For portrait artist Robin Damore, a painting isn’t complete until two things occur: she’s adequately captured the spirit of the person or animal she’s painting and she’s overcome whatever challenge or lesson that painting has presented her. This criterion has led to an impeccable body of work and numerous awards (though Robin would never mention […]
Leah Kiser knew art was her calling from an early age. Even before she could draw, she’d ask others to draw pictures so she could watch the process. So, it came as little surprise that she went on to study art in college. But she didn’t initially start out in drawing. Instead, she went the […]
Artist-photographer Jon Linton believes art is life and so it’s hard for him to distinctly qualify when he knew art was his calling. He sees everything as art––from the glow of a desert sunset to a well-designed pen to an automobile. And perhaps it’s that eye and attention to detail that has made him so […]
Set on the path of becoming an engineer, Leah Rei made a somewhat surprising turn when it came time to apply for college. Something deep inside urged her to instead apply for the arts program. She listened to that voice and it’s led her on a rewarding and fulfilling journey. Leah has developed an eager […]
Elizabeth Butler’s oil paintings, which often depict floral scapes, are absolutely breathtaking. But beyond the vibrant color palette and beauty that emanates from these pieces, there’s a deeper story––one of transformation, self expression, and coming home. Initially, painting was a way for Elizabeth to find stillness amid the chaos of life. It was an outlet […]
For artist Diana Ferguson, beaded jewelry represents much more than wearable fashion. It’s sculpture, architecture and adornment that can evoke a personal sense of expression and creativity. And Diane finds her own sense of expression, and freedom, in the creation of each of her pieces. Though she’s always been a creative soul, Diana didn’t explore […]
Art has always been a part of Gregory Sievers’ life. At a very young age, he naturally took to drawing and his appetite for creativity only continued to cultivate as he grew up. But it wasn’t until after a stint in the US Navy that he found his way to painting. From there, a deep […]
Artist David Barkby was first introduced to the world of woodworking in his teenage years during a job at a cabinet shop. Fast forward 40 years, and while he’s still creating structural, wooden wall pieces, these rely on his creative eye rather than on a blueprint. The years spent in the cabinetry-making arena gave David […]
Picture this: a grand reading room with hot pink cats that at first glance look more like a pair of feathered boas. Or a totem pole stacked high with relics from your childhood like a potato chip bucket, Sylvester the cat mug, and Mickey Mouse. These are just some of the ideas swirling through the […]
Whimsical, playful, full of life. These are all words that describe Jim Budish’s sculptures that are sure to bring a smile. Jim’s early sculptures were realistic and representational but he felt they were lacking the joy and whimsy he wanted to express in his work. A lighthearted spirit, he seems to find joyful inspiration everywhere […]
