Inspired by Japan's culture, I have a passion to give its traditional art a contemporary twist. I love to use Japanese calligraphy subjects, such as orchids, bamboo and cherry blossoms, and mixing them with my own style and personality. From samurai inspired paintings to abstract kanji art, it is my daily quest to create pieces that reflect my spirit at that particular moment.
Please come again as I will be adding new original paintings, prints and blog entries weekly!
"Delicate arching cherry blossoms, graceful kanji characters and masterful brushwork contribute a meditative quality to
her work, creating a reflective and peaceful atmosphere."
Georgianna Lane, for Fine Art Registry
"Successfully combines Japanese typography and Japanese imagery with a healthy dose of design sensibility. . .
A few of her paintings reflect what I can only describe as a deep whimsy."
Dan, Editor of EmptyEasel.com
Soniei is featured as one of the interview subjects in the Unconventional Guide To Art and Money, written by Chris Guillebeau and Zoë Westhof.
The Unconventional Guide to Art and Money is full of tips on how to earn money from selling art online.
I'm Soniei (pronounced sO.nE.A) and I was raised in Clare, a small Acadian-French community in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Determined to make my childhood dream a reality, I started working on a business called 'Soniei's Contemporary Art' in 2004, which only started making me money in 2006. Now, I'm a self-representing artist / home online-business owner. I love my job and I can't see myself doing anything else.
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