Shana Levenson

Artist Shana Levenson is drawing a female portrait with General's® Charcoal White® pencil on toned grey paper. The portrait has been blocked in with black charcoal. Shana's hand and hair are visible.
  • A black-and-white pencil sketch of a woman with straight hair and bangs. She has a neutral expression and is looking directly at the viewer. The sketch is detailed around her face while her shoulders and upper body are less defined. Artist Shana Levenson.
  • Charcoal and white pencil drawing of a young woman with long hair and bangs, gazing softly at the viewer. She is wearing a light-colored blouse with embroidered details. The artwork is signed and dated "2017" by the artist, Shana Levenson.
  • A woman with long, wavy hair and a light-colored dress sits beside a large, detailed pencil portrait of herself, which is taped to an easel. The portrait closely resembles her serious expression.
  • Black and white portrait drawing of a woman with voluminous curly hair, wearing a lace-patterned garment, looking slightly to the side with a calm, serious expression. Artwork by Shana Levenson.

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About Shana

Shana Levenson is an accomplished representational painter based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her artistic journey began with a BA in Fashion design from The University of Texas, Austin. After the birth of her children in 2009 and 2019, she pursued and completed an MFA in Fine Art Painting from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. Her work primarily focuses on portraiture and the figure, often capturing people who are significant in their life. Levenson aims to tell each person’s story in an authentic and meaningful way, drawing inspiration from her own experiences.

Levenson is known for her hyperrealist style, where she emphasizes delicate and feminine details in her subjects, like body shape, lace, and jewelry. Her background in fashion has notably influenced her latest series of paintings featuring lace. Additionally, she incorporates surrealistic elements in her current work, highlighting the strength and beauty of women.

Beyond her painting career, Levenson is deeply involved in education. She teaches workshops out of her studio, mentors students, and conducts workshops worldwide. These teaching experiences have shaped her patience and approach as an artist, allowing her to tailor her guidance to each artist’s individual journey.

Levenson’s exhibition experiences have been significant and memorable throughout her career. Her first exhibition in Louisville, CO, was a pivotal moment, where she realized the potential for her work to connect with a broader audience. Her artwork has been featured in numerous exhibitions across the United States and internationally. She exhibits in galleries around the United States including Rehs Gallery in NYC, Sugarlift gallery in NYC, Corey Hellford Gallery in LA, and Abend Gallery in Denver.

Shana Levenson’s work has evolved over the years, and she continues to challenge herself with each new piece, striving for growth and improvement. Her commitment to her art and her community, both as an artist and an educator, makes her a notable figure in contemporary realism.

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Website: ShanaLevenson.com