About Me

I’m Stephanie Knudsen, an artist who came back to painting and illustration a little later in life—and I think that’s part of what makes it so meaningful to me.

Twenty-five years ago (or more), I graduated from university with a bachelor’s degree in fine art and also earned an associate degree in graphic design from my local community college. Aside from some graphic design work, I’ve mostly only had the time and opportunity to use those skills for small, practical projects. I was usually the one volunteering to create the show choir program or the school flyer advertising the next fundraiser, not exactly the kind of art or design I would selfishly choose to create for myself.

Now, after years spent building a career, raising a family, and doing all the things life asks of us, I’ve found myself wanting to create something that is entirely my own. Art has become that place again.

I have more time on my hands in the evenings, and I’ve been finding my way back to painting, illustration, and digital design. I’m drawn to color, personality, and the everyday beauty that, as the kids say, is a vibe. Hahaha. I’m so lame.

I’m still experimenting, evolving, and figuring out exactly what kind of artist I want to be. I’ve decided that’s not something I need to rush. Maybe I don’t need to label my work as one type, one category, or one style. I’m doing this for myself, after all.

Through my original paintings, digital illustrations, prints, and Cocktail Art Monthly, I hope to create art that feels fun, approachable, and worth living with—not art that takes itself too seriously. I don’t really do dystopian, emo, or angsty artwork, even if those things may occasionally go through my mind.

Whether my work reaches you through my print club or through a random print you simply decide you’d like to own, I am forever grateful for the support—and honestly, just for being noticed.

For me, this chapter is about discovering what happens when you finally give yourself permission to make something simply because you love making it.

Thanks for being here.

Steph