Detail: Magnolia Mischief 18x24"
Artist
Shailyn Bruining
Toronto, Canada
Artist Statement
My art captures the beauty of fleeting moments—whimsical florals, sweeping skies, and shimmering light on water—through the vivid, tactile medium of encaustic painting.
I draw inspiration from the natural world, layering, carving, and fusing wax to create textured, dynamic surfaces alive with color and bold linework. Each piece offers a gentle defiance against life’s chaos, inviting moments of delight and comfort.
Through my work, I aim to offer a heartfelt expression of the good in life. My artistic—and life—philosophy centres on joy, connection, and resilience.
Artist Bio & CV
Shailyn is juried member of the North Toronto Group of Artists (NTGA) and takes part in juried exhibitions, group shows and solo shows. Her paintings are found in private and corporate collections in Canada and the U.S..
Exhibitions, Shows & Tours
Current & Upcoming
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The North Toronto Perspective, Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery -
Jan 25 - Feb 21, 2025, Etobicoke – Group Exhibition -
NTGA Spring Show & Art Tour - May 24 & 25, 2025, Toronto
Previous
2024 - Holiday Show, Micak Gallery, Aurora, ON- Juried Group Exhibition
2024 - Holiday Smalls, Leslie Grove Gallery, Toronto - Juried Group Exhibition
2024 - NTGA Fall Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2024 - Fur, Fins & Feathers, Leslie Grove Gallery, Toronto - Juried Group Exhibition
2024 - NTGA Spring Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2024 - You Do You, Leslie Grove Gallery, Toronto - Juried Group Exhibition
2023 - Kingston Square Foot Show, Kingston ON - Juried Group Exhibition
2023 - NTGA Fall Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2023 - Bayview Fall Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2023 - NTGA Spring Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2022 - NTGA Fall Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2022 - NTGA Spring Show & Art Tour, Toronto
2004 - Steamwhistle Brewery, Toronto - Solo Exhibition
2004 - Distillery District Outdoor Art Fair, Toronto
2003 - Distillery District Outdoor Art Fair, Toronto
2002 - Matthew's Gallery, Toronto - Solo Exhibition
2001 - Art5. Woolfitt's Art Gallery, Toronto - Five-artist showcase
2000 - Art6. Arts and Letters Club, Toronto - Six-artist showcase
1999 - Art4. Evening Telegram Building, Toronto - Four-artist showcase
Volunteer Positions
Current - NTGA Executive Committee & Jury member.
Education
York University, Visual Arts
St. Lawrence College, Graphic Design
Tide Out 60x24"