Blair Russell

My name is Blair Russell, and I’m a Canadian-American minimalist oil painter based in Miami, Florida. My work is rooted in a minimalist expressionist style, where simplicity meets emotion through bold composition, subtle texture, and deliberate restraint. I paint a wide variety of subjects—from the quiet stillness of everyday moments to abstract interpretations of form, space, and human connection.

Each canvas is an exploration of what can be communicated with less—stripping away the excess to reveal the essential. I’m drawn to clean lines, open space, and the emotional weight of color. Based in the vibrant, multicultural landscape of Miami, my work is often informed by the city's energy, light, and architectural rhythm, all filtered through a lens of intentional minimalism.

Through my art, I aim to create space for contemplation, emotion, and quiet resonance—inviting viewers to slow down and engage with the work beyond the surface.

York University B.A (2007)

Art Harbour Islands (Hollywood, FL) - 2018