Barb Duvall is an artist who fervently believes animals are connected to the universe in ways humans barely comprehend. Her journey as an artist is deeply intertwined with her profound love of all creatures as beings of immense beauty and truth. Her declaration that her dogs have taught her unconditional love, and many other valuable truths, encapsulates the source of her artistic vision. Barb believes the bonds we form with our pets are transformative and spiritual.

Barb combines digital artwork, with traditional mediums, such as acrylic and ink, to create artworks that merge realism and fantasy. Using bold lines, unexpected patterns, and vibrant colors she portrays animal and human personalities in a way that elevates them beyond mere representations. Her style is colorful, unique, and imaginative. Her distinctive work, typically infused onto metal, collaged, or painted of various media, has won recognition locally and online. She has shown work in international and national juried shows, and in San Francisco galleries. Barb was commissioned to do a city public art project, (park bench in front of city hall) and her work was featured on City of Benicia art walks posters and other media. An active leader in her art community, Barb is a retired classroom teacher who continues to teach art to children as a volunteer for community arts organizations. She also does pet portraits for a non-profit that supports dog shelters.

Website: barbara-duvall.squarespace.com

Email: barbdvll@gmail.com