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OBSERVICA
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Issue #30 Prime 2024
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Date: 30-Nov-2024
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Vasile Ştefănoiu
Sculpture
Vasile Ştefănoiu is a sculptor and lifelong art enthusiast. He draws, paints, and sculpts constantly an enduring passion since childhood
His credo is simple yet profound: “Art must have a message.”
Born in the mountain village of Ciuta, in Buzău County, Romania, Vasile grew up surrounded by a culture rooted in stone carving. The rhythmic sounds of hammers and chisels shaped his early world tools that brought stone to life It was here, working alongside his father, that he learned the technique of direct carving, creating large stone crosses adorned with angels
The shift from traditional craftsmanship to artistic expression began in his youth when he encountered Romanian sculptor George Apostu, who was carving abstract forms unlike anything made by local stonemasons That moment sparked a lifelong quest for deeper meaning in art
Vasile went on to study visual arts through specialized courses, immersing himself in the world of contemporary art He read extensively and visited museums and galleries across Europe and New York He now creates sustainable circular art, giving new life to recycled and repurposed materials In his hands, discarded marble often remnants from funerary monument builders is reborn. Using traditional tools like chisels, drills, and abrasives, he carves by hand with dedication and purpose
The same applies to his work with wood he selects the nest pieces from rewood and transforms them into sculpture
His sculptures are dynamic; the theme of movement is a recurring presence in his recent works. For Vasile, the contemporaneity of sculpture lies in conveying new messages through time-honored techniques shifting from form to content, concept taking the lead.
In some pieces, he revisits ancient legends from Greek mythology, placing them in modern contexts Inspired by transformation and metamorphosis, he invites viewers to see these timeless stories anew. When carving walnut wood, particularly on end grain cross-sections, he explores texture, contrast, and form, uncovering the organic rhythm of nature’s growth.
In all his work, he strives to evoke the sensation of the real, crafting images that blur the lines between authentic and arti cial, between the real and the unreal.
Vasile works with a range of materials stone, marble, wood, and stainless steel and his sculptures have been published and exhibited globally. biafarin
Sculpture, Carving on Stone
W:15 H:40 D:15 cm 2020
Theprayerisourdirectconnectionwithheavenbecausenomatterhowcomplicatedthetechnological achievements, theycanbedecipheredanalyticallyandhowsimplistictheyarecomparedtothemiracleof thecomplexityoflivingorganismsorthecosmicuniverseanditsmovements!IntheconstructionofprayerI focusedonthefactthatprayeritselfhasnothingtodowithageorgender, itispurespiritanditexists withinusThreedistinctelements:theheadbowedbeforethedivinity, foldedhandsinprayerandthe kneelingasasignofhumbleness (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
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Anna Sandler
Painting, Design, Drawing, Graphics
Anna Sandler was born and raised in Moldova, which was a part of former Soviet Union. Currently Anna lives in San Francisco, California From the early childhood she started to draw characters from the books She was attended art school, where she was actively participating in multiple art competitions. She still remembers how happy she was when her grandmother's portrait from life received 1st place in the capital city of Moldova Later Anna was accepted and graduated from Odessa State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture and received degree in Architecture Soon after graduation she immigrated to United States Currently Anna is a medical professional in frontline, but art has always been her passion She started using oil in 2016 and fell in love with this medium She also uses charcoal, soft pastel and watercolor She attended multiple local workshops and met many talented artists and teachers When pandemic started Anna was looking for other ways to paint people and virtual sessions became a great solution She started to draw and paint from home, inspired by models posing live on their computer screens
Painting, Oil Color on Panel W:16 H:20 in 2022 Thisismydaughter, whenshewastryingherHalloweencostume (ScanQRcodetolearnmore rateandcomment)
Anna Sandler
Ronald Walker
Painting, Drawing
I am an artist living and working in the Sacramento area of California. I hold both a MA as well as a MFA in painting and my work has been shown in more than 50 solo exhibits over the years
Around the Corner
Painting, Gouache on Board - Clay W:14 H:11 in 2023 Onenevercantellwhatliesjustaroundthecorner (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Ronald Walker
Cori Schuman
Sculpture
Cori Schuman is a ceramic artist residing in the Paci c Northwest with her two sons Her work primarily takes on abstract forms with maximalist tendencies Working mainly with clay but often adding in other materials, she creates vibrant, over-the-top designs reminiscent of Rococo’s extravagant and amboyant style She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Whitworth University in 3-dimensional art with a minor in art history She also received the Gallerium Editor’s Choice Award, the Art & Design Achievement Award, the Cli Mollendorf Scholarship, the Enhanced Talent Art & Design Award, and the Ben Frank and Jean Moss Purchase Award.
