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Portfolio

Fresh from the easel, enjoy this small glimpse into my world of whimsical landscapes, clouds and serene scenery. 

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Portfolio

Fresh from the easel, enjoy this small glimpse into my world of whimsical landscapes, clouds and serene scenery. 

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You May Have Seen Me On

What is it about your pastels that make me want to jump right in Mary Poppins-style?!? These are lovely and a beautiful spot for me in these weary, hard days. Thank you for sharing the beauty and hope of your art with the world.
Kimberleigh
Valerie, you have made my heart melt!! My face hurts from smiling! I’m so thrilled... the painting is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures you sent. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Judy
Working with Valerie to help bring my vision to life was a dream. She walked me through each step and made this a truly magical experience. I’m so thankful to Valerie and will treasure these pieces for the rest of my life.
Trisha
"Your painting is at the framing shop! So excited for it to be getting framed and to hang it on my wall. Lifting up the flap, both the framer and my breath caught. It’s a stunning piece!! So happy to have this art be part of our home, where we make memories and feel at peace."
Cassandra
"There is something so romantic and endearing about your landscapes. I don’t know how to explain it but it’s like I’m seeing how I view the world on paper. I guess what I’m trying to say is that whatever you’re trying to communicate through your art, it’s coming through loud and clear!"
Nicole
To me, your work is in the vein of Monet, but is completely unique to you and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it.
Jocelyn
What is it about your pastels that make me want to jump right in Mary Poppins-style?!? These are lovely and a beautiful spot for me in these weary, hard days. Thank you for sharing the beauty and hope of your art with the world.
Kimberleigh
Valerie, you have made my heart melt!! My face hurts from smiling! I’m so thrilled... the painting is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures you sent. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Judy
Working with Valerie to help bring my vision to life was a dream. She walked me through each step and made this a truly magical experience. I’m so thankful to Valerie and will treasure these pieces for the rest of my life.
Trisha
"Your painting is at the framing shop! So excited for it to be getting framed and to hang it on my wall. Lifting up the flap, both the framer and my breath caught. It’s a stunning piece!! So happy to have this art be part of our home, where we make memories and feel at peace."
Cassandra
"There is something so romantic and endearing about your landscapes. I don’t know how to explain it but it’s like I’m seeing how I view the world on paper. I guess what I’m trying to say is that whatever you’re trying to communicate through your art, it’s coming through loud and clear!"
Nicole
To me, your work is in the vein of Monet, but is completely unique to you and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it.
Jocelyn

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What is it about your pastels that make me want to jump right in Mary Poppins-style?!? These are lovely and a beautiful spot for me in these weary, hard days. Thank you for sharing the beauty and hope of your art with the world.
Kimberleigh
Valerie, you have made my heart melt!! My face hurts from smiling! I’m so thrilled... the painting is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures you sent. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Judy
Working with Valerie to help bring my vision to life was a dream. She walked me through each step and made this a truly magical experience. I’m so thankful to Valerie and will treasure these pieces for the rest of my life.
Trisha
"Your painting is at the framing shop! So excited for it to be getting framed and to hang it on my wall. Lifting up the flap, both the framer and my breath caught. It’s a stunning piece!! So happy to have this art be part of our home, where we make memories and feel at peace."
Cassandra
"There is something so romantic and endearing about your landscapes. I don’t know how to explain it but it’s like I’m seeing how I view the world on paper. I guess what I’m trying to say is that whatever you’re trying to communicate through your art, it’s coming through loud and clear!"
Nicole
To me, your work is in the vein of Monet, but is completely unique to you and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it.
Jocelyn
What is it about your pastels that make me want to jump right in Mary Poppins-style?!? These are lovely and a beautiful spot for me in these weary, hard days. Thank you for sharing the beauty and hope of your art with the world.
Kimberleigh
Valerie, you have made my heart melt!! My face hurts from smiling! I’m so thrilled... the painting is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures you sent. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Judy
Working with Valerie to help bring my vision to life was a dream. She walked me through each step and made this a truly magical experience. I’m so thankful to Valerie and will treasure these pieces for the rest of my life.
Trisha
"Your painting is at the framing shop! So excited for it to be getting framed and to hang it on my wall. Lifting up the flap, both the framer and my breath caught. It’s a stunning piece!! So happy to have this art be part of our home, where we make memories and feel at peace."
Cassandra
"There is something so romantic and endearing about your landscapes. I don’t know how to explain it but it’s like I’m seeing how I view the world on paper. I guess what I’m trying to say is that whatever you’re trying to communicate through your art, it’s coming through loud and clear!"
Nicole
To me, your work is in the vein of Monet, but is completely unique to you and I fell in love with it the moment I saw it.
Jocelyn
Valerie McKeehan, soft pastel artist and teacher, in a green floral dress

Who is the artist?

Valerie McKeehan is a renowned artist, teacher, and host of The UnBound Creative podcast.

In 2012 she founded the global brand, Lily & Val.

Throughout her art career, she worked commercially with clients like Starbucks, Anthropologie, TLC, Brit+Co, and The Food Network, and published a best-selling book with Workman Publishing about hand-lettering.

After the change that 2020 and two little ones created in her world, Valerie began making art for art’s sake again, exploring painting and pastels that led to opening up her passion project: education for artists to unlock their creativity and heal their creative hearts.

She now offers an artist membership to her community while she continues to create artwork that moves her soul.

I want to learn with Valerie!
Valerie McKeehan, soft pastel artist and teacher, in a green floral dress

Who is the artist?

Valerie McKeehan is a renowned artist, teacher, and host of The UnBound Creative podcast.

In 2012 she founded the global brand, Lily & Val.

Throughout her art career, she worked commercially with clients like Starbucks, Anthropologie, TLC, Brit+Co, and The Food Network, and published a best-selling book with Workman Publishing about hand-lettering.

After the change that 2020 and two little ones created in her world, Valerie began making art for art’s sake again, exploring painting and pastels that led to opening up her passion project: education for artists to unlock their creativity and heal their creative hearts.

She now offers an artist membership to her community while she continues to create artwork that moves her soul.

I want to learn with Valerie!
Valerie painting a glowing soft pastel landscape

Free soft pastel lesson with Valerie

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Valerie painting a glowing soft pastel landscape

FREE SOFT PASTEL LESSON

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