Villains aren't born, Darling they're made
by Leigh Witherell
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M a g a z i n e
Issue #28
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Gary Trente
Drawing
Gary Trente, a talented artist living in Manhattan, was born and raised in Salt Lake City and Orlando, respectively From a young age, he exhibited a natural talent for drawing In the 3rd grade, an employee noticed Gary’s artistic ability, which led him to explore his passion in more depth. Following his high school graduation, Gary graduated from The Atlanta College of Art, where he learned how to think in artistic terms and understand an artist’s intention when creating art. Later, Gary attended The New York Academy of Art in NYC, where he enrolled in the graduate program Through his attendance at the academy, he learned about composition, golden section, and the human form Gary described the school as an institution that provided him with all the necessary tools needed to create great art Shortly after graduation, Gary started working at MOMA as an education department employee He was involved in multiple programs, including the Family Films Program and the Artist Displaced Persons initiative In his early art career, Gary also worked as an artist assistant, director of Gallery Juno in NYC, and a director of the Barbara Gillman Gallery in Miami Beach Gary s work has been recognized worldwide, and he has exhibited his drawings in countless galleries around the world Additionally, his artwork is included in many esteemed collectors portfolios. In recognition of his talent and skills, Gary was invited to be an artist in residence at the Bakehouse Complex in Miami, FL Gary’s artworks are celebrated for their exceptional quality and his unique artistic perspective. Always pushing boundaries, Gary Trente is one of the most distinguished and accomplished artists living in Manhattan today
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Gary Trente
A View From BNP Paribus Building
Drawing, Pencil Drawing on Paper W:36 H:26 in 2022
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Leigh-Ann Edrich
Illustration, Photography, Painting, Drawing, Digital Arts
Internationally known Fine Artist with a winning streak of publications, exhibitions and awards starting on 12 Jan 23 and continuing into 2024 with 59 new wins in 2024/128 total
A multi-talented artist that creates in every part of her life, Ilia began painting while maintaining a poetic pen pal relationship with a man named Ralph Grimes, who one day she sent a drawing to After he hung up the sketch and he told her of how many admirers praised the work, her con dence and purpose as an artist was cemented Inspired by the creativity of her mother and grandfather through gardening, she learned at a mere three years of age and beyond that ‘life is a canvas ’ upon which we create She continued her poetry, yet was urged by Grimes to try her hand at painting Her path was set Known for her ability to communicate exactly what the viewer wants in her commissioned pieces, she sold her rst wonderful work in 1987, titled ‘Cosi Fan Tuti ’ Her rst check for this validated her increasingly growing ability as an artist
Ilia weaves a very spiritual feeling into both her writings and art Schooled by independent teachers, predominately Mr Grimes who held an MFA, she was rooted further in her work by teachings in Classical, Jazz, Big Band and more
Following the lyrical pulse of life, when Ilia paints, creates digital ne art or writes, she listens to music. In uenced by Mozart, Vivaldi, Loeillet, Telemann, Purcell, Beethoven, Hayden, Bach, utist Jean-Pierre Rampal, and old time jazz, among more, these sounds help breathe life into her poetic, painterly work. Also heavily in uenced by writer, poet, photographer, musician, and lmmaker L Ron Hubbard, whose rational philosophy has guided her life, as well as inventor and artist Leonardo Di Vinci – she dubs her style as Dreamscapes as it has di erent colors and ows-reminiscent of her varying high minded in uences from art and musical composition to philosophy.
Ilia states, that she creates art in order to ‘inspire others to create ’ Indeed, her visions for her life, even beyond the canvass, are bright and noble. She adds, “I help other artists to make a living with their art because I found out that once I inspire others to create it elevates us all up higher-myself included And- at times that person isn’t going to continue unless there is a way or even several ways in which to make a living with their art, so I like to help teach them to do that ”
In addition to art, Ilia has now written a book titled “The Art of Mentoring” to share her successful actions for helping others! But for now, it is Ilia’s art that is worthy of much great attention When asked what clients collecting her work can expect, she concludes, “People can expect quality work that speaks to them. A person with my art can expect to look at it time and again nding new things to admire about it And a person can expect other people, when seeing it, to gravitate to it, look at it, admire and to continue to be drawn to the painting, looking and seeing more about it ” Unclear?
Hardly. Ilia is a rare, grounded woman with a vision, and possessing of a trained skill and con dence in that vision, which speaks diligently- from the spirit to each work she creates- and from each work in turn to each client. It is with that understanding that we invite you to enjoy the exploration of this very vibrant and deserving artist
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Futures Awakening
Digital Arts on Canvas W:30 H:30 in 2023
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ILIA
Kelly Moyle Haltom
Land Art, Painting, Photography, Sculpture
Beginning as a child artist, Kelly has continued to experiment in various mediums bringing a fresh and untrained perspective From land art, photography, pencil, painting and writing, she immerses in the creative expression as she is drawn in to collaborate. She currently lives in the mountains of Southern Oregon creating in her outdoor art studio
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Kelly Moyle Haltom
Ceremony of the Forest Goddess
Land Art
W:40 H:36 in 2023
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EDUCATION
Wilma King Painting
M A in JOURNALISM, Texas Southern University Advertising/Public Relations, Organizational Communication Minor
B A in ART, University of South Carolina Studio Art, Advertising Journalism Minor
CERTIFICATES
Arts and Heritage Management; Managing Fashion and Luxury Companies; Managing Food and Beverage Companies; and, International Leadership and Organizational Behavior – Università Bocconi; International Organizations Management – University of Geneva; The Changing Global Order – Universiteit Leiden; How to Change the World – Wesleyan University; Leadership in 21st Century Organizations (June 2017)– Copenhagen Business School
Artist and PR Consultant
Taught (and worked in public relations, advertising design, and publication design) for more than 30 years in American universities in Kentucky, Tennessee, New York, Virginia, Texas, and South Carolina
Collaborated on more than 13 papers, and on conference presentations in Italy, the United States, and Spain biafarin com/artist?name=wilma-king
Lover's Concerto
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:16 H:20 in 2023
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Wilma King
Christopher Graves
Painting, Graphics, Drawing
As an accomplished creative who has real-world experience with some of the world’s best-known companies, as well as an active artist who has shown his work internationally, I have a proven capacity and track record to blend each discipline with the aesthetics of e ective creations that are clear, compelling and memorable. As an image-maker, I also excel at detecting patterns, recognizing opportunities and making meaning out of seemingly disparate patterns. With empathic understanding of both visual and business problems, I can combine seemingly unrelated activities into not only something new and bold, but e ective With an MFA in painting and drawing I have been trained and grounded in rigorous drawing and painting methods, but have explored and actively use digital tools to create unique and expressive visual explorations In addition, as an educator I have honed the ability to react and understand student needs despite facing complex problems Detect group and collaborative dynamics, guide discussions Guide the focused ow of strategic direction in interdisciplinary settings where solutions become integrated and clearly understood
Black Sail 3
Drawing, Pen-Ink Drawing on Arches Paper W:30 H:22 in 2019
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Christopher Graves
Phyllis Jenkins Painting
Phyllis Anne (p'anne ally) Jenkins studied ne art at universities in Kansas and Colorado, later earning an MA in Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University, CA Early on you would nd her making art with artist grandmother, Clara. After a distinguished career as a therapist, she dedicated her time to rejuvenate an art practice in San Jose, CA and now resides and works in Kansas City metropolitan area
Largely self-taught, her work is in uenced by a host of mentoring soulful artists A contemporary artist, her work can be categorized in the Symbolist, Abstract or Neo-Expressionist categories Mixed media pieces suggest stories through themes in uenced by Mardi Gras, Opera, Circus, Dance, Theatre, and Dreams, expressing humanity’s light side, here, and there a dark side Sometimes dark and edgy, sometimes softly beautiful, simple or mysterious, her work is moving, representing a sweep of human emotion biafarin com/artist?name=phyllis-jenkins
Wonderland
Painting, Mixed Media on Panel W:11 H:14 in 2018
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Phyllis Jenkins
Linda Massey
Painting
Linda’s work continues to win awards and gain respect throughout the art world:
Best In Show Winner- NOAPS Best In America Exhibition
Best Still Life Winner- NOAPS Salon
Named NOAPS “Signature Artist” after winning Excellence Award three years in a row 4 National and Regional OPA Finalists
International Winner- Winsor Newton Award
Best In Show- Equine Jubilee Art Show
Best Oil Painting and Winner of the Memorial Award- Art of the Dog Show
Artist Of The Year- American Paint Horse Association
Featured artist and winner of the Award of Excellence in the competitive AGI National Juried Show in Maryland Featured artist in the American Academy of Equine Art s Fall Show
Her work toured North America in Cross Gate Gallery’s prestigious Masters of the Fox Hounds 100th Anniversary International Art Show
She s also won top honors at the illustrious Oregon Art Show, the Western States International Art Expo and Best of Show honors at the In nity Gallery International Art Show
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Rainy Day
Painting, Oil Color W:16 H:12 in 2022
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Linda Massey
Molly Seftick
Photography
From the age of 14, I found inspiration in the art of photography. I spent the majority of my years in high school in the dark room with my Minolta Everywhere I went, I had a camera Photography has always been there for me. I love to share my ideas and creativity with the world. I love sharing what I see with others.
