The illustration and paintings of Sarah Williamson are simply wonderful, utilizing a few different techniques to bring forth her visual language. There is a major emphasis on the freedom of media (as she paints with wet-on-wet) and a love the…
I first spoke of the work of Gina Dawson when I saw it as part of a group show, Boundry Proof, at the Guest Spot Art Space in Baltimore. She created these amazing miniature funeral wreathes made out of paper.…
Jenny Harp is an artist living and working in San Francisco. Her mixed media work is an examination of our inner workings in relationship to culture. From her artist statement: My present work stems from tensions and comforts that reflect…
I first saw the work of Lisette Berndt, aka Thoka Maer, through her Tumblr, It’s No Biggie. I think I’ve mentioned how much I love animated GIFs, and was especially delighted to see the element of the hand in Lisette’s…
Just after I returned from my Christmas vacation, I received an unexpected package. Upon opening it, it was a trove from Never Press. Never Press is an independent publishing house that is based in Pasadena, California. They boast art books…
I’ve only recently begun to learn about cyanotype, which is photographic printing process that creates a cyan-blue print. Photosensitive solution is applied to a surface (such as paper or fabric), and left to dry in a dark place. Based on…
Laura Gee introduced herself to me, and upon visiting her website I found an illustrator who not only illustrates, but creates installations and curates as well. Laura’s own work utilizes simple, bold images and supporting text that’s often short and sweet.…
It has been a while since I have talked about the work of Ky Anderson, but I love it all the same. I enjoy Ky’s use of color, and despite their more muted characteristics, they are not muddled. And, if…
Anna Higgie is another artist today whose work focuses on the portrait. Stark contrast, fractured space, and meticulous mark-making are a few elements present in her work. Anna has worked for a number of different clients, including Nordstrom’s, Bloomingdales, and other…
These drawings by Liisa Kruusmägi are mixed media pieces that I really enjoy. There is a heavy emphasis on the face, with other lines simply indicating the body and clothing. It creates a nice push and pull of compositions. I…