I am Mindee Beaver of Enchanting Artistry,

I am a wife and mother of two adult children living in Plano, Texas, liking to think of myself as an accidental artist. I wasn’t someone who could draw or paint growing up—though I did always color within the lines.

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Creativity has always been part of my life, starting with music. I have played piano since I was seven and sang from my pre-teen years on, and still do both today. As a kid, I dreamed of becoming a concert pianist or music teacher, with my hands dancing across piano keys rather than holding a paintbrush.

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In college, my path shifted toward psychiatry, though music remained a constant as I sang in choirs at Austin College and TCU. I took one art class and barely passed, so a career in art never crossed my mind. Eventually, I found myself in the commercial insurance industry, specializing in oil, gas, marine, and aerospace.

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After getting married and having children, I became deeply involved in my kids’ elementary school PTA and took on the role of yearbook creator. That experience reignited my love for visual creativity, and when it ended, I realized how much I missed turning a blank page into something meaningful. Before long, my home was filled with drying paintings, refinished furniture, and canvases in progress—thankfully supported by a very patient husband. If it stands still long enough, it may get painted (people and pets included)!

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While I began with acrylics in 2017, discovering watercolor in 2021 changed everything. What once intimidated me became a passion, especially after painting my first animal portrait. From there, pet portraits—and so much more—naturally followed.

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At Enchanting Artistry, you’ll find abstracts, palette knife and fluid art, hyper-realistic pet portraits, and even transformed furniture. Take a look around, and if something speaks to you, feel free to reach out. Thanks for stopping by, and check back often—you never know what might brighten your day!

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Many blessings,
~Mindee