I transform stories, emotions, and ideas into paintings, sculpture, mixed media, murals, and creative experiences that bring people together through expression.
Somto Doris home Studio, Reduit Park, Rodney Bay, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia
Art Shaped by Stories and Human Connection
I’ve been creating since childhood and began pursuing art professionally around 2016–2017. Today, I use art to tell stories, celebrate culture and individuality, and create spaces where people can connect.
A Collaborative Creative Process
I start by listening to the people, stories, and ideas behind a commission, workshop, or personal project. I develop concepts through sketches, references, colour exploration, and material selection, then refine each piece with care; my workshops include guidance and support.
An African-Caribbean Artistic Perspective
I bring my Nigerian heritage and Saint Lucian journey to my work, shaped by my background in medicine and appreciation for anatomy and movement. I create original paintings, commissions, sculpture, mixed-media work, murals, and workshops. I received Best Painting at LIMCAF 2017 and a business certificate in January 2025.