She is a self-taught artist who learned to paint in between raising two children and managing a household, with her husband Roland. Her paintings have shown in local art shows , businesses and Galleries . Working mostly in acrylic, Brenda conveys her love of bold colors . She paints human portraits as well as animals subjects from photographs. Brenda finds her inspiration through the generous photographers who give freely of the photos for use to the painting artists . She utilizes painting as a tool for self-discovery and relaxation. To commission a painting from Brenda please email her directly for tips on how to take the best photos for reference and pricing .