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Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

American, b. 1969
Shannon "Shan" Fannin (b. 1969) specializes in contemporary vehicle portraiture, creating dynamic acrylic compositions that capture both mechanical precision and emotional resonance. A California native who initially trained in special education art instruction, Fannin spent 25 years in marketing and business before returning to artistic practice in her forties. Her automotive focus developed organically through participation in classic car culture, leading to professional recognition within a year of resuming her art career. Fannin works exclusively in acrylics, often on canvases measuring up to six feet in length. Her technique combines detailed brushwork with gestural hand-painting, creating textured surfaces that emphasize reflection and movement. The artist travels internationally to photograph subjects and interview owners, incorporating these personal narratives into works that explore vehicles as symbols of aspiration and identity. Her paintings have garnered awards at national and international exhibitions and have been featured in automotive and fine art publications worldwide. Collections include works held across three continents. Based in Austin, Texas, Fannin is represented by select galleries across the United States including Abend Gallery.
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Artist: Shan Fannin
"Ferrari Prancing Horse 2" (2021) by Shan Fannin, Acrylic Painting
By Shan Fannin
Located in Denver, CO
"Ferrari Prancing Horse 2" by Shan Fannin is an original acrylic painting depicting a close up view of a Ferrari ornament on a red car. Born 1969 in California, artist Shannon “Sha...
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2010s Photorealist Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

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"Pontiac Cheiftain" (2021) by Shan Fannin, Acrylic Painting, Classic Yellow Car
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"Pontiac Cheiftain" by Shan Fannin is an original acrylic painting depicting a close up view of a fin and ornament of a classic yellow Pontiac. Born 1969 in California, artist Shan...
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2010s Photorealist Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic, Linen

"1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS - Hugger Orange" by Shan Fannin, Acrylic Painting
By Shan Fannin
Located in Denver, CO
"1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS - Hugger Orange" by Shan Fannin is an original acrylic painting depicting a close up view of a grill and head lamp of a classic orange Camaro. Born 1969 i...
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2010s Photorealist Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"1965 Ford Mustang Grill - Dynasty Green" by Shan Fannin, Acrylic Painting
By Shan Fannin
Located in Denver, CO
"1965 Ford Mustang Grill - Dynasty Green" by Shan Fannin is an original acrylic painting depicting a close up view of a Mustang ornament cast in blue light. Born 1969 in California,...
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2010s Photorealist Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

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Cotton Canvas, Acrylic

"Bentley Flying B" (2021) by Shan Fannin, Acrylic Painting, Classic Blue Car
By Shan Fannin
Located in Denver, CO
"Bentley Flying B" by Shan Fannin is an original acrylic painting depicting a close up view of a grill and hood ornament of a classic blue Bentley. Born 1969 in California, artist ...
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2010s Photorealist Shan Fannin Portrait Paintings

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Acrylic, Cotton Canvas

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Find a wide variety of authentic Shan Fannin portrait paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Shan Fannin in acrylic paint, paint, synthetic resin paint and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the Photorealist style. Not every interior allows for large Shan Fannin portrait paintings, so small editions measuring 5 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Yousra Hafad , Anne Wolff, and Jérome Romain. Shan Fannin portrait paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $400 and tops out at $5,400, while the average work can sell for $1,200.

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