Bio

Ann Shier is an accomplished artist specializing in encaustic painting, an art form that involves stirring pigments into molten wax and then applying it to the surface of the support. Her studies in fine arts, combined with her work as a potter and formal training as a graphic artist, influence her encaustic work. Over the past 18 years, Ann has left her artistic imprint on a wide range of spaces, including private collections worldwide. Anns studio was located for many years in the Historic Distillery District. Now she works out of her cottage studio located near Buckhorn.

Her current works, exhibited here are inspired by her everyday surroundings of cottage life.

Ann pursued fine arts studies at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She also studied English Literature at Ryerson University in Toronto and Communication Design at Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

“I embarked on my creative journey as a graphic designer, honing my skills and passion for visual aesthetics. 

One of the defining moments of this chapter was my role as the Associate Art Director at Chatelaine Magazine, where I had the opportunity to contribute to the visual storytelling of Canada’s premier woman’s magazine.

While working in the graphic design field, I also pursued part-time studies at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD). It was during this time that I discovered the opulence world of Encaustic art, and it instantly became my muse.

The paintings I created during my Encaustic classes began to attract attention from various galleries. In 2004, I was honoured with the opportunity to showcase my work in a solo exhibition at the esteemed Wagner Rosenbaum Gallery. 

This experience marked a turning point in my artistic journey, and I have been fortunate to continue collaborating with the gallery and owner ever since.”

     - Ann Shier