Sooke artist Shelley Davies paints her dreams into reality on the canvas of her imagination, gaining recognition for her unique creativity and captivating the local art scene.

Born and raised in the Sooke region, Davies, 53, has always found inspiration in nature, wildlife, and art.

With no formal training, the artist embarked on a 20-year uncharted path, experimenting with various mediums and techniques.

She loves painting, specifically in acrylic, using vibrant colour palettes.

The journey has been a testament to perseverance and self-discovery, as it transformed raw passion into exceptional skill. Davies has crafted her style through dedication and a relentless pursuit of her artistic vision.

DaviesB次元官网网址� art defies easy categorization. Well known for her distinctive bold illustrations of nature and wildlife, Davies is an artist who constantly confronts her boundaries.

Wildlife is DaviesB次元官网网址� first love subject matter.

B次元官网网址淚B次元官网网址檓 constantly learning more about my art through the culture of the TB次元官网网址橲ou-ke Nation, and pushing myself to try new things like creating portraits and murals,B次元官网网址� she said.

She has created a beautiful First Nations motif mural at Tim Hortons next to the local high school and several at Saanich Peninsula Hospital extended care facility where she once worked.

Davies credits her daughter, Natassia, as a significant influence in her art journey.

B次元官网网址淭he style I currently use is heavily influenced by the techniques she taught me while working on the Tim Hortons mural. She taught me how to use bold colors and create borders between different hues,B次元官网网址� she said.

Adding to her regional success, Davies recently signed a licensing agreement with Canadian Printers and Winn Devon Art Prints to distribute her art on various products in Canada and internationally.

This week, Davies launches a show and sale at , 2043 Church Rd., until Oct. 8. The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show marks Truth and Reconciliation Day at the gallery. It comes on the heels of a successful exhibition at Gallery Splash in Esquimalt last June.

B次元官网网址淪helley has a definite style, and she has a big following,B次元官网网址� said Sherry Robb, Sooke Arts Council interim president.

B次元官网网址淲e really want to recognize and honour our First Nations artists and with Shelley we hopefully it will invite others to come and participate and be honoured as well.B次元官网网址�

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