Lynn Shanks

This piece explores the physical and psychological obstacles we face in life, specifically related to (but certainly not limited to) chronic illness.

“Interference”
12x12 acrylic on MDF

#acrylicpainting

“Blind Spots”
12x12 inch acrylic on MDF board

My most recent painting, “Blind Spots” represents the visual, mental, and physical barriers that can result from Lyme disease and other chronic illnesses.

#acrylicpainting #chronicillness #lymedisease

Much of my work in 2026 will focus on chronic Lyme disease.
I haven’t yet decided on a title for this one.

#oilpainting #figurativeart #lymedisease

Newest painting in progress. A tiny blue jay, 6x6 inches, oil on panel.

#bluejays #oilpainting #birdart #smallworks #birds #bluejay

What is happening in this country? People kidnapped on the streets solely because of the color of their skin? If you agree with this policy, YOU, not the people you so wrongly fear, are the threat to this nation.

Stop the insanity. Embrace humanity.

Image: My painting, “I Am Harmless”

#stopice

I haven’t had much time to paint this new year, but I’ve managed to start this anniversary gift for a special couple. Paradise Bay on Lake George, oil on canvas, 16x20. A few more layers and it should be ready. Hoping next week I’ll get more studio time. 🤞🏼
#oilpainting #lakegeorge #landscapepainting

Hero’s portrait is finished. I didn’t know him, but I know he was loved immensely by his people and that they are devastated by this loss. This gift won’t lessen the pain, but hopefully it helps preserve the memories of their time together.

#acrylicpainting #petportrait #portraitpainting

The ethereal loon, babies on board.
5.5 x 11.5 oil on paper

#loon #oilpainting #birdpainting #birds #adirondackartist

Memorial pet portrait in the works. A little more detail work and it will be ready to go home.

#acrylicpainting #dogs #petportrait

My most recent landscape, painted in oils. It seemed like the right time for a snowy theme, so I chose an early winter view of New York’s Adirondack High Peaks, from Adirondack Loj Road. I’m so fortunate to live where I do!

#adirondacks #oilpainting #adirondackmountains #snow #landscapepainting

Portrait practice today! My grandson, oil on paper.
#oilpainting #artwork #art

Fresh off the easel. Cedar Waxwing, 12x12” oil on panel. Reference photo thanks to Tamara Berman Ishee.

#oilpainting #birds #cedarwaxwing #artwork #art

Today’s work in progress…

#acrylicpainting #rabbits #bunnies #wip

Thank you!

I just love the New England countryside.

#acrylicpainting #vermont #art #artwork

My latest little chickadee. 6x6 acrylic on board.

#acrylicpainting #art #artwork #birds #chickadee

Three little birds in watercolor and ink.

#artwork #art #watercolor #watercolorpainting #watercolorandink #birds #birdpaintings

Goggles
Two-year-old Charlie is a big fan of goggles and doesn’t save them for special occasions (like swimming). This portrait represents his personality so well - spirited, joyful, uninhibited. He’s a funny little guy.

#acrylicpainting #portrait #art #children #goggles

I was inspired by the beautiful marshes in Saco, Maine.
Acrylic on canvas.
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#acrylicpainting #art #maine #clouds #marsh

Thank you!

My latest. I took a different approach with this painting and kinda like how it turned out.

#acrylicpainting #ibis #waterbirds #art

Puffin on the Rocks
10x8 oil on canvas

#art #oilpainting #puffins #puffin #seabirds

A little puffin in watercolor and ink today.
#watercolorandink #puffins #watercolor #art #worksonpaper

Big work in progress. 36”x48”
Lake George in NY State’s Adirondack Park.

#acrylicpainting #art #lakegeorge #adirondacks #landscapepainting

I’m making progress on this muddy little sweetheart.

#acrylicpainting #art #artwork #workinprogress

Sharing my latest work in progress. She’ll be the next in my What About the Children series.
#acrylicpainting #acrylicpaintings #art #artwork #originalart #workinprogress

Which of these two do you like better? I painted two versions of a storm off the coast of Puerto Rico. Curious which people prefer.
1. Minimal and calm
2. Heavily layered and intense

#acrylicpainting #seascape #art #puertorico

Couldn’t waste the oil paints still on the palette after yesterday’s alla prima session, so I did this one of Cap de la Nau on Spain’s Mediterranean coast. Now I have paint left over from this session. To be continued…

#oilpainting #allaprima #art #landscapepainting #spain

A little alla prima practice today. Lemons, 8x10 oils on canvas panel.

#oilpainting #stilllife #lemons #art #allaprima

“Lexie Grace” went to her new home yesterday. This commissioned work was a big hit with the couple that received it.

#acrylicpainting #acrylicpaintings #petportrait #petportraits #art #dogs #commissionedartwork