Creating work I love to uplift the world.
I'm Kendall Lainey, and one of my greatest passions is creating beautiful, deeply meaningful paintings to inspire you and bring an uplifting energy to the sanctuary which is your home.
My artwork is about reconnecting with the natural world that holds us and opening hearts to the magic and wonder that surrounds us. It invites us to return to the more peaceful rhythms of nature, and to nourish our spirits so we can fully experience the blessings of our lives.
Welcome to my Studio
My time in my studio is sacred to me. I gently close the door on the fast-paced, high-tech, and over-stimulated lifestyles so many of us try to navigate. This practice has become a necessary part of my life to keep me in a healthy and happy balance. Even if I can only paint for an hour while my baby naps, it is enough to allow my mind and body to relax into a different state of awareness, and I find creativity naturally flows when I am in this space. I will always have a cup of tea (carefully separated from my paint water of course) and I like to listen to soothing music as I work. Here the outer world melts away and I can focus my energy on creating inspiring, uplifting, and heart-centered artwork to share with you.
My Story
I had been drawing and painting since I was old enough to use crayons. Then, as it often happens to a creative spirit, the conditioning and expectations of the world pushed my love of art to the side. For many years my creativity slept, waiting for the right conditions to blossom again. In 2017 a blessing in the disguise of a cancer diagnosis helped me fully awaken to and embrace what is important to me. I now choose to live vibrantly each day, trust my inner guidance, create inspiring artwork to bring joy to myself and others, and take actions to encourage positive shifts in our world. I feel deeply rooted to my home and family and am so fortunate to live and paint in Prince George, British Columbia where there is an abundance of wildlife and nature all around to inspire me. I am now following this artistic calling whole heartedly and love that I can share my creations with you.
What Inspires Me
Two meaningful areas of inspiration are currently guiding my work as an artist.
The first comes from a reawakened childlike wonder; an inner magic that bubbles up to say, “Yes, I still believe in fairies!” I enjoy painting the details required for realism however flairs of whimsy can often be found in my work, such as glitter highlights, vibrant use of colour or metallics, and added touches of magical imagery revealed within otherwise more natural landscapes or wildlife artworks.
The second comes from a renewed love for the natural world, as I often went to woodland trails during my healing journey and still go to nature to support my well being and to inspire my creativity. I am now rediscovering the magic in the small moments that I share with my daughter as she explores this beautiful world, and seeing her playful curiosity fills my heart with joy. These experiences are reflected in my art through feelings of gratitude, presence, and hope for the future.
I believe that beautiful paintings created from the heart are not only wonderful images to look upon in your home or gift to special people in your life, but they also carry healing energy within them. Every time I tap into creative ideas and pour my love into my work, I hope to share some of the joy, inspiration, and wonder that I feel with others who are seeking a deeper connection with themselves and the world they call home.
Kendall Lainey
