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VP Animal Portrait Artist

Victoria Palacio

vpanimalportraitartist@gmail.com

(510) 697-5426

Carbon Sketching

Pet Portrait Specialist

I create customized artwork from a photo to capture a unique lasting memory.

Customized work starts at $500 and up, 50% deposit is required at the time of ordering.

You can contact me by phone or email.

Watercolor/embroidery on canvas fabric
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#nvfineart

Watercolor/embroidery on canvas fabric
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#nvfineart

I picked up these lovely flowers at Traders Joe’s. They were an inspiration to create this art piece. Guess what? I made a pair. You can find these pieces at the #rtiashow26 in Reno, NV September 17-20,2026.

I picked up these lovely flowers at Traders Joe’s. They were an inspiration to create this art piece. Guess what? I made a pair. You can find these pieces at the #rtiashow26 in Reno, NV September 17-20,2026.

Finishing another watercolor/ embroidery on canvas unbleached fabric
Getting ready for RTIA Art Show 2026
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Finishing another watercolor/ embroidery on canvas unbleached fabric
Getting ready for RTIA Art Show 2026
#rtiashow26
#vpanimalportraitartist

This photo inspired to start this project. Watercolor/Embroidery on canvas in bleached fabric.
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This photo inspired to start this project. Watercolor/Embroidery on canvas in bleached fabric.
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A quick rough sketch. This little dog showed up Nevada Fine Arts Museum while I was teaching a class. I couldn’t resist taking a photo. What do you think? #vpanimalportraitartist #tmccepic #nevadafinearts

A quick rough sketch. This little dog showed up Nevada Fine Arts Museum while I was teaching a class. I couldn’t resist taking a photo. What do you think? #vpanimalportraitartist #tmccepic #nevadafinearts

TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV, invites you to enroll in a beginner’s animal drawing course, taking place from July 15 to August 5, 2026.
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TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV, invites you to enroll in a beginner’s animal drawing course, taking place from July 15 to August 5, 2026.
#vpanimalportraitartist
#tmccepic
#thingstodoinreno

TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV, invites you to enroll in a beginner's animal drawing course, taking place from July 15 to August 5, 2026.
#vpanimalportraitartist
#tmccepic
#thingstodoinreno

TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV, invites you to enroll in a beginner's animal drawing course, taking place from July 15 to August 5, 2026.
#vpanimalportraitartist
#tmccepic
#thingstodoinreno

I have some classes coming up at Nevada Fine Arts Store in Reno, NV., in the month of May

I have some classes coming up at Nevada Fine Arts Store in Reno, NV., in the month of May

Just started this watercolor/embroidery project yesterday. I’m hoping to be done by Monday.

Just started this watercolor/embroidery project yesterday. I’m hoping to be done by Monday.

I am almost done creating a watercolor and embroidery artwork on a 9" x 12" duck-themed fabric canvas. What are your thoughts on the project up to this point? #vpanimalportraitartist

I am almost done creating a watercolor and embroidery artwork on a 9" x 12" duck-themed fabric canvas. What are your thoughts on the project up to this point? #vpanimalportraitartist

I am excited to teach at TMCC this Summer. Please visit www.tmcc.edu.com to enroll in the upcoming June and July classes offered at TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV.

I am excited to teach at TMCC this Summer. Please visit www.tmcc.edu.com to enroll in the upcoming June and July classes offered at TMCC EPIC, Reno, NV.

Upcoming classes for May at Nevada Fine Arts in Reno, NV, will be taught by me. You can sign up for these classes at www.nvfinearts.com.

Learn to draw people portraits and learn about watercolor/embroidery on duck canvas fabric

Upcoming classes for May at Nevada Fine Arts in Reno, NV, will be taught by me. You can sign up for these classes at www.nvfinearts.com.

Learn to draw people portraits and learn about watercolor/embroidery on duck canvas fabric

Happy Embroidery Day!

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Happy Embroidery Day!

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Introducing new classes at TMCC EPIC in Reno starting March 2nd.
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#charcoaldrawing
#TMCC

Introducing new classes at TMCC EPIC in Reno starting March 2nd.
#animalportrait
#charcoaldrawing
#TMCC

Looking forward to seeing you all at the show! Here’s the artwork I submitted.

Looking forward to seeing you all at the show! Here’s the artwork I submitted.

Looking forward to seeing all at the show! Here’s the artwork I submitted. Watercolor/Embroidery on canvas fabric.

Looking forward to seeing all at the show! Here’s the artwork I submitted. Watercolor/Embroidery on canvas fabric.

Check out my new classes at Nevada Fine Arts in Reno, NV.
www.nvfinearts.com Nov. 15 and 29th.
#vpanimalportraitartist

Check out my new classes at Nevada Fine Arts in Reno, NV.
www.nvfinearts.com Nov. 15 and 29th.
#vpanimalportraitartist

Working on a new landscape project.Watercolor/Embroidery on Canvas Fabric. Vpanimalportraitartist

Working on a new landscape project.Watercolor/Embroidery on Canvas Fabric. Vpanimalportraitartist

You can register for my class at www.nevadafinearts.com.

You can register for my class at www.nevadafinearts.com.

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Class: $125

Biography

Victoria Palacio

I am a self-taught artist and art instructor, driven by observation, curiosity, and a profound appreciation for the beauty in everyday moments. My art reflects the expressive gaze of animals, the intricate details of portraits, and the vibrant colors of nature. I utilize a variety of mediums in my work.

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Classes

If you always wanted to learn to sketch but didn't know how to start, please check out my classes at Nevada Fine Arts.

www.nvfinearts.com

Classes:

"Drawing Animals for Beginners"

"Introduction to Freehand Sketching"

"Drawing People for Beginners"

"Watercolor & Embroidery on Canvas Fabric"

"Pastel Classes for Beginners"

Upcoming Event

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