Paintings

Frederick R McDonald

Life, History & Spirituality thru Art

self-portrait painting of Frederick R McDonald

Exhibition of New Artwork by Frederick R McDonald

Surekha's on the Snye is hosting the exhibition of Fred's new artworks during the month of November.

The exhibition opening is on November 5th. Due to COVID-19, the opening is by invitation-only.

Surekha's is open Tuesday thru Sunday

2 Clearwater Drive
Fort McMurray, Alberta
T9H 0J5

ph 780 - 713 - 3330


New Paintings Available for Purchase

Big Bear Dreams

Painting of Big Bear

$5,000 CDN

Acrylic on Canvas
30" x 24"
2020

Contact Fred to purchase this painting.

Internet Nudes

Colourful female nudes

$4,500 CDN

Acrylic on Canvas
30" x 24"
2017

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Home Sweet Home 1 and 2

painting of traditional cree symbols painting of traditional cree symbols

$1,750 CDN Each

Acylic on Canvas
24" x 8"
2020

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Earth Spirits

Landscape painting full of traditional cree symbols

$5,500 CDN

Acrylic on Canvas
36" x 24"
2020

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The Spirits of Raven's World

Landscape painting full of traditional cree symbols

$1700 CDN

Acrylic on Canvas
20" x 10"
2017

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Messengers 1 and 2

painting of traditional cree symbols painting of traditional cree symbols

$1,750 CDN Each

Acrylic on Canvas
24" x 8"
2017

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The Spirits are with Me 1 and 2

painting of traditional cree symbols painting of traditional cree symbols

$5,500 CDN Each

Acrylic on Canvas
48" x 12"
2010

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Raven's World Home

Landscape painting full of traditional cree symbols

$1700 CDN

Acrylic on Canvas
20" x 10"
2017

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Paintings Held in Museums and Public Collections

The Indigenous Art Collection, housed at the Indigenous Art Centre, is "The most important living art collection of contemporary Indigenous art in Canada." Fred’s art has been exhibited at the IAC and his painting Dancing on a Table is held in the permanent collection.

The Glenbow Museum, the Alberta Arts Foundation, the University of Calgary and the Red Deer Museum all hold works by Fred in their collections. Many public art institutions and events have exhibited Fred’s paintings, including: Wheelwright Museum in Santa Fe (New Mexico, US), the Art Gallery of Alberta, Glenbow Museum, Alberta Biennial of Contemporary Art, Nickel Arts Museum, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity and the Edmonton Art Gallery.

Contact Fred to arrange a commission or purchase.

Almighty Voice, the Last Stand

Portrait of Cree Warrior, Almighty Voice

Glenbow Museum Collection
Calgary, Alberta

Acrylic on Canvas
7' x 4'
1998

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Margaret

Portrait painting of Fred McDonald's Mother

Commissioned by
Northern Lights Regional Health Authority

Acrylic on Canvas
3' x 3'
2019

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Big Bear's Dilemma, Paper Promises...

Portrait of Big Bear

Glenbow Museum Collection
Calgary, Alberta

Acrylic on Masonite
7' x 4'
1998

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The Future, Past and Present of Big Bear, 1885

Portrait of Big Bear

Collection of Red Deer District Museum and Art Gallery
Red Deer, Alberta

Acrylic on Masonite
Height x Width
1997

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Dancing on a Table

Painting of Fred dancing on a table

Glenbow Museum Collection
Calgary, Alberta

Acrylic on Canvas
7' x 4'
2003

Contact Fred to arrange your commission.

Hunting Tales

painting of traditional cree symbols

Collection of Red Deer District Museum and Art Gallery
Red Deer, Alberta

Acrylic, feathers and deer hide on board
4' x 3'
1995

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Paintings Held in Corporate Art Collections

Shell Canada, Syncrude Canada, Birch Mountain Enterprises, the Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association and the Bouchier Group of Companies have all entrusted Fred with commissions. Such commissions depict how the companies see their relationship within the Aboriginal community and how they envision the future.

Fred collaborates with companies to communicate their vision in a way that is respectful as well as creative, often bridging past and future.

Contact Fred to arrange a commission or purchase.

Living With the River

painting of tradition bush life

Commissioned by
Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association

Acrylic on Canvas
36" x 40"
2018

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Daily Grind

a painting of modern industrial life in Fort McMurray, Alberta

Commissioned by Shell Canada Collection

Acrylic on Canvas
4' x 8'
2011

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Strategic Plans

a painting of modern industrial life in Fort McMurray, Alberta

Commissioned by Bouchier Group of Companies

Acrylic on Canvas
4' x 8'
1999

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Time Present is Time Past

a painting of modern industrial life in Fort McMurray, Alberta

Suncor Energy

Acrylic on Canvas
4' x 8'
2010

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All in a Day's Work, 1 & 2

painting of traditional cree bush life painting of modern truck in the bush

Commissioned by
Birch Mountain Enterprises
Corporate Art Collection

4' x 4' each
Acrylic on Board
2015

Contact Fred to arrange your commission.

My Father's Tales

Portrait painting of Fred McDonald's Father

Suncor Energy Inc

Acrylic on Board
4' x 4'
2002

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Shaman

painting of traditional cree symbols

Commissioned by
Syncrude Canada Ltd

Acrylic, wood, feathers and deer hide on board
4' x 4'
1997

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Paintings Held in Private Collections

Fred’s art has been sought-after by many private art collectors, including those who have entrusted him with commissions.

High-flying businessman David Tuccaro owns multiple paintings by Fred, including a commissioned portrait. Fred also painted the portrait of art collector, Dr John Olberg. Former President and CEO of the Glenbow Museum, Mike Robinson, not only purchased paintings for the museum's collection, but also for his private collection.

Like most artists, Fred spends his days (or rather, nights) toiling in front of an easel. When you finally get to see the work, you immediately develop an emotional, even spiritual connection to it. That is the thing that cannot be explained by techniques nor tools - nor can it even be taught. It simply is.

Contact Fred to arrange a commission or purchase.

Connections

Painting of traditional Cree symbols

Nicole and David Bouchier Collection

Acrylic on Canvas
60" x 40"
2020

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Business Development

painting of children playing

Commissioned by Dave Tuccaro

Acrylic on Canvas
32" x 60"
2016

Contact Fred to arrange your commission.