Agora Gallery, 530 W 25th Street, New York, NY, 10001
AGI Fine Art is pleased to inaugurate Summer City Idyll, an exhibition showcasing a collection of contemporary work in all mediums by local and international artists. Marking the peak of the season, we want to celebrate new and established talent with a vibrant selection of pieces from our recent program and newly consigned collection. This is the very first edition of the exhibition, which will be hosted every summer in New York City.
The show aligns with AGI’s mission to champion emerging and mid-career artists by providing a platform for exposure to high-end collectors and industry professionals in major art hubs, such as New York City and Miami.
The opening reception will take place at Agora Gallery on Thursday, July 18, 6-8 PM and the show will run until July 24, 2024.
Summer City Idyll
Jose Pedro Alonso Miralles
Axiom of Alchemy
Paula Blaschke
Paul Blumenthal
Stephanie Borkowski
Julea Hope Boswell
Maiken Calkoen
Bene Caserta
Elinor Chechik
Riffat Chughtai
Tammt Conover
Marguerite Copeland
Emanual Flores-Chavez
Sofia Fotini
Paul Fraser
Dina Freeman
Maria Regina Garciga
Dr. Victor Grozny
Consuelo Hernández
Jennifer Igbinowanhia Osarenr
Dita Jacobovitz
Noelle Kalom
Gina Keatley
Mark Kendrick
Angie Kiehne
Laurent Lanneau
Kevron Madden
Hathairat Maneerat
Attila Mata
Clare McShanag
Jordan Merlino
Robbi Ling Montgomery
Myriam π
Willow Joy Newman
Kelly Nicole
Chatchai Notananda
Sanusi Olatunji
Diana Pan
Mirjeta Qehaja
Dora Shasha
Bonnie Siracusa
Yumi Song
Sherri Springer
Jason St. Hilaire
Debra Stelnik
Joe Stublick
Thierry Taule
Angela Thouless
Britt-Marie Tidemand
Hannah Tubbs
Julie Turner
W. Saint-Lamar
Alex Z. Wang
Karl Wilkes
Roan Yarn
Jose Pedro Alonso Milralles
Spanish artist José Pedro Alonso Miralles offers poignant commentaries on today’s society. His work narrates his daily encounters with a violent and corrupt reality; his distrust in the institutions and the fragility of life. Grotesque Kafkaesque creatures with elongated limbs and clawed feet inhabit his world: anthropomorphized insects, weird mechanized beings, phallic symbols. They are our worst nightmares come true and as we look at them, we cannot but stare in horror. Alonso Miralles lifts the veils of illusion that cover reality, exposing it like pulsating raw flesh. There are no more lies and there is no way out. We are trapped, like the three football players in “Campeones,” whose arms are missing; and we are alone and destitute, like the man in “Autorretrato,” begging in the street. Alonso Miralles’ surrealist paintings are like Cassandra’s premonitions: truths we prefer to ignore, because they are too scary to be contemplated.
Self-portrait, 2000 Oil on canvas
32” x 39”
Axiom of Alchemy
Shaw Kett from Axiom of Alchemy, is an emerging contemporary artist based in Bellingham, Washington. Growing up in Maui, Hawaii, he has a rich and diverse background, embracing all cultures and beliefs. From a young age, he has been fascinated by sacred geometry and ancient symbols. Known for his sometimes dark and alchemical artwork, Shaw explores the realms of the unknown, creating unique pieces that reflect the web of life and the archetypes of the subconscious.
Alchemical Marriage, 2023
Digital line art
42.5” x 42.5”
Digital art
Buddha and The Bodhi Tree, 2024
33.5” x 33.5”
Digital art
In The Land Of The Blind, 2023
13.5” x 13.5”
Digital art
Lingam, 2024
20” x 20”
Digital art
The Great Mother, 2023
30” x 30”
Valhalla, 2023
Digital line art
x 33.5”
Paula Blaschke
Paula Blaschke’s digital collages reflect the essence of the natural world with dazzling colors and precise linework. Her pieces transform the complexity of birds, animals, and flowers into simple, yet captivating vignettes. Composed in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Paula’s work is defined by clean lines and purposeful details, avoiding the extraneous to bring joy and light to her audience. Embracing escapism, she aims to create happiness through her art, reminding viewers to find delight in the little things. Paula’s unique ability to merge complexity with simplicity brings a fresh perspective to the natural beauty she portrays.
Eagles, 1997
HD metal print – white gloss 12” x 24”
Eagles, 1997
HD metal print – white gloss 12” x 24”
Forest, 2015
HD metal print – white gloss 16” x 20”
Ice
Texas Ivy 1, 2015
Giclee – canvas print on matte canvas
24” x 36”
Paul Blumenthal
Montana-based painter Paul Blumenthal crafts oil and watercolor landscapes that blend direct observation and sincere emotional expression. Blumenthal’s work echoes a profound affection for the world. A practicing architect for most of his life, Blumenthal started with sketches of landscapes and buildings, during his travels in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. These drawings evolved into meticulous studies on tablets and, eventually, vibrant watercolors. His current focus lies in landscapes, both real and imagined, capturing the essence of a place through uninhibited observation. Steering away from reality, his recent creations embody raw emotion, translating into compositions that merge painting and drawing, emphasizing expression above all else. Whether Montana’s mountains or the Israeli desert, his art aims to stir the heart and evoke a sense of wonder in those who behold it.
Judean Desert 18, 1996
Ink, watercolor & gouache on paper 44” x 64”
Stephanie Borkowski
Stephanie Borkowski‘s artistic journey began in Philadelphia, where she was born and developed a passion for the visual arts. She honed her skills at CAPA, the renowned High School for Creative & Performing Arts, graduating in 1996. Pursuing her creative aspirations, she attended the prestigious Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY, majoring in animation. After a distinguished 13-year career as a Philadelphia police officer, Borkowski transitioned back to her artistic roots. Today, she is a versatile artist, working across various mediums and expressing her creativity through a diverse range of artistic forms. Her work reflects her experiences and influences from living in vibrant cities like Philadelphia, New York, and Los Angeles.
Cynthia, 2024 Oil on canvas
48” x 36”
Julea Hope Boswell
Dance Pop 1: Don’t Stop the Music
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Dance Pop 2: Rhythm of the Night
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Dance Pop 3: Dynamite
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Dance Pop 4: Love to Love You
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Dance Pop 5: Spin Me Round
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Dance Pop 6: Dance the Night
Acrylic on canvas
20.5” x 20.5”
Bene Caserta
Bene Caserta is a ceramicist and painter from Montevideo, Uruguay. A doctor by profession, she entered the Mercedes Gonzalez Ceramic Workshop 14 years ago. She has carried out collective interventions in health centers in her city, as well as multiple collective and individual exhibitions in Montevideo and Punta del Este. She expresses her creativity, combining her profile as a doctor, through the alchemy of mud, water, fire, and air. Her work is mainly in ceramic murals, with bas-reliefs and sculptures, painted with enamels and slips, although she is passionate about raku. With these techniques, she combines unique and current pieces with the history and imprint of also unique fittings. Their taste for drawing and painting unites them in these pieces as well as the utility vehicles that are also part of their collection. In recent years she has also ventured into painting. Caserta is managed by Red Tree, an international art platform organizing cultural events worldwide.
