Custom Pencil Portraits & Fine Art Pencil Drawings
Bespoke Watercolour & Ink Commissions
I am a UK artist specialising in high-quality fine art graphite pencil drawings and portraiture. More recently, I have been developing my skills in watercolour and ink, creating paintings of homes, buildings, and meaningful places.
I am fascinated by the beauty of the world around me and passionate about capturing the character and essence of everything I create with both sensitivity and accuracy.
I take commissions for both pencil drawings and watercolour & ink paintings. I also offer a range of my artwork as prints and greeting cards, available through my Shop.
If you would like to know more about my work or you'd like to talk about a commission, please get in touch.
"I just love these cards. Repeat customer, and I'll keep coming back, highly recommend."
"Even better in real life. These cards by Kelly Barnes are incredible, lifelike and beautiful.
I will definitely be ordering more."
"Absolutely love Kelly’s art work, great prompt service - arrived on time & well packaged."
"The level of detail on these prints is mind blowing. This seller has the most amazing talent and I would definitely recommend. The quality of the print is excellent and well worth the money. Words can’t describe just how pleased I was when the print arrived. I will definitely be ordering more prints in the future."
Commission a pencil drawing as a unique and special memory or as a gift for a loved one.
My vision is to capture the essence of whatever I draw; whether that be child portraits, family portraits, pet portraits, animal portraits; or drawings of the natural world and memorable places.
I love to work with clients through the entire creative process, from choosing a photograph to use as the inspiration for the drawing, all the way through to ensuring that the finished drawing meets every hope and expectation.
"We are absolutely thrilled with our commission by Kelly. She has captured the personality and true essence of our puppy with meticulous attention to detail and fantastic communication skills throughout. I would recommend Kelly to anyone who wants quality and professionalism with a personal touch."
I am now taking commissions for watercolour & ink paintings of homes, buildings, and significant places.
These pieces are a beautiful way to capture the character and atmosphere of a place that holds special memories, and they also make thoughtful, meaningful gifts.
I love working with people to create artwork that reflects the heart of a place that is important to them — whether that’s a family home, holiday home, church, favourite coffee shop, restaurant, or business.
As with my drawing commissions, all I need is a photograph to work from as the basis for the artwork.
"A delightful way to secure the memories."