Architectural shapes and forms (both realistic and abstract) make up most of Iowan John Chehak’s Midwestern landscapes. Chehak is a masterful draftsman and painter, and is no stranger to mixed-media or three-dimensional work, either. His wide expanse of expertise and style make his artwork. . . read more
Only in exploring the cultures of remarkably different countries did oil painter Diana Marshall discover her love of painting. Originally from London, England, Diana’s hobby transformed into a career as she traveled from Germany to southern Spain before finally settling in County Galway in. . . read more
Vermont native and plein air artist Janet Bonneau is typically inspired by her state’s mountains, rivers and fields with due respect for their infinite beauty. Now, in light of a recent tragedy, she paints to raise awareness—as well as funds to be applied toward vet bills—for her. . . read more
Warm, sandy beaches. The vibrant blue of the ocean. A hammock rocking in a salty breeze. These are just some of the subjects that watercolor artist Jinx Morgan lives - and paints - for. . . read more
Ukrainian artist Yuri Pysar may be young, but his emotive, impressionistic paintings reveal the many years he’s spent enthusiastically pursuing his passion. Yuri’s artistic lessons first began in his native town of Rakhiv, where he studied from local artist M. Vorokhta. He majored. . . read more
Mixed media artist Cassandra loves creative projects with many different layers and elements, and doesn’t worry about trying to achieve perfection. With a focus on faith and family, Cassandra’s art is a reflection of her life and the obstacles she has overcome. It is visual proof. . . read more
There’s nothing coy about the magnificent koi paintings created by watercolor and gouache painter, Sousahne Mayes. She says, “While I love working on portraits, my passion is koi. There is an energy I draw upon that comes through my paintings when I work with koi. I seek to paint the. . . read more
What do cliffs and paddle steamers of the Murray, boats and wharves of Port Adelaide, and wheat fields of Yorke Peninsula have in common? Well besides their inherent beauty, they are all fascinating locations painted by German artist Peter Wallfried. Peter, who has lived in Australia since. . . read more
Living in beautiful Bucharest, Romania hasn’t stopped oil painter George Budai from traveling the world in search of equally captivating landscapes and city scenes. Throughout his travels, George has worked in settings both majestic and modest, primarily using water mixable oil colors. He. . . read more
Colorado artist Kellie Day creates fun-filled, quirky collages on canvas guaranteed to make you embrace your child-like wonder and indulge in your most. . . read more
A true lover of art and portraiture, San Francisco-based painter Akira Beard fully immerses himself into the creative world. Whether participating in exhibitions and art charities, or teaching art in his non-profit “Art With Elders” program and at his fine art anatomy class at the Academy. . . read more
Although Georgian artist Marie Hamby was inspired to draw as a child, it wasn’t until she was an adult that she picked up her first paintbrush. Marie hasn’t stopped painting since, and expresses her love of animals through thick, texturized strokes of a palette knife. Her medium of. . . read more
Pen and ink illustrator and historical author Mark Hilsden was in between jobs when he had a thought: why not draw houses for a living? While it may not be the most obvious change in occupation from his former bus driver position, thinking outside the box has served Mark extremely well. It. . . read more
Living on the southern coast of Western Australia gives professional landscape painter Michael Cartwright a vast array of delightful scenery to paint from. In this area, whimsical scenic towns collide with traditional local history, perfectly explaining where both of Michael’s plein air and. . . read more