BIO: About the Artist

A little history...

My name is Allison Davidson, pictured with my cat/helper, Oshinko.  I started drawing at a very young age
(so I am told) and have been as long as I can remember.  Over the years I have learned to work with several different mediums such as graphite, colored pencil, pastel, charcoal, acrylic and watercolor paint, etc.  Although I enjoy the variety, I am most experienced and love working with pastel.

My first formal training began at the age of 8 years when my parents offered dance or art classes.  Easy choice!  In the years following I also attended classes at The Peoria Art Guild, and continued learning through schooling.  I do have to say though that I am mainly self taught, but have learned certain techniques in my schooling over the years.  Always learning.