ColorBySusan

Mason, Wisconsin

87
 Sales

4.9 (32)

6 years
on Etsy

4.9 (32)

87
 sales

6 years
on Etsy

Contact

Following Follow

87
 Sales

4.9 (32)

6 years
on Etsy

4.9 (32)

87
 sales

6 years
on Etsy

Contact shop owner

87 Sales

101 Admirers

Report this shop to Etsy

You reported this shop

Etsy automatically translates most text on the site to your preferred language.

See in original language

Announcement

Last updated on Nov 13, 2025

Painting is my favorite way to express myself. I enjoy beginning with a subject and then making it funky.

Creativity is the elixir I use to calm the pain I experience with my daily challenge of rheumatoid arthritis and neuromuscular disease. Art feeds my spirit & gives me energy.
Each piece you will see on this page will have been created with love, self nurturing and joy.

Thank you for joining in this creative journey.

Contact shop owner

Susan Wilkinson

Reviews

4.9 (32)

Average item review

We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience.

Kathryn on Apr 23, 2026

4 out of 5 stars

Beautiful, one of a kind work of art. Arrived on time, carefully wrapped and shipped. Lovely piece of art!

Resistance is Growing; Original Protest Artwork Handpainted by Wisconsin Artist; Raised Fists; Paisley, Vines, Spirals Combine in a Garden

Resistance is Growing; Original Protest Artwork Handpainted by Wisconsin Artist; Raised Fists; Paisley, Vines, Spirals Combine in a Garden
Patricia on Apr 15, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Love my new Hummingbird T-Shirt in Natural Color. Fit, color, quality and design are great - better than any store-bought t-shirt! I have past experience with this vendor's t-shirts and they wear well - the designs don't crack.

Vibrant Hummingbird Illustration T-Shirt | Green Paisley Background

Vibrant Hummingbird Illustration T-Shirt | Green Paisley Background
Patricia on Apr 15, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Love my new Whimsical Swirl Tree T-shirt in Seafoam. Fit, color, quality and design are great - better than any store-bought t-shirt! I have past experience with this vendor's t-shirts and they wear well - the designs don't crack.

Whimsical Swirl Tree T-Shirt | Colorful Abstract Tree Art

Whimsical Swirl Tree T-Shirt | Colorful Abstract Tree Art
Patricia on Apr 15, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Love my new Lotus tshirt in Chalky Mint color. Fit, color, quality and design are great - better than any store-bought t-shirt! I have past experience with this vendor's t-shirts and they wear well - the designs don't crack.

Buddha Lotus Unisex T-shirt, Spiritual Graphic Tee, Meditation Clothing, Mindfulness Apparel, Zen Clothing Gift

Buddha Lotus Unisex T-shirt, Spiritual Graphic Tee, Meditation Clothing, Mindfulness Apparel, Zen Clothing Gift
k on Dec 23, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

beautiful work - the computer pics can't do this artist's work justice! excellent service!

Small Floral Painting on Wood; Vivid Colors with Violet Background; Handpainted by Disabled Artist from Wisconsin; Perfect Gift for Teachers

Small Floral Painting on Wood; Vivid Colors with Violet Background; Handpainted by Disabled Artist from Wisconsin; Perfect Gift for Teachers
Kathleen on Dec 10, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Prompt arrival, well crafted, love the simple theme of the painting, perfect frame selection.

Taos Adobe Homes Original Acrylic Painting, New Mexico Artwork

Taos Adobe Homes Original Acrylic Painting, New Mexico Artwork
Etsy buyer on Dec 2, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing painting! We are so happy we get to see this in our home every day now :)

Ashland Pelican; Original Artwork Hand Painted by Wisconsin Artist;; Detailed Yellow Background & Rich Highlights; Good Gift for Lake People

Ashland Pelican; Original Artwork Hand Painted by Wisconsin Artist;; Detailed Yellow Background & Rich Highlights; Good Gift for Lake People
William on Nov 23, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

What an absolute delight! I love this little painting. It brings me joy every time I walk past him. Thank you so much!

Surprise! Original Acrylic Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Abstract Expressionism; Portrait of Surprised Man w/ Moustache; Quirky Gift

Surprise! Original Acrylic Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Abstract Expressionism; Portrait of Surprised Man w/ Moustache; Quirky Gift
Jennifer on Nov 4, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Fun, whimsical picture. Described well and good quality. I love it It looks perfect on my wall ❤️

Coffee Time; Original Acrylic Expressionist Wall Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Cafe Art; Gift Idea for Coffee Lovers, Teachers Lounge

Coffee Time; Original Acrylic Expressionist Wall Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Cafe Art; Gift Idea for Coffee Lovers, Teachers Lounge
Phyllis on Nov 1, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

I love this painting! I’m so happy that I saw it!

Bad Camouflage; Original Acrylic Wall Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Pet Portrait of Black Cat in Field of Wildflowers; Small Gift

Bad Camouflage; Original Acrylic Wall Art Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Pet Portrait of Black Cat in Field of Wildflowers; Small Gift

About ColorBySusan

Colorful paintings because life ought to be bright!

Sales 87

On Etsy since 2019

Colorful paintings because life ought to be bright!

My idea space, where I sit with a cup of coffee & contemplate my next project

I love, love, love color! Painting helps me escape and express myself as I make this journey with Myasthenia Gravis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Painting and making something beautiful & funky out of discarded or neglected items is my favorite way to express myself.
Artistic talent runs in my family. I’m proud to say I aspire to achieve the skill levels modeled for me by my mother and my daughter. Mom painted very traditional landscapes & barns. She would take me with her on country roads & teach me to see the details, look through eyes that see beyond the obvious. My daughter, Corey, taught me to embrace my funky. Her love of all things different helped me liberate my creative soul. I’m forever grateful to her for that gift.

