Brittany Atkinson

Brittany is an Austin-based artist known for her abstract female portraits and figures. After a childhood spent in Houston, Brittany now calls Austin home. The food scene, live music venues, festivals, and endless outdoor space provide Brittany and her family with plenty of entertainment. On any Saturday afternoon, she can be found hiking or exploring the creeks, rivers, and lakes with her husband and two young sons.

Brittany knew her calling was to be an artist. Brittany developed a passion for Shakespeare, Picasso, and Salvidor Dali at a young age. She loved drawing, painting, and theater and continued to draw figures and portraits through grade school, high school, and college. Brittany enrolled in several art courses in college but ultimately graduated with a degree in creative advertising from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

When her children were born, Brittany suffered from postpartum depression. Because she was also home full-time with her boys, the struggle felt endless. She longed for a creative escape that would allow her to reconnect with the strong and creative woman inside her.

Brittany started attending art gallery exhibitions around Texas, and with each visit, her passion for the arts was reignited. The pull to create was emotionally overwhelming, and her call to action on that feeling was immediate. She quickly turned a spare room at home into a studio and began creating. In that space, she was reminded of the strength and bravery within her.

When asked what inspires her as an artist, Brittany often says, “Over the years, I have been influenced by several incredible women. Their stories and their bravery have shaped me. Their daring spirits and whispers of wisdom guide me through my creative process. I am never surprised when bright and colorful work appears on my canvas, as it reflects how those women’s stories of strength, confidence, and vulnerability light up my soul. I feel blessed to share my art and hope it empowers and inspires other women to listen to their hearts’ desire to chase their dreams.”