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Overcome
Photography, Digital Photography W:11 H:8 in 2024
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Molly Seftick
Maria Overlay
Painting
I am a multi-passionate creative soul whose journey began with drawing, digital art, and photography, eventually leading me to discover my love for painting with watercolours, acrylics, and oils I was eager to learn more so I enrolled in the Milan Art Institute's Mastery Program, where I continued to re ne my craft. Inspired by nature, I seek to weave stories of inner desires, adventure, and magic through my art biafarin com/artist?name=maria-overlay
Painting, Mixed Media, Oil Color W:36 H:36 in 2024
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Maria Overlay
Helen Shipman
Painting
For over 45 years, Helen P. Shipman has been professionally creating and exhibiting her artwork and its accompanying writings Exhibitions have often been devoted to themes of spirituality or healing Many articles have been published about her exhibitions. She has worked on commissioned consignments, public and private, including portraits, paintings for church sanctuaries, and theater costumes, among others. Her work is represented in public and private collections. She has had experience in interviewing for newspaper, radio and television She has given illustrated lectures at schools, churches, and other locations, and has been awarded positions of curator, judge, featured artist, artist-in-residence and docent
She enjoys speaking about the symbolism and iconography in her work Soon, she hopes to nd a publisher, through which her healing message might reach a broader audience in books that present her writings and paintings together, as she has always intended
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The Steward
Painting, Acrylic on Board W:35 H:37 in 2023
ThispaintingismypleatotakebettercareinmeetingourresponsibilitytosafeguardtheEarth Thethreats ofglobalwarmingandclimatechangeareinseriousneedofattention Yet, nothingwillhappentoimprove thecatastrophicdangerinourfutureifwedontalterthecourseofevents (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Helen Shipman
Cher Pruys
Photography, Painting, Drawing
Cher Pruys, ASAA SCA, IGOR, AAPL, CSAA, AMS, LMS, OSA, MAA, CFA, NOAPS, PSOA, AWA, AAOA.
"To take my inner visions with my hands and create a work of art for you the viewer .... That is the ultimate in self-expression "
Cher Pruys was born in Regina Over the years she lived in many places including Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Fort Frances, settling into her present home in Devlin, on the banks of the Rainy River with her husband Mark, 4 dogs and 2 cats
By age three, Cher was seldom found without a drawing tool in hand She worked in pencil, charcoal and ink over the years, until she picked up a paintbrush at the age of 35 Beginning with oil paints, she found her chosen mediums in acrylic, watercolor and gouache
Although self-taught, her dedication and talent has seen her work juried into 572 International exhibits. She has garnished 911 awards thus far She was the rst recipient of a major Canadian National Award, The Mary Pratt Crystal Award of Excellence at the 2014 SCA Open Juried Exhibition, The SCA 1st place award of distinction twice respectively, 2016, and 2017 at The Canada’s 150 show The SCA 2nd place Award of Distinction in the 2021 Elected Members Show. The winner of the Biafarin/SCA Award of Excellence at the 2022 Elected Members Show October 2021 Winner of The Exclusive Harmony of The Arts Contest by The Blue Blood Gallery in Prague. The Gold Medal recipient for Figurative Painting in The Mondial Art Academia’s International 2018 Competition The Silver Medal for Portrait Painting in The 2020 International Art Professional World Art Acadamia Competition. The Aviation Week & Space Technology Award Best of the Best, and the ASAA Award of Distinction for the best painting in the ASAA International Space & Technology Exhibit & Competition, consecutively for 2 years. In 2020 & 2021 & 2023 she was awarded with the most wins in The American Art International Awards The Grand Prize Winner in The AWA (American Women Artists) 2022 Spring Online Show with a perfect score for “In Retrospect”. 2ndplace in the AAPL elected Members online show 2022, Award of Distinction in the 2023 Pushing Forward Reaching Back Show, and a 3rd place in the NOAPS Spring Online Artist Members Show. 2023 saw her win the Gold Medal of honour at the Allied Artists of Americas 110th show! She has had 22 solo exhibits Cher is also an avid fused glass artist, and a certi ed teacher of piano and guitar. Her painting "The Bubble" had the honour of being part of the Masterworks from The International Guild of Realism Tour Her work has graced the covers of 3 books, 37 magazines, including The Best Of Acrylic Fall 2021, cover of May Arabella Magazine with “In Retrospect”, the cover of #20 Hyperrealism Magazine with “Girls Girls Girls”, #21 Hyperrealism Magazine with “The Young Cowboy”, and the most recent, the cover of the March Artists & Illustrators Art magazine, and has been featured in over 400 international publications Cher’s works have found a permanent home in private and public collections worldwide
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My Little Pony
Painting, Acrylic on Paper - Cotton W:9 H:8 in 2024
Cher Pruys
Dylan Montanio
Painting
Born and raised in the Colorado Rockies, I grew up with a deep appreciation of nature and the arts. I used those to get through all of the trials and tribulations of youth
When I was 20 my oldest daughter was born and I decided to really take art seriously and spent the next 7 years doing gallery exhibitions in and around Denver However- I lost my inspiration with a divorce and a severe car accident.
I spent the next ten years wholly focused on my career as a chef Last year I had to put down my dog- who was legitimately my best friend That cracked my heart and all of the last decade of inspiration started to spill out Like a parting gift to shine some light through that pain Now I have so many ideas I can hardly keep up and I feel like myself again
I live in Colorado Springs with my amazing wife, two daughters, two dogs, a few sh, and a rescue gecko
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Rebirth of a Godhead
Painting, Acrylic W:40 H:36 in 2024
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Dylan Montanio
Lon Levin
Painting, Drawing, Mixed Media
Lon is an artist in his soul and through every cell of his being, so being creative is the same thing to him as breathing
Lon's art career started when he was a kid His rst taste of success was at 6, winning a school district 1st grade art award for his rendition of Pinnochio. Many years later Lon graduated UCLA with a ne arts degree and a post graduate advertising/illustration degree from Art Center College of Design
In the ensuing years he worked as an Art Director, Creative Director and Illustrator where he helped launch many TV programs and Motion Pictures Among them: Romancing the Stone, Cocoon and Power Rangers, which became a billion dollar property In the 2000s he worked for Warner Bros as the head of the syndicated TV worldwide marketing art department Some of the shows he worked on were “Ellen”, “Will & Grace”, “West Wing” and “Judge Judy”
In addition, Lon has illustrated and written 31 children s and “How-to” books including Globe Pequot Press s successful book, “Treehouses” which he wrote, illustrated and photographed and Red Wagon Publishing's 12 part series "Monster Boy"
Over the past couple years Lon’s work has been shown in traditional galleries as well as online shows. His last solo exhibition was at Blue Moon Gallery in San Miguel De Allende from July to August 2022 His work will also be part of, “The Guardian of Dreams” exhibition in the M.A.D.S. gallery in Milan, Italy in late October as well as Fuerteventura Gallery in The Canary Islands and M A D S gallery in Barcelona in December
He’s been interviewed by several magazines including Voyage LA, Biafarin, Observica, Artistonish and Shout Out LA
Lon doesn’t con ne himself to one style of work "Although there may not always be material similarities between the di erent projects I’ve created, they are linked by recurring formal concerns and through the subject matter.
