Artist in Residence Program at Fairmont Empress
The Artist in Residence program at Fairmont Empress is captivating guests with live art performances and showcasing the extraordinary talents of local artists in the Greater Victoria region. Artists using various mediums are displaying their work in the hotel’s upper mezzanine throughout the year, providing a culturally enriching experience for all hotel visitors.
Each month, a distinguished local artist will demonstrate their artistic prowess on canvas through live painting sessions. Guests and the community will have the unique opportunity to witness the birth of a masterpiece as the artists create stunning works of art right before their eyes. The artists will share their creative process and inspirations, providing an intimate glimpse into the world of artistry.
Artists will be on-site three times a week during their monthly residency. Their schedules will be posted here at the beginning of each month.
For the month of April, the Artist in Residence is:
Lisa Riehl
Lisa Riehl is a passionate artist and creative mentor who believes in the joy of making art at any stage of life. With an affinity for rich textures and expressive colour, she loves to paint large canvases in oils and acrylics, capturing the beauty of the West Coast by focusing on light and movement. Lisa also finds inspiration in the immediacy of water colour sketch booking, using it as a way to explore ideas, document everyday moments and keep creativity flowing.
Lisa Riehl – West Coast Landscapes
Location: Upper Lobby
Dates: On location Friday – Saturday till June 31, 2025
Time: 1:00pm- 6:00pm Fridays, 10:00am-4:00 pm Saturday & Sunday
