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Annie on Feb 3, 2021
5 out of 5 starsTaryn was able to create a beautiful image out of several photos that I sent her - we all love it!
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Chelsea on Jan 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsGift for my mom who lost her wheaten. She loves that she can carry him around with her now. Thanks so much!
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chloemarielle on Jan 5, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis is my 5th purchase from SkipperBay! I am always amazed by her talent and ability to capture personality and emotion so well in her paintings! She was able to combine two pictures to create the perfect painting. This was a gift for my cousin and she cried when she opened it! My cousin mentioned that she's had paintings done of her pup before and none captured her as well as Taryn's rendition. Not only is her work perfect, she ships so quickly! She was even kind enough to cover for my mistake of entering the wrong zip code. I'll be a customer for life!
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Katherine on Jan 4, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis was the perfect gift for my sister, it turned out great! Thanks so much!
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Jen on Dec 30, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI LOVE the custom pet portrait necklace I ordered. I purchased this for a friend for her birthday, and she loved it as well. Not only was the necklace entirely accurate, but Tayrn was able to deliver it before her birthday, which was in the middle of the December holiday season. Excellent customer service, well made and promptly shipped.
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Madeline on Dec 28, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThere is an argument in my giftee's family over who gets this and I think that's the best compliment!
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Sarah on Nov 28, 2020
5 out of 5 starsOh. my. goodness. I couldn't have dreamed for a better end product. I ordered a painting as a closing gift for my clients and Taryn did such a fantastic job of really personalizing the scene! It was more magical than I could have ever imagined. I am so in love with it!!
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Catherine on Nov 4, 2020
5 out of 5 starsStunning pieces by this incredibly talented artist!
My friend loved her one of a kind, piece of art for her birthday recently and I know my other 2 friends will love their gifts at Christmas!
Gift presentation is very attractive and professional.
A+ Etsy artist and shop -
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Julia on Sep 30, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThe product was absolutely beautiful and got to us so fast! Thank you so much!
About SkipperBay
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My work desk- always a work in progress!
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Almost every piece is painted with these very paints and that tiny brush... and under the influence of dark chocolate.
Love of painting + active toddlers = watercolor mini-art!
I started with finger paints as a toddler, and have loved to paint and create ever since. Now that I have toddlers of my own, it's tricky--if not impossible--to finish any major art projects. But like any of life's challenges, this one brought new opportunities. I had to find a medium that I could work with for 5 minutes here and there between the needs of my children--something that wouldn't be ruined if I let the paints dry out, and that would easily wash off of curious little hands, or off of floors when I let them paint with mommy. I found the perfect medium for this new phase, and my love for watercolors was born and nurtured. Miniature art was the next obvious choice for me; I could start and finish a project during a rare and precious time they call "nap".
I love every single one of my creations, and sometimes I even give them a little silent (OK, out loud) sendoff, wishing them well on their journey to their new state or country. I hope you love them as much as I do, and if you don't see your favorite, I will be happy to paint it for you.
Shop members
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Taryn Skipper
Owner
Hello! I'm Taryn Skipper, of Skipper Bay and Skipper Books. I'm a mom of two amazing young children, and I love to travel, paint, write, geocache, and learn languages, to start!
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I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Digital downloads
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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Care instructions
Watercolor Jewelry set under glass:
-My watercolor jewelry is splash/rain-resistant but should be dried immediately to prevent possible water damage to the miniature painting.
-Do not leave pieces flat in direct sunlight for several hours as the glass can work as a magnifier for heat and cause damage to the painting. Wearing the jewelry on a sunny day is totally fine!
For original mini or full-sized watercolor paintings:
-Remove paintings from frames before cleaning the frame to avoid water seeping onto the painting, or clean frames with a dry cloth
-I use light-fast paints and archival paper, but if a painting will be hung where it will receive direct sunlight on a regular basis, UV-blocking glass is recommended.