Painting of a vintage two-tone red and wood panel station wagon car.

Hello!

My name is Elizabeth (Ely) Ibarra,

and I am an artist based in Richmond, California.

My work is fueled by a deep fascination with the beauty of reflective surfaces, particularly chrome, which I find captivating in its ability to mirror the world around it. Classic cars, with their timeless elegance, serve as a central muse in my art, embodying both history and craftsmanship.

Living in the vibrant Bay Area, I draw constant inspiration from the diverse landscapes and dynamic energy of my surroundings, which influence both the themes and materials I explore in my practice.

Recent Work

A stylized digital illustration of a vintage race car with a futuristic design, featuring large rocket-like exhausts, sleek black and orange and white bodywork, and a shadow cast on a sandy ground.
Rain droplets on a windowpane with a blurred view of green hills and trees outside.
Close-up of a vintage teal-colored car's front, featuring large round headlights with gold trim, a chrome bumper, and intricate gold decorative details against an orange sky background.
Close-up of the rear end of a vintage turquoise and chrome car with tail fin, taillight, and exhaust visible, with a clear blue sky in the background.
Stylized illustration of a vintage compact car with bold blue, orange, and white lines, set against a yellow and orange background.
A red heart-shaped balloon with black outlines on a pink background.

Commissions

Currently accepting commissions.

Commissions start at 1$ per square inch (may vary depending on complexity)

No commission sizes under 9 x 12.

Reach out for more info and sizing availability.

4-5 Week timeline

Process

Once photos & details are provided, a sketch will be shared before painting. 2 edit allowed before painting. No edits can be made after painting has begun.

All paintings and digital copies are for personal use only.

Recent Commissions

A painting of a bright blue vintage convertible car driving on a snowy mountain road with snow-capped peaks in the background. On the car's dashboard, there is a carved pumpkin with Halloween goggles and a big leaf next to it.
A red vintage Chevrolet SS muscle car parked on a pier with a bridge in the background.
Painting of a vintage gray Cadillac Imperial car viewed from the rear, with the license plate reading 67IMP, showcasing its iconic design and red taillights.
Painting of a vintage yellow Mercedes-Benz parked in front of The Factory Bar with a sunset sky in the background. The vehicle has a California license plate reading "FACTORY" and a sign above the bar also says "FACTORY."
Painting of a vintage red GMC truck with a black California license plate saying 'Richmond', parked in front of a blue wall with white text that reads 'The Factory Bar'.
Painting of a man in sunglasses and an orange shirt getting into a silver convertible Mazda with the door open, against a background of a two-tone blue and beige surface.