Mailen (Princess), 2022
Metal ceramic 16” x 12”
Suyai (Hope), 2022
Ceramic 16” x 14”
Elinor Chechik
Elinor Chechik‘s artistic journey began with early museum visits, but it was a trip to New York City in 2021 that truly ignited her passion for painting. As an arts therapist specializing in psychodrama therapy, Chechik’s background in acting and psychology deeply influences her work. Her paintings reflect universal themes from her therapeutic practice, serving as personal development and exploration. Starting with neat lines and embracing color, she conveys optimism and the belief in self-reliance. Chechik’s art celebrates diversity and unity, encouraging viewers to trust in themselves and live life fully, echoing her philosophy that life is colorful and full of possibilities.
Blur the Boundaries, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
20” x 28”
I am Allowed to Make a Mistake, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
8” x 8”
I Have Myself, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
8” x 8”
I Have Options within Me, 2022
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 12”
Letting Go, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
48” x 32”
Reality while Containing the Pain, 2024
Navigating
Acrylic on canvas 12” x 16”
Riffat Chughtai
Riffat Chughtai, a dedicated advocate for women’s and children’s causes has gracefully integrated her passion for service into the world of art. As a self-taught painter, she founded ART OF MEDITATION in 2022, channeling her extensive background in psychology and volunteer work into her art. Riffat’s paintings, which often focus on portraits with expressive eyes, balance realism with classical techniques and reflect her deep cultural roots in Pakistan. Her work serves as a therapeutic outlet for trauma survivors, drawing on her certification in art therapy. Through her art, Riffat continues her lifelong mission of helping others heal and thrive.
Meditation, 2021 Oil on canvas
40” x 30”
Rain, Rain Go Away, 2021
Oil on canvas
24” x 24”
Serenity, 2022
Oil on canvas
40” x 30”
Tammy Conover
Tammy Conover is a self-taught artist working in acrylics, oils, and various other mediums. Her passion has always been in art. When she started on her spiritual journey these two paths intertwined; art and color combined with love and connection to Spirit/God.
Conover experiences each painting in an energetically unique way. As an intuitive artist, sometimes, she has a clear vision when she starts a painting with the colors and energy coming forth. Other times, the colors and energy surprise her, too. She is energetically connected to every single color and drop of paint on the canvas. With every stroke, she experiences emotions and feelings as the colors flow through her. She infuses passion into every painting. Her intent is for people to experience the energy, colors, and vibrations that are coming from each painting. She believes every piece of art can speak to many and can be healing for both artist and viewer.
Balancing the Cycles of Life, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
36” x 36”
Big Blue, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
60” x 48”
Carnival, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
48” x 60”
Lilies on Water, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
48” x 48”
Warrior, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
48” x 48”
Water Spirit, 2023
Acrylic canvas
48” x 60”
Marguerite Copeland
Marguerite Copeland, a Philadelphia native, finds solace and empowerment in her acrylic paintings, drawing inspiration from her journey of healing and resilience.
Her vibrant artwork, primarily utilizing acrylic paint and gold leaf, serves as a powerful reflection of her experiences and her determination to be expressive despite adversity. Through her pieces, Copeland amplifies the importance of reconnection to one’s identity and joy, addressing societal and personal struggles with authenticity and strength.
Copeland’s artistic journey, marked by publications in Black Art Magazine and exhibitions across global art hubs like London and Venice, embodies a bold declaration of self-expression and empowerment, rejecting societal stigmas around mental health and embracing her creativity as a means of healing. As she continues to evolve as an artist, Copeland’s goal is to connect with her audience on a deeper level, fostering dialogue and reflection through her art.
Buzz Around Town, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
20” x 20”
Like Minds, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
20” x 20”
Emanuel Flores-Chavez
Emanuel Flores-Chávez uses abstract expressionism to transform experiences into powerful art. His journey began in a hotel room after a 2019 home invasion, igniting his passion for expressing raw emotion through painting. He creates bold, textured artwork using oil, acrylics, spray paint, and twine. His innovative techniques, such as mixing egg yolks for frothy textures, add a unique touch. Influenced by mentor Esteban Villa of The Royal Chicano Air Force, he honors Chicano heritage while exploring real-life experiences and emotions. His work delves into color theory’s impact on emotions, aiming to inspire viewers and connect with peers in the art world.
Build A Bear (Childhood) Oil, cotton, & thread 15” x 12”
Color in Flow, 2023
Oil on canvas
36” x 24”
Sofia Fotini
Sofia Fotini‘s journey as an artist is shaped by personal challenges and a quest for peace. Originally from Ukraine and now living in Austin, Texas, Fotini found solace in art during the 2013 conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which affected her family on both sides. Using acrylics, modeling paste, and broken glass, her art aims to inspire hope and unity. Influenced by astrology and sacred geometry, Fotini believes in the power of art to connect people and express the beauty of natural and cosmic forces. Her work invites viewers to discover their inner light and see beyond visible realities to hidden, yet meaningful, worlds.
One Union, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 24”
Venus Voice, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
30” x 24”
Paul Fraser
Australian artist Taul Paul Fraser draws inspiration from his diverse experiences to create intricate abstract drawings that offer viewers a glimpse into his introspective world, conveying a sense of tranquility and interconnectedness. Influenced by his backpacking adventures in 1992 through Europe, including living on a deserted beach in Greece, Fraser began to make sketches while traveling, which he would later develop into larger pieces. Using watercolor and acrylic markers, Fraser taps into his subconscious, weaving layers of shapes and objects into subtle storytelling, a process that can take up to a whole year. Through an intuitive mechanism of memories and associations, Fraser uncovers the inherent correlation of all things, inviting us to take “a long calmer view.”
