Hi, I’m Teagan!

Artist Teagan, smiling and holding two small paintings of ocean waves, standing in front of ocean paintings in an art studio.

About

While my overzealous grin (all 37 teeth of it) may startle small animals and unsuspecting students, it’s simply a side effect of my deep passion for art and design. I’m Teagan Trabulsy—artist, educator, and founder of Studio Teagan. I specialize in expressive oil paintings of waves and Western landscapes, using classical techniques like impasto, alla prima, and Flemish glazing to explore themes of resilience, chaos, and calm.

Alongside my fine art practice, I’m a passionate design thinker focused on creating authentic and meaningful branding for small businesses. Using tools like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and UX principles from Google’s certification program, I create thoughtful logos and brand visuals that truly resonate.

I teach Art & Design to 6-12th grade students in northern Colorado and will begin my Master of Arts in Art & Design at the University of Northern Colorado this fall. I believe creativity can spark change—personally, socially, and environmentally. A portion of my proceeds supports conservation efforts tied to the natural beauty that inspires my work.

As a member of the Thompson Valley Art League and Plein Air Artists of Colorado, I regularly exhibit in regional shows and festivals. Whether I’m painting, designing, or teaching, my goal is simple: to create with purpose, passion, and impact.

An artist's booth at an outdoor event displaying paintings of ocean waves in shades of blue and white. The booth has a woman sitting on a chair, smiling, with a table full of smaller artworks, framed certificates, and promotional items. There is a black display backdrop and a tent canopy above.

Young woman standing next to a large painting of an ocean wave on an easel in a room with wooden flooring.

A woman with dark hair wearing a striped bikini top and black shorts walking along a sandy beach with clear blue water and a blue sky with some clouds.

Woman with long brown hair smiling with paintbrush in her teeth, standing next to a painting of ocean waves on canvas.

Painting of turbulent ocean waves with splashing water and rocks visible at the surface.

A large ocean wave painted with shades of blue and white, with foam and spray as it breaks, depicted in an artistic style.

Oil painting of a large ocean wave crashing, with white foam and spray, in shades of blue and white.

A painting of a large ocean wave curling and crashing into the water below.

Abstract painting featuring swirling blue, purple, and beige colors with a shape resembling a shell or wave.

A four-panel painting of a stormy ocean scene with dark clouds and lightning strikes over the water.

Abstract painting of a large ocean wave with purple, blue, black, and pastel colors.

Person painting a landscape on a small canvas with blue, white, and yellow paint, surrounded by various brushes and painting supplies on a cluttered table.

A detailed black and white sketch of two hands intertwined, with various mechanical and surgical elements integrated into and across the hands, including wires, screws, and metallic implants.

Aerial view of a whale's tail breaking the water's surface in the ocean.

A pair of black sneakers with white outlines placed beneath two black cassette tapes against a pink background.

Illustration of a pair of sneakers with cassette tapes on top, and the shoes and tape wires are connected.

A detailed pencil drawing of a striped blanket draped over a chair, with intricate shading and line work to depict the fabric's folds and patterns.

Sketch of potted plants and empty glass terrariums on a table.

Black and white charcoal drawing of a plate with chocolate doughnuts, placed on a table with a cloth draped underneath.

Black and white still life drawing of a desk with a globe, an hourglass, and several bottles, with a textured background.

Sketches of five different animal skulls, including a feline, a canine, a rodent, a pig, and a bird.

Colorful bird resembling a parrot perched on a tree branch, with a stylized martini glass with olives and a blue moon in the background, set against a dark, stylized forest backdrop.

A black and white drawing of instructions for folding an origami paper airplane, with sketches demonstrating the steps and arrows indicating the folds.

A man standing inside a slot canyon with orange rock walls, wearing sunglasses, a cap, a blue t-shirt, and khaki shorts, looking upwards.

Digital illustration of a smiling woman with shoulder-length dark brown hair, wearing a striped shirt, emerging from a teal-colored square cutout.

Two koi fish swimming in water with concentric ripple patterns.

Illustration of a smiling couple on a boat with Sydney Opera House and city skyline in the background.

Abstract painting of a large ocean wave in shades of blue, black, and hints of purple, with foamy water and dark background.

