Susan Shade
EXPLORE ARTISTIC CREATIONS
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There may be no better way to communicate than through images. As you browse the gallery, take a few moments to let your eyes linger here, and see if you can get a feel for Susan's signature touch.


Susan draws inspiration from the Abstract Expressionist movement, evident in her spontaneous brushstrokes and hypnotic color fields. Her work emphasizes tone, gesture, and markings to capture the dynamic energy of texture and color. Through techniques such as layering, scraping, blending, and rebuilding surfaces, she creates compositions that evoke curiosity and emotional resonance. Her approach invites viewers to interpret the work freely, discovering their own meanings, images, and ideas within each piece.
Susan is based in Oakland, California. Her work has been featured extensively in North Beach, San Francisco. She was represented by Agora Gallery in New York City in 2021.
Susan's work has also been featured in Architectural Digest in January 2025.
Pricing available upon request.
OPEN TO COMMISSION WORK -
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Exhibitions
Don't miss the chance to take in the artwork in person. Also, follow Susan Shade Painting on Instagram to get full details on upcoming showcases.

Vesuvio Café
San Francisco, CA
January 1 through 31st, 2026
Artist Reception:
Tuesday, January 13 from 5-8pm
Address: 255 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

Live Worms Gallery
San Francisco, CA

Agora Gallery
New York, NY






