BIO
Susan Victoria Phillips is a visual artist based in Victoria, British Columbia. Born in London, England, Susan's creative roots trace back to her childhood, when she was inspired by watching her mother design gowns for Queen Elizabeth’s court. Her professional career has spanned interior design, home staging, writing, and theatrical set design, including for the Dalai Lama’s visits to Ottawa in 2007 and 2012.
Since relocating to Vancouver Island in 2013, Susan has devoted herself fully to painting. Deeply inspired by the Island’s flowing waters, ancient forests, and luminous coastal light, her work is known for its bold use of colour and expressive movement. Through her art, she invites viewers into tranquil, emotionally resonant spaces that reflect both the natural world and an inner sense of calm.
Susan’s paintings have been exhibited in local galleries and cultural spaces and are held in private collections across Canada and beyond.
Affiliations & memberships
- Saanich Peninsula Arts & Crafts Society
- Victoria Arts Council
- Milan Art Institute
- Bold School
- VISA (Vancouver Island School of Art)
- Nicholas Pearce School of Art
- E. John Robinson
Solo & Group Exhibitions
2019 - About Face: Paintings by Nicholas Pearce and Friends, Victoria BC
2019 - University Heights, Cedar Hill Art Group, Victoria BC
2018 - Oak Bay Public Library, Victoria BC
2017 - Langham Court Theatre, Victoria, BC
2016 - The Teahouse at Abkhazi Garden, Victoria, BC