Carolyn Hardy is a Canadian Artist specializing in surrealism. Her original colourful swirling pieces capture attention and are unique with Carolyn’s undeniable signature style. Carolyn has been creating for her entire life and has never given up on her dream of being a famous artist. Carolyn paints because she loves to paint. Her surrealist worlds are most commonly created through acrylic on canvas. Many of her artworks are created in the studio, although some of her most beautiful artwork is created in a single sitting. Plein Air, Still Life, and Live Painting Performances all exist to capture a moment, share a truth, or to unveil a mystery. Carolyn is a self taught artist and she had her first solo art exhibit at 18 years old. Her iconic swirling masterpieces are unforgettable. What makes her artwork so remarkable is that it is so unique. Carolyn’s prolific artistic career began in Canada’s most southern town. Her live painting performances and art displays in coffee shops have now become international art fairs and giant illuminated billboards in major global cities. Carolyn has appeared on the covers of newspapers and magazines. Her artwork graces the screens of the Big Screen Plaza and of Times Square in New York. Her artwork is being exhibited in “Women in Louvre 2” with Queens Art Gallery. As Carolyn became increasingly well-known she realized that visibility came with a social responsibility. With her art, Carolyn strives to be positive, authentic and truthful. Through acrylic on canvas Carolyn creates an alternative universe. Even her landscapes exist with their own enchanting parallel world of personification and colours. Carolyn’s surrealist paintings are her most famous works. Almost all of the artwork by Carolyn Hardy contains her signature swirl.