So now it’s my turn.

Thank you for joining in this creative journey.

My art is reflection of living in southern New Mexico for 20+ years and having new adventures in northern Wisconsin.

Shop policies

Last updated on

Accepted payment methods

Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits

Returns & exchanges

See item details for return and exchange eligibility.

More information

Last updated on Dec 17, 2025

Frequently asked questions

Are your paintings actually painted by you or are they outsourced?

Welcome to Color By Susan. Creating art using bright, bold colors is my passion. Every painting is made by myself so each one is unique and one of a kind. Thanks for stopping by!

Custom and personalized orders

I am not making custom or personalized pieces at this time.

Gift wrapping and packaging

Paintings will be wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped in size-appropriate cardboard boxes.

Seller details

View shop registration details

ColorBySusan

Featured items

Portrait of Figure in Amorphous Fog or Shroud; Unique Contemporary Art; Wall/Desk Art; Handpainted by Disabled Artist; Gift for Pride Month

Pileated Woodpecker Art: Expressionist Acrylic Painting on Canvas

Handpainted Hummingbird Acrylic Artwork on Wood, Boho Vibe

Nubian Goat Acrylic Artwork: Wisconsin Artist Farm Animal Home Decor Country Flair

All items

Coffee Time; Original Wall Art Handpainted by Wisconsin Artist( Black Cat with Steaming Mug of Latte with Kitten Design; Abstract Background

Slender Statue of the Virgin Mary; Religious Catholic Christian Icon Handpainted with gold painted stars around her halo

Shades of Black and White Create These Chequamegon Forest Birch Trees; Acrylic Paint And India Ink; Hand Painted by Wisconsin Artist

Iridescent Butterfly; Stylized Buckeye Butterfly on Black Background Handpainted by Wisconsin Artist; Lovely Home Decor or Gift

Sun Shining Over Klimt Flowers; Original Acrylic Artwork Handpainted by Wisconsin Artist; Vibrant Colors Enhance and Brighten Any Room

Strawberry Heart; Adorned with Polka Dots, This Still Life Has Dahlias, Clematis, and Roses; Polka Dot Background; Folk Style

Kansas Girl Loves Sunflowers and Cats and Crows and Comfy Blankets; Original Acrylic Artwork Handpainted Former Kansas Jayhawk

Starry Black Cockatoo T-Shirt | Night Sky Parrot Art

Barn Owl Illustration T-Shirt | Watercolor Owl Art, Nature Wildlife Tee

Barn Owl Portrait T-shirt | Watercolor Wildlife Art, Rustic Nature Tee

Raven Howling at Moon T-Shirt | Gothic Crow Night Sky

Goldfinch Artwork Printed from Original Painting by Wisconsin Artist; T-shirt | Yellow Bird Art Print

Blue Heron Artwork T-Shirt: Whimsical Coastal Nature Bird Art Tee

Blue-Beaked Raven portrait T-shirt | Crow art on orange square

Barn Owl Printed From Original Artwork by Santa Fe Artist; T-shirt | Hand-Painted Wildlife Art

Woodpecker Pop Art T-shirt | Colorful Bird Illustration, Blue Dot Background

Sandhill Crane Portrait T-Shirt | Wisconsin Artist Painting, Blue Background Tee

Pelican Portrait T-Shirt | Coastal Bird Artwork, Gold Dot Background, Wisconsin Artist Tee

Brunch in Chicago; Close-Up T-shirt | Print of Original Artwork Tee

Parrot Portrait T-Shirt | Tropical Bird Art Tee, Hand-Painted Style

Floral Bird T-Shirt | Folk Art Songbird Illustration, Garment-Dyed Cotton Tee

Blue Hummingbird Line Art T-Shirt | Abstract Background; Printed from Original Painting by Wisconsin Artist

Blue Heron Original Painting by Wisconsin Artist; T-shirt | Painted Egret Art Print

Whimsical Donkey Portrait T-shirt | Swirl Background, Folk Art Animal Tee

Day of the Dead Floral Daydream Painting T-Shirt | Folk Art Women in Garden

Van Gogh Inspired Sunburst Portrait with Cats T-Shirt | Whimsical Sun Art, Girl Holding Cat

Wildflower Meadow of Ukraine; Sunburst Waves T-Shirt | Colorful Abstract Sun and Patterned Hills

Seagull Flock T-Shirt | Painterly Ocean Birds Artwork, Lake Superior Artist Painting

Barn Owl Illustration T-Shirt | Whimsical Patterned Night Bird Art

Wisconsin Badger Illustration T-Shirt | Wild Animal Portrait, Red Background

Colorful Hummingbird Paisley T-shirt | Floral Bird Art Tee

Whimsical Swirl Tree T-Shirt | Colorful Abstract Tree Art

Vibrant Hummingbird Illustration T-Shirt | Green Paisley Background

Resist Frog Illustration T-Shirt | Colorful Protest Art

Original Handpainted Artwork: Portrait Inspired by Gustav Klimt, Wisconsin Artist

Hummingbird Emerging from Skypocket Floral Painting, Spring Colors Artwork

Announcement

Reviews

About ColorBySusan

Shop policies

Returns & exchanges

More information

Frequently asked questions

Are your paintings actually painted by you or are they outsourced?

Custom and personalized orders

Gift wrapping and packaging

Seller details