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White Hot Coral
Digital Arts, AI Assisted on Paper W:101 60 H:53 34 cm 2023
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Lon Levin
Sandy Bridgewater Painting
Western Sunset
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:24 H:18 in 2024
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Sandy Bridgewater
Cheryl Ehlers
Painting
Raised in Europe, Ehlers is an award-winning and published artist working across genres, emphasizing the participation of the audience in her expressive and impactful creations Her fundamental interest is in creating works that call for the participation of the audience to the same extent as their involvement, and believe it is the job of the artist to always deepen the mystery of the story, and evoke basic human emotions
Her works encompass a variety of genres in Fine Art Painting, Graphic and Textile Design, and share passions, and express emotions while taunting sensibilities Art is a constant component of culture, that re ects economic and social substrates, and transmits ideas and values across time She has a liations with the United Nations, is a recently acclaimed Florence Biennale artist, was awarded Woman of Impact 2022 for Arts and Culture in North County, CA, and hosts many accolades for her art advocacy or youth and upcoming artists
She has been involved in numerous nonpro ts as a Board member, and is past President of the San Dieguito Art Guild and current president of the North Coastal Art Gallery, as well as being on the Board of the Sur ng Madonna Oceans Projects, San Diego Arts Directory, and the past Art Program Director for the City of Encinitas. Her work is displayed in many homes across the United States, and is also housed in Paris at The United Nations Educational, Scienti c and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Mission San Luis Rey, Historical Society, and the Balboa Conservancy, California
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Save the Ocean 1
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:91 44 H:60 96 cm 2023
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Cheryl Ehlers
Crystal Graham
Painting, Illustration, Mixed Media, Drawing, Digital Arts
My name is Crystal. I was born and raised in Las Vegas, NV. I have always loved drawing even as a child but, I became more involved in visual arts during my teen years I paint, draw, and create digital paintings I started with digital artwork in my early 20s at a College I was attending and fell in love with working with many platforms I still practice both traditional and digital art until this day
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Dance of Fertility
Digital Arts, Digital Painting on Paper W:22 86 H:30 48 cm 2024
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Crystal Graham
Jennifer Hannigan-Green
Painting
Midwest native, Jennifer Hannigan-Green is a gurative abstract painter, earning a Bachelor’s of Art from Eastern New Mexico University in Painting and a Master’s of Education from Grand Canyon University in Curriculum and Instruction Originally, a landscape painter illustrating her walk through nature, Jennifer’s style has changed over the years becoming more simpli ed and expressive, illustrating her walk through life Her work shares deep, personal moments She captures emotional stories through her use of color and shapes Jennifer has had her paintings shown throughout the world from Paris, France to St Louis, Missouri and has received an American Art Award two years in a row. But I am more than just a painter I am a daughter, a wife, a mother, a teacher and even a youth basketball coach. I love to visit new places and learn and see new things. I enjoy being in nature from listening to the waves at the beach to feeling the wind rustle through the forest My experiences from these other parts of my life inspire my work, giving me a voice to share and connect with others through my art.
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Re ections of Me
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:18 H:24 in 2024
"Re ectionsofMyself"isadeeplypersonalandvibrantacrylicpaintingthatdelvesintomyinnerworld At theheartofthepieceisanoversized, stylizedeyethatre ectsthemanylayersofmybeing Theeyeisa kaleidoscopeofcolors withawhitesclera ablueandwhiteiris andabrightyellowpupil Surroundingthe eyeareabstract guresthatrepresentdi erentaspectsofmypersonality, addingdepthandcomplexityto theartwork Thebackgroundtransitionsfromgreentoblue, creatingadreamlikesettingthatinvitesviewers toexplorethedepthsofmyemotionsandexperiences Thisself-portraitisare ectionofmyownjourney andthedynamicenergyandpowerfulimageryt (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Jennifer HanniganGreen
William Moore
Sculpture
William T. Moore III was born in Decatur, Alabama. Portraits and the gure would lead him to work with Northern Ohio, monumental Life sculptor William M McVey, but only after undergraduate school was completed at The Cleveland Institute of Art in 1984. While at the Institute, Mr. Moore developed his individual abstract voice through other materials investigations that would become so important to him throughout his life. After Mr. Moore's apprenticeship with various other Cleveland, Ohio artists. Moore enrolled in the master of Fine Arts, Sculpture Program at Kent State University, nishing in 1996 Mr Moore is an abstract sculptor who has exhibited throughout the United States, Canada and Europe online and live in galleries
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Wood Art W:13 H:14 in 2024
Wood, epoxy, stain, oilpaint, Poly-wipe (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Momma and Chickadee
William Moore
Mimi Seton
Photography, Painting
Born in New York to a family of writers, editors and scholars.
Educated in progressive schools
BA in Theatre from Antioch (Ohio).
Left of center politics
Grad word in Psych Counselling at Paci ca Graduate Institute.
Psychic intuitive Has worked as a psychic for 15 years
Created plays with music, mostly on women's issues
Taught acting and singing in universities, colleges, arts collectives, unions, prisons, etc
Directed and acted in over 2000 voice overs in Europe and the U S
Amassed over a dozen press awards for writing and composing
Had her own song performance program in L A
Has lived in France, Switzerland, England, Ireland, USA
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Photography W:24 H:24 in 2023
Seton
Mick Ulichney
Painting
I am a retired professor from SCAD (The Savannah College of Art and Design) My MFA is in Painting, and I have continued to paint over the years My exhibition record includes one-man shows and acceptance into various prestigious juried shows, such as the Cleveland Museum of Art’s May Show and the Butler Museum of Art’s annual National Midyear Competition The Butler purchased one of my paintings for their collection I have received many awards for my work, and my paintings are in corporate and private collections across the country My style has evolved over the years from Neo-Pop to my current Hard Edge contemporary work
biafarin com/artist?name=mick-ulichney
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:30 H:40 in 2022
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Mick Ulichney
Betty Cox
Mixed Media
Professional cellist then became an RN and then a Certi ed Nurse Midwife. So now creatingand teaching. Exhibited nationally and internationally Published nationally and internationally Enjoy teaching my techniques I have a bachelor degree in music performance, an Associate degree in Nursing and a Masters degree in the science of Nursing Iam pursuing my beading and mixed media art since I’ve retired as a certi ed nurse midwife. Enjoying traveling , my dogs, exhibiting , teaching bead embroidery and experimenting with other creative techniques
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In Flames
Mixed Media, Beadwork on Fabric W:9 H:14 D:1 in 2019 - 2020
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Betty Cox
Leigh Witherell
Painting
Leigh Witherell (b. 1969; Denver City, Texas, US)
Photographer and award-winning painter Leigh Witherell lives and works in Brevard County, Florida, near Orlando and Cape Canaveral.
