Licia Hauss received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Indiana University and has been painting for over 20 years. She paints in oil on hand stretched canvas using archival methods and materials. Having grown up with dogs, cats, salamanders, boa constrictors, birds, fish, gerbils and even squirrels, Licia brings together her lifelong love of art and animals in her portraits. She currently resides in Portland, Oregon along with her dog and two cats.

Licia's work can be found in Maison's Shop At 1611, Cielo Home and Garden, Jeffrey Allen Home and Garden, The Governor Hotel, The Paramount Hotel, Embassy Suites Hotel, and many homes throughout the Portland metro area. Her custom furniture finishes for Maison Inc. have been featured in Elle Decor and Oregon Home magazine.