‘Creating art is a meditative process.’
Welcome to my creative space!
I'm Lisa Mitchell, a professional nature artist based in Oshawa, Canada.
I was born in Toronto and spent my early childhood in the city until my family relocated to a small rural community in Southeastern Ontario when I was 10. Surrounded by open fields, cows, and horses, I developed a deep love and appreciation for nature and the outdoors. With few nearby friends or recreational activities, I spent much of my time drawing, painting, and caring for our many family pets—including a particularly grumpy goat.
At 19, I moved out to attend York University, where I earned a degree in visual arts. Though I dreamed of becoming a professional artist, I took a more conventional path after graduation and spent many years working in the developmental services field.
After starting a family, I found myself overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood, struggling to find that elusive “work-life balance.” When our third child turned two, I began carving out small windows of time to draw and paint again. In doing so, I rediscovered a sense of self—something separate from motherhood—and felt more calm and present. Art became a form of meditation, a way to quiet the noise of everyday life.
Those short creative sessions quickly weren’t enough. I wanted more. With the support of my family and friends, I committed to pursuing my lifelong dream of becoming a full-time professional artist.
Today, I create my artwork from a cozy home studio where I live with my husband, our two sons, and our daughter.