Laurie Shanholtzer

Artwork for kids and their grownups

I LOVE TO DRAW!! I can never remember a time in my life when I wasn't covered in pastel dust.
My career was commissioned pastel portraits. Now I am pursuing my first love; painting pictures for and about children. Also paintings that tell a story capturing a memory or wistful feeling.
A third generation artist, family members include my grandfather, the nationally recognized muralist, Vincent Maragliotti, (example: Philadelphia capitol dome), Aunt Iris Guarducci, a Pulitzer prize winner in portraits and my mother, Gina Tetzlaff, a prominent New York dress designer and portraitist.
Originally from Bronxville, New York, I am now a resident of Huntington, West Virginia. I established the first portrait and pastel classes at the Huntington Museum of Art where I taught more than 10 years. I am former President of the Tri State Arts Association ( 3 times). I presented extensive lectures and workshops include the Armand Hamer Collection, area school workshops for students and teachers, and various civic groups. I have been juror for numerous exhibitions including the Kentucky state Arts Festival, The Jackson Ohio arts Exhibition among others.

Member of
American Society of Portrait Artists
The New York Society of Portrait Artists
& Tri State Arts Associationx

Please come and visit my shop!
- Laurie Shanholtzer - 'Art for Kids and Their Grownups'
https://www.etsy.com/shop/LaurieShanholtzer

On my website and on my Facebook page, I show art I am working on currently, offer contests and specials, ask for advice and just love to chat with visitors

I have a website right here: http://laurieshanholtzer.weebly.com/
Facebook is here: https://www.facebook.com/LJShanholtzer