All Things Connected, 2023
Watercolor & Pencil on Paper
8.5” x 5”
City of Glass, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
35.5” x 59”
Fall of Rome, 2022
Watercolor & Pencil on Paper
9.5” x 6”
I also Judge, 2020
Watercolor & Pencil on Paper 5” x 8”
Overlapping, 2021
Watercolor & Pencil on Paper
8.5” x 5”
Some Sorta Self Portrait, 2021
Watercolor & Pencil on Paper
7.5” x 5”
Dina Freeman
Born outside Chicago, DINARTnyc’s artistic journey began with a childhood immersed in creativity. After a career spanning education and leadership roles, including a stint as an elementary school principal, she returned to her first love: art. Based in Brooklyn, DINARTnyc crafts diverse works—from jewelry to resin art—inspired by her Jewish heritage and a deep connection to music, especially the improvisational sounds of Phish. Her pieces resonate with a raw, emotive energy, inviting viewers to connect through vibrant colors and dynamic compositions. In a world increasingly divided, her art serves as a universal language of unity and introspection.
Crazytown is BiG, 2024
Mixed media & high gloss print on metal 36” x 36”
Fighting My Way to the Surface, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 24”
Powerful Pills, 2022
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 24”
Rainbow Caterpillar, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 10” x 24”
Split Open The Rainbow Melt
Digital art on high gloss metal print 36” x 30”
Trigger a Blastoplast, 2022
Mixed media on high gloss metal print 28 x 48”
Maria Regina Garciga
In order to create her artworks, Maria Regina Garciga focuses on a minuscule segment of a photograph, which is usually an inch or a quarter of an inch long. Ruiz pores over this segment in order to magnify it and, in doing so, reveal the allure of detail and the pockets of life that we overlook. Ruiz chooses her subject matter based on what catches her eye and allows her process to guide her forward. Ruiz’s mastery of the technical aspects of painting captures our imagination and allows us to ruminate upon every line and area of color she creates. In fact, her color choices stem from her desire to keep the colors as pure as possible and respect them for what they are. Therefore, she seldom mixes colors on her canvas.
Ruiz was born in Peru and now lives in Houston, Texas. In addition to her career as a painter, Ruiz is a teacher, and she holds a PhD in History, Literature, and Philosophy. Her art has received recognition at various art shows and galleries and has recently been exhibited in Red Dot Miami 2023; Soliloquio, Arte Borgo Gallery, Salerno, Italy; Firenze Contemporary II, Rossocinabro Gallery, Florence, Italy; Contemporary Venice 2022 – 11th Edition ITSLIQUID International Art Fair Venice, Palazzo Bembo, Venice, Italy. Ruiz is also well-traveled, and her travels provide her insight into the importance of color in various world cultures. She aims for her artwork to foster an appreciation for the little things in life, to allow the viewer to see the details of their own life in a different light.
Girasol al Sol, 2015 Oil on canvas
36” x 24”
Consuelo Hernández
Spanish artist Consuelo Hernández embodies a lifelong passion for art deeply rooted in her family’s artistic heritage. Influenced by iconic Spanish masters and Italian Renaissance painters, Hernández’s realist style is anchored in portraiture and architecture, exploring themes of urban loneliness and social concerns. Working in oils, Hernández engages in a meticulous layering and preparation process, directing the focal point and atmosphere through expert manipulation of light.
From a young age, Hernández studied drawing and painting alongside Hispanic philology. Her work is celebrated internationally having obtained numerous international awards, including the Gold Medal for Artistic Achievement; and the Silver and Vermeil Medals in Paris. The artist has exhibited in numerous countries, including Spain, the United States, Morocco, Italy, France, Austria, and Romania. She is recognized as a representative artist of contemporary Spanish Realism.
Alegoría Del Triunfo (triptych), 2017 Oil on panel
47” x 87”
Café Gijón, 2015
Oil on panel
48” x 35”
Composición En Shanghái, 2012
Oil on panel
31.5” x 39”
Concierto En Pandemia, 2020
Oil on panel 24” x 39”
Destino París, 2019 Oil on panel
39” x 31.5”
Interior Con Afrodita, 2015 Oil on panel
48” x 35”
Jennifer Igbinowanhia Osarenr
Jennifer Igbinowanhia Osarenr, known professionally as i12 Empire Arts, is a Nigerian Canadian artist whose work reflects her profound personal journey and diverse cultural influences. With a B.A. in Theatre and Media Arts and a diploma in Community Service Work, Jennifer blends her experiences into her art. Her intuitive approach uses acrylics, African cloth, and gold leaf to create vibrant, abstract pieces. Her work addresses social issues, promoting messages of hope and resilience. Jennifer’s art is a testament to her belief that from adversity comes greatness, inviting viewers to find their own light through her powerful visual narratives.
Festac, 2022
Acrylic on canvas
27.5 x 39.5”
Love U (diptych), 2022
Acrylic on canvas 36” x 12”
Pride , 2024
Mixed media & acrylic on canvas 24” x 18”
Rebirth, 2023
Acrylic on canvas 28” x 22”
Untitled 1, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
18” x 14”
Untitled 2, 2023
Mixed media & acrylic on canvas 20” x 16”
Dita Jacobovitz
Dita Jacobovitz is an Israeli oil landscape painter. Jacobovitz explores the rural scenes surrounding her home, in her native Israel, activating memories and emotions through intuitively guided gestures and palettes. A member of the Circle Foundation for the Arts and featured in the WE Contemporary Art book in 2021, Art Dubai, and the NY Affordable Art Fair, Jacobovitz has been creating art since she was young, developing her distinctive style over time.
Jacobovitz aims to convey a clean, serene landscape where her viewers can feel at peace. She appreciates nature’s inherent value and hopes to convey it through her work, as she believes our planet is not to be taken for granted. Her paintings evoke memories of our own experiences with nature, of fully immersing ourselves in a new place for the first time.
As we gaze into her scenes, we can almost smell the freshness of the grass on the hills or hear the water splash in the Dead Sea. Jacobovitz’s landscapes have a timeless quality that allows us to fully appreciate nature the way she does. “Art gives you the freedom to create a new, maybe an even better reality and use explicit and implicit messages,” she says.
Gold Mining, 2023
Oil on canvas
27.5” x 39.5”
In Between, 2018 Oil on canvas
27.5” x 35.5”
Land Lady, 2021
Oil on canvas
20” x 27.5”
Purple Landscape, 2023
Oil on canvas
27.5” x 39.5”
Tree That Don’t Exist, 2024
Oil on canvas
20” x 27.5”
When You Can’t See the View, 2020 Oil on canvas
23.5” x 35.5”
Noelle Kalom
Noelle Kalom grew up in the dynamic high desert of Taos, New Mexico, surrounded by a community of artists. Some of the ideas that inform her paintings come from early experiences at Taos Pueblo, where she witnessed and began a lifelong appreciation for the power of fire, mystery, ritual, and ceremony. Her abstract paintings embody the intensity and topography of the American Southwestern landscape. Bold, vibrant, contrasting colors are brushed onto a heavily textures canvas, creating works that express energy and motion.