Space scene with five colorful planets and a cosmic background, featuring a bright yellow sun and a red and black terrain at the bottom.

Oil painting of snow-covered mountains under a colorful sky with a forested foreground.

Watercolor painting of a mountain range with green hills in the foreground and snow-capped peaks under a light blue sky.

A black and white surreal drawing of a woman with one eye open, the other eye is a spiral shape, with intricate mechanical and organic details on her face and neck, and braided hair with textured patterns.

A woman standing outdoors in a cold, snowy landscape with a mountain in the background. She is wearing a black coat, jeans, and boots, and is smiling at the camera.

BA in Classics & Studio Art

Specializing in Ancient Latin

University of Florida

UX Design Certificate

Adobe Visual Designer - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

Woman in blue dress standing next to large framed painting of hummingbirds with orange and red flowers above two glasses of wine on a sunset background.

For almost 4 years, I worked with Park West Galleries as a Gallery Director and Auctioneer, hosting art auctions and selling millions in fine art on cruise ships and VIP events. Meeting the artists and working with professionals at such a high level was inspiring and rewarding.

I sailed some of the roughest seas in the world, through many a storm and pirate-infested waters, traveling to more than 50 Caribbean, Hawaii, and Alaska.

A woman smiling at night in a busy city street with colorful neon lights and people walking by.

I keep a fortune cookie on my refrigerator that says "You cannot discover new oceans unless you are willing to lose sight of the shore."

Some of my favorites were Australia, Scotland, Greenland, Iceland, Fiji, Vanuatu, New Zealand, Bali, and the Maldives.

I’ve hiked through the rainforests of remote, uninhabited islands in the South Pacific, and walked through moving traffic in the streets of Vietnam.

A woman and a man smiling and leaning their heads close together outdoors, with overcast sky in the background. The woman is wearing a sleeveless top and the man is wearing a striped shirt and a colorful cap.

I met my other half, Nick, while sailing on a ship in Hawaii, and we have since moved to Colorado to explore Rocky Mountain National Park, and the multitude of hiking, painting, and natural areas this state has to offer.

We explore, laugh, and eat our way through every new place we go!

Woman in blue dress walking on driftwood on a tropical beach with turquoise water, green trees, and blue sky in the background.

Walking the shoreline of Ile De Pin, Isle of the Pines, Vanuatu.

The lovely Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

Young woman taking a selfie on sand dunes with mountains in the background. She is wearing a pink cap and reflective sunglasses, smiling at the camera. A young man sitting on the sand behind her, wearing a white cap and sunglasses, looking to the side.

A woman crouching down and offering her hand to a young kangaroo at a zoo or wildlife sanctuary.

Feeding kangaroos!

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Tasmania.

Hiking in the rainforests of Fiji.

A woman with dark hair wearing a multicolored geometric patterned shirt smiling and standing next to a display of small paintings of ocean waves and mountains. The paintings depict ocean waves, mountains, and a sunset, mostly in blue, white, and orange tones.

Meeting the most esteemed and admired surrealist,

Michael Cheval.

A woman with dark hair wearing a patterned dress is standing in front of a painting in an art gallery, viewing an Impressionist landscape with green field, trees, and a cloudy sky.

A woman in a striped dress with an orange band around her waist standing on a stone balcony overlooking the ocean and cliffs, smiling at the camera.

A smiling man and woman taking a selfie inside a dark cave with rough rock walls.

Woman with arms raised facing the Grand Canyon with a colorful hat and shorts, cloudy sky overhead.

The Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia, with a green and white facade, golden accents, statues on the roof, and a Russian flag flying above. People are walking in front of the building on a bright day.

The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia.

Woman sitting on a rock in a mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, evergreen trees, and a partly cloudy sky.

Sitting on top of the world in Estes Park, CO. Top of the Gem Lake Hike.

A woman with long dark hair looking to the right on the beach with rocks and the ocean in the background under a cloudy sky.

A woman scuba diving underwater, holding a fish in each hand, surrounded by coral and other marine life.

A woman shopping for fabrics in a crowded fabric market with stacks of colorful textiles and garments around her.

A waterfall cascading down a lush green mountainside with a person standing at the base nearby.

“Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.”

- Gwendolyn Brooks

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