Shiny Penny Shop by shinypennyshop on Etsy

I've been drawing, painting and working with paper since childhood, but didn't start focusing on a creative life until my daughter asked me a question. I had made her a pendant with a watercolor portrait of her little Havanese dog, Henry. She loved it! And she said, "Why don't you open an Etsy shop and sell these?" So I did! And now I've quit my day job to do what I love full time.

My goal is to create affordable, one-of-a-kind works of art for you to enjoy, whether they're pen and ink, watercolor, monoprint, linoprint, collage, origami, or other decorative arts. I also offer handmade items using your photos or mine, as well as vintage images.

I work on whatever level surface is available in our little bungalow in the historic district of a small gold rush town in northern California. Inspiration is all around me, including the American River Parkway where I take daily walks, and the old main street with buildings dating to 1865. When I'm not creating, I enjoy time with my husband, kids, and grandkids; traveling; writing; reading; and learning.

My specialty is custom work, whether it's creating a portrait of your pet, painting a unique gift for a friend (maybe incorporating a hobby such as knitting, snorkeling, travel?), or any other item or subject that tickles your fancy. Please contact me with any questions - I would love to translate your ideas into lasting keepsakes!

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renee beaulieu on May 20, 2019

renee beaulieuMay 20, 2019

5 out of 5 stars

This is my little white gladiator, 12-year-old Iggy (Iggamus Maximus Desimus Aurealius) channeling Russell Crowe from Gladiator. This isn’t the first portrait Kathleen has painted for me, and it won’t be the last. If you want something living, breathing and considerately from-the-heart, commission with her. It brings true peace to me and fills me up with happiness every time I look at art done by Kathleen- no matter how much time goes by, it never wears off! Thank you, for such a beautiful and stoic rendering of Iggy. ♥️

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5 out of 5 stars

This is my little white gladiator, 12-year-old Iggy (Iggamus Maximus Desimus Aurealius) channeling Russell Crowe from Gladiator. This isn’t the first portrait Kathleen has painted for me, and it won’t be the last. If you want something living, breathing and considerately from-the-heart, commission with her. It brings true peace to me and fills me up with happiness every time I look at art done by Kathleen- no matter how much time goes by, it never wears off! Thank you, for such a beautiful and stoic rendering of Iggy. ♥️

Custom Order for Renee

Custom Order for Renee
Clifton Hensley on Nov 25, 2018

Clifton HensleyNov 25, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

GLORIOUS

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine

5 out of 5 stars

GLORIOUS

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine
smgrijalva on Apr 17, 2018

smgrijalvaApr 17, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Kathleen did an amazing job. She is very helpful, and will go out of her way to make sure the job is done right. I highly recommend her business.

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine

5 out of 5 stars

Kathleen did an amazing job. She is very helpful, and will go out of her way to make sure the job is done right. I highly recommend her business.

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine

Custom Pet Portraits - watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend(s) set in whatever environment you imagine
renee beaulieu on Mar 27, 2018

renee beaulieuMar 27, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Saying Kathleen is “talented” is so not enough! She brought my cat Ozzy (aka The Sultan) back to life and worked with me to make sure his spirit will always be alive and just as he’d like to be portrayed! I told her that I think she and Ozzy knew each other in another life and I believe it! Her work is very special and I’m honored to have this up on my wall. Thank you, thank you! 💙💙💙

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!

5 out of 5 stars

Saying Kathleen is “talented” is so not enough! She brought my cat Ozzy (aka The Sultan) back to life and worked with me to make sure his spirit will always be alive and just as he’d like to be portrayed! I told her that I think she and Ozzy knew each other in another life and I believe it! Her work is very special and I’m honored to have this up on my wall. Thank you, thank you! 💙💙💙

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!
Hazel65 on Feb 27, 2018

Hazel65Feb 27, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Kathleen is such a talented artist! She created this beautiful portrait of my mother-in-law’s dog and it was the best Christmas gift!! She is incredible at not only recreating the pet’s appearance but also capturing their personality in her artwork. A pleasure to work and very quick delivery too! Thank you!!!!

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!

5 out of 5 stars

Kathleen is such a talented artist! She created this beautiful portrait of my mother-in-law’s dog and it was the best Christmas gift!! She is incredible at not only recreating the pet’s appearance but also capturing their personality in her artwork. A pleasure to work and very quick delivery too! Thank you!!!!

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!

Custom Pet Portrait - matted watercolor sketch of your favorite furry friend!

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