Get to know the Artist

I am Monica the owner and artist behind the company Ikaros Art LLC. and the single momma of two amazing kiddos. I have been running my own business- IKAROS ART for more than 15 years- full time for over 5 years and creating art since I was born (seriously I think I was born with a pencil and sketchbook in hand). I do commission artwork such as murals, interior design paintings, beer label designs, pet portraits, logos, art classes and truly anything creative to keep me painting.

One of my favorite aspects of what I do, besides being covered in paint all the time, is connecting and building relationships with my clients. I love working along side my clients and truly getting to know them and have their creative vision incorporated in what I do.

Currently I am evolving my artwork into a way to positively impact the world, because I love nature and animals so much. ART WITH IMPACT… beautiful nature and animal inspired paintings that give back to conservation and sustainability efforts. My passion projects are nature based from the materials I use, to the subjects I paint, to the traveling I do for inspiration and connection- ART WITH IMPACT. Custom artwork that positively impacts the space they are displayed- offices, restaurants, coffee shops, garden centers, and homes, but it goes further- impacting our earth and the environment too. With the purchase of the Art with Impact series, a portion of the profits are donated to conservation and environmental companies making a difference for our earth. It is my way of taking what I love and making a positive impact to sustain this beautiful earth in my own special way. Throughout the year I will be going on Art Adventures and exploring more places to get inspired for new paintings for Art with Impact. Join the newsletter so you don’t miss out on the behind the scenes adventures and remember you can be part of the impact too!

Client Testimonies

“Monica is an exceptional artist! Her talent and passion are showcased through every piece of art she creates. Over the years, Monica has designed several paintings for me and as gifts for loved ones. She amazes me every single time with how she brings these ideas to life. Each piece that she creates brings tears to my eyes and those receiving it. Her artwork is so much more than paintings … It is heartfelt and holds true meaning. I cannot wait to see where her creativity takes her next!” -Cayla Carper

“I’ve known Monica for many years and have known that she has a great gift in her art. But it has been in the last two years that I began to  benefit from her gift of art. For my birthday two years ago she painted a beautiful plaque with one of my favorite scripture verses. It’s great to look at it every day. Then I decided I wanted more from her and commissioned her to paint two more plaques, one which I gave to my sister and she loves it. The other is a painting of my dear cat Buddy who passed this year. I can’t even begin to share how amazing this painting is, how lifelike and how she captured his personality! I recommended her to my neighbor who she then painted her grand dog as a Christmas gift to her son and once again was amazed at Monica’s talent! I have a Christmas pot that she painted and I don’t plan to put it away! It’s beautiful! Monica‘s talent is so broad that she can do just about any kind of project that you need!” -Allyson McDermott

UPCOMING EVENTS:

More to come in 2026…