I’m Shalimar Luis, Artist & Creative Director based in Hoboken, NJ.

Mediums, Methods, and Mindscapes.

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Art and Solace in Central Park
Art and Solace in Central Park

Created during the height of the pandemic, this painting represents a personal turning point and moment of growth.

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A Day at the Met
A Day at the Met

Recalling my first visit and my painted tribute to The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 'A Day at the Met.'

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New Year, New Studio.
New Year, New Studio.

See how a leap of faith and a vision for connection and creativity brought to life a unique studio & gallery space. Dive into my adventure of making dreams come true and what lies ahead.

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Exploring the Vivid Colors of the New York Botanical Garden
Exploring the Vivid Colors of the New York Botanical Garden

As winter kicks in, I find myself looking back to end of Spring 2023. It was then that a trip to the New York Botanical Garden sparked the inspiration for a new series of oil pastel drawings and paintings.

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Sketchisode Two: Monochrome Magic – Inks, Pencils, and Charcoal
Sketchisode Two: Monochrome Magic – Inks, Pencils, and Charcoal

Immerse yourself in the stark beauty of monochrome with our latest Sketchbook Series entry. Pencils, inks, and charcoals, oh my!

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Sketchisode One: Channeling Stress into Drawing 
Sketchisode One: Channeling Stress into Drawing 

Step into the vibrant world of my sketchbooks as I kick off the 'Sketchbook Series'.

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Superfine Art Fair 2023, a first-timer’s journey.
Superfine Art Fair 2023, a first-timer’s journey.

From the thrill of preparing my booth to the genuine connections made.

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Painting Dreams and Memories with Restaurant Red
Painting Dreams and Memories with Restaurant Red

How revisiting a forgotten canvas led to a unique fusion of humor, surrealism, and self-discovery

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Learning How to Sculpt with Dinosaurs
Learning How to Sculpt with Dinosaurs

Learning to sculpt with dinosaurs.

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Shalimar Luis is a Creative Director & Visual Artist based in Hoboken, NJ.

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I graduated from the School of Visual Arts in 2007 with a BFA in Graphic Design and have spent the last 15 years in design and creative direction. My art is vibrant and expressive, and I am passionate about fostering connections through creativity. I host events and workshops that empower guests to explore and develop their inner artist.