Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together

From character designs to murals, I bring stories to life through watercolor, hand lettering, and illustration. Whether you need a logo with personality, a portrait that captures emotion, or a custom comic that tells your story, I create art that’s uniquely yours—never cookie-cutter, always heartfelt.

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Commissions Built on Collaboration & Creativity

When you commission work from me, you’re getting a lifetime of inspiration and over a decade of work in the arts. From our first conversation to final delivery, I’ll work closely with you to hone your idea and bring your vision to life.

Whether you’re looking for character designs, a logo with that handmade touch, or a special moment captured in a painting, I’m here to create art that feels authentic to you.

What I Can Create For You

I specialize in creating dreamy, expressive artwork that tells a story and invites the viewer into the scene.

With over 10 years of professional experience, I’ll work closely with you to bring your vision to life, whether it’s a character for your novel, a hand-lettered logo for your business, a portrait of someone you love, or a custom piece that’s entirely unique to you.

Here are some of the projects I have experience with:

  • Custom Lettering
  • Semi-Realistic Portraits
  • Logo Design
  • Character Design
  • Wedding Invitations & Calligraphy
  • Tattoo Design

Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing varies based on complexity, size, and type of commission. After you submit the form, I’ll provide a custom quote based on your specific needs.

Typical turnaround is 4-6 weeks from concept approval to delivery, but this varies by project complexity. Rush options may be available—just let me know your timeline in the form

That’s completely normal! I’ll work with you to clarify your vision through conversation, mood boards, and sketches. Part of the fun is discovering what you want together

Most commission packages include 2-3 rounds of revisions. We’ll discuss this during our initial conversation to make sure you’re comfortable with the process.

Just fill out the form with as much detail as you can. Reference images, inspiration examples, or even vague ideas are all helpful. We’ll figure out the rest together.

Absolutely! While I’m based in Chicago, I work with clients worldwide for character design, logos, portraits, comics, and custom artwork.

For digital work (characters, logos), you’ll receive high-resolution files in multiple formats (PNG, JPG, PDF, and source files when applicable). For physical work (portraits, custom paintings), you’ll receive the original artwork shipped securely.

Shelby Abrahamsen

Foxsy Co-Founder

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Giving in to Irresponsible Art

Hi, I’m Shelby. I used to be that kid who couldn’t put down a crayon, drawing on everything including my homework (sorry, teachers). But somewhere along the way, I let fear and doubt convince me that art was “childish” and “irresponsible.” So I did what so many of us do – I abandoned the thing that made me feel most alive.

For years, I told myself creativity was a waste of time while quietly dying inside. I convinced myself that being “productive” meant killing the part of me that needed to create. But here’s what I discovered after years of creative starvation: art isn’t frivolous – it’s essential to who we are as humans.

Now, as a full-time artist, I’m here to tell you that the voice saying you’re “not artistic enough” or “too old to start” is lying to you. Everyone has that creative spark – yes, even you. Sometimes it just takes the right tools and a little permission to let yourself be “irresponsibly” creative again.

That’s exactly what I’m here to help you do.

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