Together, Apart (diptych), 2024
Acrylic and mixed media on canvas 40” x 33.5”
Gina Keatley
Born in Boston, Massachusetts, and educated at the European Institute of Innovation for Sustainability and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Gina Keatley. Untamed Moderns channels her rich global experiences into vibrant abstract expressionist paintings. Her work is characterized by her innovative use of acrylic paints and recycled materials, reflecting her commitment to sustainability. Influenced by Mark Rothko and Yayoi Kusama, she emphasizes the transformative power of color, particularly orange, symbolizing creativity and freedom. Keatley’s pieces invite viewers to explore themes of resilience and human emotion, merging her love for art with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Cyclical Resonance, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 48” x 48”
Dialogues of Persistence, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 48” x 144”
Dual Horizons, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 48” x 72”
Ivory Glow, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 48” x 144”
Reverie Veil, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 24” x 48”
Rhapsody In Graphite, 2024
Acrylic & reused paper on canvas 98” x 48”
Mark Kendrick
Growing up in the countryside on the South coast of the UK, Mark Kendrick discovered photography during weekend woodland walks, capturing the hidden details of flora and fauna. His fascination with macro photography revealed a world often overlooked, sparking a passion to share his unique perspective. Mark explored various genres from landscape to street, and while working on cruise ships he overcame his fear of portraiture, gaining valuable skills in composition, lighting, and presentation. The 2020 lockdown ignited his love for abstract photography, leading to the Light in the Dark project, nominated for the Fine Art Photography Awards. Mark’s ongoing series titled Pirouettes invites viewers to let their imagination fill the scene, creating worlds beyond reality.
Pirouette #36, 2021
Photography
40” x 40”
Pirouette #45, 2021
Photography
40” x 40”
Pirouette #67, 2021
Photography
40” x 40”
Pirouette #97, 2022
Photography
40” x 40”
Pirouette #105, 2022
Photography
40” x 40”
Pirouette #116, 2022
Photography
40” x 40”
Angie Kiehne
Angie Kiehne is a collage artist whose journey intertwines personal transformation with artistic exploration. Originally from New Hampshire, her art weaves together diverse mediums—canvas, acrylics, and found objects like shells and stickers. Her collages, a blend of vintage magazines and contemporary satire, serve as a canvas for feminist discourse and social critique. Inspired by trailblazers like Banksy and fueled by her own life’s twists, she challenges viewers to rethink societal norms and gender roles through irreverent humor and bold creativity. Kiehne’s art isn’t just about expression; it’s a call to action, sparking conversations that resonate long after the canvas has been left.
Diamonds are Forever, 2024
Mixed media on frame canvas 28” x 24”
Enigmatic, 2024
Mixed media on frame canvas 28” x 24”
Recipe for Success, 2024
Mixed media on frame canvas 28” x 24”
Temptation, 2024
Mixed media on frame canvas 28” x 24”
The American Dream, 2024 Mixed media on Masonite board 24” x 36”
Laurent Lanneau
Laurent Lanneau, a French-American abstract painter, channels his inner dialogue onto canvas, blending the whimsy of childhood intuition with the contemplative nature of adulthood. As a self-taught artist and professional chef, Lanneau finds resonance in Jackson Pollock’s assertion that “Painting is self-discovery.” His work reflects this internal conflict, with layers of acrylics and symbols mirroring the interplay between his adult desire for control and his inner child’s spontaneity. Influenced by art brut and street art, Lanneau’s creations embody a fusion of complexity and simplicity, inviting viewers to explore the contradictions within themselves as they engage with his vibrant, evocative canvases.
Acrylic & mixed media on paper 9” x 12”
Blue Fish, 2024
Red Tail, 2024
Acrylic & mixed media on canvas 16” x 20”
Water Drops, 2024
Acrylic & mixed media on paper 12” x 12”
Kevron Madden
Kev’Ron Madden is a Black painter and illustrator living and working in Dallas, Texas. In his work, Madden explores the endless realm of surrealism, fusing it with the traditional beauty of Western art. Through his paintings, he aims to create a visual language that transcends the boundaries of reality, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a world of heightened emotions and imaginative narratives while also being grounded in the familiarity that comes with cowboys, cacti, and all things wild west.
Madden earned a BBA in Marketing from Stephen F. Austin in 2020. He has participated in multiple exhibitions and art fairs throughout the United States, including Barnstorm 2023 in Thorpe, Washington, Carroll Harris Simms National Black Art Competition and Exhibition in Dallas, Texas.
Hot Shot, 2024 Oil on canvas
36” x 48”
Hathairat Maneerat
Hathairat Maneerat is a New York City-based artist born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand. Hathairat began her career as a womenʼs wear fashion designer, establishing her namesake brand, Hathairat, in 2014. The Hathairat brand was known for its unique concepts and innovative designs. During the pandemic in 2020, Hathairat transitioned from fashion to visual arts. Hathairat began her art career as a self-taught artist and found that expressing her imagination, beliefs, and life philosophy on her canvases and in her sculptures allowed her to share her passions with the world. After establishing herself as a commissioned surrealist artist, in 2023, Hathairat decided to expand her art experience and education through the CFA program at the New York Academy of Art (currently CFA Class of 2024). Hathairat will be pursuing her MFA in 2025.
Hathairat’s love for art is unstoppable and she is constantly experimenting with new media and techniques to further express herself. As a former fashion designer, a key focus of each art piece is the female figure. Her art reflects her boldness, confidence, and playfulness through the use of color, the female figure, flowing fabrics, and unexpected geometric shapes. Her pieces have an emotional impact that emanates from lifeʼs traumas but are developed into positive and inspiring works of art. Much of Hathairatʼs art, and the subjects of many of her works, bridge the divide between art and fashion, resulting in unique imaginative art with a surrealistic style.
Hathairat lived across the globe, from Thailand to New Zealand to France before finding her home in New York City. Her global experience influences her art, expressing the nuances of different cultures, and nature and driving her choice of colors. As Hathairat develops each work, she combines her creativity with the real world around her, expressing her emotions and life experiences through a surrealist expression. Hathairatʼs goal is to connect people and create inspiration and hopefulness through her art.
resin, acrylic, wood and glitter
Good Bunny, 2024
Epoxy,
28” x 8” x 3”
Untitled, 2024 Oil on canvas
48” x 72”
Attila Mata
Attila Mata is a Hungarian-born sculptor whose work has been consistently evolving to reflect changing times and artistic growth. Throughout his career he has experimented with various materials, redefining what it means to be a sculptor in the world of contemporary art. After his studies at the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts, Mata began his work using wood but has since employed bronze, aluminum, stainless steel, and acrylic resin for his designs. Through these mediums he aims to express his joy in life’s consistency of changes. His lively sculptures are intriguing and thought-provoking. Each of his innovative pieces elicits a genuine opinion from the viewer and leaves a lasting impression.
