Shannon (Richards) Nelson is a self taught professional artist born in Cadillac, Michigan in 1977.   For over 15 years, she has been creating a variety of custom order for folks anywhere.  She has won numerous top place awards as well as two of her first place pieces on display in her hometown, Cadillac City Hall. 
       Shannon has a passion for adventure and creativity.  Inspired by the Nature the Great Lake State possesses,  she is able to let her talent unfold.  She captures these magnificent views on paper, canvas, & rocks (anything that doesn't walk).

       A freelance artist, Shannon creates portraits in multi-media whether it is graphite, chalk, acrylic, or oils for people who appreciate her talent and originality of a unique gift.  Designing logos, painting murals, and developing illustrations are  of many other forms of custom artwork she does.  She takes on any medium and masters it with ease like wood carving, sculpting, painting on feathers, and airbrushing. Shannon is truly gifted.

        Her future goals are to illustrate more children's books and challenge deeper art ideas within to develop new art concepts.  Currently, she has been having fun with bottle slumping, which includes Spirit Bottles, Wine Bottle Platters, and decorative Wine Bottle Bowls. 
        Shannon shares two beautiful children with husband, Maurice. Her hobbies include time with her family such as riding bikes, camping, tubing, gardening, and travel which inspires creativity and refreshment. 

          Please feel free to contact Shannon if you are interested in anything or might have a question on an idea you'd like to pursue.  shannon@trendyartist.com
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