Monica Radia born in Durban, South Africa and moved to Canada in 1977. There was always a keen interest in Art at an early age. In 1992, she took an Art Course that sparked the creative desire once again. She joined The Richmond Hill Group of Artists in 1993. She has pursued the Arts ever since, taking Workshops and Art Instructions in Life Drawing, Portraiture, Watercolor, Acrylic and Pastel Painting techniques from well-known Artists and Art Instructors. She has exhibited in various venues. She is also a member of The Bayview Watercolor Society. Her love for nature, travel and photography are reflected in her paintings.