About the Artist

I’m Aidan Shelburne, a pen and ink artist on the front range of Colorado. My work is inspired by natural and artificial textures. With each piece I try to explore new textures, subjects, perspective and lighting.

Each of my pieces is an experiment. Every time I put pen to paper it’s to explore something new: A new texture, a new technique, a new medium, or a new subject.

That constant iteration keeps me interested and engaged in the process and has allowed me to create the work I now have to share with you.

This often comes at the price of certain works. When every piece is new and experimental, it’s hard to get it right the first time or settle into a practice that assures quality. However, I view every piece as a learning opportunity, and even if I think this piece would be better if I stick to what I know, I’m sure that the next piece will be better if I don’t.

It’s a path I look forward to forging, and one that I am excited to walk with all of you.