Although Leigh’s education in the arts did not begin until college, she began to immerse herself in the fantasy world of literature as a child. Her escape into a wide variety of literary works that included the worlds of King Arthur, Beowulf, and others helped fuel the imaginings of a child and led to a love of creating The combination of those interests later led her to obtain a BA in English with a minor in Fine Arts and eventually a Master’s in Literature from the Wright State University in Fairborn, Ohio
In 2018, Leigh and her husband relocated to Florida, where they found the perfect home with a studio for her creative work
Her understanding of art-making as a powerful therapeutic tool informs her artistic practice She specializes in abstract and uid art, as these techniques allow her visions to transform themselves through interaction and reaction For Leigh, this process mirrors grief, a central experience in her life following the loss of her daughter Amanda in a tragic automobile accident in April 2021.
Shortly before Amanda’s death, she had encouraged Leigh to launch her career as an artist and had identi ed uid art as a mother-daughter project that would serve those purposes. Leigh decided to proceed with learning this new technique and began showing her uid art soon after It wasn’t long until her evolution took her away from uid art and into her passion, melancholic abstract gurative and landscape art. This technique certainly shows the depth of feelings and range of emotions that are now part of her everyday life Through these images, she can convey how her life has been a ected and is evolving daily.
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Villains aren't born, Darling they're made
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:36 H:36 in 2024
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Gail Marten
Painting, Graphics
Before I became a singer, I was a visual artist. Recently, I have returned to my rst love, the creation of visual art As with my music, my artwork re ects balance, rhythm and harmony
ART EDUCATION
Philadelphia Art Museum (Painting with watercolors and oils)
Moore Institure of Art, Phila (Various media, awarded scholarship for further studies) Long Beach Island Foundation, NJ (Painting, sculpture, pottery)
Bucks County CC, PA (Art history and painting in various media)
DeCordova Art Institute, MA (Life drawing, painting, printmaking) Northeastern University, MA (Painting)
RECENT ACTIVITIES
ArtAscent Art & Literary Magazine, Canada 1/23 Maryland Art Place, MD 12/22 Columbia Art Center, MD 12/22 Coalesence, MD 10/22
VisArts, DC 10/22
Charles County Art, MD 9/22
PAST
Bucks County, PA
Long Beach Island Foundation, NJ Boston Museum of Art, MA Bernice Kish Gallery, MD Visual Artists Alliance, MD Columbia Mall, MD
MUSIC
A successful 30-year career as a jazz vocalist and
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Painting, Ink on Arches Paper W:20 H:16 in 2022
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Gail Marten
Paul Reiber
Sculpture
Paul Reiber is a sculptor and woodcarver. He came to the Mendocino coast in 1981 to study furniture making with James Krenov at the newly opened College of the Redwoods Fine Woodworking Program His work encompasses a wide range, from small relief carvings, full round sculptures to large architectural details. His recent work has centered on the human gure in relationship to plants or animals and the narrative and symbolic possibilities of those relationships. This work explores a range of emotions including contemplation, sadness, anger and exhaustion
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Sculpture, Carving W:6 H:24 D:2 in 2011
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Little Madonna
Paul Reiber
Steven Austin
Photography
I'm a passionate artist photographer and a dedicated history professor at a community college. My love for photography sparked at the young age of 12, when I started developing pictures in my makeshift bathroom darkroom. There is something truly magical about watching an image slowly appear in the developer trey. This early interest led me to be an active part of my high school yearbook sta , where I honed my skills behind the lens.
Today, I indulge in creating artistic fashion, glamour, and beauty photographs My work is a playful blend of creative lighting and imaginative Photoshop composites Photography for me is not just about capturing moments; it's an art of storytelling, a way to express beauty and emotions in still frames When I'm not peering through the view nder, you'll nd me immersed in the world of history, sharing my knowledge and passion with my students My dual love for the lens and the past de nes who I am – a storyteller at heart, whether it's through captivating images or engaging lectures
Photography W:16 H:20 in 2023
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Rouge Pirouette
Steven Austin
Anne du Coudray
Photography
I was born into the arts, and this is how I navigate life. I studied at the École du Louvre, worked in galleries in Paris, France, and currently reside in Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Chiron
Photography W:8 H:10 50 in 2024
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Anne du Coudray
Mark Kaufman Painting
Born in North Dakota, Mark Kaufman came of age during the 1960s. As a lawyer and citizen, I was and am a champion for gender equality; Mark paints the female gure in sometimes absurd, sometimes haunting locations. Far from creating emotionless family portraits, Mark blends colour and imagery to explore themes of mythology, literature, philosophy and emotion He studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Mark’s work has been shown in Galleries across the nation. He is a signature member of the Baltimore, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia watercolour societies He chose watercolour as a medium because it is uid and sometimes serendipitous Thirty years ago, Mark was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder In addition to painting, he is highly visible in the community, providing support and advocacy for all those who su er from mental illness The bipolar helps shape his work, more in some collections than in others
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Painting, Watercolor W:19 H:21 in 2019
Mark Kaufman
Sanda Manuila
Painting
Born in Geneva, Switzerland of Romanian political refugees, Sanda Manuila owns a family history that tells of expatriation and isolation As a young adult she moved to California and over the years has learned to become a citizen of the world, a status she also gained by studying art in France, Italy, Romania, and in the United States
Manuila’s oil paintings are stylized representational images that tell her passion for nature, and her concern for the threats of climate change She depicts how native animals and plants interact and survive in adverse surroundings With Covid-19 Manuila’s message has become more exacerbated When Mother Nature challenges us with extreme weather patterns, she reminds us that the beauty of our environment is at stake Birds tell our story of survival, love, danger, strength, and vulnerability Manuila paints visual stories; she wants them to be poignant and raise the question of our global situation in these disturbing times
The Vigil
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:15 H:25 in 2019
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Sanda Manuila
Candace Pratt
Mixed Media, Sculpture
Candace began a second career in architectural glass in 2000, after 25 years in new products marketing in Fortune 500 companies Working with interior designers, she manufactured large-scale glass installations, including glass countertops, vessel sinks and lighting. In 2015 Candace decided to explore her own work and was selected for a Pilchuck Glass School residency She was given permission to breathe, re ect, fail, and observe. She told friends it was the greatest artistic gift ever given to her From that opportunity came clarity, and slowly she has woven a story about social justice issues through her mixed media visual arts
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Native Grasses - In Harmony with Fire
Mixed Media on Linen W:10 H:20 in 2022
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Candace Pratt
Brian Silak
Photography
Brian T. Silak is a professional photographer born and raised in Jamaica Queens, and based in the New York City area
Known for his intimate, up-close portrait style, Brian has spent the last twenty years as a senior contributor for Tape Op magazine as well as having worked for Island Def Jam Music Group, allowing him access to musicians and producers who have helped shape the industry’s landscape
In addition to his creative music pro les, Brian’s work has also been shown in numerous galleries and fairs including Art Basel Miami, while maintaining a corporate client base with companies such as Coach, Ti any & Co and photo illustration for pharma-advertising campaigns
His images have appeared in domestic and international publications for Glamour, Vogue India, Details, The Village Voice, London Times Playlist, Essence, USA Today, Backbeat Books, Cendent Publishing and Bjooks among others.
