Artist StatementThe rare moment is not the time when there is something worth looking at but the moment we are capable of seeing it." ---- Joseph Wood Krutch The essence of the creative process has little to do with cameras lenses film type or megapixels.… Read more

Artist StatementThe texture shape and color inherent in beautiful gemstones pearls and 'found objects' are the inspiration for the collection. Details like hand carved mother of pearl leaves and flowers and 100 year old Hallmarked and engraved fobs make each one of a kind piece… Read more

Artist StatementMy work is fueled by an insatiable desire to explore our manufactured environment. I challenge myself to look upon the world in different ways. Throughout this eternal voyage across the visual landscape I capture images from a unique vantage point that document my experiences.… Read more

Artist Statement Acrylic painting on canvas board using colorful palette & texture to express Energy of Universe. Festivals Fall Festival of the Arts Media Painting: Acrylic Paint Booth Numbers Fall Festival of the Arts: 24 Read more

Artist StatementI have collected stones from a very early age and have always been mechanically inclined. My jewelry work allows me to use my torch hammers saws files etc in a creative way. All of my work is hand fabricated in my St Charles studio… Read more

Artist Statement I use a technique in my work called granulation. This means that all of the patterns in my jewelry are made up of individually placed tiny gold granules that are fused in place. My work combines this technique along with chasing and reppousse to… Read more

Artist StatementAs an Iowa native with a fascination for woods and cultures. I express myself through an ability to signify with wood NATURALLY" . Neither dyes stains or wood fillers are used. I depend on craftsmanship and the natural beauty of the wood to accomplish… Read more

Artist Statement Enrique Suarez was raised in Cuernavaca Morelos Mexico and came to America to further his education. He now resides in the Chicago area. He began to draw when he was 8 years old. He applies vibrant colors on wood or canvas using acrylics pumice… Read more

Artist Statement I am a Minnesota photographer specializing in nature and travel photography. I love the outdoors and enjoy being the explorer as well as the photographer. I use the camera as an excuse to go to some amazing places. Then I do my best to… Read more

Artist StatementAn ever evolving Shibori studio for 26 years hand dyeing discharging airbrushing 100% silk using the ancient Japanese techniques of Shibori. I am self taught with a passion for fiber and dyeing. Each work is hand manipulated using pipes board clamps and hand stitch… Read more