Biography

From Bethlehem, Pa., to Allentown, to Philadelphia to Montreal, to Vinton, to Campbell's Bay Quebec - Stephan F. Scrak III tells the story of his life in his vibrant paintings. Born in 1946, Stephan came to Canada in 1986 and soon opened a Bed & Breakfast. It was only then that he pursued his life-long interest in painting. What began as a diversion quickly became an all-consuming passion. "Seeing things not only as they are but also as I'd like them to be", he viewed the city streets of Montreal and the country roads of Pontiac County and shared his unique appreciation of their beauty with all who cared to see...

"Ravensfield", his first studio (home, studio and hobby farm) on Church Road in Vinton, was first shared with only Beauté, his Boston Terrier. They were soon joined by chickens, ducks, geese, Turnip (the cat who "just turned up"), and by three goats whose curiosity and playfulness are a constant source of joy.

The studio moved in 2010 to Campbell's Bay Quebec.  Turnip has been joined by 2 other cats and a new dog.  The studio has surprises in every corner - inside and out.

Stephan is now a proud Canadian Citizen following a long awaited swearing in ceremony.

An active member of the Pontiac Artists' Studio Tour Association, Stephan has been the recipient of several awards. One of his paintings was recently chosen as a winner in a competition sponsored by Rowat Insurance of Shawville and will be on permanent display at the Bryson Library.