About the Artist

Shell is a painter and writer based in Central Illinois. They specialize in watercolor portraits of rock climbing holds.

In their creative practice, they are most interested in finding ways tenderly depict ordinary objects. For Shell, writing and image-making are ways to metabolize experience and share it with others. They want to convey how it felt.

They write a monthly-ish newsletter called Risotto Tuesday. Each edition features a risotto recipe along with thoughts on art, culture, and creativity.

They love carbs.