Capturing the Spirit of a Place Through Art
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2026 chinatown victoria calendar
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2026 Two Months in Skagaströnd, Iceland at NES Artist Residency Calendar
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2026 where i like to get my coffee calendar
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Bon Macaron Patisserie
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Check out what I've been working on
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Township Coffee Vinyl T-shirt & Sticker Design
It's no secret I love Township Coffee, so it was so much fun designing a new t-shirt and sticker design for them this year! I think there's a lot of...
Township Coffee Vinyl T-shirt & Sticker Design
It's no secret I love Township Coffee, so it was so much fun designing a new t-shirt and sticker design for them this year! I think there's a lot of...
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Annual Fundraiser for the Victoria Hospice Society
2025: For all of November, 10% of online sales at www.artbysharonlam.com will be donated to @victoriahospicesociety in honour of my Mom’s birthday (also exciting = Papa Lam retires on her...
Annual Fundraiser for the Victoria Hospice Society
2025: For all of November, 10% of online sales at www.artbysharonlam.com will be donated to @victoriahospicesociety in honour of my Mom’s birthday (also exciting = Papa Lam retires on her...
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Rogers Chocolates Collaboration 2023 & 2024 & 2025
It's funny how one project can open the door to another! I had illustrated a chocolate guide for Edible Vancouver Island and illustrated the historic Rogers Chocolates storefront on Government...
Rogers Chocolates Collaboration 2023 & 2024 & 2025
It's funny how one project can open the door to another! I had illustrated a chocolate guide for Edible Vancouver Island and illustrated the historic Rogers Chocolates storefront on Government...
Best Sellers
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2026 where i like to get my coffee calendar
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Beacon Hill Drive In
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Cadboro Bay Octopus
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Dutch Bakery
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Hi, I'm Sharon!
I was born in Hong Kong before my family immigrated to Victoria, BC, Canada when I was a year old. I began Art by Sharon Lam as a way to preserve my family's treasured memories when my Mom entered hospice care. In those final weeks together, I realized that our most cherished memories weren't from extravagant vacations but rather from the familiar warmth of our favorite local spots. Through my art, I strive to celebrate the beauty of these special places and the memories they hold.
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For the love of cats
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2:59/3:00 AM Cats
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Dill in a Box
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Dill's Plant Paradise
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Commission Requests
I usually focus on places I’ve personally experienced, allowing me to soak in the atmosphere and culture that make each location unique. As a self-taught artist, I rely heavily on inspiration, which makes it difficult to take on commissions or adhere to strict deadlines—so I currently do not accept them. That said, I’d love to hear your suggestions! If you have a place that holds special meaning, please click this button and fill out the form.
Community Love
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Joe Perkins (He/Him)
"I've always felt Sharon's art embodies the true spirit of Victoria. Through her colorful, playful style, she brings Greater Victoria's beloved places to life in a way that feels familiar yet beautifully reimagined. Her work doesn’t just depict Victoria, it celebrates it. If you love Greater Victoria, you'll love Sharon's art."
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Jen (She/Her)
“I love how Sharon documents the city she calls home. Her appreciation for community absolutely shines in her artwork, bringing local landmarks (and lesser-known spots) to life – with a healthy dose of playfulness, colour, and joy!”
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Teale (He/Him)
“Placemaking is all about softening the hard edges of the urban environment and creating bumping spaces; places where people can bump into one another and connect. These connections are a critical component to community building. I love how Sharon's art captures the magic and whimsy of placemaking."
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Joyce (She/They)
"Your art and your relationship with your parents helps me feel closer to my parents even though they live so far away. I love sending them your art to bring a slice of Victoria to them.”
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Charlotte (She/Her)
“When I first saw Sharon’s art it was like looking at a glimpse of my childhood. She captured local landmarks that I’d pass by everyday and would probably not pay much notice to until they were gone. The colour and joy she puts into each piece seemed to be a reflection of my own special memories. In her beautiful illustrations she has also opened my eyes to many other buildings and businesses I have yet to discover in my hometown.”
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Kevin (He/Him)
“Sharon Lam, Art is truly amazing and manages to capture a moment in time and location, that people connect with. Her art is the physical representation of Nostalgia.”
Studio Notes
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How I Print My Artwork (Prints, Cards & Stickers)
Originally, I never set out to be a business—I just liked to draw. But here I am, running a creative business that started with nothing more than an iPad and...
How I Print My Artwork (Prints, Cards & Stickers)
Originally, I never set out to be a business—I just liked to draw. But here I am, running a creative business that started with nothing more than an iPad and...
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Market Essentials: What to Bring
I started vending at markets in 2022 and quickly fell in love with meeting vendors and connecting with people over my art! Coming from a catering and hospitality background, there...
Market Essentials: What to Bring
I started vending at markets in 2022 and quickly fell in love with meeting vendors and connecting with people over my art! Coming from a catering and hospitality background, there...
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Market Reflections: What I’ve Learned
I started vending at markets in 2022 and quickly fell in love with them! Coming from a catering and events background, there was a certain familiarity in setting up and...
Market Reflections: What I’ve Learned
I started vending at markets in 2022 and quickly fell in love with them! Coming from a catering and events background, there was a certain familiarity in setting up and...






