Sonya Iwasiuk

Sonya Iwasiuk is a contemporary mixed media artist and educator based in Vancouver, BC. Raised on the prairies of Northern Alberta, she draws on her childhood explorations of abandoned homesteads, which deeply influence her art, often reflecting themes of memory, place, and forgotten stories. Her distinctive techniques include embossed acrylic skins, engraved plaster, and paintings on hand-rusted steel. Constantly experimenting, she brings this spirit of exploration into her teaching, offering fresh and innovative art lessons. Sonya’s work often features prairie landscapes and derelict buildings, incorporating materials like found objects, gold leaf, and repurposed elements. She also explores more challenging themes such as forced migration, homelessness, LGBTQS2+ identity, and systemic issues like racism and misogyny. She has exhibited in BC and Alberta, completed juried public art commissions, and brings a rich blend of storytelling and technique to every critique. Outside her art practice, she enjoys adventuring through life. She particularly loves road trips, solo backwoods camping, foraging, kayaking, and attending cultural events.