Welcome

Welcome to Shannon McWhinney's art site.

Based in Ucluelet,.B.C., Shannon captures the beauty of wildlife and stunning landscapes through her expressive and vibrant paintings which are inspired by her photographs. Experience the essence of the West Coast through her work, currently showcased at Black Rock Resort, Reflecting Spirit Gallery, Orange Door Gallery and the Ucluelet Brewery.

Explore the links to discover more about her captivating art!

Artist biography: Shannon McWhinney from Ucluelet, British Columbia, Canada - Artists - Reflecting Spirit Gallery

Shannon McWhinney: Painter Pacific Rim Arts Society

Caught in the Act:
The Clover Thief

This piece illustrates a bear happily feasting on our freshly planted clover, which our cat, Ember, alerted us to by leaping up the glare through our window. We weren't thrilled to be losing our freshly growing clover but the bear sure thought it was a lovely treat.

A King's Moment

This painting depicts the briefest of moments of a kingfisher at rest before it spies a delectable fish & dives down with a plop to capture and feast.

I invite you to experience this moment with me through this expressive artwork that honors the beauty of life's simple moments.

"Whimsy & Wonder: A Curated Collection of
Shannon McWhinney's paintings.

eagles, movement, west coast shoreline, eagles compete for salmon

Eyes on the Prize

A dramatic West Coast shoreline where eagles fiercely compete for a salmon carcass left by fishermen, one with wings spread & talons extended, one tensely aware of an oncoming confrontation.
The rhythmic waves crash against barnacle coated rocks, and colourful waves rolling to shore add to the raw, untamed beauty of the scene.
It’s a scene that showcases both the beauty and the competitive nature of life on the coast—where survival and instincts reign supreme.

Acrylic on 3 x 3 foot canvas
Price: $2250.00
On display at the Black Rock Resort in Ucluelet, B.C.
Giclee prints & Art Cards available.

harbour seal basking in sun while seaming to chuckle at its reflection, rippling watery reflections

LOL - Laughing on Log, So Sealy

A harbour seal lounges lazily in the sun on a breakwater, its sleek body basking in the warmth as it gazes at the rippling reflection in the calm water below. The seal seems to chuckle in contentment, its playful expression adding a touch of whimsy to the peaceful coastal scene.

Acrylic on Canvas
36 x 18 inches
$1200.00

Available at the Reflecting Spirit Gallery in Ucluelet, B.C.

Behind the Canvas: A Curated Gallery of the visual experiences that inspire my paintings.

This cheeky bear was caught in the act eating our newly planted clover. We became aware of this feasting when our cat, Ember, rushed to the window to glare out at something.