About the Artist

Blessed me!  I get to draw pictures for a living, meet wonderful people and create special memories for generations to enjoy.  I am humbled by the feedback I've received from my clients and the people I meet at art shows, who ask how I got started and where I studied.  I am a self taught artist and my art education has been practice, practice, practice.  My work has improved significantly over the last 7 years or so (see my first portrait ever below...)  I have been drawing since birth!

I am 20 yrs old, from a small town called Bethel, located in Connecticut. I have lived in CT my entire life; born and raised in the same home. I have a Mother and a younger sister. My Dad passed away from Cancer this past January. (You can see my memorial portrait  of him on the front page.)

Clients ask if I get tired of drawing, and I never do.  Every project is a joy, every client a new friend.  I sometimes bump into people I have drawn but never met, and their faces are so familiar to me, I'm sure I know them.  I think about branching out into painting some day as my fellow artists suggest I do.  But I just love the simplicity of black and white, and the nuances that pencil can bring.  I draw just about everywhere. I usually draw at this small coffee shop in town. I've gotten some wonderful jobs just by having people look over my shoulder. Other than precious time spent with family, the best part of my job is the emotional connection I have with my clients.  Sometimes my projects are a little bittersweet - people or pets who have passed on or the celebration of a meaningful relationship.  It's an honor to hear their stories and draw for them.  People have said such kind and flattering things about my work; it is deeply satisfying to be appreciated for something that I truly enjoy doing.

I hope to have the chance to get to know you, hear your story and draw something important in your life.

Warmest wishes

Dana