As an artist, Mata is inspired by ancient themes such as sexuality, death, and the gods, as well as literature and other compositions he has studied. His inspiration is infused into one unified feeling, ultimately extending the limits of art and sculpture.
Stainless Love, 2017
Stainless steel
12” x 6” x 3.5”
The Collector
Painted bronze
17” x 6” x 4”
Clare McShanag
Clare McShanag is a photographic artist based in Sydney, Australia. After studying graphic art at Swinburne University, she traveled the world, finding artistic photographic opportunities exhibiting in London, Europe, and the USA, collaborating with numerous fashion photographers, including David Richmond. In New York, McShanag staged her first solo exhibition, titled The Character of Life, at the Soho Lounge in New York. Her passion for cameras cemented, McShanag formalized her calling with studies in a Bachelor of Fine Art in Photography at RMIT University in Melbourne.
In May 2003, she presented an exhibition at Blupols Gallery in Melbourne The streets have no names, followed by a stint in Melbourne as a professional photographer with Animal House Studios. Over the subsequent decade, McShanag has built a strong portfolio of creative work within the Art world and commercial photography. She finds immense satisfaction in her ability to work with other creative people–perceiving immense benefit in synergies and fostering her growth as a visual artist. Clarefotografie, based in Sydney, Australia, was established as an art and photography business that focuses on evoking inner beauty and spirit.
Manhattan Madness, 2023
Print on metal
35.5” x 24”
Woodstock Sunday, 2023
Print on metal
35.5” x 24”
Jordan Merlino
Jordan Merlino is a Nonbinary Watercolor Artist who graduated from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 2015.
Jordan has been working with watercolor for over a decade. Throughout their process, they have discovered to let go of total control over the medium. Jordan allows the water to guide the paint on where it needs to go. Jordan has taught Intro to Watercolor with the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum from 2021-2022. They currently live in Santa Fe, NM, USA.
Cloudburst, 2024 Watercolor and gouache 12” x 9”
Hope, 2024
Watercolor and gouache 12” x 9”
Return To Earth, 2024
Watercolor and gouache
30” x 22”
Watercolor and gouache 30”
Storm, 2024
x 22”
Storm, 2024
Watercolor and gouache 30” x 22”
Workplace Anxiety, 2023 Watercolor and gouache
30” x 22”
Robbi Ling Montgomery
Robbi Ling Montgomery captures powerful yet healing themes in her photography. Her dual concentration of the natural and modern worlds yields a diverse, variegated body of work ranging from vibrant floral imagery to the quiet, timeless mystery and romance of the Tuscan alleyway paved with ancient bricks.
With her explorative use of post-processing visual and graphical techniques, Montgomery draws out what she calls the “hidden beauty” behind the picture. In this contouring of the imagery, she recaptures a unique expression of almost tactile presence that photography has always sought to grasp. By sharpening the contrast or asserting new color, she also communicates an emotive presence that brings the viewer that much closer to the experience within the image. Though trained in traditional photography at Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein School, she delights in pursuing wildlife portraits. “I love to create stories with animals,” she says. In covering landscapes, her art also uses the natural kinesis in an ecosystem to tell a story.
Montgomery earned her undergraduate and master’s degrees at the University of Minnesota. As a lab scientist and educator in the healthcare field, her creative energies helped her design education units and creatively approach problem-solving while independently pursuing her artwork. She earned two certificates in photography from the Regenstein School after retiring to Illinois, where she creates and accentuates photography of the natural world around her in all seasons.
Beat The NY Heat, 2016
Photography
18” x 12”
Digital art
18” x 12”
Dry Dark, 2018
Greeting, 2020
Digital art
18” x 12”
2020
Photography 16” x 24”
Hidden,
Starbucks Didn’t Solve It, 2018
Photography
10” x 16”
Window on Chicago, 2018
Photography
18” x 12”
Myriam π
Myriam PI is an author, painter, and engineer born and raised in the Paris region in 1990. She earned an engineering degree from UPMC, Sorbonne University, and later pursued a career as an engineer in the health industry.
Based in Paris, she thrives on expressing her acute sensitivity and understanding of the complex world surrounding us, through her art, particularly writing and painting.
Her collection of abstract hybrid and bucolic paintings in acrylic and oil highlights the link between natural elements and emotions. Myriam PI builds an intimate bridge between the spiritual and physical worlds, offering audiences fertile ground for interpretation. Her scientific training and spiritual vision, underline the importance of the quest for self and the understanding of others.
In each Myriam PI creation, there is an ode to universality. Myriam PI takes us on a powerful yet gentle journey that resonates with each and every one of us.
“Experiencing joy makes us vulnerable to suffering. Accept it and live.”
Myriam PI
They Dare
Acrylic and oil on canvas
18” x 18”
Retrace The Path
Acrylic and oil on canvas 12” x 12”
Blue Anger
Acrylic on canvas
19.5” x 15.5”
The Ineluctable Saturne Oil on canvas
12” x 12”
Paradise Vortex Oil on canvas 24” x 19.5”
Willow Joy Newman
Willow Joy Newman, a Baltimore native, embarked on her artistic journey in 2021 driven by a profound desire to express herself authentically. Self-taught and deeply inspired by Baltimore’s rich culture, Newman’s art resonates with heartfelt themes and poignant messages. Each piece she creates is a testament to her dedication to inspiring and uplifting viewers through visual storytelling. As an emerging artist, Newman values every opportunity to showcase her work, believing in art’s ability to transcend boundaries and evoke deep emotions. Through her artwork, she hopes to inspire others, spark conversations, and bring joy and positivity to those who engage with her pieces.
Entanglement, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
36” x 48”
Cascade, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 48”
Shades of Co-existence, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
30” x 48”
Nicole
Kelly
Kelly Nicole is an artist who not only captures the eye with vibrant hues but also ensnares the heart with profound emotional experiences. A self-taught painter, Kelly transforms blank canvases into windows to dreamy and mysterious worlds. She has chosen the path less traveled, dedicating herself to the art of finger painting. This unique method allows her an intimate connection with her work, as each piece is a direct extension of herself.
Drawing exclusively from her imagination, Kelly’s creations invite viewers into a realm where color and emotion play in unison, crafting scenes that are as enigmatic as they are beautiful. Her work is a celebration of passion, a trait that is tangible in every stroke and smear on her canvas. Her approach to art is not merely a technique but a way of living, embracing the unpredictable and the uncharted. Residing in Jersey City, she is continuously pushing the boundaries of conventional painting and inviting others to explore the vast landscapes of their imagination. Kelly Nicole is not just an artist; she is a pioneer, exploring the depths of human emotion and experience through the touch of her fingers on canvas.
