Welcome to Mona Youssef’s Online At Gallery which offers original oil paintings, art reproductions and greeting cards. Commission work is welcomed.

Although, I've a background of a warmer climate, being born in Egypt, yet, my realistic oil paintings on canvas reflect the unique characteristics of Canada. I’m particularly, fascinated by the profound beauty of the Canadian four seasons and the vast variety of colors. Painting the four seasons means much more in my heart and mind. Having travelled much while perceiving the surroundings, I observe the great versatilities in the universe as there is nothing entirely typical to the other. Subconsciously, this what I convey in my paintings; the immense verity in the universe, yet the whole creation is working together in harmony and unity, supporting its elements to bring values, different strengths and beauty of each, as individual and as a whole. So are we all have different abilities, qualities, talents, colors, languages, cultures, nevertheless, each one of us adds values and beauty to our civilizations, history and life to enjoy. Thus, each painting has different subject, character, set of colors and feeling of its own surrounding while stands out differently from the rest, reflecting the mysterious beauty and versatilities we collectively, enjoy worldwide.

In Canada, we enjoy watching trees change colors to embrace new temperature. Animals and birds change their homelands to find comfort, learn to adapt and enjoy new climates. So do I believe that it should also, be part of our lives to observe, discover, learn, adjust, work in harmony, love, enjoy and admire the goodness of each one of us and of our beautiful world for we all learn from nature. Thank you for the visit and I hope that you’ll enjoy it.

"As a Canadian Journalist, I have written about many noteworthy subjects, catering to the interests of various communities. I am proud to have had the opportunity to appreciate the work of Canadian Artist, Mona Youssef, whose work transcends thought and imagination from the most simple of concepts. We human often overlook the most basic beauty that surrounds us every day. Through natural light and shadows, Mona has captured the essence or reality of objects on canvas so they are impossible to ignore. Often our life is composed of what our thoughts make it. Viewing her work has given me a different perspective in which to view life. The blazing color and intricate detail's expresses how life is to be enjoyed. Pride makes us do things well, but it's love that brings them to perfection. Mona has great love to create feelings as optimism and hope, to all who view her work."

Kevin Otto, Edmonton, AB. Canada