Susan Victoria Phillips

Susan Victoria Phillips is a Victoria, British Columbia–based visual artist whose creative journey began in London, England. Inspired early on by her mother’s work designing gowns for Queen Elizabeth’s court, she developed a lifelong appreciation for craftsmanship and visual refinement. Her professional background spans interior design, writing and theatrical set production, including stage design for the Dalai Lama’s visits to Ottawa. These diverse creative disciplines inform her understanding of scale, atmosphere, and emotional presence.
Since 2013, she has focused on painting while continuing her involvement in theatre as a costume designer. Her practice is centered on large-scale, boldly expressive works defined by vibrant colour and dynamic movement. These commanding compositions are created to anchor a space, bringing depth, energy, and resonance to contemporary interiors. Her West Coast seascapes offers a quieter reflection of the luminous coastal environment she calls home.
Her paintings are held in private collections across Canada and internationally.

Affiliations & memberships

Milan Art Institute
Bold School
VISA (Vancouver Island School of Art)
Nicholas Pearce School of Art
E. John Robinson Art Instruction

UPCOMING: Saanich Municipal Hall Mezzanine and Reception Gallery Wall. - April 15 to June 1, 2026 British Columbia

2019 - About Face: Paintings by Nicholas Pearce and Friends, Victoria BC

2019 - University Heights, Cedar Hill Art Group, Victoria BC

2018 - Oak Bay Public Library, Victoria BC

2017 - Langham Court Theatre, Victoria, BC

2016 - The Teahouse at Abkhazi Garden, Victoria, BC