Testimonials

‘I have been working with Shirley Williams since 1991 during the infancy of both of our design related careers.

Shirley was always open and willing to pursue private custom contracts regardless of where the installations were located.

Being a witness to her ever-changing inspiration has been truly remarkable. The level of her professionalism, quality of her works of art and ability to interpret what our clients want is nothing short of incredible.

For anyone looking for a true professional artist with a flare for the organic and natural, Shirley should be your first inquiry.’

—Helena Ventrella, CEO Helena Ventrella Design Limited Interior Designer ASID, ARIDO, NCIDQ

Shirley Williams is a consummate professional creating sophisticated paintings that are at once accessible, complex, invigorating and alive.

Her recent museum show seemed to erupt from the core of the Earth, as if Nature herself was asking us all to pay attention: something important is happening, and it's happening NOW.

She has that rare ability to articulate her paintings so collectors and buyers feel confident investing in her work.

-Ariane Goodwin, Curator of Contemporary Art

‘Shirley’s paintings give the varied living spaces at our ‘House in a Hospital’, including our common rooms, hallways and bedrooms, the right look and energy that we were seeking.

Also she was an absolute pleasure to work with.

Though we originally thought we’d have various artists featured, ultimately it was decided to choose all eleven of Shirley Williams' paintings.

We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out.'

—Margaret Anderson, Executive Director, Ronald McDonald House

‘As a small child, Williams moved often and it was the consistency of the horizon line, whizzing past her childhood eyes, which remain a constant and presents itself today in her purely abstract works.

These highly textured paintings reflect this sense of the familiar while still maintaining the allusive and suggestive air that serves abstract artists so well.’

—Mandy Salter, Curator of Contemporary Art

When I think of a genuine artist, I think of Shirley.

Not only is she an extremely talented artist, she is also very in tune and perceptive to her audience.

She is very welcoming to those with very little knowledge of the arts.

My appreciation of abstract design, color and balance grew as I learned more from Shirley through her work.

She is sincere, lively and always professional.’

Shelley Williams (no relation)
Director, Global Sales, Hard Rock International

‘My interior designer first introduced me to Shirley Williams and we met her at her new gallery.

I found her to be warm, inviting, and accommodating.

I was attracted to Shirley’s work by how unique and colourful her abstract paintings are.

She was willing to create something spec ific to my needs but I found that some of the pieces that she had previously painted met my needs to perfection.

She allowed me to try the pieces in my home before committing to buy them. And then once I decided that they were right for me, she offered to come and personally hang them. I was very impressed with the service!

I truly would recommend Shirley to anyone in the market for artwork. It brings a much nicer feel to my home knowing that they were created by a real artist and not mass produced.’

-Private Collector, recommended by
O’Neill Harrington Interiors A.R.I.D.O. / IDC

‘We own 3 pieces of Shirley's work.

Aside from how beautiful they look in our home, we were drawn to how Shirley creates her pieces, the way she begins developing the concept from a spiritual connection, and how she uses colour to express moods, the journey, and the destination.

She doesn't presume either, that her clients "see" the same thing as she does. Rather, she is always interested in another's interpretation. And so part of the creation process is how each person "arrives" at a piece.’

-Jackie Regan, Business Development Consultant & Online Learning Facilitator

‘I view Shirley’s style as very fluid. I especially enjoy her colour sense.

As an individual, she is extremely supportive of the arts. Painting is her passion, and it shows in her character.

With all her success, she remains humble and a joy to speak to.’

—Ed Roach, Consultant/Marketer at The Branding Experts

‘I recently visited Shirley’s art studio and was amazed by her creative space, and of course, the exceptional art!

Her use of colour and texture is what makes her paintings so magnificent.

Her incredible artwork is definitely a reflections of Shirley’s personality, as the artist is every bit as impressive as the art itself.’

—Todd Hopper, Certified Financial Planner, President, Vision Wealth Consultants Inc.

‘Shirley creates extraordinary pieces of abstract art.

I am proud to own several of her paintings, which reflect grace, depth and deeply personal meaning.

I love her use of colour, texture and shape. She creates art that I interpret as profound and uplifting.

Shirley Williams is a genius, a one of a kind artist, a woman whose art speaks of courage, beauty and passion.

She communicates through her paintings and the message is love…… love of nature, love of people and love for the world we share.’

—Susan Duxter, Public Speaker

‘Shirley Williams is not only a wonderful artist but she is as genuine as her art.

I highly recommend taking time to view Shirley’s work - for your home or office.’

—Amanda Gellman, Partner, The Funding Envelope

‘Shirley is a terrific artist. I have purchased many works of her art over the years.

I will continue to do so because her paintings are always interesting to me.’

—Ken Knapp, President at Ken Knapp Ford  

‘Shirley is a very talented artist that has enhanced our home with her paintings.

There is much to like about her and her paintings.’

—Glen Mitchell, Independent Writer & Professional Editor