Meet the Artist
Steve Dynie is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Coquitlam, BC, where he lives with his wife and daughters. His artistic journey began with photography—sneaking his father’s film camera as a child—which ignited a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. His work balances vibrant complexity with meditative stillness, blending dynamic scenes with quiet, introspective moments.
Steve’s photography has earned numerous awards and international recognition, celebrated for its ability to capture intricate visual narratives and contemplative long-exposure imagery. His solo exhibitions have garnered wide acclaim, highlighting both his technical mastery and emotional depth.
In recent years, Steve has expanded into large-scale interactive mirror installations—shimmering structures that invite participation and spark wonder. These immersive pieces explore themes of reflection, imagination, and possibility, encouraging viewers to experience moments of self-awareness and awe.
Through both his camera lens and mirror art, Steve Dynie challenges audiences to see the world—and themselves—in new, transformative ways.
Recent Selected Exhibitions/Projects
Awards
2018
3rd Place – Fine Art Photography Awards, Open Theme – Beach Candy
Honourable Mention – International Colour Awards – Beach Candy2017
2nd Place – International Photography Awards, Sports/Water – Unforgiving Surf
Honourable Mention – International Photography Awards, People/Children – The Great Days
1st Place – Prix de la Photographie, Editorial Sports – Unforgiving Surf
Honourable Mention – Black and White Spider Awards, Sports – Unforgiving Surf
1st Place – Moscow International Foto Awards, Nature/Water – Unforgiving Surf
3rd Place – Fine Art Photography Awards, Conceptual – The Great Days
Honourable Mention – Fine Art Photography Awards, Fine Art – Unforgiving Surf2016
2nd Place – International Photography Awards, Sports – Unforgiving Surf
3rd Place – Prix de la Photographie, Sports – Unforgiving Surf
Honourable Mention – Black and White Spider Awards – Unforgiving Surf2015
Honourable Mention – International Photography Awards, Fine Art Landscape
Honourable Mention – Black and White Spider Awards, Sport2013
Honourable Mention – International Photography Awards, Fine Art Landscape
Exhibitions
2017 Beach Candy, Merge Studios
2017 Unforgiving Surf, Beaumont Studios, Vancouver, BC
2014 Curious Folk, Beaumont Studios, Vancouver, BC
2011 East Van, Beaumont Studios, Vancouver, BC
Charity Contributions
2017 Create Change Fundraiser
2016 Out in Schools Fundraiser
2016 Canuck Place Fundraiser
2015 Create Change Fundraiser
2014 Canuck Place Fundraiser