Hello, I am Anna.

Originally from Lyon, France, I split my time between London, UK, and Vancouver, Canada.

I was always creative from a young age and developed many interests in all things artistic, from dancing to painting. At 12 years old, I created a silk painting "business" where I sold abstract designs in vivid colors on scarves. I don’t have many great memories of my teen years, but this was one joyful moment I still cherish.

I’ve always danced too — and later became a dancer in various shows and nightclubs. Here again, I created a “business” by recruiting and training dancers and selling shows to popular nightclubs in Lyon. This led me into performing in the most fancy (and some less so!) clubs in the world. I continued dancing professionally until my mid-thirties in France, Scotland, England, and Canada.

For me, there is something magical that happens when someone creates intuitively, whether it is a dance, a painting, or a poem. Self-expression through art and dance, as well as entrepreneurship, has always been at the heart of what I do.

I am also a social entrepreneur. I create and lead companies that focus on making positive changes in the world, economically, environmentally, and socially. I created Binners' Project, a social and environmental initiative in Vancouver, and I am currently leading Urban Growth, which focuses on improving connection with nature in London. I’ve received international recognition for my work, including recognition from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in France and a King’s Award from the British Government in 2024.

I propose coaching for entrepreneurs and leaders in creating value-driven or "soul-led" businesses. I am an accredited coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

I hope you will see the playfulness, beauty, and harmony I intend to convey in my art!

A short introduction to my motivation behind painting.

Thank you for visiting my website, it means the world to me. I am excited to showcase my creations and connect with fellow art enthusiasts, patrons, and kindred spirits. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if you just want to chat!

I invite you to follow me on instagram and see my daily posts: @annalaurenceart