Artist Statement

From my first Crayola, I was hooked.

Painting gives my visual perception of the world a voice. Each piece is a record of my life, where I’ve been, what I’ve seen, and how I’ve tried to express that moment to others.

My early work was illustrative in nature, which enabled me to develop a solid understanding of drawing and composition. Currently, I paint in an impressionistic style, retaining the essence of “the place” while still challenging the viewer to interpret the work for themselves. A Colourist at heart, I enjoy pushing colour and light to evoke an emotional response. I currently live in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, where I enjoy combining my artistic career with teaching workshops, and mentoring artists.

Biography

Sharon Fox Cranston’s art captures more than landscapes—it tells a story shaped by her journey from the UK to Nova Scotia. Her early professional years in graphic design gave way to her true calling as a full-time artist over the past eighteen years. Sharon’s work spans acrylics, oils, pastels, and gouache, with a focus on light, shadow, and mood in the landscape. An award winning artist, Sharon is a member of the Society of Canadian Artists, Pastel Artists Canada and the Pastel Society of America. She also mentors artists online as a Master Artist with Mastrius.

Sharon’s creative process explores the interplay of light, shadow, texture, and emotion in her paintings. Her distinctive brushstrokes and mark-making instills her work with her own signature style. For Sharon Fox Cranston, art is an ongoing exploration—a means to interpret the world, foster community, and inspire connection.