Paul Van Ginkel
One of Alberta's finest ...

Paul Van Ginkel, was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba in 1960. He moved with his family to Calgary in 1973. Following his education at the Alberta College of Art, Paul earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Syracuse University in New York. He worked as an illustrator for seven years and is now a fine art painter who specializes in Western themes.

Distant Drumming (Image by Paul Van Ginkel)

“My primary goal is to master the art of painting and to increasingly develop the ability to convey my passion for the subjects I explore.”

Part of Van Ginkel’s growth as an artist has come from extended painting trips to major art centres including New York, Italy, Australia, Mexico, and Sante Fe, New Mexico – the only city where Van Ginkel has chosen to have gallery representation. The bulk of his business results from his annual show at the Calgary Stampede and direct contact from his website.

For more information visit: http://www.paulvanginkel.com