Schuman has had her work displayed in three publications, 14 collaborative exhibitions, a juried art auction, and had her work purchased for Whitworth University’s permanent art collection. She is currently preparing for two solo exhibitions in 2025
Vixen
Sculpture, Stoneware on Acrylic Print W:12 H:17 in 2024
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Cori Schuman
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, and pets
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 736 International exhibits. She has garnished 1126 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, 40 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”, March Artists & Illustrators Art magazine, the cover of the July Artistonish Magazine, Observica Elite 2024,and the most recent Art Close Up Magazine #26, January 2025 She has been featured in over 600 international publications Cher’s works have found a permanent home in private and public collections worldwide
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Cher Pruys
Peggy Stokes
Photography, Painting, Assemblage, Drawing
At the age of 81 years old, I nd my passion for my art is getting more intense every day. I was a photographer for 35 years and then turned to painting Now I am combining both of these mediums and having a wonderful time.
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Peach Soebet
Photography, Color Photography on Canvas W:24 H:36 in 2022
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Peggy Stokes
Gaelon Davis
Digital Arts
I have lived on the big island of Hawai'i for about 4 years now, which has been a very healing and supportive place for me I'm originally from Arcata in the redwoods of Northern California, and I lived in LA for many years, getting an education in contemporary jazz. I performed and recorded there for close to a decade before moving back up north, where I birthed my artist persona, Redwood Wizard, live painting at local events That quickly became something I gave myself entirely to, working on speed painting intuitive works within a 3-4 hour time frame This led to live painting at festivals on the road and, ultimately, to large-scale mural work, which I do now with a high frequency here on the big island of Hawai'i I'm currently working on a zodiac series, as well as new personal works, compiling and editing an art book, and working on a new record
I Have A Voice
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:16 H:20 in 2023
thispieceevokesafeelingofvocalexpression, andconnectiontotheearth itisrepresentativeofthe archetypeoftaurus, andispartofmyzodiacseriesofpaintings (ScanQRcodetolearnmore rateandcomment)
Gaelon Davis
Mykola Hurmak
Sculpture
With over 15 years of experience in the ne art of sculpting, I have honed my skills in various techniques, including easel and monumental sculpture My work has graced towns and communities, often winning contests and being showcased in international symposiums and exhibitions. As an educator, I have mentored aspiring artists, instilling in them a strong foundation in sculpting, molding, and casting I am proud to have contributed to the manual “Medal Art,” which explores the history and fundamentals of this art form. My commitment to the arts extends beyond the classroom, as I have reached out to galleries to exhibit my works and shared new principles and approaches to sculpting
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The Way of Sun
Sculpture W:16 H:24 in 2010
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Mykola Hurmak
Sharon James
Glass Art
My ongoing fascination with glass in its many forms has been a journey of personal evolution through the years and has delivered me to this current mystical space, deep in thought All my art glass, large work has deep meaning and I must feel inspired to create the piece. Each holds precious positive energy that goes out into the world and nds its way into a new location Art glass is the perfect natural material to deliver color, sparkle and joy into a room. I hope you love it as I do.
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Drops of Jupiter
Glass Art, Glass Fusing Art W:9 H:18 in 2024
DropsofJupiterwascreatedtocelebrateJupiter'sfavorabletransitintotheastrologicalsignofGemini Jupiterwasdesignedwithhandpulled, variegatedvitrigraphbulbsthatdropdowntopoolatthebaseofthe work Thejoyfuldancing gureisclothedwithatransparentiridescentgown (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Sharon James
JoAnn Teel
Mixed Media
Life-long and long-life mixed media artist who uses discarded packaging and found objects to create mesmerizing work
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Assemblage, Mixed Media W:12 H:34 in 2023
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JoAnn Teel
Faye Wu
Painting
I have been doing watercolour painting for about 7 years.