The Refilling of Pandora’s Box, 2024 Oil, spray paint and metal leaf on canvas 40” x 30”
Chatchai Notananda
Chatchai Notananda was born in Thailand and lives there today. As such, his art mainly comments on Thai contemporary culture. Soaking up the natural, rural scenery of Thailand, he renders it into his abstract artwork. Notananda makes sure not to take everything he sees at face value, often noticing that there may be other meanings and stories hiding beneath the surface. Notananda then aims to reduce the forms he retains in his inner thoughts into the visual language of abstraction. His work is characterized by a unique blend of emotional states and semiotics, using acrylic painting techniques and silkscreen printmaking. Additionally, he creates sound art, offering viewers new perspectives on culture and art.
Notananda received a Master of Visual Arts from Chiang Mai University and is a PhD in Art candidate. He exhibited extensively in galleries locally and internationally. In addition to art, Notananda devotes himself to music. He is a DJ and a founding member and drum machine player of EARSBLEED, a band known for its improvisational performances.
Apollo 440, 2024 Silkscreen on paper
25.5” x 25.5”
Apollo 440, 2024 Silkscreen on paper
25.5” x 25.5”
Sanusi Olatunji
Sanusi Olatunji is a Yoruba collage artist from Lagos, Nigeria. Despite facing challenges in a community where art wasn’t widely embraced, Olatunji pursued his passion relentlessly. With a degree in art and a background in industrial techniques, he blends traditional and contemporary influences in his work. Specializing in fabric collage, he beautifully weaves stories of Africa and its children, advocating for recycling through his motto “Waste is wealth”. Now based in Maryland, he finds inspiration in both Nigerian heritage and global experiences. Olatunji’s work reflects his journey across Africa, with South Africa providing a platform to nurture his dreams.
Affiliation, 2023
Fabric collage on canvas
43” x 43”
Diana Pan
Diana Pan is a multidisciplinary artist based in New York, celebrated for her dynamic fusion of graphic design, digital art, and fashion. Seamlessly blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation, her work aims to blur the line between fantasy and reality. Diana’s art speaks to the boundless potential of the human spirit, offering inspiration and motivation across cultures. Through captivating imagery and video art, she invites viewers to dive into the profound beauty of the invisible and undergo a transformative exploration of self-discovery.
The Freedom Acrylic & resin
80” x 50”
Whispers of the Forest, 2024
Acrylic & resin
72” x 36”
Mirjeta Qehaja
Mirjeta Qehaja is a Kosovar artist, art educator, and human rights activist. Working primarily in acrylic, she paints canvases and murals that depict the intensity of the human condition. While inspired by feminist causes and Latin culture, she draws attention to pressing social issues using her art as a weapon to initiate change, while advocating for inclusivity and therapy through art for children with disabilities.
Qehaja has exhibited both locally and internationally. In addition to being devoted to her art practice, she serves on Kosovo’s consultative council of communities in the Presidency and owns an NGO called Muse Art, with the aim to inspire young artists through various activities. Qehaja was ranked as one of the 99 most successful women in Kosovo in 2019 when her photo was displayed on the Newborn Monument in Pristina and selected as Kosovo’s 10 most influential women as part of the Leading Women in Focus exhibition in 2024. In 2023, she represented Kosovo in Egypt at the International Art Forum. This year she held her 3rd solo exhibition in Switzerland and Kosovo called Melody of the Heart and soon she will bring the same one to Kentucky, USA.
The World on Her Shoulders, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
28” x 39.5”
Dora Shasha
Dori Shasha is a self-taught mixed-media artist based near Tel Aviv, Israel. His work is inspired by diverse aspects of human life, including emotions, environment, language, architecture, fashion, culture, and religion.
As an architect, landscape designer, digital creator, and writer, Dori Shasha works across various genres, from portraits to surrealism and pop art. His vibrant use of color is inspired by the sunny Mediterranean landscape and the rich diversity of his country’s population.
Shasha’s artworks often convey meaningful messages in an approachable, almost comic-like style. His colorful portraits, part of a special project promoting international communication through art, have garnered global recognition over the past seven years and continue to do so.
Since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, Shasha has embarked on new international projects, including a series of exhibitions focused on emotions, communication, learning, and healing through art.
Celebration Series: Birthday, 2024
Mixed media artwork printed on fine art paper 16” x 20”
Celebration Series: Just Love, 2024
Mixed media artwork printed on fine art paper 16” x 20”
Bonnie Siracusa
Bonnie Siracusa, known as “The Art Genie” is a renowned painter and muralist residing in Great Neck, New York. While still in grade school, she studied anatomy at the Student League in New York City. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a BFA in Art and continued her education at Parsons School of Design and the Finishing School in Great Neck. In addition to creating and exhibiting her art, Siracusa launched a highly successful mural painting career from doing Designer Showcases in NYC and Long Island. Her increased visibility and widespread appeal have led to numerous mural and painting commissions for businesses and private residences.
Siracusa received public acclaim through numerous newspaper and magazine articles as well as television broadcasts, such as in Newsday, The New York Times, The Daily News, The Canarsie Courier, News 12 Long Island, Art Scene on Long Island, Eyewitness News, Nightly News and two highly publicized ribbon cutting ceremonies led by local politicians and senator Charles Schumer.
She is the recipient of the NYS Council on the Arts Artist in Residence Grant and is a National Association of Women Artists member and an MTA Permanent Art Installation Competition for Renovation of the Herald Square Subway Finalist. Her art was featured at Art Expo NY, Mansions and Millionaires Designer Showcases, Ariel Gallery in NYC, the Mary Fritchie Art Shows West Hampton, The Port Washington Library, and the Nassau County Museum of Fine Arts.
Island Mermaids, 2022
Acrylic paints, hand sewn in fabric, sequins, rhinestones, glitter, feathers, shells and trinkets on canvas 36” x 48”
Coney
Disco Oasis, 2023
Acrylic and fluorescent paints, fabrics, sequins, rhinestones, glitter, mirrors & holographic vinyl on canvas 36” x 48”
Happily Ever After, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
72” x 48”
Yumi Song
The mixed media artwork of Korean artist Yumi Song is rooted in childhood nostalgia. Song summons fond memories of the city where she grew up, Mokpo, a cozy city embraced by the sea and the mountains. Song recalls the scent of her father’s oil paintings and doodling under the warm sunlight, often going out to stand by the dark blue sea and discover the tidal flats. These feelings, along with various Korean cultures and traditions like dance, martial arts, and calligraphy, color Song’s art. Her rhythmic works evoke the curves of martial arts and draw upon the approaches of calligraphy and meditation, bursting with movement and dynamism.
