Erin Rothstein
Erin Rothstein is an artist, author & entrepreneur building at the intersection of creativity, conviction, and long term vision. Known for her strikingly detailed paintings, she has become a leading voice in contemporary hyperrealism, while championing a broader philosophy of creative empowerment. Rothstein is based in Toronto, and her art is sold worldwide.
Rothstein's work uses a minimalist aesthetic to enhance the
pop-culture allure of her signature Hyperreal technique. She paints
subjects that are universally relatable. They trigger people’s
emotions on a primal level, making them happy, hungry, excited, and
nostalgic. In short, they underline the beautiful and lasting nature
of the simple things in life.
Rothstein holds a BFA from Concordia University, where she specialized
in painting and drawing. She also holds an MA from The University of
Western Ontario, where she studied in detail the evolution of décor in
modern art. Her work has been featured in leading publications
worldwide, including The Huffington Post & Architectural Digest. It is
also held in major collections including Google and McGill University.
Rothstein has carved out a new space for herself within the context of
today’s art market, combining academic techniques with innovative
subjects and compositions, in order to showcase Hyperrealism as a
whimsical and fresh-faced style. Her interdisciplinary experience in
the arts and commitment to the realm of contemporary aesthetics lends
itself to projects that are highly nuanced and refreshingly
innovative.
Q & A
WITH ERIN
Q: I love everything! How do I choose?
A: Go. With. Your. Gut! Always choose the piece(s) that make you the absolute happiest on a gut level. My work tends to go quickly, so if you see something you love… well, you know.
Q: What is my art "about"?
A: It’s about whatever it means to the viewer. To me, the connection between viewer and artwork is EVERYTHING.
My art is happy. It’s nostalgic. It’s light. It’s nuanced. It’s incredibly real, and yet incredibly surreal. It’s not the kind of art you just walk by. It’s the kind of art that sparks conversation… the kind of art you marvel at.
My Team
I am powered by an AMAZING team of superhumans, helping me behind the scenes. They are the reason that I am able to focus on my artwork, and they constantly inspire me to test the limits of my own creative output. They are my village, my family.

