Dawn Harmer

Dawn Harmer Creative

Dawn Harmer Creative After receiving an associate's degree in Photography at Toronto, Canada, I spent many years working in portrait and editorial photography. Now I dedicate my time to my art practice. Both in photography, painting and mixed medium art forms. • Proud member of City Art Gallery. An artist run cooperative in the Mission District, where I showcase my latest projects throughout the year. • An active member with ARTSPAN SF for 3 years now. Participating in Open Studios, volunteering initiatives, and donating artwork for fundraising. • Artspan Open Studios Planning Committee 2025. My artwork can be found in private collections throughout the Bay Area, in Canada and Internationally.

Artist Statement

As an artist I thrive in exploring new techniques and themes. Some projects are driven by the theme and I seek out materials that help translate it onto paper, canvas and wood. Other projects are born through play - with paint, with color, and with tools. Always pursuing concepts that resonate with me. Sonder is my latest collection of human figures gathering in crowds. It is defined by the realization that every person has their very own story filled with rich details, thoughts and experiences. It's the recognition that each person you encounter is living a life just as detailed and meaningful as your own.