Hi, I'm Haley and I'm enthralled and humbled to be your chosen artist. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, I've spent a solid portion of my adulthood living the gypsy life state to state with my husband and hounds, spreading dad jokes along the way. My enthusiasm for animals and art stemmed from a childhood spent periodically on a ranch (unsupervised, but hey it was the 90's), and from absconding my parents at the Woodland Park Zoo (the nocturnal house waits for nobody). I started my artistic journey as soon as I could hold a pencil, yet pursued it solely as a hobby with no real intention of sharing it with others, let alone take on the reverence of helping strangers celebrate or memorialize a family member (no pressure). I eventually gained some confidence after selling portraits for $20 a pop, and here we are!

I consider both my black and white and colorful pieces a blend of detailed vintage style realism with a familiar informal charm, each capturing my subject's unique and individual personalities in their own way. My style continues to grow and evolve, and I thank you for joining me on this journey.

Fun and useless facts: Along with being a professional artist, I also have a certification in veterinary assisting, owned the largest pet care business in Bellingham Washington, worked as a wildlife rehabilitation tech, and have smuggled street dogs into every international hostel I've stayed in. I love brass things, I love tattoos, I love free food, I love curse words, and I f*cking love you for being here.