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Photography W:12 H:8 in 2016
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Brian Silak
LUIS G. ARDILA
Luis Ardila
Painting, Sculpture
Born: Bogota, Colombia American Citizen
STUDIES
Graduated with a Master in Fine Arts, Specializing in Painting, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogota, Colombia
Architecture 4 years, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Universidad Javeriana, Bogota Colombia
More than 68 AWARDS, PRIZES AND HONORABLE MENTIONS
1994 Award: Pollock-Krassner, Pollock-Krassner Foundation, New York, NY, USA
2009 First Prize Painting: 2nd Juried Art Exhibit, Mint Hill Arts, Mint Hill, NC, USA
2014 First Prize: 3rd Annual Binders Mint Hill Arts Competition, Mint Hill, NC, USA
2016 First Prize: SPRING INTO ART Juried Show, Charlotte Art League, Charlotte, NC, USA.
2017 Best in Show: 9th Annual North Ridge Country Club Art Gala, Raleigh, NC, USA
2017 First Prize, Mint Hill Arts October Member's Only Juried Show, Mint Hill Arts, Mint Hill, NC, USA.
2018 First Prize: 6th Annual Binders-Mint Hill Arts Juried Competition, Mint Hill Arts, Mint Hill, NC, USA
2018 Best in Show, Annual Anne and Bill Litaker Show, Mint Hill Arts, Mint Hill, NC, USA.
2019 Best in Show, Novant Summer Juried Art Show, Mint Hill Arts, Mint Hill, NC, USA
ONE MAN SHOWS
Between 1984 and 2024 more than 38 One Man Shows in the USA, Europe and Latin America.
GROUP SHOWS
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Venus the Desired
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:30 H:40 in 2022
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Luis Ardila
Education
Steve Caul eld
Photography
BFA in graphic design from the University of Denver1991
Shows
March 2018, Eye of the Camera, at Littleton museum
March 9- April 28 2018, Blurring the Lines:Abstraction in Colorado
April 20- May27 2018, Eye of the Camera Best ofShow, at Littleton Museum
July 1-31 2018, Corner Gallery, Lakewood CulturalCenter
July 2- August 2 2018, Kaleidoscope, ColoradoGallery of the Arts ACC
July 14- August 25 2018, All Colorado Art Show,Curtis Center for the Arts
September 1-9 2018, National Fine Art andPhotography Show, Louisville Arts
March 13- May12 2019, 17th Annual Exploring theLight Photo Show, Lone Tree Arts Center
May 10-June7 2019, 2019 NationalFine Art Show,The Lincoln Gallery,Loveland
July 30-August 30 2019, Lines, R Gallery, Boulder
August 27-Sept.28 2019, ColoradoAperture 2019, Depot Art Gallery, Littleton
April 14-May 23 2021, Motion &Flow, R Gallery, Boulder
May 26- July 18 2021, 19th Annual Exploring theLight Photo Show, Lone Tree Arts Center
March 30- June 5 2022, 20th Annual Exploring theLight Photo Show, Lone Tree Arts Center
June11- August 202022, 75th Annual Juried Show, GilpinCounty Arts Assoc.
Oct 7- Nov 2 2022, TimeShare,40 West Arts Gallery, Lakewood
Nov.4- Nov. 18 2022,Bizarre and Surreal Exhibit at Lakewood Arts Gallery
Nov 18- Dec 11 2022,The Outsider Show at Pirate: Contemporary Art
Dec.2- Dec. 28 2022,Texture, 40 West Arts Gallery, Lakewood
Awards
May 2016, People'sChoice Award, the Art of Mind
March 2017, Bestof show – color, Eye of the Camera, at Littleton museum
September 9 2018, People’s choice award runner-up
National Fine Art and PhotographyShow
March 23 2019, 3rd Place – Abstract, 17th Annual Exploring the Light Photo Show
June 4 2021, 2ndPlace – Light Painting, 19th Annual Exploring the Light Photo Show
June 5 2022, PeopleChoice Award – Glass Bowl and Vase, 20th Annual Exploring the Light Photo Show
October 10 2022, People Choice Award – Somewhere Over China, TimeShare 40 West Arts Gallery
November 4 2022, Merit Award – Sequoia, Bizarre and Surreal Exhibit at Lakewood ArtsGallery
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Photography W:36 H:24 in 2016
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Steve Caul eld
Jody Peters
Painting
Jody Peters is an artist based in Ontario, Canada, specializing in surrealistic paintings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Fine Arts from the University of Toronto Her work encompasses various mediums such as acrylic, pastel, resin, coloured pencils, and glass etching, resulting in a unique style. Her artwork has been featured in multiple online international juried exhibitions.
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Tea Time
Painting, Acrylic, Polymer Wash W:12 H:16 in 2024
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Jody Peters
Gail Shaw Clemons
Printmaking
Gail Shaw-Clemons was born in Washington, DC. She earned her BFA and MFA in Printmaking from the University of Maryland, specializing in stone lithography While at Maryland, she studied under the tutelage of Thaddeus Lapinski, Martin Puryear, and David Driskell. While teaching art at the United Nations International School in New York for 24 years, she had the opportunity to travel internationally to represent her job and her work. She also enjoyed many local and international residencies and has exhibited extensively her work in collections as far away as Be Jing, China, Brazil, and Sweden She is represented in permanent collections such as the Library of Congress, DC, Ballenglen, Museum, the Republic of Ireland, the Fondazione IL Bisonte, the National Women’s Museum Washington, DC, The David Driskell Center Maryland and DC Commission on the Arts and humanities Shaw-Clemons is currently an adjunct professor at Bowie State University
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Printmaking, Monotype W:17 H:24 in 2022
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Eric Lintala
Sculpture
Eric Lintala received his bachelor of Fine Arts and Masters of Fine Arts degrees in sculpture from Kent State University, Kent, Ohio He is Professor Emeritus of Fine Arts, Department of Art and Design, College of Visual and Performing Arts, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. He has received numerous awards, grants, and commissions Work included the 9/11 Memorial, Acushnet, Massachusetts, the 9/11 Memorial, Westport, Massachusetts, the "Holocaust Memorial", Newbedford, Massachusetts Site speci c work in public collections: "A Healing Place", Row Conference Center, Row, Massachusetts, "Marks Of Remembrance", Town Of Carlisle, Carlisle, Massachusetts, "Inscription Rock", The Fuller Art Museum, Brockton, Massachusetts
Spirit Helper
Sculpture, Casting on Bronze W:10 H:17 in 2018
Eric Lintala
Sean Yarbrough
Painting
Born and raised in Colorado, Sean’s rst and foremost artistic inspiration stems from his father, Carl, whose career as a professional freelance photographer enabled him to travel the world, and experience beautiful, wild landscapes, unique cultures, and top athletes. While attending Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, Sean embarked on his career as an artist, exploring various themes ranging from hallucinatory dreamlike states and visions, to environmental destruction and humanity's impact on the world. These sculptures and paintings were just the beginning of his search into human perspectives of spirit and our relation to the cosmic universe In 2014 he attended a Visionary Art Intensive with Alex and Allyson Grey in Rhinebeck NY Alex's artwork has always been one of Sean's greatest inspirations Being able to work with, and learn from, him and Allyson on multiple occasions, has been a trans-formative turning point, which further fueled his artistic passion and practice
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Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:24 H:36 in 2016
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Sean Yarbrough
Huanyi Zhang
Sculpture, Painting, Graphics
Zhang Huanyi Studio: Paper is Handmade Workshop Born in 1969
30 years of paper art creation
Executive Yuan Retirement Association Tainan Rongjia Art Consultant
Executive Yuan Retirement Association Tainan Rong Jiachang, Chemical Library Women's Academy University, Xiaoming Foundation Paper Sculpture Instructor.
