Veronica is an East London-based visual artist with a heart for creating art that speaks to the
soul. With an intuitive approach, her work exudes a charming and nostalgic essence inspired bythe vintage toys and stories that once filled her with joy.
In 2019, Veronica broke free from an abusive relationship, a pivotal moment that led her to
confront the reality of narcissism and its pervasive presence in her past. This awakening sparkeda journey of self-discovery, uncovering a pattern of abusive relationships that had silently woventhrough her life, disguised as normalcy.In a remarkable turn of events, Veronica received a prestigious funding grant from Arts Council, England in 2021. This grant became a catalyst for her to collaborate with a psychologist andindividuals who had endured domestic abuse. Through their stories, Veronica found inspiration tocreate a profound series of works that vividly captured the insidious cycle of narcissistic abuse -from idealisation to devaluation and eventual discard:
https://www.veronicarowlandsartist.com/gaslit-arts-council-england-funded-project
Through deep introspection and extensive research, Veronica unearthed a profound realisation. Her gentle and emotive illustrations served a deeper purpose - they were a means of comforting her inner child, a sanctuary from the harsh realities of adulthood, and a pathway to heal emotional wounds.
In her art, Veronica invites you to journey with her through a world where vulnerability meets
strength, where innocence intertwines with wisdom, and where healing flourishes through
creative expression.
soul. With an intuitive approach, her work exudes a charming and nostalgic essence inspired bythe vintage toys and stories that once filled her with joy.
In 2019, Veronica broke free from an abusive relationship, a pivotal moment that led her to
confront the reality of narcissism and its pervasive presence in her past. This awakening sparkeda journey of self-discovery, uncovering a pattern of abusive relationships that had silently woventhrough her life, disguised as normalcy.In a remarkable turn of events, Veronica received a prestigious funding grant from Arts Council, England in 2021. This grant became a catalyst for her to collaborate with a psychologist andindividuals who had endured domestic abuse. Through their stories, Veronica found inspiration tocreate a profound series of works that vividly captured the insidious cycle of narcissistic abuse -from idealisation to devaluation and eventual discard:
https://www.veronicarowlandsartist.com/gaslit-arts-council-england-funded-project
Through deep introspection and extensive research, Veronica unearthed a profound realisation. Her gentle and emotive illustrations served a deeper purpose - they were a means of comforting her inner child, a sanctuary from the harsh realities of adulthood, and a pathway to heal emotional wounds.
In her art, Veronica invites you to journey with her through a world where vulnerability meets
strength, where innocence intertwines with wisdom, and where healing flourishes through
creative expression.
Some examples of Veronica's work
