PawsnReflect Studio: Watercolor Portraiture
Welcome! My name is Sue, and I have been creating watercolor animal portraits for almost 20 years. I am a graduate of the Medical Illustration program at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I received my MS in 2002. My undergraduate studies were at the University of Connecticut, where I received my BFA in Illustration. My work over the years has encompassed everything from illustrating children's books, to entomological field guides, to anatomy books to logo design, interactive educational materials, watercolor portraiture, med-legal work and pharmaceutical illustration. I currently work full-time as a medical illustrator in addition to painting.
Portrait work is one of my first true loves as an artist. I believe that portrait painting isn't just about capturing correct colors, or how the light catches an animal's eye.. it's about the soul within. My work involves many hours of layering paint with a dry-brush technique to create a unique effect that is often mistaken for acrylics or oils. I use high quality paints that will stay vibrant for years to come, and paint on archival-quality, acid free watercolor paper from France.
I am always happy to accommodate special requests, and look forward to hearing from you.
