Who is Pink Panda?
Pink Panda (they/she) is a multidisciplinary urban contemporary artist based in Winnipeg, Canada, living and working on Treaty 1 Territory. Working across chalk, spray paint, acrylics, and UV-reactive paint, their practice began with chalk drawings of original monster characters inspired by childhood imagination. Over time, their work has evolved into a deeper exploration of identity, expressed through vivid colour palettes and intricate line work rooted in mindfulness and the present moment.
During the warmer months, Pink Panda brings their practice into the public by longboarding through the city, leaving chalk drawings for passersby and performing live “pop-up” painting installations. These temporary works embody their mantra "Be in the moment," encouraging a mindful approach and the art of letting go.
Pink Panda offers a perspective on connection between self, community, and the world around us. Their work has been presented in three successful solo exhibitions as well as numerous group shows, with collectors across North America drawn to the vibrancy, detail, and layered narratives of each piece. Extending this commitment to connection, they also serve as a guest artist in schools, organizations, events, and summer camps, guiding creative experiences for kids, youth, and adults alike.
Artist Statement
Painting is my sanctuary. It’s where I go when I need to breathe, reflect, and release. Living with anxiety, I often wrestle with internal noise, but art helps me find clarity through colour, line, and movement. My work is raw, layered, and often spontaneous. It draws from my love of bright colours, street art, and the emotional weight of everyday moments. Each piece is part of what I call my Pandamensional reality, a place shaped by past experiences, cultural roots, and imagined futures. Through live painting, chalk drawings, and mixed media canvases, I practice staying present. I embrace imperfection and share the vulnerability of being in process. I hope viewers can lose themselves in the rhythm, texture, and emotion of my work, and maybe discover a piece of themselves in it.
Painting is my sanctuary. It’s where I go when I need to breathe, reflect, and release. Living with anxiety, I often wrestle with internal noise, but art helps me find clarity through colour, line, and movement. My work is raw, layered, and often spontaneous. It draws from my love of bright colours, street art, and the emotional weight of everyday moments. Each piece is part of what I call my Pandamensional reality, a place shaped by past experiences, cultural roots, and imagined futures. Through live painting, chalk drawings, and mixed media canvases, I practice staying present. I embrace imperfection and share the vulnerability of being in process. I hope viewers can lose themselves in the rhythm, texture, and emotion of my work, and maybe discover a piece of themselves in it.
Pink Panda has worked and collaborated with clients including: Tara Davis Studio Boutique, Expert Electric, Inspire Community Outreach, Beyond Boundaries Academy, Macanta Design Build Inc., Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba Inc., Downtown Biz, Transcona Biz, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, Studio Central/Artbeat Studio, Scam Skate, Warehouse Artworks, BGC Winnipeg, Gilbert Park Resource Centre, Tourism Kenora, Manitoba Children's Museum and the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba.
Upcoming Events*:
June 4, 2026. – Wildest Dreams – Live Chalking with public. Details: TBA
June 6, 2026. – MEME at The Cube – Vendor.
July 1, 2026. – Live chalking: Details: TBA
July 3, 2026. – First Fridays – Tara Davis Studio Boutique – 246 McDermot Ave. Winnipeg, MB. More details: TBA
*Events will be updated throughout the year. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often.
Top Photo credit: Kelly Morton Photography. Bottom Photo credit: Nüro