Biography

NOÉMIE CÔTÉ
Ottawa, ON

Noémie Côté grew up in Gatineau and creates vibrant landscapes that capture the essence of nature through bold colours and dynamic textures. Her impasto brushwork and vibrant palette create immersive scenes, inviting viewers to experience the interplay of light and colour across fields, hills, and forests. Côté’s art layers colours to evoke beauty and energy, capturing the dynamic essence of nature.

Côté’s artistic journey was shaped by her early years in Gatineau and a transformative childhood move to Africa, where she was deeply inspired by the rich landscapes and cultural diversity. Returning to Canada in her teens, she refined her talents at Canterbury Arts High School and later built a 23-year career in graphic design while continuing to develop her painting style. Now based in Ottawa, Côté brings a personal narrative to her landscapes, drawing on complex life experiences to contrast with the grounding beauty of nature. Her work graces public and private collections worldwide, and she continues to explore new techniques, often painting plein-air to capture North America’s raw, unfiltered landscapes.

— “I specialize in vibrant open-impressionist landscapes that capture the essence of a scene, breathes new life into it and hopefully leaves the observers uplifted.”