NOTES FROM THE STUDIO
Art has a way of
making connections.
Exhibitions, shared inspiration and stories beyond the silk.
GALLERY UPDATES
Events 2026.
A nesting pair of blue herons down from where we live. Beautiful birds! Off to a new home.
FROM THE EXHIBITION ARCHIVE
Coastal colours.
Coastal landscapes offer endless ways to see the world in colour. This moment from the studio archive brings artists and their paintings together.
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PICTURE-BOOK ILLUSTRATION
A different kind
of storytelling.
Dianne’s creative work also reaches the pages of picture books. My Daddy’s Voice, written by Pauline Johansen, features illustrations by Dianne Elizabeth Nelson.
It’s another way to share a colourful world, one page at a time.
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From the studio.
Venturing into Picture Books
Four years ago, I was contacted to illustrate a children's book. I leapt at the opportunity. It is a beautiful tale about a boy's realization that his father speaks differently than others and his journey to accept this.
Read the story ↗Vancouver Island Silk Painters; my involvement
Seven years ago, I moved to Vancouver Island. Soon afterwards, an exhibition opportunity came up at TOSH (The Old School House) in Qualicum Beach. The juried exhibit was held to celebrate Canada's 150th and I was eager …
Read the story ↗Recent Triptychs
A Tale of Triptychs This summer, I created four silk banner triptychs, which hung in the MacMillan Centre in Parksville. Painting on three hanging panels allows the light to penetrate and adds to the organic experience …
Read the story ↗My amazing grand-niece Suzette and her creative contribution
I was advised to develop a logo for my studio when planning my website. I enlisted my niece’s daughter for this project, and she was eager to help. Suzette is a creative force and a student in the School of Interactive …
Read the story ↗A PAINTING. A POSSIBILITY. A CONVERSATION.