About

 

Marianne Valdez is a Filipino-Canadian visual artist and live painter based in Surrey, BC. Inspired by the natural world and her educational background in counseling psychology, her work explores the harmonious relationship between nature, her heritage, and the human psyche. Through playful and dreamlike expression, Marianne’s artwork often portrays sprawling gardens and metaphorical elements mixed with abstraction to reflect the shared human experience, with a focus on the inner child’s joy and peace. 

Beginning her professional career in 2021, Marianne continues to collaborate with local artists and galleries in exhibitions, live events, and projects, exploring the world of contemporary art and narrative illustration. Her works have been exhibited in local galleries and private shows, in addition to the Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver. She made her debut in illustration with the children's book, "Fantastically Flow", written by Taylar Ball; later recorded in the National Library Collections and Archives Canada in 2023.

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I convey harmony as our natural state in my art.
Wildlife is no different than human nature, sharing the importance of the preservation of native species and culture across the complex identities in the Filipino experience. 
  
Amidst an ever-changing world, nature's voice is constant and present with every breath of life.
  
 Marianne Valdez 
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"Masaganang Buhay: A Bountiful Life", Solo Exhibition, Vancouver Philippines Consulate General - Vancouver BC, October 2024
Community Mural, "In Harmony", South Vancouver Neighbourhood House - Vancouver BC, June 2024
"Roots & Routes: Journeys of Resilience and Identity", Group Exhibition,  Capulet Art Gallery - Richmond BC, May 2024
Guest Artist Speaker, "Bahala Ka Sa Buhay Mo: Carving Your Niche in the International Art Scene", Lyceum of the Philippines University - Intramuros Manila PH, March 2024
Golden Brush Art, Battle of the Brush 43, "Freestyle", Grand Finale Champion - Heritage Hall, Vancouver BC, March 2024
SAD Magazine Issue No. 35: BLANK SLATE, "Stop and Smell The Reality, How Organized Garden Walks Are Helping Locals Cope With Climate Change" - Vancouver BC, October 2023
"Home Sweet Home", Group Exhibition, The Sticky Show - Vancouver BC, July 2023
"To Love and Leave Behind", Solo Exhibition, The Bright Spot Gallery with Oxford Properties - Vancouver BC, May 2023
Artist in Residence, The Bright Spot Gallery with Oxford Properties - Vancouver BC, May 2023
Golden Brush Art, Battle of the Brush 40,"BOOM", Winner - Heritage Hall, Vancouver BC, February 2023
"Pancakes & Booze", Group Art Exhibition - Vancouver BC, November 2022
"Bonfire", Group Art Exhibition - Vancouver BC, November 2021