SHIRLEY SAKATANI Fine Art

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RAW – UNAPOLOGETIC – VIBRANT – EMOTIONAL

ARTIST RANGE OF WORK

pet portraits  |  koi  |  hydrangeas  |  florals  |  landscapes  |  workshops & parties  |  shop

TEACHING

All materials will be supplied, but you can bring your own if you feel comfortable. There will be drinks and a small snack, but feel free to bring your own. You can view the art gallery for inspiration and ask any questions on techniques.

PAINTINGS

Koi  |  Flowers  |  Japanese History  |  Pet Portraits  |  Commissions

SHOP

Custom Shirley Sakatani art on tiles, masks, magnets, prints, gift cards, and special order purses, pillows.

Aside from her large canvas work, Shirley also paints custom pet portraits in oil. These realistic, heartwarming portraits have strengthened both her oil and acrylic painting technique allowing the multiple layers to glow from underneath.

 

“Everyday I discover more and more beautiful things. It’s enough to drive one mad. I have such a desire to do everything, my head is bursting with it.” Claude Monet

  • Testimonials

    "Shirley Sakatani is an amazing artist and instructor. I love the flow of her colors and the spontaneity of brushstrokes on her florals and Koi fish. In contrast, the fine work she achieves on her pet portraits is precise and captures the personality as well as fur textures of each animal commission she accepts. I admire her commitment to her creative voice."

    - Denise, Nova Scotia, Canada

  • Testimonials

    "I was lucky enough to buy one of her koi works and I proudly display it front and center in my living room. Shirley is not only an incredibly gifted artist but one of the sweetest people I have ever met.” 

    - Angela, Kingston WA

  • Testimonials

    “Every time I think I won’t buy another one of your paintings, you come up with another one I can’t resist.  I am constantly surprised by the variety of style as well.  The painting “Furoshiki Style” which was very different in style is one of my favorites."

    - Kathy, Bremerton, WA

  • Testimonials

    "I first saw Shirley's work about 15 years ago when she displayed several pieces at the library. They were so beautiful that I purchased 'Two Koi' which still hangs in my house. Several years later, when she painted our dog, she captured his personality perfectly."

    - Donna, Silverdale, WA

  • Testimonials

    "I have several of Shirley's art pieces ranging from koi to blossoms, and I must say they get complimented all the time. Thank you Shirley for enriching our lives."

    - Alan, Whittier, CA

  • Testimonials

    "She takes something that looks so detailed and complicated and walks you through it step-by-step and the end results are always amazing! I couldn't do it without her."

    - Nicole, Bremerton, WA

  • Testimonials

    "I've known Shirley for over 25 years and her unfolding artistic talent continues to amaze me! Like her own spunk and zest for life, her art is beautifully rich, colorful and wonderfully bold."

    - Debbie , Waco, TX

Shirley Sakatani’s recent artwork embodies fast pouring, wiping, splattering, spraying and bold strokes. A graduate from California State University with a bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, Shirley has been funneling life’s twists and turns into her art, using her love for colors, movement and composition to create large, sometimes exploding, florals and abstract koi paintings on canvas. Her latest abstracts depict symbolic stories from her childhood and family history.

 

Born and raised in So California, Shirley was surrounded by many creative geniuses. Her grandfather was a well-known landscaper, creating beautiful koi ponds and Japanese lanterns. Her father “Bacon” is an avid photographer, gardener and a patented inventor and is renowned for his input in preserving the Japanese American Internment Camp history, artifacts and reunions. Shirley’s mom Ailene designed unique Halloween costumes and matching outfits for her and her sisters. She also is an amazing cook.

 

Aside from her large canvas work, Shirley also paints custom pet portraits in oil. These realistic, heartwarming portraits have strengthened both her oil and acrylic painting technique allowing the multiple layers to glow from underneath.

 

It has been a remarkable journey for Shirley as she continues to reform herself and find growth through her art. Thank you for being a part of her adventure!

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Shirley Sakatani

Sakatani Fine Art Gallery

360.471.0645

shirlzartwork@gmail.com

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