PoppyfishStudio

Cards, prints and jewelry from Natasha's original art.

Lemon Grove, California 23 Sales On Etsy since 2009

5 out of 5 stars (13)

PoppyfishStudio

Cards, prints and jewelry from Natasha's original art.

Lemon Grove, California | 23 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (13)

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Announcement    Welcome to Poppyfish Studio! I am Natasha Papousek and this is where I share my mixed media paintings which I turn into prints, cards and jewelry. Come on in, browse around and enjoy! If you want something made especially for you, let me know and we'll work together!

A portion of all sales goes towards Making Strides, a fund through the American Cancer Society dedicated to research better treatment methods and a cure for breast cancer.

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Last updated on Nov 29, 2019

Welcome to Poppyfish Studio! I am Natasha Papousek and this is where I share my mixed media paintings which I turn into prints, cards and jewelry. Come on in, browse around and enjoy! If you want something made especially for you, let me know and we'll work together!

A portion of all sales goes towards Making Strides, a fund through the American Cancer Society dedicated to research better treatment methods and a cure for breast cancer.

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About PoppyfishStudio

Sales 23
On Etsy since 2009
  • Natasha doing plein air collage.
  • Natasha at the San Diego County Fair, demonstrating her collage process.
  • A sweet pup that just wants to play.
  • A custom order that incorporated bible verses and other items important to the story of Miss Camie.
  • A portrait of Miss Java, that incorporates paper made from her fur as well as bits of maps and music.

Once Upon a Time

A few years ago, one of my dear friends lost her beloved dog. She was so sad about the loss of her sweet Pepper and it broke my heart to see her grieve.

I was moved to paint a portrait of Pepper, but since I had no formal art training, I was worried that it would look stupid and she would hate it and be even more sad. But then I came to the conclusion that I had to share the painting with her because it might help her with her grief the way the beautiful photo of my mother taken by one of her friends helps me with mine.

Although I had been dabbling in mixed media for a few years, I had difficulty making the vision in my head a reality on canvas. I went through several drafts. I struggled with capturing the highlights on her fur and the expression in her eyes. But finally I created a painting that I felt good about giving.

There were tears and hugs and happy memories; it was a celebration the love she shared with her dog. I knew then that painting pet portraits was a gift I needed to share with others.

Life is both difficult and easy, ugly and beautiful. When we get stuck in the pain, seeing the beauty, wonder, and love all around us brings us back to joy. It is deeply satisfying to bring joy and delight to pet lovers all over the world with my art.

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  • Natasha Papousek

    Owner, Creator

    I love to mix materials and techniques to create personalized portraits of pets.

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