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Painting, Watercolor W:15 H:10 in 2023
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Faye Wu
Richard Allen
Drawing, Painting, Photography
I've been an artist my entire life, formally untrained but progressing in both content and quality. Having been an educator for many years, I also intend my artwork to create a form of epiphany, much in the style of abstract and modernist works. biafarin com/artist?name=richard-allen
Menagerie No. 1
Drawing, Color Pencil, Pen-Ink Drawing on Paper - Cotton W:20 H:16 in 2024
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Richard Allen
Alain Rouschmeyer
Painting
Alain Rouschmeyer studied Fine Arts in Metz and graduated from the School of Decorative Arts in Strasbourg as well as the National School of Architecture in Lyon; he is an architect by training and an urban draftsman with a passion for sketching; he has been an artist since childhood. He is a painter of the living who draws his source from reality He mainly paints on medium format canvases as windows open onto an extravagant universe. As a good observer of the world, he analyzes the wandering of humans through crossed spaces and their gestures This active approach allows him to capture the essence that animates everyday life and draw inspirational poetry from it His artistic itinerary invites him to work in architecture, in which he likes to re ect on living spaces and the transversalities that de ne their uses Like an analytical poet, Alain Rouschmeyer's work navigates between reality and intimacy, revealing attachment and detachment according to a conscious will He explores the hidden dimension of everyday life that never ceases to challenge us, like jazz music or warm blues Improvisation remains an important aspect of his artistic language Rhythm, counterpoint and the search for harmony sustain a free, vibrant and spontaneous painting The painter manages to echo the noises of our lives The romanticism of which he fully assumes the contemporary and timeless expression inhabits the support as an implied space. Between the experience of reality and ctitious images, the artist moves us by the closeness and sensitivity of his works
Summer Lovers
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:100 H:100 cm 2024
Everythinghadbeenperfectlyorchestratedforthismomentofcomplicityattheendofthepontoon Shehad justdonehermorningswiminthelake Comingoutofthewater, shiveringalittledespitethesun, shehad driedherselfo carefullywiththebathtowel whilehehadpreparedanaperitiftrayforthemboth withcold drinksandsmallsaltedcookies Then, asiscustomaryinlatesummer, theysettleddowntogetheronthe deckchair, asmuchinloveasontheir rstday Meanwhile, alaughingseagullhadtakenitsplaceonthe woodenpost Wasitthesameonethathadvisitedthemlastweek?
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Alain Rouschmeyer
Patrice Le Pera
Painting
Patrice Le Pera is a distinguished portrait artist known for her Holbein oil paintings that vividly depict the sacred and cultural traditions of Native American tribes Her work aims to immortalize these traditions and beliefs, recognizing the power of imagery to shape societal attitudes and preserve cultural heritage
With a diverse background, Patrice has illustrated children's books in collaboration with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, as well as projects like "Raggamu ns" and "The Hallowe’en Pledge." Her contributions extend to designing educational materials, such as a tribal dictionary to support language preservation e orts
A former Illustrator Coordinator for SCBWI and an active member of WASCO and the Windsor Arts Council, Patrice has also worked as a digital photographer and graphic designer. Her paintings have been showcased at prominent venues like the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and the Hembree House Gallery
Her varied career includes notable roles such as an opera singer and a senior contract administrator for NASA’s Space Station program. Patrice's global experience in negotiating contracts for embassies and NATO has deepened her appreciation for diverse cultural practices.
Driven by a profound respect for sacred traditions, Patrice has dedicated herself to capturing these disappearing cultures through her art As noted by Marjorie, a Tribal Healer, "The work you are doing for us will still be valid in 200 years."
Appraisal Conclusion: Andrés Gómez appraises Patrice Le Pera’s work, speci cally "STARLIGHT & FIRELIGHT DREAMS," as a masterpiece with intrinsic value far beyond its visual appeal The painting’s historical signi cance, coupled with Le Pera’s esteemed reputation and the rarity of her work, underscores its substantial value. The piece stands as a timeless vessel for cultural perpetuity, making it a signi cant and valuable addition to any collection.
