Shirley Allan
Born: Westlock Alberta
University of Alberta 1987 – 1991
School of digital Design and Technology 2017-2018 -Focus 2D Animation
Resides: Edmonton Alberta
Art Membership – Myartistscorner – Burnaby BC
St Albert Painters Guild – St Albert
Former Art teacher at Boyle Street Education Center

Showing art twice a year from 2013 to 2021 in Vancouver at Shadbolt Center for the arts and 100 Braid Street
Present showing art with St Albert Artist Guild

Art style include drawing, painting, watercolor, and mixed media.
Subject matter varies from still life, life drawing, landscape, wildlife.

I have been more prolific with my art in the past 15 years during my retirement. I was at a very low point in my life, and I believe that if I hadn’t connected with a mental health group in Burnaby I would not be here. The group was part of a community outreach program sponsored by CMHA and VMHA. The members were all experiencing some form of Mental Disability. Through the art program “My Artists Corner” I became healthier and able to work with others on their way to Mental Stability.
I like to experiment and challenge myself with new mediums, techniques and subject matters. However, I am still drawn to nature most often. Painting for me is an avenue to channel my creative energy that keeps me grounded. I find beauty in my surroundings, and I try to capture it on my canvas or paper.