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Paper Art, Mixed Media W:15 H:9 in 2023
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Huanyi Zhang
David Poyant
Fiber
Art, Painting
My name is David Poyant, and I didn’t follow the traditional path to becoming an artist. I am a cobbler by trade, with a background in shoe repair and handcrafted orthotics I worked in the trade for 25 years and then completed my professional career in retail. Handcrafted artistry comes in many forms and provided me multiple pathways in work and art throughout my journey As I approached retirement, I pondered the next steps. Always one to be working with my hands, I remembered my mother sitting in her chair knitting, cross stitching, and embroidering She was always stitching something Therefore, with no formal training, I picked up my needles, embroidery threads, and a stretcher at a hobby shop and started sewing But what do I sew? I began by nding photographers who would allow me to embroider their work and I haven’t stopped stitching since then Each thread-paint embroidery is hand stitched on artist canvas using both 1 and 2 strands of embroidery thread and can take up to 60 hours to complete
I have neither a college degree, nor any experiences in advanced art or stitching classes However, I have always had an eye for design and many experiences in my 68 years of life that inspired me to develop my artwork I was not shy about showing my thread-paint embroidery pieces to anyone interested while I worked in retail. Most of my thread painting pieces were landscapes, trees, and coastal scenes While working, I met the director of the board at the Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford, MA. She asked if I would be willing to do a thread painting of an animal for the fundraiser at the Zoo The Red Panda was the rst of what was to become a series of animals adorning the walls of the Zoo as well as other pieces used to support their fundraising e orts This opened other forums to display my pieces, such as shing boats for the Fisherman’s Heritage Museum in New Bedford and donations for fundraisers in support of the American Cancer Society.
I am honored to be a featured artist in Artsy-Shark. Handcrafting thread-paint embroidery is a constant reminder that one can nd their passion at any time in life For me, it was at the end of a retail career and picking up a thread and needle, not knowing if anyone else besides me would ever see any of my Thread Paintings later in life I enjoy seeing the reactions people have when they realize they are not looking at a painting and then see the stitch by stitch e ort that went into creating the one of a kind piece of art. I invite you to enjoy my Thread Paintings and encourage you to nd your passion, whatever it is
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Whale Breach
Embroidery, Embroidery on Thread W:18 H:12 cm 2023
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David Poyant
Taylor Overbey
Assemblage, Photography, Painting, Digital Arts, Drawing, Illustration, Design, Graphics
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Culinary School
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:121 92 H:91 44 cm 2022
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Taylor Overbey
Elissa Dellosso
Photography
I have been interested in photography since I was in my 20s, which is about 50 years old. I was born and raised in a borough of NYC and moved to N Carolina 16 years ago
Ranunculus
Photography on Paper W:10 H:12 in 2019
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Elissa Dellosso
Tanja Schlosser
Sculpture, Photography
Tanja Schlosser grew up in the Chicago suburbs with immigrant parents and ed to Berkeley in her early 20’s to be in the company of more open minded people and natural beauty Throughout the years, being primarily self taught, she explored many aesthetic mediums. Tanja is most passionate about photography and her self created art form of handcrafting baskets and sculptural wall hangings, using wisteria vine and embellishing them with foraged natural materials.
The inspiration for her sculpture and photography comes from nature and her passion to re ect the wonder and beauty she sees Weaving sculptural pieces and taking photos is a meditative process, where she can slow down and connect to nature and herself Having lived in Japan and being a practicing Buddhist, she has been in uenced by wabi-sabi, a view and artistic style that appreciates beauty in the imperfect and the impermanent She is passionate about capturing the transient nature of things and nding something interesting in the unusual or overlooked Her art is a tribute to our earth and the wisdom and refuge nature provides She delights in sharing her photographs and sculptures with the hope that they elicit feelings of calm and appreciation for our earth
Tanja has shown her work this past year at two juried group exhibitions in Berkeley, California's ACCI Gallery called Things with Wings and Water is Sacred She is also currently exhibiting both sculpture and photography at an international juried show called 10 x 10 x 10 x Tieton, 15th Annual Art and Humanities in Tieton, Washington
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Beauty Takes Flight
Sculpture W:20 H:24 in 2023
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Tanja Schlosser
Diana Laura Serrano Silva
Sculpture
Diana Laura received her Associate Degree at the Delaware College of Art and Design in 2018. From there, she continued her education at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, getting a Bachelor's Degree in 2020
Diana has participated in Group Exhibitions at Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Gallery (2023), Fisher Brooks Gallery and Gallery 7 at PAFA (2020), Anne Bryan Gallery (2019), Toni & Stuart B. Young Gallery (2018), Art One Gallery (2017), The Lancaster Museum of art and the Demuth Art Gallery (2016)
Most recently, Diana's sculpture " Positions" was accepted to be exhibited at The State Museum of Pennsylvania for their Art of the State Juried Exhibition, happening from September 10th, 2023, to January 7th, 2024 This same sculpture was awarded Diana Juror's Choice at the Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Gallery in Wayne, PA She was also a recipient of the James J and Frances M Maguire Artistic Excellence Scholarship from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts from years 2018 to 2020
El Ser (Being)
Sculpture W:8 H:14 in 2023
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Gina Whalen
Painting, Drawing
From a noticeably young age, Gina was attracted to the paintbrush and the feeling of putting paint on the canvas was exhilarating for her She was mesmerized by the colors, shapes, forms, and textures She developed a connection to the “universe” and blossomed into a Contemporary Abstract Artist. Gina is constantly exploring and experimenting with forms, lines, shapes, and vibrant colors
Gina’s approach to her artistic process o ers an expression into her own life’s experiences, dreams, memories, and spirituality During her time in college, Gina went ahead and studied the works of Jackson Pollock, Maurice Esteve, Paul Klee, and Pablo Picasso Gina tried to constructively implement into her motifs a sort of abstract realism, strictly using oils, acrylic paints, ink, and palette knives Gina has learned over the years to turn o my ego and paint from the soul thus giving her the opportunity to create from a peaceful place
Her work is a testament to her versatility and deep connection to her local environment Gina has showcased her art in a variety of community and international exhibitions throughout Hudson Valley, gaining recognition for her unique artistic voice.
Notably, her work has been featured at the Orange County Community College Art Gallery, Arts Mid-Hudson, and the Orange County New York Arts Council, HMVC gallery in NYC These platforms have highlighted her ability to transcend traditional boundaries of expression, making her a prominent gure in the regional art scene Gina continues to evolve her practice, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty and vibrant culture of her surroundings.
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Flora Incarnate: The Glass Garden Muse Series 3
Painting, Acrylic W:18 H:12 in 2024
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Anna Yakusheva
Illustration, Painting
Anna Yakusheva was born in 1991 in a small village Svetloye, Zaporozhye region, Ukraine. Since 2007 she started to study academic drawing and classical painting at art school
In 2013, she graduated from Zaporizhzhya National Technical University and received a diploma in interior design.
From 2012 to 2016 she worked in Kiev in SempreArte design studio Her projects participated in international interior design competitions and were published in well-known magazines She also painted paintings individually for the interiors of her projects
In 2016, Anna moved to England Finding herself in a new country and becoming a mum, she started to explore herself She developed an interest in the topic of emotional intelligence, psychology, esotericism, and various spiritual practices She also began to expand her art practice and to learn watercolour techniques and book illustration.
In parallel, Anna gave individual drawing lessons, created a series of illustrations for children's educational material and for a personal collection of children's books.
A major breakthrough in her creative activity occurred after studying at the Online Art Communication School by Julia Sysalova in 2023: in parallel with perfecting her skills, Anna began to actively pursue the development of her career as a global artist.
She is currently working on her solo autobiographical exhibition "The Path to Inner Freedom".
Her works are in private collections in Great Britain, Germany, Italy, America, Canada, Russia and Ukraine.
