Biography

Born in Montreal, Shamie began drawing and painting at a very early age and continued his art studies even while establishing himself in the world of fashion. For many years, Shamie attended art classes and also took private lessons with some of Montreal's finest instructors and painters.

For the past seven years, Shamie has devoted himself full-time to his art, studying, painting, and drawing in his studio. He works with oils, acrylics, watercolors, and India ink, using pen and brush to express landscapes, florals, abstract, and figurative creations. Shamie is prolific as an artist, and his work is distinguished by a strong sense of color and form. His fresh approach to the canvas has resulted in great success. His practiced eye and restless energy have found impressive outlets in his love for nature and the human body, which he portrays with assurance. His work continues to evolve as he explores different techniques and subjects, drawing on his imagination and life experiences to create unique and inspiring pieces.

As a lover of music, dance, and martial arts, Shamie's finely tuned sense of balance and control imparts an accessibility to his work that establishes an immediate rapport with viewers. Yet, one can also sense the total freedom and spirituality within the canvas.

Emile Shamie's paintings and drawings can be found in collections across Canada, as well as in the United States and Asia.