Illustrator | Photographer
Meet Shelby Renee
Hey there! I’m an East Texas-based multimedia artist with a true passion for what I do. As a visual artist, I’ve honed my skills across a variety of mediums—from commercial photography to gouache painting—creating work that blends whimsy with technical precision.
When it comes to my illustrations, I gravitate toward a style that evokes wonder and excitement. A few years ago, I discovered a love for painting without blending. While I still have the ability to blend, I’ve embraced the challenge of using shapes and colors to create depth and texture, leading to my signature gouache style.
On the photography side, my work tends to be more technical and commercial. I enjoy capturing products with accuracy and beauty, but I’m also drawn to artistic portraiture, where I can explore creative expression through human form.
No matter the medium, I’m always eager to learn and experiment. But at the heart of it all, my mission is to share my love for art and help others through my creative work.
When it comes to my illustrations, I gravitate toward a style that evokes wonder and excitement. A few years ago, I discovered a love for painting without blending. While I still have the ability to blend, I’ve embraced the challenge of using shapes and colors to create depth and texture, leading to my signature gouache style.
On the photography side, my work tends to be more technical and commercial. I enjoy capturing products with accuracy and beauty, but I’m also drawn to artistic portraiture, where I can explore creative expression through human form.
No matter the medium, I’m always eager to learn and experiment. But at the heart of it all, my mission is to share my love for art and help others through my creative work.
Awards
- Winner - SIGMA Photo 60th Anniversary Photography Competition
- Illustrator of the Year - John Brown University 2024 - 2025
- 1st place in Fine Art - John Brown University Student Works Show 2025
- 3rd place in Photography - John Brown University Student Works Show 2025
- Merit Award - iJungle Illustration Awards 2025
- Illustrator of the Year - John Brown University 2023 - 2024
- 1st place in Illustration - John Brown University Student Works Show 2024
- 2nd place in Illustration - John Brown University Student Works Show 2023
- 3rd place in Illustration - John Brown University Student Works Show 2023
- 3rd place in Fine Art - John Brown University Student Works Show 2023- Best in Show - John Brown University Student Works Show 2022
- 2nd place in Photography - John Brown University Student Works Show 2022
- State Champion - UIL Texas Costume Design 2019
- State Advancer - Visual Arts Scholastic Event 2019
- Best in Show - Dogwood Music and Arts Festival Art Competition 2019