Shan studied at the Byam Shaw School of Art, London 1964 to 1970 and lives and works on the Welsh Borders near Hay on Wye. Pastel is her preferred medium.
Solo exhibitions include Christopher Wood, Sally Hunter and Oliver Swan galleries in London and many mixed shows in Wales and England including Royal Academy The Discerning Eye and West of England Academy and Contemporary Art Fair. Shan curated the Presteigne Art fair and the Small Picture Show in aid of the Brecon Cathedral Choir Appeal, both for 5 years and the Screen Restoration Appeal, Old Radnor.