Bristles and Design

Lena Knudson is a Richmond, Virginia–based watercolor artist and the creator behind Bristles and Design. With over 16 years of experience in the medium, her work blends expressive detail with bold color, often inspired by equine sports, coastal landscapes, and western themes. Lena offers original paintings, high-quality prints, and curated watercolor kits designed to make art more accessible and engaging. Her pieces are known for their dynamic contrast between realism and pattern, capturing movement, personality, and story in each subject. At the Richmond Tattoo Convention, she is excited to share artwork that resonates with collectors, creatives, and anyone drawn to striking, meaningful visuals.