About
Lauren Schnarr is a self-taught artist based in Vancouver, Canada. She spent her childhood between Canada and the United States, surrounded by creativity thanks to her mother, who was also a painter. Although art was always present in her home, Lauren didn’t feel drawn to painting herself until 1997, when her mother gave her a set of oils and a blank canvas.
What began as a simple moment of curiosity quickly became a turning point. After completing her very first painting, she felt an immediate connection to the process and knew she wanted to continue exploring it. Since then, Lauren has created more than 3,000 canvases, each inspired by her passion for colour, texture and expressive, contemporary design.
My Story
I reached a point in my life where I knew I needed a change. My office job no longer inspired me, and I felt an undeniable pull toward something more creative and meaningful. I explored different paths, including Interior Design and even running a small pie business, but nothing felt truly fulfilling. Everything shifted the moment I picked up a paintbrush.
Painting became the creative release I had been searching for. My early work was simple and experimental, but the joy it brought me was unmistakable. With the encouragement of those around me, I kept going, kept learning and kept creating. In time, galleries began to represent my work, and my paintings started finding homes with collectors and businesses across North America. What started as an experiment grew into a passion that has led me to create more than 3000 canvases.
I have been fortunate to travel for commissioned pieces, to see my work published as limited edition prints and to have several paintings featured in television productions. My art has been exhibited in various galleries, and today it can be viewed in my studio and online.
After many years of painting, the excitement still remains. I am always dreaming of my next series and look forward to bringing new ideas to life.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. I hope you enjoy exploring my galleries as much as I enjoy creating each piece.
Giving Back...
I feel it is so important to give everyday… whether it is just simply giving a smile to a stranger or checking in on someone who may not be doing well. I have felt so fortunate to do what I love for a living and giving back is imperative for me.
A few times per year, I donate artwork to organizations that are raising funds for really meaningful causes. This gives me great pleasure and am thankful to the various charities for including me in their fund raising endeavours.