Shelley Adams’ passion for colour has been a constant throughout her life. It has become the medium through which she reflects her physical, mental and spiritual journey. Like the layers of an onion, the energy of colour reveals itself on ever-deeper levels, changing and influencing our lives far beyond our expectations and even awareness. We relate to colour on a level that mirrors our personal journeys, which involves the viewer as an integral part of the creative process.
"Her unique style pleases the most discerning eye and soothes the soul." 

"I see each artwork as a journey, reflecting my strong beliefs in philosophy. Nothing is pre-planned, but evolves from the canvas, often undergoing many changes of direction in the process. Colour, light and divine guidance continue to be my underlying source of inspiration"

Born in Johannesburg, she and her family moved to Hermanus in 1986. Always having been involved in ballet and contemporary dance, she ran her own dance studio for a number of years before founding an Art Centre where she taught for 10 years. Shelley now devotes herself full time to painting.

Her artworks have been exhibited in various galleries in South Africa, as well as in the UK, in particular, Edinburgh and London. Her work is to be found in private collections both nationally and internationally.

Her Work