Artists to Know: 10 Female Artists to Explore
Since 2018, we’ve been proudly supporting the National Museum of Women in the Arts’ initiative to increase representation and awareness of female artists. To further help their year-long #5WomenArtists campaign, we’re keeping the conversation going by once again featuring 50 women artists throughout Women’s History Month. We hope you’ll discover a new favorite female creator (or five).
From imaginative daydreamers to women empowerers, these 10 female artists strive to give off feelings of introspection, femininity, playfulness, and more through their work. With subjects ranging from body positivity to book readers to dotted geometric designs, these creators bring in a vast array of styles.
Whether you’re into vibrant landscapes, travel photography, inspirational typography, or touches of surrealism, the work from these 10 women artists is a mix of dramatically thought-provoking and refreshingly sweet. Keep scrolling to meet just a few of the many female artists we’re proud to partner with.
1. Fiona Francois
Based in Tasmania, Australia, Fiona Francois creates charcoal and pencil art of powerful women, often showcasing them with environmental elements, along with a mix of zodiac themes. A lot of her work features weathered trees to represent the raw beauty of ourselves and the world. She claims, “we often forget our connection to nature but I am reminded of our shared vulnerability to the ravages of time, weathering and the elements.” From driftwood souls to autumn fairies to forests of the damned, her artwork can give you a captivating way to add dramatic and thought-provoking vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Fiona Francois’s art on iCanvas.
2. Danica Gim
Inspired by European influences, self-taught artist Danica Gim creates digital and watercolor art of faceless females combined with inspirational phrases. Her prints include a range of body types and nude figures to depict the beautiful diversity of women. She also often incorporates celestial elements and uplifting themes, saying, “I have a love for mythology, all that is dreamy, the moon and making people feel like they found a little bit of magic”. From celebrations of strength to displays of bravery to scenes of solitude, we think her artwork can help you create a powerful feminine atmosphere.
Click here to see more of Danica Gim’s art on iCanvas.
3. Ievgeniia Bidiuk
Ukrainian artist Ievgeniia Bidiuk creates digital art and photography of colorful city views, vibrant landscapes, and other stunning outdoor scenes. In addition to beautiful scenery, she also designs surreal portraits and imaginative displays. With natural beauty and touches of mystifying excitement, her work is full of energizing hues. From motorcycle views to flower meadows to suited up animals, her artwork can help you create a space full of refreshing wanderlust vibes.
Click here to see more of Ievgeniia Bidiuk’s art on iCanvas.
4. Nakisha VanderHoeven
Based in South Carolina, Nakisha VanderHoeven creates mixed media art of mostly rabbits immersed in human-like scenes. Along with other critters, you’ll find scenes full of fun hobbies, social gatherings, and other everyday activities. Spending her childhood surrounded by animals, she shows her continued love for these living creatures with lighthearted creative displays. From swinging in a summer tree to antique shopping to camping by the river, her artwork provides a delightful way to bring charming and imaginative energy into your space.
Click here to see more of Nakisha VanderHoeven’s art on iCanvas.
5. Olga Crée
Watercolor and ink artist Olga Crée creates fashion-focused paintings of people and pets in trendy outfits. She also often shows readers getting lost in a good book while relaxing at home or out in a city setting. Inspired by famous icons, magazines, and the work of photography masters, she hones in on the natural beauty of individuals “because beauty is the driving force of communication between people”. From glamorous shoes to bright jackets to beachside bikinis, her prints are full of stylish energy. If you’re looking to create a sophisticated and chic atmosphere, we think her artwork is a great way to achieve your goals.
Click here to see more of Olga Crée’s art on iCanvas.
6. Charlotte Bird
Based in Northern Ireland, Charlotte Bird creates magical digital art of fairies in charming nature settings and other captivating scenes. Striving to “create a colorful little world of nostalgia and childhood dreams”, she transforms little girls into the sweet, winged creatures. While she adores these mythical beings, her work also stems from her love of all things vintage and Victorian, including touches of these styles within her pieces. From journeys with unicorns to rainy day hideaways to dashes of Christmas magic, her artwork can help you add enchanting and imaginative vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Charlotte Bird’s art on iCanvas.
7. Nolawon
Based in New York City, Nolawon creates paintings of women in psychedelic scenes with bright flowers, splashes of colors, and trippy designs. Diving into new worlds beyond what we can see, their work is inspired by unknown fantasies and imaginative explorations. From secret gardens to pearl princesses to a little girl’s dream, her prints are full of intricate details. Making her artwork a great way to help you design a bold yet alluring atmosphere.
While no longer an iCanvas partner, you can check out more of this artist’s work here.
8. Vanya Georgieva
Vanya Georgieva creates colorful oil paintings of vibrant landscapes and eye-catching abstracts. Painting against a dark background to help the colors pop even more, she strives to show off the captivating beauty of the outdoors. From sunsets in the mountains to melancholic lake views to poppy fields in Tuscany, her prints come to life in excitingly vivid hues. If you’re looking to add a touch of energetic nature to your space, we think her artwork is a magnificent way to do so.
Click here to see more of Vanya Georgieva’s art on iCanvas.
9. Lola Design
Lola Design creates portraits of adorable animals combined with colorful florals. She instills her love of living critters into her charming prints. While she features a mix of dog breeds, she also includes wild creatures in their pieces, resulting in a beautiful variety. From botanical owls to safari elephants to flowery horses, we think her artwork is a delightful way to bring sweet and lighthearted energy into your space.
Click here to see more of Lola Design’s art on iCanvas.
10. Amy Diener
Based in Bangkok, Amy Diener creates intricate dotwork paintings of colorful mandalas, majestic animals, nature scenes, and more. Her dot design process is highly intentional with deep meaning embedded into it, saying it’s “reminiscent of sweet dot candies such as skittles, M&M’s and candy dots. I create this sense of tactility to reconnect the inner child within us as human beings”. From purple tunnels to blue chakras to hydrangea circles, her artwork can help you add an energetic geometric aesthetic to your home.
Click here to see more of Amy Diener’s art on iCanvas.
For years, the foundation of iCanvas has been rooted in making art accessible to all. While gender inequity continues to create barriers in the arts, we are proud to do our part to represent a multitude of female artists creating incredible work. Support women creatives this month and beyond by learning more about our artists and shop more art by women artists.