Aleen Aked

1907 - 2003

Quick facts

  • Lifespan: 96 years
  • Top-ranked work: Prickly Pear Cactus
  • Museums on this site: The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
  • Born: 1907, Kildwick, United Kingdom
  • Art period: Modern

early life and education

aleen aked, a renowned canadian-american painter, was born in kildwick, england in 1907. her family emigrated to canada in 1910. she began her artistic journey at the tender age of 14, studying at ontario college of art in toronto under several members of the group of seven, including arthur lismer, fred varley, and a. y. jackson. after winning a lismer scholarship, aked graduated in 1928.

career highlights

aked's artistic career spanned multiple decades, with her work featuring in various north american exhibitions, including the royal canadian academy and the sarasota art association. her last exhibition was at the robert mclaughlin gallery in 1989. aked was an avid golfer, holding the title of club champion of the ladies golf club of toronto from 1933-36.

artistic style and themes

aked's paintings often depicted florida landscapes and floridians, reflecting her time spent in sarasota during the winter months from 1929 to 1944. her artistic style was influenced by her studies at the ringling school of art.

war efforts and later life

during world war ii, aked took a hiatus from exhibiting, focusing her efforts on sending over 5,000 parcels to the allied troops. she passed away in toronto in 2003.

legacy and collections

aked's work can be found in various collections, including those at the mcmichael canadian art collection (https://ArtsDot.com/@/the-mcmichael-canadian-art-collection) and the macdonald stewart art center (https://ArtsDot.com/@/macdonald-stewart-art-center). her legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. discover the world of art with ArtsDot.com

Questions & Answers

What are the birthplace and birth year of Aleen Aked?

Aleen Aked was born in Kildwick in 1907.

Can I sort Aleen Aked's artworks by color?

Aleen Aked's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

Where can I see the color profile of Aleen Aked's work?

Aleen Aked's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

Is there a 3D virtual tour of Aleen Aked's works?

The 3D Museum of Aleen Aked is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

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