Kelsey here. However you landed at Kelsey Shields Art, I'm grateful to have you!
My focus is on creating paintings that fill your home with a reminder of adventure. Together, we can build a space that you are excited to return to when your latest experience (camping, rafting, road-tripping, getting married!) comes to a close. 
 
After studying Art Education at Penn State and teaching elementary art for five years, I made the leap into full time artist in the fall of 2019. These FIVE years as "artist" have been the best wild ride! I couldn't be happier with the space I'm in currently.

This year will be a hearty mix of nap time paint sessions, experimenting with new materials, diving into podcasts, finding creative community, and seeking adventure. Tossing in a little bit of creativity along the way has opened my eyes to how beautiful and life-giving this profession can be.
 
My paintings aim to share the adventure of the American West through landscapes and wildlife created in bold color. I hope that my work transports the viewer to their own feelings of adventure. My work is currently displayed and for sale in a handful of shops around Colorado. 
 
2025 and 2026 have a beautiful lineup of live paintings on the docket. Live event painting is an incredible challenge that has been opening unforeseen doors, such as the ever popular watercolor guest portraits. What began as a side hustle to my side hustle has become one of the most life giving parts of my practice! The energy live art events bring is something I am always looking forward to. 
 
My paintbrush is increasingly becoming an extension of my arm and I'm thrilled to share all of the beautiful artwork created this year. I can guarantee each piece will be born of a colorful palette and create joy.
 
Welcome and please enjoy taking a look around!

Photo credit: Becky Schwartz, Hannah Henke
@bschwartz @hannah.henke