Yakusheva
Tim Arroyo
Photography
Tim Arroyo is a digital artist, photographer and Assistant Professor of Photography at the College of DuPage. Tim was selected to be on the rst Photoshop Advisory Council with Adobe, which emphasized mobile art with a focus on shaping Photoshop for iPad. He continues to be a member of the Photoshop PreRelease group and an Adobe Educator speaking at local photographic
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Tim Arroyo
Deborah Conway de Prieto
Painting
Deborah’s poetry and artwork are in anthologies: Across the Abyss, Between Literary Review, and The Global Question; she often is a moderator at CSULA and was the primary presenter at The Conference on Mesoamérica Continuity and Change, Mesoamerican History from Pre-Classical to the Colonial Era: “Art, Performance, Shamanic Activity and Ritual in Mesoamerica ” She presented: “Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Novohispana Feminist, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz in the 21st Century.” She presented at The Ojai Foundation and Charter Joseph Campbell Roundtable: “The Dream as Dream Text: Sor Juana, Creature of Fiction or Creature of Reality ”
Dr Deborah Conway de Prieto is a depth psychologist with a doctorate in depth psychology and two MA’s: a double major in Renaissance/ Composition Theory with a third in Mythology with an emphasis in depth psychology As an educator, she teaches Psychology in Literature and Mythologies Deborah also holds oneyear Jungian certi cations from both the “C G Jung Institute, LA” and the “Ireland Centre for Jungian Studies ” She accomplished rare manuscript training of Joseph Campbell and James Hillman texts at Opus Archives As secretary of a cultural foundation in Mexico [Secretaria, Fundación Cultural Ometeotle (MX)], she researches funding for Mesoamerican documentaries seeking co-production concerning sacred ceremonials and texts Her media page, “Dream Book,” features her artwork and the curation of artists and sacred texts. She has a forthcoming text entitled Answer to Dream, Jung, Hillman and Sor Juana As a ne artist, she creates mythopoetic images by constructing altars.
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Le transformationi de Gabrielle
Painting, Acrylic, Oil Color on Panel W:16 H:24 in 2000
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Xiaoyan Zhang
Painting
I was born in Chinese mainland. Immigrated to the United States in late 2012 and is now a resident of Texas. I've always liked painting, and I did traditional Chinese ink painting many years ago Started painting watercolors two years ago.
Living Smaller
Painting, Watercolor on Paper W:8 H:8 in 2024
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Xiaoyan Zhang
Anna Lasik
Fiber Art, Painting, Photography, Sculpture
Anna was born on June 4th 1984 in Warsaw, Poland to a family of artists. Throughout her education she has completed several programs and specialized degrees in art and fashion design:
• Graduated from Tadeusz Boy Żeleński High School - a division of the Maria Bratkowska Clothing Vocational School Complex in Warsaw with a fashion design track. (2006)
• Bachelor degree in Film and Stage Makeup at Warsaw School of Arts (2008)
• Graduate degree at Warsaw School of Arts in the Costume and Stage Prop Design Studio led by professor Andrzej Łubowski She defended her thesis in Painting under professor Błażej Ostoja-Lniski (2010)
• Masters degree in ne arts at the Academy of Film, Art and Design in Łódź, Poland with a major in Creative Costume Design under professor Monika Kanios-Stańczyk (2012)
• Post-graduate degree in pedagogy at the College of Social Studies in Łódź (UNS) with a major in art therapy under professor Marcin Siejda (2014)
Anna is also an avid B&W photographer and traveler. Her richly mixed media works with unconventional approach to form appeared in a number of both solo and group exhibitions in Poland and abroad.
She combines her creative drive with educational calling Anna teaches workshops and courses in painting, drawing, fashion design, stage costume design, art history, fashion design history, tailoring. In 2012 she founded the SUE ANNE ART STUDIO which in the past decade has served the local community and students of all ages and backgrounds. It has also attracted students from throughout the Warsaw area and other locations in Poland
She also teaches academic level courses and high school art classes.
Anna is a member of the Association of Polish Artists and Designers, the Friends of the Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw, and The Society for Encouragement of the Arts “Zachęta” in Warsaw.
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Mixed Media, Acrylic on Canvas W:20 H:20 cm 2023
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Anna Lasik
Karan Kalha
Painting, Illustration, Mixed Media, Drawing
My artistic journey began at a very young age fuelled by an unbound imagination and a passion for storytelling. I draw inspiration for my work from the eeting images that form on the surface of my mind when the light of the exterior world shines through.
Through my art I attempts to show connections I percieve between the physical and metaphysical world. My aim is to plant a seed of thought in the viewers mind that would come to life in their own mental landscape I enjoy using non conventional subjects and metaphors to creative my visual language I donot have a medium of choice therefore work in oil, acrylic, pastels, charcoal and mixed medium
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Mindscape 02
Drawing, Charcoal on Paper W:42 H:56 cm 2024
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Karan Kalha
Kai Barreda
Painting
My name is Kai & creativity isn’t what I do It’s simply who I am.
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Free Dancing
Painting, Oil Color W:36 H:18 in 2017
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Kai Barreda
Inna Nikolaieva
Painting, Graphics, Sculpture
Inna Nikolaeva was born in Ukraine and now lives in Vienna, Austria. She graduated from the Dnepropetrovsk Academy of Construction and Architecture with a degree in Architecture For several years she worked as an architect at a research institute in Dnieper
She specialized in icon painting, decorative arts and interior design Inna studied the color theory of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and the technique of the Swiss artist Gerhard Wagner
At 33, she began teaching art history, painting and sculpture.
She received a diploma from the International Waldorf Pedagogical Association and conducted seminars for teachers of drawing and modeling
After creating the rst series of paintings, she began working with Contemplative artists from Germany, Switzerland, Ukraine and the CIS Inna participated in the creation of the OST-WEST Society of Artists and organized group exhibitions. Inna organized plein airs and founded the Goethe Art Studio. Her teaching experience is 27 years
She also designed interior spaces and decorated interiors
Having received stage training at the Academy of Eurythmy, she participated in eurythmy performances and explored the relationship between di erent forms of art Inna implemented a project with the Ukrainian theater “Potoki” in Dnieper.
In 2022, due to the con ict in Ukraine, she had to leave her homeland and move to Austria This crisis event became a turning point in her life, and had a huge impact on her creative expression
Inna's works are in private collections around the world, including the USA, Greece, Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Ukraine. She exhibited her works in Ukraine (Dnepr, Odessa, Kyiv), Russia (Nizhny Novgorod), Switzerland (Dornach), Austria (Vienna)
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My Universe from the Country of my Heart series
Painting, Mixed Media on Canvas W:16 H:20 in 2023
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Inna Nikolaieva
Ronald Clegg
Photography
I majored in photography at the College of Center of Creative Studies In Detroit Michigan. Experimented in Molecular landscapes at Wayne State University, Directed Studies For over twenty years, I have worked professionally in small product advertising, architectural interiors, portraits, high school and college sports and other commissioned projects and special events I am a member of the Greater Detroit Camera Club Council, past president of the Photographic Guild. The Detroit Shutterbugs, The National Association of Photoshop Professionals, Photographic Society of America My images have be exhibited at; Detroit Artists Market, The Lawrence Street Gallery, The Live Coal Gallery, The Carr Center, Bedrock/Carr Center Celebrating Black Arts, Great Britain, Canada, The Republic of Ireland, Montenegro, Macedonia, Serbia, Argentina, France and China I am the owner of Magic Moments Sports Photography and Ridgedale Creative Studio
Eagle Over Water
Photography W:13 H:13 in 2019
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Ronald Clegg
Doreen Ellis
Painting
Creativity is a way of being. It is not a part of who I am, it is how I am. Although I studied art at the University of California at Berkeley, I received undergraduate and graduate degrees in Psychology, and became, and still am, a psychotherapist in private practice.
Now I am also calling myself an artist.
