Art by Shan Fannin

04/23/2026

WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU THERE!
I’m so excited to be part of The Rise of Her | A Spring Awakening—a powerful evening celebrating an incredible group of over 20 women artists.

This Saturday April 25th exhibition is almost SOLD OUT, and I would truly love to see you there. It’s going to be a special night, and it would mean a lot to have you there with me. 14 of my original photorealistic vehicle paintings are represented in this exhibition (some shown here).

I saved a couple of discount codes for you:
VIP TICKETS: Use Code SHANVIP 20 for $20 OFF

GENERAL ADMISSION: Use code SHAN10 for $10 OFF
Secure your spot ASAP—discount codes are limited. Link at TOP of bio! See you Saturday 😊

04/22/2026

Thank you to the fabulous team at for featuring my paintings: "Bumper to Bumper" and "Pedal to the Medal" (now available at ) in Issue 46 May/June. You are dearly appreciated!

04/15/2026

Austin, TX: I'm delighted that my realist vehicle paintings are represented by Julie and her team. Tickets are available for this exhibition featuring 20+ women artists. Use Codes:

👉 $10 Off General Admission: ＳＨＡＮ１０
👉 $20 Off VIP Tickets: ＳＨＡＮＶＩＰ２０

Tickets Available Here: https://www.thewomensgallery.org/event-details-registration/the-rise-of-her-a-spring-awakening

The Women's Gallery by Julie Ahmad



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04/07/2026

SOLD 😀 Thank you Abend Gallery for finding a forever home for my 1959 Red Isetta painting. Congratulations new collector!
More of my original paintings and limited edition giclee available at https://www.abendgallery.com/artist/shannon-fannin

04/07/2026

NEW PAINTINGS by Shan! I'm excited to share 2 new paintings that are a bit different, but still vehicles in my photorealistic style. They are:

Bumper to Bumper and Pedal to the Metal
48"x48"1.5"
Acrylic on Canvas
Available through Abend Gallery at https://www.abendgallery.com/artist/shannon-fannin

I photographed these fabulous vintage pedal cars during a few hour break while visiting Amelia Island Concours in 2024. My husband and I went to a local car museum, and these toy cars were nestled in the back. Due to limited space, these cars were crowded together and gave the impression of a tight traffic jam. The blue car in the center stood out to me because of the vibrancy and being boxed in on all sides. We have all felt this way not only in traffic, but with the complexities of life. Surrounded by all sides, and patiently waiting for our turn to move in a direction. We just need a clear path.

I created two complimentary paintings of the same size using the blue car as the focal piece. They are Bumper to Bumper and Pedal to the Metal. Both were created on 48”x48” cotton canvases using my fingers, palms, brushes and the highest quality acrylic paints. They are varnished with UV/UVA sealant, signed, and include a Letter of Authenticity. They were painted side by side so I could get the same coloring for each piece. They are unique alone or would make a wonderful pair for collectors that love nostalgia, vintage toys, bold color, and a sense of whimsy. I loved painting these.

04/07/2026

Starting this beauty for and The Women's Gallery by Julie Ahmad

We took reference photos of this phenomenal car in 2024, and I've wanted to bring her to life on canvas ever since. She is going to be as challenging as my Mercedes AMG 300 SEL (aka "Red Pig"), but worth it.

04/06/2026

"ICONIC"
Exhibition and original paintings available
March 5 – June 13, 2026
Presented by 33 Contemporary
Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, 309 McClellan Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, US
https://www.artsy.net/show/33-contemporary-iconic

ABOUT ARTIST SHANNON FANNIN:
"While many artists in the exhibition focus on the human figure, Austin-based artist Shannon Fannin turns her hyper-realistic lens toward the mechanical. Fannin is renowned for her large-scale, incredibly detailed paintings of vehicles, capturing the beauty of automotive and aeronautical engineering. Her contributions to the show, Officer, I Can Explain (2006 Ford GT - Heritage Edition) and Sweet Annie (Antonov An-2 Airplane), elevate classic machinery to an iconic status. Fannin’s work evokes a deep sense of nostalgia, celebrating the design and cultural impact of these mechanical marvels."

The contemporary art scene is constantly evolving, yet it frequently looks back to re-examine and redefine what it means to be truly iconic. The group exhibition "ICONIC", presented by 33 Contemporary at the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art in Wisconsin (running from March 5 to June 13, 2

04/01/2026

Thank you Motor Press Guild (MPG) for featuring my paintings for April 2026. Big THANK YOU to David Boldt and Michelle Suzuki for your kind words and write up:

"In April, we celebrate Austin, Texas-based artist Shan Fannin, known for her dynamic portrayals of vehicles using a distinctive blend of photorealism and abstraction, working in acrylics with both hands and brushes to create textured, energetic compositions. Her work has been featured in solo exhibitions across the United States and has earned numerous awards, including international recognition. Shan’s work has achieved international acclaim and placement in prestigious locations. Her paintings have been featured on the billboards of Times Square in NYC and immortalized in space, with five of her images archived on the Moon through the Lunar Codex project."

03/16/2026

I'm so excited to share that my realist vehicle paintings are now represented by Garages of the Americas (GotA) just outside of Austin. 🏁🏎️🖌️🎨😃

GotA is a 17 acre community of garage condos is for all your luxury car storage needs, track day storage, car preparation, and the member only clubhouse. Hang out with like minded car enthusiasts, and be right across the street from iconic Circuit of the Americas™ racetrack, 24 miles to Harris Hill Raceway, 2.5 miles from the Austin Airport, and short drive to Austin.