THE ARTIST

Hey guys, I'm Shelly, the girl behind Wild Forest Dog. I'm an illustrator drawn to the style of storybooks, children's literature, and timeless illustrations like Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit, or J.R.R. Tolkein's illustrations from The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. I'm also quite fond of drawing plants and landscapes - which may be another reason I love Tolkien and Potter's work. My work mostly reflects a whimsical storybook feel, and I tend to draw scenes from imagined fantasy world's and myths.

I would consider myself a mixed-media artist, as I can't seem to settle on one medium (what's wrong with that, right?). I use mostly watercolor and ink in my illustrations, but I'm quite prone to throwing in some colored pencil, gouache, paint pens, and as of late copic markers (they're addicting, protect yourself!).

I have a formal education in art, photography, and film, and began my adventure as an illustrator full-time in 2015. It wasn't until I tried watercolor again (after despising it in college) that I really found my passion for art again. (You can read my "once upon a time" for a mini-biography).

I am currently working on a fairytale series, sea monster series, and growing my portfolio in hopes of illustrating a children's book in the future. 

If you are interested in licensing a piece or commissioning me privately or commercially please send me a note and we'll chat.