Stories Behind the Art
“Every painting has a story waiting to be told. Here you’ll discover the inspiration, adventures, hidden details, and personal moments behind my paintings—from iconic Sedona landscapes to journeys throughout the Southwest. I hope these stories help you see each painting through my eyes and deepen your connection to the art.”
Fleetwood’s on Front Street – Charitable Art Auction for Lahaina’s Wildfire Victims
Fleetwood’s on Front Street - Charitable Art Auction for Lahaina's Wildfire Victims As an artist deeply committed to giving back to those in need, I wanted to share the creation of my painting, Fleetwood’s on Front Street. This piece holds special meaning, as it was...
My Story
My story My story is this. I grew up in Edison, N.J., in the '50s & '60s. My mother did some of everything for income, from being the 1st woman school bus driver in N.J. to selling real estate. My dad, Kip Sheppard, was a freelance commercial artist working in his...
Artistic License
Artistic License What’s an Artistic License, you ask? No, it’s not something you get at the DMV—though, in my case, it might have saved a few traffic tickets. In 2003, I was awarded this whimsical yet deeply meaningful certificate from the International Academy of...