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WHO AM I?

A woman with shoulder-length dark hair smiling and holding a painting of a gray cat with green eyes, lying on a green background, inside a room with large windows and modern furniture.

Hello! I’m Eiko Tabata. I was born in Japan but moved to the US when I was in my early 20s. I never imagined that I would some day become an artist. It had been years since I even picked up my brushes until one day I learned about an upcoming pet portrait event in my area. My beloved cat had passed away and I really loved the idea of being able to memorialize her onto a canvas. I ended up getting so much more from that event than just a beautiful painting of my furry baby. I was re-introduced to a hidden passion and I have not put my brushes down ever since.

It’s been quite a journey, from pet portraits to capturing the beauty of nature. Click the LEARN MORE button below to read my full story.

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MY GALLERY

Inspired by nature’s vivid palette, I bring its colors to life on canvas

A rustic wooden bench with a white embroidered cloth draped over it, an antique stone mortar and pestle, a large dried flower vase, and a colorful painting of a red autumn tree-lined path on the beige wall.

Original Art

Kitchen with a wall decorated with a black background painting of two leopards, one adult and one cub.

Canvas Print

Interior of a modern room with large glass windows showing an outdoor beach scene with palm trees. The room has potted plants, a wicker lounge chair with a matching side table, and a framed landscape painting of a forest reflected in water.

Fine Art Print

Introduction to Drawing

For some of you, drawing may sound boring because it typically uses just a pencil and an eraser and doesn’t provide any color. But it is actually pretty deep. Even if we use just the bare minimum tools, drawing offers so many skills and techniques to the artist. It teaches you many core skills such as lines, shapes, perspectives, and more. As an artist, they are extremely important for me to understand and apply to my works. Once you master these principals, you could apply them to many different forms of art, including painting, mural art, or even content creation for the social media.

Starting in Jan 2026, I’m going to teach a basic drawing class to a community that I belong to and I’m very excited about it. At this time, I don’t have any on-line classes but my intention is to expand to the virtual space in the not too distant future. I’ll be sure let you know when I’m ready to share that news.

FEATURED ART - Blue Hue

Looking for something special?

Occasionally I take commissioned work. If you would like to have something unique such as your pet portrait, or memorable scenes, I can make it happen.

Depending on your needs or preference, I can produce it either with acrylic or oil. Click the INQUIRE button below if interested.

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Painting of a Siamese cat and another cat with a white and brown coat, both with blue eyes, sitting on a light beige background.
Painting of a cute yellow Labrador puppy with floppy ears and a red collar with a yellow tag, sitting on a green surface with a dark background.

Testimonials

  • Scenic landscape with a large turquoise lake surrounded by rolling hills and tall mountains under a cloudy sky.

    Moment

    It’s a joy to wake up each morning and being greeted by Eiko’s artwork. The peaceful images and colors helps me to start the day in the right direction.

    Michael Allen

  • Modern house on a grassy hill with snow-capped mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.

    Passion

    I recently received a beautiful canvas painting and couldn't be happier with it. It's a real vocal point for my living room and always receive compliments from friends and family about it, Highly recommend!

    Tyler Cresswell

  • Modern wooden cabin with large glass window reflecting mountain landscape, set in a grassy field with mountains in the background.

    Lazy Afternoon

    The painting I received is gorgeous and it looks beautiful in my home! The level of detail is incredible and it is a piece that I will cherish! I love it so much, thank you!

    Myer Cresswell

  • A colorful sunset with vibrant purple and orange clouds over a rural landscape with small houses and trees.

    Cotton Candy Sky

    A post office lady said I have a parcel for you....and what a parcel it is!!! A gorgeous large print of your candy cotton sky painting and a beautiful card and note. I'm going to seek a nice frame!

    Kim Rowland

  • Two leopards are close together, one resting on a rock and the other leaning against it, both with spotted coats and a dark background.

    Love

    I just received my prints and I must tell you...... you completely exceeded my expectations. As an artist, you are a force to be reckoned with. It is unclear to me how you are able to take the deepest of feelings and emotions and translate them to your paintings. I am in awe and so very grateful to you for allowing me to hang your incredible work in my home.

    Kathy Gee

  • Two embroidered fabric patches of a cute round bird with a white face and gray body, perched on a branch with white buds, on a green background.

    Snow Fairy

    I got my Christmas cards in the mail from Eiko and I was so pleased with what I received! High quality cards & envelopes and the design is even more beautiful in person! I'm using mine for holiday cards to clients this year. They also came in a protective box, which can be resealed. I'll recommend to others!!!

    Joanna Giannopoulos