Shelby smiling and standing behind a colorful painting of Willie Nelson on a red bandana.

Meet the Artist

Shelby Etress

Shelby grew up in the Carolinas, where she always either attending a football game or drawing on her school work. She went on to graduate from the Samford University with a fine arts degree before attending UAB to receive her Masters in Art Education. While in grad school, she developed a love for painting all things quirky and colorful. After graduating, she worked as an art educator for almost 10 years but dreamed of painting full time. It wasn't until she had her fourth child that she gathered the courage to take the leap and pursue a career as a professional artist. Shelby along with her family live in Franklin, TN. She describes her style as contemporary pop art with an Americana twist, but ultimately it’s about creating art that will bring a smile to your face and joy to your home.

Shelby in blue overalls holding paintbrushes against a yellow background.
Shelby smiling, wearing blue overalls and long-sleeve shirt, with paintbrushes in hand, colorful earrings and bracelets.
Shelby smiling and wearing a light long-sleeved shirt and blue overalls. She is holding paintbrushes and wearing large decorative earrings, standing against a textured teal background.