Shana Johnson is an abstract visionary artist whose work is deeply connected to nature, intuition, and emotion. She creates vibrant, expressive paintings that capture the energy of the moment, allowing colors and textures to unfold organically. Her process is guided by a deep trust in creativity, embracing spontaneity and movement to bring each piece to life.
Creative Process
Shana’s art draws inspiration from the natural world—flowers, trees, the changing sky, and the unseen energies that shape our surroundings. She listens to these elements and translates their rhythms into color and form. Whether painting in her studio or outdoors, she allows intuition to guide her, creating dynamic and meditative pieces.
Her paintings explore emotion, healing, transformation, and connection. By working in layers and movement, she captures a sense of flow, like nature itself—unpredictable yet harmonious.
Her Story
​Shana’s artistic path began after a pivotal moment in her early twenties. She experienced a traumatic car accident that shifted her perspective on life and purpose. In search of a new outlet, she turned to painting, using color and movement as a way to process emotions and rediscover herself. What started as a personal exploration soon evolved into a lifelong passion, leading her to study at Central Saint Martins in London and pursue a career as a full-time artist.
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Education
Shana is a graduate of world-renowned Central Saint Martin’s Art and Design College in London. Known for its diverse range of creative practices, past and present students have helped shape the world.
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Installations
Shana creates art in areas of California impacted by wildfires, using painting as a way to reflect renewal and resilience. She immerses herself in the environment, drawing inspiration from the land, trees, and wildlife as they begin to recover. Through her work, she captures the evolving landscape and the quiet strength of nature, offering a sense of healing and hope to communities working to rebuild.
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Filmography
Audiences are drawn to the way Shana brings art to life through movement, color, and energy. She creates films that capture the transformative painting process, revealing how a canvas evolves in real time. She expands her work into multimedia art, layering visuals onto her paintings to explore light, motion, and dimension. Whether filming in natural environments or blending digital projections with traditional media, she creates immersive experiences that highlight the dynamic nature of creativity.
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Publications
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2013 - ‘Shana Johnson First One Man Art Show Interview', CBS2/ KCAL9 Los Angeles.
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2013 - ‘Local Beauty Queen: From Tragedy to Triumph, NBC affiliate/ KMIR6 Palm Springs
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2013 - ‘Artists's first One Man Show at LGOCA’, Stu News Laguna
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2013 - ‘Shana Johnson Opening at Laguna Gallery of Contemporary Art, OC Community Network, Patch Laguna Beach
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2019 - 'Local woman shares her story of how a tragic crash helped her find her hidden talent', CBS Austin.
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Exhibitions
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2013 - ‘Shana Johnson, One Man Show’ Laguna Gallery of Contemporary Art, California, USA
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2014 - 'In The Flesh’ Crowded House Art, California, USA
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2015 - ‘Opening of Rebecca Fine Art Gallery' Studio 714, California, USA
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2017 - ‘The Child Mind’ Painting with the Public' Kings Cross Construction Center, London, UK
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2017 - 'UAL: Creative Debuts’ The Black and White Building, London, UK
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2018 - ‘BA Fine Art Degree Show’ Central Saint Martins, London, UK
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2019 - 'Painting with Prana' Buen Camino Yoga, Casa De Luz, Texas, USA
