Deborah Tilby
Mastrius Master Artist“At one point, I can expect my feelings of exhilaration to evaporate,” she says, “as I realize I’ve lost the plot and it’s not working out.” But overcoming these inevitable hurdles is what makes painting fascinating and fulfilling.

Much of Deborah’s success comes from a great mix of study, practice, and teaching over the last FOUR decades. She is a big believer in lifelong growth, “always, always striving to get better at what I’m doing.”


Internationally known as “a painter’s painter,” Deborah creates landscapes, seascapes and street scenes from her studio in Victoria, BC. Her work has won her Master status in the Oil Painters of America and a slew of international awards. It belongs in collections all over North America and Europe and has appeared in Fine Art Connoisseur, International Artist, Southwest Art, Arabella, and Artist magazines.

Deborah loves to pass on what she’s learned to artists developing their skills in oil. In fact, her absolute favourite artists to teach are those at the beginning of their painting journey!
She is an amazing ally, example, and guide for ASPIRING ARTISTS looking to grow both their painting skills and their capacity to create.
Meet regularly with Deborah from the comfort of YOUR OWN studio!
Author: Mastrius
Date: June 30, 2022