Skills
Illustrating | Writing | Paper-carving | Painting
Education
BA[H] - Visual Arts and English Language and Literature, 2012-2017
Completed an undergraduate degree in order to gain valuable knowledge and experience to enhance technical and theoretical skills as a Visual Artist and Writer.
Publications
They Call Her Lavender, 2022
Published Poetry Book - BookLeaf Publishers / Author and Illustrator - Victoria Anne D’Anna
They Call Her Lavender is a short collection of only 21 free verse poems complete with line drawings published by BookLeaf Publishers in India. The book was part of a writing challenge and was selected for publication upon completion of the challenge. It was published on April 2nd 2022 and is available on Amazon for order. Victoria wrote and illustrated the book. The poetry collection is about finding happiness (an a little bit of magic) in everyday places. It pushes the reader to acknowledge the commonplace as tiny wonders. The Author (Victoria D’Anna) maintains the copyright of this work, ISBN 9798444767405
The Flower That Wouldn't Grow, 2021
Published Children's Picture Book - Nightingale Books / Author and Illustrator - Victoria Anne D’Anna
The Flower That Wouldn't Grow is Victoria Anne D'Anna's debut children's book published by Pegasus Elliot and Mackenzie ltd. under the Nightingale imprint. It was published and available to the public on April 29th 2021. Victoria wrote and illustrated the book. The book has a strong theme of personal growth, patience, and celebrates late bloomers presented through the analogy of a flower. ISBN 9781838751333, copies of the work are in the British Library for the inclusion of the title in the British National Bibliography; and in the University Libraries at Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Dublin. The Author (Victoria D’Anna) maintains the copyright of this work.
The Drive Magazine, 2022
Magazine Article
The magazine article written by Alley L. Biniarz “The Flower That (Eventually Grew)” is a two page spread showcasing Victoria’s book The Flower That Wouldn’t Grow. It is an interview discussing the theme and publication journey of Victoria’s debut children’s book.
Arts Council Windsor and Region, 2021
Online Newsletter
The online article "Victoria D'Anna Celebrates Late Bloomers In Debut Children's Book" celebrates Author's first published book from April 29th 2021. The article showcases the overall theme of the book and addresses its audience.
The Thought Catalog, 2017-2018
Digital Youth Culture Magazine / Articles written by Victoria Anne D’Anna
"4 Legit Reasons Your Mom is Always Right" - 2018
"When Your Ex Texts You, Put Your Read Receipts On, and Ignore His Ass" - 2017
"6 Warning Signs Your Boyfriend Is Toxic (And How To Move On)" - 2017
Personal articles published in an online magazine. Victoria shared personal experiences in the hope of helping readers dealing with similar issues.
Paper Trail, 2016
Video Interview
An interview by Aaron Galban on Victoria's solo exhibition, "Paper Trail". His interview focused on the work displayed in her show, along with Victoria's personal commentary.
The Lance, 2016
University of Windsor Newspaper Article
The article, "Paper Carving Exhibit Delves Into the Whimsical" was published by Hani Yassine on Victoria's first solo exhibition "Paper Trail".
What Feminism Sees: Changing the Perspective, 2015
The Women's Studies Student Association of the University of Windsor
A photograph of Victoria's sculpture, "A Painful Elegance" along with the intention of the piece were featured in an anthology of student work.
Visual Arts Entrance Award in Studio Art and Art History, 2012
University of Windsor
Entrance scholarship recipient as a first year student for the Visual Arts program. Awarded $1000 for a series of fairy tale inspired photographs submitted.
Exhibitions, Shows, Work in Galleries
Locals Only Part 3, 2023
Phog Lounge - Windsor, Ontario
Exhibiting artist in a collaborative art show.
Saturdays in the Studio, 2022
Art Windsor-Essex Gallery - Windsor, Ontario
Lead a 4 part art workshop on book illustrating. Teaching fellow artists, the relationship between picture and text – how to utilize illustrating to expand meaning. Theory based explanation with guided art activities to put learnings into practice.
Carnival Collective Part II, 2019
The Art Lab - Windsor, Ontario
Showcased a collaborative piece with the co-curator Anthony Sheardown. This was a show that featured over 30 local artists and vendors and it was free entry for the public.
Carnival Collective, 2019
The Art Lab - Windsor, Ontario
A showcase of local creatives.
Walkerville Art Walk, 2018
Wyandotte Street - Windsor, Ontario
A free event that showcases the work and craft of many local artisans and artists in shops and along the street in Walkerville. Victoria had her work displayed in SODA for the event and performed a live paper-carving demonstration.
Saving Banksy, 2017
WolfHead Distillery - Windsor, Ontario
Invited to appear as a guest artist in the Saving Banksy Show. Victoria was displayed two paper-carving pieces alongside other local artists, as well as, Banksy's "Haight Street Rat" an original piece that was saved from destruction in San Francisco.
Locals Only, 2017
Phog Lounge - Windsor, Ontario
Exhibiting artist in a collaborative art show.
Part Art Part Party Part 13, 2017
Five Ten Gallery - Windsor, Ontario
Exhibiting artist in a group gallery showing with musical talent and a live art battle.
Part Art Part Party 5/19, 2016
Five Ten Gallery - Windsor, Ontario
Invited as a guest artist to showcase one piece in the art show.
Part Art Part Party Part 4, 2016
Five Ten Gallery - Windsor, Ontario
Participating artist in local art show, in which she showcased two works.
Paper Trail, 2016
SOCA Gallery - University of Windsor
Victoria's first solo exhibition showcasing a body of "storytelling" work in the medium of paper-carving.
The Foundry Show, 2015
SOCA Gallery - University of Windsor
Victoria co-curated the exhibition to showcase works by students, alumni, and professors that were all created using the Foundry.
Art Commissions and Retail
Children's Book Retail Availability - The Flower That Wouldn't Grow, 2021-Present
Local and International
The published children's book is available at a variety of online and in store retail locations for purchase:
Amazon (CA, US, UK), Barnes and Noble (online), Pegasus Publishers (online), Book Depository (online), Waterstones (online), Foyles Bookstore (online), Biblioasis (in store - consignment), Storytellers Books (in store - consignment), Juniper Books (in store - consignment), Wolf & Rebel (in store - consignment), Indigo (in select stores and online - consignment).
Commissions and Sales
Various paper-carvings and paintings commissioned by clients in the Windsor area. - 2015 to Present
Large cabinet redesign (painted) commissioned by Jordyn S. - 2021
Baby grand piano redesign (painted) commissioned by Jordyn S. - 2021
5 X 4' oil painting commissioned by Anjeza B. - 2020
5 X 4' mixed media painting commissioned by Trinite J. - 2020
5 X 4' mixed media painting commissioned by Jacob L. - 2020
5 X 2' and 5 X 4' mixed media paintings commissioned by Jordyn S. - 2019
6 X 2' oil painting commissioned by Sydney M. - 2018
