About Lois
The Birdz, The Birth of an Idea
In 2013, while doing a watercolor painting of a landscape, Lois tested her colors on a vertical strip of paper taped to her easel. A few weeks later the test strip fell from her portfolio and landed horizontally on her desk. In an instant, she saw the strip of colors as a collection of birds and added a few pen strokes to bring them to life (see “First Birdz” here). Soon to follow were a series of joyful and whimsical paintings called, “Birdz of a Feather.”
The Petz, Art from the Heart
In 2024, Lois was commissioned to paint a sweet puppy. From then on, Lois fell in love with pet portraits! Whether you're looking for a special way to honor a furry friend that has passed or want to celebrate one curled up at your feet, these hand-painted tributes are made with so much love. Send Lois photos of your pet and any questions you may have and she will carefully paint a beautiful watercolor portrait- ready to frame.
The Process
Lois applies the colors first, lets the paint dry, then “finds” and defines each bird with pen and ink. Original watercolors and prints are available framed and come with a magnetic wall mount.
About Lois
Lois was born and raised in Irvington, New Jersey, received a BA degree in Fine Arts from Indiana University and a MA degree from the University of British Columbia. She divides her time between Amherst, Massachusetts and Henderson, CO.
Meet the Team
Lois Barber
Sloan Tomlinson
Sloan Tomlinson
Lois, a watercolor artist, is the creator of the Birdz.
Sloan Tomlinson
Sloan Tomlinson
Sloan Tomlinson
Sloan fits right in with the whimsy and creativity of the Birdz world! Sloan takes all of Lois’ original artwork and prints them using archival paper and ink.
Olivia Dignan
Sloan Tomlinson
Olivia Dignan
Olivia is currently studying English with a minor in business at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is thrilled to be the Birds Marketing Intern!
The Birdz at Home and at Work
Barbara Youngberg from Lakewood, CO, is delighted with the Birdz she received from her husband for her birthday!
Jeanette Salis hung Zilly and Doodle in her coffee corner.
Elaine Perdue purchased a Bird for herself and each of her five sisters - one for each unique personality!