Shanna Hamilton is a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and the owner and Art Instructor of Kids Art Studio on Vancouver Island. Over the years, her works have been displayed and sold in galleries across Canada, including the Sooke Fine Arts Show, Coast Collective Art Gallery, Windrush Gallery, Niagara Falls Historic Exhibition Centre, The Red Ribbon Exhibition, The Gatsby Mansion, Cleopatra's Bedroom, and the Royal BC Museum gift shop gallery. Shanna has also competed in three Art Battle events at the Victoria Events Centre, advancing to the finals in each. To date, she has created hundreds of paintings, dozens of wall murals, and taught thousands of students through her after-school art programs.

In 2010, Shanna began collaborating with organizations that support at-risk youth, low-income families, and Indigenous communities. She developed and implemented creative art programs aimed at fostering personal growth and social adaptability. As part of these efforts, she was responsible for curriculum development, mentoring, grant writing, and facilitating communication between organizations, parents, and youth. This work fueled Shanna’s passion for promoting creativity throughout her community. She developed a successful after-school art program for School District 62, which brought together a diverse range of individuals through the arts, leaving a lasting impact on students of all ages.

Shanna has a diploma in Graphic Design, which includes training in fine arts, life drawing, sculpture, painting, 3D design, perspective drawing, computer graphics, photography, and advertising. This educational background complements her extensive practical experience and passion for arts education. Over the years, she has collaborated with recreation centers, school districts, and organizations like ARTSTARTS to provide inspiring art programs and creative opportunities for youth and others interested in the arts.

As both an artist and director, Shanna has led community art programs, organized art shows, and sat on art councils, further strengthening her commitment to the arts. She believes that the skills and experiences we gain in life are meant to lead us to where we need to be, and her dedication to seeing creative projects through, no matter the challenge, has been a cornerstone of her work. Through her art and teaching, Shanna continues to inspire others to explore and embrace the transformative power of creativity.