Over the last 20 years my attention to art has grown tremendously I've created more art than ever, exploring new mediums, like encaustic, gouache, and oil pastel
My paintings have been accepted from juried submissions at the Sedona Art Center, Artistonish Magazine43rd issue, and Verum Ultimum Art Gallery- Abstract Sanctuary, Las Lagunas Art Gallery- Botanical Art, and Red Blu Art Gallery, Open Call 2024 In addition, I've been published in Novum Artis Magazine, issues 002 and 003, Observica Magazine, Impulse Edition- 28th issue, Tranquilllum-2024 Annual Juried Exhibition and publication, Exibizone Seasons, Summer (3rd juried exhibition) and Spring 2024. Doors are and continue to open and I'm thrilled to say my art is being well received
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Montana Sunrise
Painting, Encaustic W:12 H:9 in 2024
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Doreen Ellis
Greg L. Gaskie
Painting
My earliest memories of having a creative spark were growing up in Arlington, TX, and receiving plastic vehicle models made by Ertl and AMT for my birthday, Christmas, or special events I developed a strong sense of craftsmanship putting those models together, but it wasn’t long before I got bored following the instructions and began customizing them by putting the front end of one car onto a di erent car or by modifying the fenders, doors, and hoods to create my own design. I have always felt more comfortable doing things my own way rather than following the norm
I began putting paint to canvas around 35 years ago but did not pursue it seriously until the pandemic forced us to stay at home and I needed a creative outlet for my ‘cabin-fever ’ I was inspired by an artist about my age, who began painting again after a 30-year hiatus He taught me that it is never too late to pursue your dreams, and that is a valuable lesson for anyone biafarin com/artist?name=greg-gaskie
Echo - Red
Painting, Acrylic, Oil Color on Canvas W:24 H:36 in 2022
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Greg L Gaskie
Melanie Gomez
Paper Art
After a long journey of discovery, I found myself and my passion for art-making. In 2019, I began to identify as an ARTIST and started working in 3D art forms at my studio in Chelsea
Education:
1995: ATC, TV Production Studies, Argentina
2002: English as a Second Language, Parsons and NYU, NYC
2007-2009: Fashion Studies, Parsons and F I T, NYC
2017 to present: Piano Studies, self-taught artist
Work Experience:
2001-2003: Production Assistant for "Chagall Films," Buenos Aires, Argentina
2005-2007: CEO Marketing, “Tres Productores Asociados,” Buenos Aires, Argentina
2012-2015: Storefront Creations, ALLEGRIA Boutique, Williamsburg, NY
2017-2019: Art installations for PS11 Spring Auction and Gala, NYC
2019: Costume design for “Wizard of Oz” at PS11, NYC
2021: Costume design for “Nuevo Tango Ballet,” NYC
2022: Costume design for “The Little Mermaid” at PS11, NYC 2023: Costume design for “Frozen” at PS11, NYC
2024: Costume design for “Addams Family” at PS11, NYC
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Melanie Gomez
Peter M Wach
Photography, Digital Arts, Mixed Media, Painting, Drawing, Illustration
Peter M. Wach is a photographer, art dealer and engineer. He has been capturing images for commission and for personal interest since 1972 His areas of specialty include Construction, Abstracts, Cloud Studies, Macro, and Industrial. Notable achievements have been the documentation of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame construction in 1994-95 and the revitalization of Cleveland in the runup to the Bicentennial in 1996 His work is represented at Vision Gallery in Jerusalem and in several public and private collections throughout the US and UK, including the Asheville Art Museum, NC
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Photography W:13 H:19 in 2002
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Peter M Wach
David Schafer
Photography
David W Schafer is an Adventure Photographer located in Denver, Colorado. He has a passion for ranching, education, travel, and photography and has combined all these in his chosen career David is a self-taught photographer. In 2013, he was the featured artist for the Arizona National Livestock Show. In 2023, he received the “Golden Camera” Award from the Universe of Colour Photography and the “Silver Camera” from the Noir Club of Black and White Photography as well as Photographer of the Year from both groups. David enjoys traveling and seeing the world He has traveled extensively across the U S and visited all seven continents Highlights of his travels include an African photo safari, cruises down both the Amazon and Nile Rivers, black water rafting in New Zealand, and an expedition to Antarctica David’s greatest reward is seeing someone ’ s face light up when they look at one of his photos and remember special moments in their life
Photography W:18 H:12 in 2021
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David Schafer
Marc Van Dermeer
Digital Arts, Painting, Photography
Marc is a multidisciplinary artist. The only son of the artist/sculpture/poet Carol Vandermeir Levy. Marc holds a BFA in lm from the Philadelphia College of Art (U'Arts) Marc's career path out of college was into the advertising lm and video industry. In 1985 in founded his sales and management company, CAM inc. In 2006, he left his company to focus entirely on art While his roots are in painting and lm, he incorporates mixed media elements with his work today. His work in photography is varied from bnw street, landscape, and abstract collage He was an early pioneer in digital art, and in 2002 he started to use digital painting, lters, and layering in his art Marc works from his studio in Connecticut He has attended workshops and classes at Silvermine Art's and the Contemporary Print Center for the past ten years Marc is best known for his multipledimensional layered collages, which draw inspiration from nature, light, and color
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Photography W:17 H:11 in 2022
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Angelica Vences
Painting
Classically trained in Barcelona, Spain at the Barcelona Academy of art and schooled at the University of Houston, I have been blessed to have many great teachers in my life My rst teacher, Nancy Hines, taught me classical gurative art techniques when I was 14. I have become enamoured with the style ever since. I grew up the daughter of an immigrant father and Mexican mother in Chicago and Houston My exposure to Latin cultures is re ected in my art.
I had several interests at the University of Houston majoring in English and Spanish while minoring in political philosophy Ever curious, I plan to return to Barcelona to complete my gurative artistic training and get an MFA at the University of Houston in painting
I specialize in mediums such as charcoal, oil paint, and acrylic paint My in uences range from classical artists such as Bouguereau and Velasquez to more contemporary artists such as Siqueiros and Kahlo
Self Portrait
Painting, Oil Color W:16 H:20 in 2022
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Angelica Vences
Luke Vest
Painting
Creating art is my way of dealing with the challenges and struggles I face in life. Growing up in Pensacola, Florida, I experienced loss and moments of isolation that shaped how I see the world These experiences pushed me to explore themes of life and death through my art. Each piece I create helps me remember the beauty and love that can get lost in the daily grind Art brings me joy and focus, even when I'm going through tough times.
My journey as an artist has taken me to di erent places, from the familiar surroundings of my childhood to the quiet isolation of a remote adobe hut in New Mexico These experiences have shaped my creative process, which is spontaneous and driven by intuition Art gives me a sense of purpose and connection to something bigger than myself
For me, art is a symbol of hope It’s a way to generate light in the darkness, much like the steady rhythm of the tides It reminds me of the connection we all share with the world around us, a connection that’s often hidden beneath the surface
When I feel like something important is missing, my art serves as a reminder that there’s still more to life It keeps me going, giving me strength to face my fears. My work is like a steady anchor in a chaotic world, o ering comfort and reassurance when things get tough
Each piece I create is a promise to myself to keep going, no matter what. My artworks are a source of strength, a way to protect myself from feeling lost or overwhelmed They remind me that even when things seem di cult, there’s always a way forward.
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Ichthyoalchemy
Painting, Gold Leaf, Oil Color, Silver Leaf on Linen W:72 H:51 50 in 2024
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Luke Vest
Yvonne Welman
Painting
After her education at the academy of arts Tilburg (NL). She worked as a teacher in arts and art history. To improve her qualities as a painter she took lessons in 16e and 17e centuries oil painting techniques
The artist works with open acrylics in a layering technique. She often integrates textile fabrics and other materials from her personal history
Her work has to be realistic, because she creates multifaceted and engaging paintings, that tell visual stories about her experiences and ideas
The stories cover gender equality, social issues, art history and personal issues
She does explore the Zeitgeist from a female view
Serendipity, time and technique each play their part during the process of creating the paintings It takes a lot of time to create her work, which makes it possible to add a new idea during the process This stands in strong contrast with all the super cial images that we are surrounded with most of the day
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Renate Dorrestein Writer
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:24 H:24 in 2016
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Yvonne Welman
OBSERVICA
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Impulse 2024
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