In this episode of Zur Photography Goes Behind The Lens, we meet Shannon Pawliw, a fascinating Vancouver-based artist. The Zur Photography team - Yar and Sabrina - first encountered Shannon serendipitously while strolling past her gallery in the heart of Chinatown. They were immediately struck by Shannon’s unique perspective and knew she deserved to be featured. This series showcases artists and creators from all walks of life, capturing their essence through candid portraits and engaging conversations.
Who is Shannon Pawliw?
Shannon Pawliw is a Canadian artist and gallerist. Her work is colourful, immersive and rooted in abstract painting and conceptual installations. She is the creator of Mighty Sparrow Design and Artistic Director and Founder of THIS Gallery located in beautiful Chinatown, Vancouver.
Shannon’s Art
Shannon is not only a painter, but is a multifaceted artist who also works in a variety of mediums and creates thought-provoking conceptual installations. Shannon maintains a belief in humanity's potential and focuses on positive action, which she channels through her art and her community-building initiatives.She has a deep commitment to supporting other artists and fostering a sense of community while championing creative expression and embracing differences.
Shannon is a gifted artist who blends creativity with community engagement. Her work not only stands out for its vibrant aesthetic, but also for its underlying message of celebrating diversity, promoting connection and community, and sparking positive change.
Shannon is a gifted artist who blends creativity with community engagement. Her work not only stands out for its vibrant aesthetic, but also for its underlying message of celebrating diversity, promoting connection and community, and sparking positive change.
Vancouver artist Shannon Pawliw captured in a classic portrait in her studio.
Protecting The Edges: Shannon puts masking tape around the canvas edges. Details and prep-work matter.
Wearing Many Hats
Paint-splattered overalls and shoes tell the story of Shannon Pawliw's dedication to her art.
The Anti-Bland Brigade
The Anti-Bland Brigade is an art exhibition and a conceptual movement; a call to action against conformity and a celebration of individuality and creativity. Shannon hopes to inspire people to come together at a grassroots level to address important issues and build community through innovation, cherishing the planet, and prioritizing love and wellness.
Members take an oath to be themselves, spark conversations, be more mindful and empathetic and be more loving and playful in daily life.
Members take an oath to be themselves, spark conversations, be more mindful and empathetic and be more loving and playful in daily life.
THIS__
THIS is a brick-and-mortar gallery located in Vancouver's Chinatown at 268 Keefer Street (in the Sun Wah Centre). The primary goal of THIS Gallery is to provide exhibition opportunities for artists through careful curation and engaging exhibitions.
Exceptional contemporary art that inspires and enriches the community is showcased and thoughtfully curated. THIS is passionately dedicated to supporting emerging and established artists and strives to amplify diverse voices and perspectives within the art world.
Exceptional contemporary art that inspires and enriches the community is showcased and thoughtfully curated. THIS is passionately dedicated to supporting emerging and established artists and strives to amplify diverse voices and perspectives within the art world.
Mighty Sparrow
Being an artist not only involves creating and unearthing art, but also business tasks like accounting, promotion, and applying for grants and exhibitions and other things that come with it. Shannon’s solution was to create Mighty Sparrow, a range of support services for artists, to alleviate that burden and free up artists to focus on creating.
Follow Shannon On Her Many Adventures
Shannon sits in THIS Gallery before the opening of the latest exhibition: Veils & Echoes by Amberlie Perkin
Authors
Yar and Sabrina at CatWalk Vista Fashion Show Vancouver 2024
Meet Yar and Sabrina, the dynamic duo behind Zur Photography! This husband-and-wife team is fuelled by a passion for the creative world and a love for capturing stunning editorial-style fashion images. Based in Vancouver, they bring a fresh perspective and contagious energy to every shoot. When they're not behind the lens, you'll find them brewing up delicious coffee, sharing stories with their little one, and trying to outsmart their two mischievous cats. Get a glimpse into their world and follow their adventures at https://www.instagram.com/zur.photography/.
Published on 26.10.2024