our native essences are simply fragments, pieces of texture- where we have traveled, experiences we’ve had, things we’ve seen.

Soul Attraction, 12”x18”, 2020, couple’s portrait

Soul Attraction, 12”x18”, 2020, couple’s portrait

Nancy, 9”x12”, 2020 (graduation gift)

Nancy, 9”x12”, 2020 (graduation gift)

I highly recommend working with Natalie! Not only is she an amazingly talented artist, she is such an inquisitive and intuitive soul. When I asked her to create a piece for my husband and me, she asked me all the right questions to get our essence...both separately and together. It was so much fun and such a deep process to be involved in. I felt listened to and when I received the proofs I felt seen! If you are looking for someone who really takes the time to get it right Natalie is your artist!
Jennie, 11”x14”, 2020, family portrait

Jennie, 11”x14”, 2020, family portrait

Justin, 11x14, 2019, commissioned portrait

Justin, 11x14, 2019, commissioned portrait

Stephanie, 11”x14” (4), 2020, family portrait

Stephanie, 11”x14” (4), 2020, family portrait

Everleigh, 11”x14”, child portrait

Everleigh, 11”x14”, child portrait

You did amazing! It truly looks like her. We have had this hanging up in her room and she adores it. It was a gift we will treasure forever.
Justin & Shannon, 11x14 (2), 2019, sibling portrait

Justin & Shannon, 11x14 (2), 2019, sibling portrait

In Memory of Tasha, 2021

“I recently discovered Native Essence Art at the Latino Art Fair. The artwork's beauty is enhanced by the thoughtfulness and care that goes into creating such meaningful pieces that reflect the subjects' humanity.”

I Will, (2) 9”x12”, 2019, anniversary portrait

I Will, (2) 9”x12”, 2019, anniversary portrait

Native Essence Art did a phenomenal job of capturing our children. Natalie took time and care to ensure our boys’ interests and personalities were fully represented in their portraits. She consulted with us throughout the design process to make sure we were 100% satisfied. We could not be happier with her custom portraits of our boys!
Union, 16x20, 2017

Union, 16x20, 2017

Together One, 11x14, 2017, wedding gift

Together One, 11x14, 2017, wedding gift

Eclectic Ethos, 16x20, 2016, commissioned portrait

Eclectic Ethos, 16x20, 2016, commissioned portrait

i strive to capture the intimate, personal nature of my subjects through an ethnographic process that comes to reflect their being.

Hulk Remembered, 18x24, 2017, in memory of

Hulk Remembered, 18x24, 2017, in memory of

Robaidek, 11x14, 2018, family portrait

Robaidek, 11x14, 2018, family portrait