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About the Artist- Venetia Stravens

Her journey into the world of art began with a 24-year career as a professional makeup artist. Immersed in the vibrant worlds of fashion, luxury, and beauty—working alongside renowned couture houses, fashion brands, and MTV—Venetia developed a deep appreciation for aesthetics in all forms.

Over time, her pursuit of beauty evolved beyond the face. Years of working with brushes and studying facial features naturally led to portraiture becoming her primary artistic focus. As an animal lover, painting animals became a close second—each creature offering its own unique expression and spirit to capture.

Moving from the bustling, high-rise island of Singapore to the vast, scenic landscapes of Sweden marked a turning point in Venetia’s creative inspiration. Surrounded by forests, seasonal changes, foggy mornings, and crisp winter skies, she found herself drawn to the beauty of nature in an entirely new way. These landscapes now played a meaningful role in her work.

Flowers, however, remain her greatest artistic challenge. It has pushed her outside of her comfort zone and, though it sometimes made her have feelings of ‘creative dyslexia’ when painting them, Venetia welcomed the challenge with determination— confident to master them in time.

In addition to her personal work, Venetia has contributed to hotel art projects across Asia and collaborated with interior architects on high-end show homes and property developments. Today, her artistic practice continues to be shaped by a lifelong passion for beauty, form, and expression—whether found in a face, a forest, or a fleeting moment of light.