ABOUT LARA

Lara Palmer is an Artist whose work is deeply inspired by 16 years of living in Tofino, B.C., Canada surrounded by its stunning coastal beauty. An award-winning Art Director with a Bachelor of Arts from the Ontario College of Art & Design, Lara has judged prestigious industry awards and shared her creative expertise worldwide. 

An avid surfer and nature lover, Lara began creating photography-based conceptual art in 2024, drawing from the rhythms of Tofino’s tides, light and ecosystems. Her work offers a fresh perspective that invites discovery, sparks imagination and inspires wonder. 

Lara’s work was featured in the group exhibition “Interface” at the Tofino Gallery of Contemporary Art, The Long Beach Lodge Artists Series and the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver. Experience Lara’s work in person - book a private viewing today.

EXHIBITIONS

November, 2024

Interface, Group Exhibition

Tofino Gallery of Contemporary Art, Tofino B.C.

February 9, 2025

Artists Series at the Lodge, Solo Exhibition

Long Beach Lodge Resort, Tofino B.C.

August 1 - 4, 2025

Harmony Arts Festival, Juried Art Market

West Vancouver, B.C.

ON NOW

September 4- 30, 2025

hitaaqƛ̓as: In the Forest, Group Exhibition

Henry Nolla Gallery, Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino, B.C.

Saturdays May 24 - October 11, 2025

Tofino Market, Tofino, B.C.

PRESS

• Mirrors series featured in Tofino Time January 2025 Edition

• Cave Painting series featured in Tofino Time September 2025 Edition