The repetition of spirals and curves in her work connect the historical past to the present and the future. Song recruits the idea of history’s linearity and its development in waves. She impresses the influence of her own hand to evoke this within her mixed media creations. Song has held numerous group and solo exhibitions of her work, which she has been practicing and adapting for over twenty years, and she is a member of both the Korean Fine Art Association and the Gwangju-Jeonnam Women Artists Association. She was also chosen for the final London Art Biennale Selection in 2021 and has won many artistic awards in Korea, including the Mudeung Art Competition Excellence Award. She explores the tenor and character of lines and forms in a manner unique to her experiences and inspirations, such that she reveals entirely new iterations of form not seen in another artist’s work.
Imagination Of Infinity 23-9, 2023
Mixed media on canvas 64” x 44”
Sherri Springer
Sherri Springer’s relationship with the arts has always been of a highly intuitive nature. When little, she would play the piano by ear, and, later composed numerous songs. During a very difficult time of loss, Springer found some refuge and calm through painting. “Each time my brush touched the canvas, my mind and heart temporarily seemed to rest as l was desperately trying to grasp the reality around me.”
Today, painting is a way for her to channel feelings of joy and pain, treasured memories, regrets, and many other emotions. “I want to connect the viewer with a sense of the fragility of life, as well as the importance and joy of living in the present. Pressing forward, hopefulness, positive and grateful living will help you better navigate through struggles in life.” Springer paints abstract expressionism with color and movement while choosing titles that also express these messages or themes. Alternating delicate shading and thick dynamic markings. When painting, Springer lets herself go completely, feeling her way on the canvas instinctively. Springer’s ebullient yet reflective personality shines through each of her paintings.
Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Springer now resides in Birmingham, Alabama. She holds a business degree in Human Resource Management from Auburn University at Montgomery. After twenty years in the corporate world, in 2020 she became a full-time artist. Springer’s paintings have been exhibited locally and internationally. Her artwork was featured in House & Garden UK, The World of Interiors UK, and on HGTV’s My Lottery Dream Home.
A Beautiful Day 1, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 36” x 24”
A Beautiful Day 2, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 40” x 16”
A Beautiful Day 3, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 36” x 24”
Jason St. Hilaire
Jason Robert St. Hilaire is a figurative painter based in Bristol, Connecticut. Drawing inspiration from a mix of realism and loose styles, his work features bold, gestural brushstrokes, delving deep into the emotional and psychological depths of his subjects. Painting offers St. Hilaire a profound sense of purpose, with oil as his preferred medium. Each piece freezes moments in time, inviting viewers to explore their own stories within the vivid narratives he creates.
Night Dream, 2024
Oil on canvas
40” x 30”
Woman with Blue Eyes, 2024 Oil on canvas
20” x 16”
Debra Stelnik
Debra Stelnik is a versatile artist specializing in painting, collage, and piñata design. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she has been creating art for over 35 years. Inspired by the world around her, Stelnik transforms everyday life into creative expression.
Stelnik’s work features a blend of color and texture, primarily using acrylics for their quickdrying and layering properties. While her subjects evolve, her style of broad strokes, vibrant colors, and rich textures remains constant. Her latest series Phonemotions explores people’s uninhibited behavior while using their phones and the emotions they display.“I’ve always imagined that if aliens came down to earth and saw people on their phones, they might think that their devices are real beings.”
PhoneEmotion: Serious Man, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
PhoneEmotion: Serious Man, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
PhoneEmotion: Sad Woman, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
PhoneEmotion: Serious Man, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
PhoneEmotion: Surprised Man, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
PhoneEmotion: Talkative Woman, 2021
Acrylic on canvas 16” x 20”
Joe Stublick
My Fine Line, 2023
Acrylic and resin on canvas 28” x 22”
Surf the Tidal Wave, 2023
Acrylic and resin on canvas 30” x 30”
Porcupine, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
30” x 30”
Thierry Taule
Thierry J. Taule, born in the USA to French parents, is a versatile artist from Danbury, CT, based in Latham, NY. With a background in geography and atmospheric sciences from the State University of New York, his art is inspired by natural beauty and phenomena, such as lush gardens or the erosive process of materials uncovering their structural past. A self-taught artist, Taule’s creative journey began when he encountered Helen Frankenthaler at age 16, whose art and personality left an indelible mark on him. While initially inspired by her work, he developed his distinctive style, after a long period of exploration, using a mix of acrylic, latex, and mixed media, and found objects. Recently, he began a series of works made of clear glue and dye crystals. Taule’s work explores colors, shapes, and textures, aiming to evoke a spectrum of emotions. His unique approach celebrates the hidden beauty in mechanical parts, offering viewers a glimpse into his creative journey and the joy of artistic freedom.
Harvest Moon, 2015
Latex, acrylic and glitter on canvas 48” x 48”
Metalmark – Riodinidae, 2023
Glue, glitter, and dye crystals on canvas 40” x 16”
September Sun, 2018
Latex, acrylic, spray paint and glitter on canvas 48” x 30”
Angela Thouless
Scottish artist Angela Thouless’ passion for urban art was sparked during her first trip to Amsterdam in 2012. In the neighborhood of Spuistraat, home to a community of creative types, she took countless pictures of decaying buildings and graffiti, traveling there almost every year to renew her repertoire. What attracted her was the impromptu and transient nature of street art as well as its multiculturalism, as many artists would come from outside the country to make murals. Her series of spray can tribal mask paintings was inspired by a workshop Thouless led in her hometown of Aberdeen, during which she painted on old spray cans. The suite is an exotic and luxuriant array of tribal masks incorporating elements from African, Asian, and South American traditions. The masks are depicted on spray cans and surrounded by lush patterns of plants and animals. The series has a distinctly metropolitan feel and celebrates diversity through a message of unity: we are one species and one tribe.
Thouless earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drawing and Painting and Master’s Degree and Postgraduate Diploma in Art and Design from Robert Gordon University’s Gray’s School Of Art in Aberdeen, Scotland. She exhibited widely in the UK as well as all over Europe and North America. She is the owner of TribeAll, which designs t-shirt collections of tribal masks from all over the world. As a designer, Thouless participated in the Aberdeen and Milan Fashion Weeks. Her work appeared in publications such as Elle Decor, Red Magazine, and House & Garden.
