Artist of the Month

Chelsea McKenzie March 2026

     I am a lover of art, books, crafts, artichokes, and being in nature.  Setting things on fire has always been a passion of mine, so I was destined to fall in love with wood burning.  My artwork consists of surreal forest scenes, cute animals, and portraits of people who have made the world inherently cooler.  

      I started using fire to create around 2017, and became a proud member of Paragon Gallery in 2019.  I also make linoleum block prints and weave baskets from foraged pine needles. I especially love creating custom wood burned pet portraits.  My artwork is available at Paragon Gallery, The Gunnison Arts Center, Rocky Mountain Frames, Tomichi Creek Trading Post, and Bee Lunar Company.

       Check out “Chelsea McKenzie’s Art” on social media to see my work or inquire about a custom piece.