Susan Schaefer - Artist

04/07/2026

For years, I have had this image in mind for a painting reference. All along, I envisioned it to be a horizontal piece. Once I started doing my sketches, as taught by Mike Svob in my first class with him in 2013, I realized, "Wow - this would be more effective as a vertical."

The Marsh - A Place to Reflect
24 x 30", acrylic on gallery canvas,
From the Quiet Presence Collection

https://gallery.susan-schaefer-fine-art.ca/picture.php?/799/category/55

04/03/2026

Coffee date @ the Bayside and got a chance to get up close with Elissa Anthony's stunning display. Pictured here is my friend Wendy (Elissa - our Tues. lady at TOSH) - standing in front of her favourite painting.
On now until the end of June @ the Bayside Gallery, Parksville BC.

03/31/2026

My Artist's Monthly Update - March 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/12799831d2fd/colourful-adventures-from-susan-5829563

03/31/2026

I have several pieces of art in the Gallery Coffee House, in Indian Head, Saskatchewan. It is definitely a very cool place to visit, have a cuppa and take home some art. 😍

The Gallery Coffee House is a unique small-town café that blends locally roasted coffee and homemade treats with a vibrant art gallery atmosphere. Showcasing...

03/27/2026

This is what happens when you spend the weekend 'Pushing Colour' with Mike SVOB.

Not a bad little exercise. It's certainly brighter than I normally would paint. Moving forward, I have a few new tips to add to my box of tricks. That is why I love taking workshops. There is always something to learn or to refresh your brain.

03/24/2026

What a weekend! I am totally exhausted, yet my head is spinning with new ideas that I am anxious to try. I absolutely enjoy hanging with fellow artists, sharing stories and being creative together. Thank you to everyone who attended another successful event.

03/17/2026

We are so hoppy to see Sylvie Peltier's bunnies at the Brazen Poppy Cafe Gallery. Hop on over and take a look at them in person @ 554 Island Hwy E, Parksville, BC. Or if you are out of town, let me know which one(s) you'd like, and we can accommodate that, too.
They are sure to put a smile on your face.
12 x 12", priced at $300.

03/11/2026

From the Prairie Whispers Series, I present "Beside the Fence".
Day Lilies have always been easy to grow, especially in the prairies, where they thrive during the hot summers. When I first bought my 'little house on the prairies', one of my girlfriends said, "oh you have to plant some day lilies." She was right!
This painting will brighten up your day.

View in person at the Brazen Poppy Gallery in Parksville.
20 x 16", acrylic on canvas - Priced to sell - 50% off = $200.
Shipping in Canada available.

https://gallery.susan-schaefer-fine-art.ca/picture.php?/19/category/exploring-florals

03/10/2026

What's on my Easel? Take a look.
From the archives: a spring daffodil rests in one of my favourite Group of Seven china cups, and yes, it is sitting on my easel.

This 12 x 14" giclée print will brighten up anyone's space.
Available.



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03/02/2026

I've recently had the pleasure of teaching an Acrylic 101 Beginners class. This is one of my favourite classes to teach, as the students are quite eager to learn. I try to work through some of their apprehension, hoping that by the end of the four weeks, they will feel comfortable working with a new medium.

Here are a couple of demo pieces from that class. I had the students work on a simple tonal landscape, while looking for shapes. Once they got the hang of that, I asked them to do it again using colour.

Next, we did floral designs. The goal was to have fun with colour, use larger brushes, and loosen up.

I am so proud of my students and what they accomplished. It’s always interesting to see what happens on the canvas, as well as the internal changes.

Thank you to the Old School House in Qualicum Beach for hosting this course.

02/21/2026

Thinking of all those folks I know who are basking in the light of Mexico, here are some familiar sights. And for those on the West Coast who are freezing, may these colours of Mexico warm you up. 😍🙂




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02/18/2026

For the 😍 of the prairies, I still have a few original paintings in the collection that are looking to be rehomed. These are the last of my "Prairie Whispers" series. Make your selection before they are gone.

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