Clients & Collector Reviews

Collected with Joy

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Inspired by the West Coast

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Commission Clients

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What Collectors Are Saying

Real Connections

Kind words from Collectors

Collected with Joy · Inspired by the West Coast · Commission Clients · What Collectors Are Saying Real Connections Kind words from Collectors

  • "Mara has created multiple pieces of artwork that we cherish around our home. She has created the most incredible pieces that we gave to our sister as a wedding gift. We couldn’t recommend her enough."

    —Robert & Olivia Donovan

  • "Mara has been a wonderful person, full of energetic kindness, since the moment we first connected. This flows into her passion for art and for finding or creating that special piece for the client (soon-to-be friend). I ordered a custom piece painted on a naturally harvested wood round, and I am so happy with the result. Mara walked through the design phase with me and followed along step by step, ensuring her artwork reached my hands safely. And it is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!"

    —Mitch Guitard

  • "I discovered Mara on INSTAGRAM a few yrs ago & fell in love with her West Coast Oil on Cavas paintings. Exploring Mara’s art on her Website I discovered the Sand Ripples. I spent many days as a kid in Sooke, French Beach & Jordan River. Sand Ripples takes me back to those days & why I still love to go. Mara was so heart warming when we chatted several times through her site & so kind to allow me to make payments on my 1st oil painting ever!! Since Sand Ripples I also purchased Rosas Oil. Love my garden & Rosa reminds me of how beautiful nature is. I feel so blessed to have these painting to remind me every day of my travels to the West Coast. Mara your Art is an inspiration, so very talented. Thank you with love❤️"

    —Rose Clay

  • "I have been following Mara Szyp's art journey for a few years now and adore where I see her draw inspiration of the beautiful west coast of Vancouver Island and so brilliantly craft it into her pieces. Her shows are always worth attending. I always find many works of art that draw my eye and my heart. Thank you Mara for sharing your beautiful gift with the world!"

    —Cassie Hepburn

  • "I love Mara’s paintings…big & small. She has captured the essence of ocean life that’s all around us on Vancouver Island!"

    —Janie Lucas

  • "Her art is beautiful and made with kindness and a big heart. Mara’s work at my home remind me of positivity and brings good feelings of connection with nature, beauty and friendship. I recommend you to support her business and buy some of her art work. 5 stars 🥳"

    —Matty Cervantes

  • "Amazing art work. Have bought one her painting and it's pleasure hanging it in my apartment. Thank you dear Mara."

    —Aleksander Petrovič

  • "Mara's art is inspirational Gorgeous in every way The art work will make you feel like your right there Ive bought 3 pieces and i'll continue to buy more. The art is from her life experiences. What she see's is how she paints. She'll ship anywhere in the world and works all day to get it posted next day so i can receive it asap. Honest to god Shes a gifted artist Dont believe me view her work ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤"

    —Michael Beyfus

  • "I got to know a snippet about Mara and exposure to her amazing artistry through dogs. Dogs have always brought some of the best people into my life, and Mara is no exception. Mara's talent and gifts to her works of art have captured the beauty and expression in all of her pieces. One day I hope to commission Mara to do a challenging piece for me that encompasses something we are both very passionate about. For now, I admire Mara's work through her web page. It's exciting to see that these beautiful art pieces are sold all around the world and that this glorious artist is only a stone throw away."

    —Kelli Norton

  • "I would like to take the time to say how greatful I am to know this talented artist. Her stunning art captures the many beautiful aspects of Vancouver Island, and would satisfy the most discerning purchaser🌿"

    —Stephen Cairns