Artist/Owner: Michelle (Missy) Brown, BA, AFCA E-mail: info@messyeasel.ca
Associate member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, active member of the Fraser Valley Artists Society &
Abbotsford Arts
My Background
My Background
My Background
I am a Canadian artist whose creative journey began in early childhood, shaped by a rare throat disorder that made art my primary form of communication. From those formative years, I developed a deep appreciation for visual expression, carrying pencils, crayons and paper everywhere.
My Medium
My Background
My Background
Encouraged by my early passion, I began private oil painting lessons at age 10, which laid a strong foundation for my artistic development. I later pursued art education at the university level, where I transitioned to acrylics - a medium that continues to define my work today.
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
Delicate petals, bursts of vibrant colour, majestic mountains, and quirky animals - these wonders drive me to paint. Each day in my growing garden, family hikes, and scenic travels brings something new that inspires me. I find the diversity of nature so fascinating that I cannot limit myself to painting just one subject. This constant dis
Delicate petals, bursts of vibrant colour, majestic mountains, and quirky animals - these wonders drive me to paint. Each day in my growing garden, family hikes, and scenic travels brings something new that inspires me. I find the diversity of nature so fascinating that I cannot limit myself to painting just one subject. This constant discovery shapes not only what I paint, but also how I approach each piece.
My Charities
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
10% of all sales go to one of the following charities:
Abbotsford Food Bank (Archway)
World Vision
SPCA Abbotsford
Vancouver Children's Hospital
Cyrus Centre (Abbotsford)