Boruca Costa Rican, 2023
Spraycan acrylic on canvas 16” x 12”
Frog and Butterfly Boruca, 2024
Spraycan acrylic on canvas 16” x 12”
Snake and Birds Boruca, 2023
Spraycan acrylic on canvas 16” x 12”
Britt-Marie Tidemand
There is a dark sensual fascination to Britt-Marie Tidemand’s paintings. The Swedish artist portrays the emotions buried deep within our psyche with fearless intensity. Grotesque faces emerge from a pitch black background, their mouths locked in an agonizing grimace; beautiful longilineal figures stand at the center of the canvas, looking back at us enigmatically, as if coming from a dream; twisted bodies float upside down in a sea of fire. The palette is warm: reds, oranges, yellows accompanied by shades of gold, chocolate, and black. The texture is buttery and soft, as conveyed by oil paint, either alone or mixed with sand from the shores of Gothenburg. Through her work Tidemand wants us to feel, hear, and see at all costs. Even if this means dragging us into the flames, blasting our ears with cries of agony, or dazzling our eyes with beauty.
Tidemand has exhibited widely in Scandinavia as well as in Italy and New York. Her art is on permanent display at Queen Silvia Children’s Hospital in Gothenburg, Sweden, and appeared on the cover of Queen Silvia Children’s Hospital’s 2009 and 2010 annual reports. Tidemand holds an MBA and a degree in Fashion Design. Alongside painting, she exercises her left brain cells as the CFO of a medical company.
AI, 2024 Oil on canvas
79” x 71”
Bastet, 2024 Oil on canvas
79” x 79”
Hannah Tubbs
Hannah Tubbs, known professionally as Han Bengal or Neo Selah, is an Oklahoma Citybased multimedia artist, dancer, and producer.
Her art is the love child of realism, expressionism, and a whole other art form that is catching up with its title. Her art and other forms of media convey the underlying message of balancing spirituality with practicality and pragmatism, while simultaneously exposing harmful doctrines, cult-like mindsets, and abuse that is prevalent in both religious and spiritual communities.
Ahomalé, 2023
Oil, acrylic, yarn, spray paint on canvas 24” x 24”
Metal print, digital, oil pastel 20” x 16”
Apollonia, 2023
Magnolia, 2023
Metal print, oil pastel 20” x 16”
Metal print, digital 20” x 16”
Propaganda, 2023
The Angel, 2024 Metal print, digital 16” x 16”
You’re Late For Tea, 2018 Metal print, watercolor, pen 16” x 16”
Julie Turner
Inspired by the natural world, music, and spirituality, Julie Turner creates vibrant, emotionally evocative works. With a BFA in Painting and Drawing from James Madison University, Turner masterfully blends Abstract Expressionism and Expressionism in her acrylic paintings and digital prints. Her goal is to create artwork that evokes emotions in the viewer. She achieves this through personal reflection and the application of expressive techniques. Turner’s energetic paint layering and bold color palettes, create dynamic imagery within her compositions. Her award-winning art aims to inspire joy and positive experiences, encouraging viewers to explore their imaginations and embrace creativity.
Among The Wildflowers, 2022
Acrylic on canvas
40” x 30”
Bumper Cats, 2022
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 48”
Cosmic Royalty, 2022
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 36”
Rise Up, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
40” x 30”
Spirit Messenger Barbet, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
40” x 30”
Surf’s Up, 2021
Acrylic on canvas
30” x 40”
W. Saint-Lamar
W. Saint-Lamar, an Emergency and Trauma Physician based in Atlanta, Georgia, discovered his passion for painting in 2022 at age 55. With a background in psychology, he works with acrylics and oil pastels, channeling his experiences from the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic into his art. His work, deeply rooted in spirituality and gratitude, celebrates life amidst adversity. Inspired by Expressionism, W. Saint-Lamar’s creations reflect the empathy he developed while caring for patients facing life and death. His art is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound beauty of simply being alive.
Paris, 2024
Acrylic and watercolor on canvas 40” x 30”
Alex Z. Wang
Alex Z. Wang’s artistic journey is a testament to personal growth and introspection. Originally trained at Luxun Academy of Fine Arts, he rediscovered his passion for painting in his early twenties, self-teaching the nuances of oil painting. Moving to New York in 2014, Wang immersed himself in workshops at prestigious institutions like Parsons and Cooper Union, honing his techniques in oil, watercolor, and alcoholic ink. His art, influenced by Orphism and Neo-Impressionism, explores themes of light and subtlety, offering viewers a pathway to introspection and higher understanding. Wang’s work not only reflects his emotional journey but also seeks to bring strong emotions and new perspectives to viewers, which is his most gratifying experience as an artist.
A Lost Thought, 2024 Oil on canvas
36” x 12”
Around Town, 2021 Oil on canvas
30” x 10”
High Noon, 2024 Oil on canvas
40” x 30”
Yi Lu Sheng Hua (Flower All the Way), 2024 Oil on Linen
60” x 18”
Karl Wilkes
Karl Wilkes is recognized as an internationally renowned arts award-winning accomplished artist and educator whose work is deeply rooted in his African American heritage. With a Master of Arts from Clemson University, Wilkes excels in painting, fine arts, and teaching. As a curator and studio artist based in Columbia, South Carolina, he creates evocative pieces using watercolors, pen, ink, acrylics, oils, and metalwork. His art combines reality with spiritual and mystical elements, drawing on African and Christian symbols. Wilkes is dedicated to making a difference with his gift, aiming to educate and empower society. Through his commitment to arts education, with works in a plethora of galleries and museums including the National Black Archives he is passionate about mentoring young artists and supporting historically Black colleges and universities nationwide promoting diversity. Wilkes strives to leave a lasting fingerprint on the world.
4 Tenths of a Second (Mathew Robinson Ballad), 2022 Oil on canvas 24” x 36”
Roan Yarn
Roan Yarn is a painter from Atlanta, Georgia. Utilizing oil and acrylic paints on canvas, he employs traditional painting techniques to create his works. Yarn draws inspiration from simple, everyday moments that resonate with him as soothing, satisfying, or noteworthy— whether it’s his backyard, his morning commute, a cup of coffee, or images he finds online. He is particularly captivated by the interplay between the subject and its setting, which defines the overall composition. Yarn begins his artistic process with a reference photo, which he transfers to the canvas either by freehand drawing or using the grid method, depending on the complexity of the composition. While his latest series focuses on landscapes, he is shifting his focus to interior-focused imagery, weaving together design elements with his personal aesthetic.
Yarn earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Morehouse College and an MBA from the Jack Welch Management Institute at Strayer University. Yarn participated in numerous exhibitions in the mid to late 1990s under the pseudonym RILLY (an acronym of his full name Roan Ivey Lee-Livingston Yarn). After a long hiatus, Roan rediscovered his love of painting during the pandemic and has since been actively producing new works under his first and last name, Roan Yarn. Today, he is both an artist and a real estate technology subject matter expert, and the Founder and CEO of Bricks, a web3-based real estate tokenization and trading platform.
Summerin Willow and Pond, 2024
Acrylic on canvas 24” x 18”
Splendid Commute, 2023
Oil on canvas
16” x 20”
Gallery hopping in New York
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