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Sunrise Dancers
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:40 50 H:33 in 2024
TheSunriseDancersaredancingaprayerofthanks ThetimehascomefortheGreenCornFestival, andthe DancersassembleinthedarkalongtherockyEasterncoastlinewiththeirbasketsfullofthegreencorn harvest Asthesunrises thelineofDancers(withawaterdrummer nowshown)thanktheirCreatorforthe harvestwiththeirdance Framed405x325 (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Patrice Le Pera
Nola Steuer
Painting
I grew up on a three-generational farm with my parents, sister, and grandparents. Though I'd been making art and drawing since I was very young, I really started to self-study art in high school and delved deeper into my artistic education in college. I received a BFA in Studio Arts from Cal Poly Humboldt (Although they were just Humboldt State at the time) Since college, I've been utilizing my time making personal works and honing my skills with watercolours. I currently live and work in Corvallis, Oregon.
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Oblivious to Atlas's Burden
Painting, Watercolor W:11 H:13 50 in 2020
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Nola Steuer
Farida Ali Painting
My genre of art is photo realism. My purpose is to express the beauty of people, birds, animals, orals, landscapes and monuments and capture their true essence I am particularly passionate about painting nature, birds and animals and work hard to bring awareness of saving the environment on Planet Earth. Though I have done drawing, fabric art, glass art, my main focus is oils on canvas and birch wood Painting has been a spiritual journey throughout my art career.
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Rondale with Scooter
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:22 H:30 in 2024 Thisbeautifulportraitshowcasestheloveofamaster(whohascrossedovertotheotherside)forhis
Farida Ali
Diana Groh
Painting, Sculpture, Illustration
The value of a piece extends beyond the surface it is built upon, and the materials used to create it. For a portrait, the story being told may highlight a life remembered, capture a eeting moment, or illustrate the bonds between us. My passion as an artist is to nd the voice of that story through the colors, textures, shadows and light that will tell it the strongest
After studying Art and Visual Communications with a B F A from the University of Delaware, I have continued to approach the art I create as poetry As boundless as the inferences made and emotions felt while viewing a piece, I love exploring the intersection between the shapes and physical attributes of what we see, as metaphors of the stories we tell
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Mom Dancing While Drafting Letters From Greenview
Illustration, Oil Color on Canvas
W:24 H:30 in 2021
Thisisatributetothedraftingprocessthatawriterexperiences, swimmingthroughtheangstofcreative development Itrepresentstheauthor ndingnewperspectivesandseeingkernelsofoldideasindi erent ways Throughthesepeaksandvalleys,youwillseeMomdancing! (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Diana Groh
Edward Donald
Drawing, Painting, Video, Digital Arts, Mixed Media, Performance Art, Paper Art, Installation, Photography
American artist Edward M. Donald most recent exhibitions included his work at the Art Box Gallery/Zürich, Switzerland; Art Metropole Europe, Barcelona, Spain; The Extended Body, International Art Exhibition, London, UK; Art Box/Eduardo Lira Art Gallery, Miami; Art Expo, Zürich, Switzerland; Art Box, Basel, Switzerland; Art Box/Strico Gallery, New York; The Scarab Club for artists, Detroit; The Brooklyn Art Library, New York; and College for Creative Studies, Faculty Exhibition, Detroit, USA. Recently, his work has captured the interest of collectors in North America and Europe
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Variations – Before
Drawing, Mixed Media on Paper W:17 H:21 in 2017
Nakeddepressionfoldedontoitselfandalone (ScanQRcodetolearnmore rateandcomment)
Edward Donald
Karen Baughman
Painting
Although I have been educated in the graphic design eld, I practice ne art. I am primarily self-taught. In 2003, I co-founded a non-pro t organization, the Redondo Beach Art Group (RBAG), and it is still a thriving art group committed to learning, creating, exhibiting and teaching workshops in our community. I have worked as an interior designer for over 30 years but am now a full-time artist I’m currently in two shows in Southern California but have shown in New York and several international shows. My “Orchid” was juried into “Artistonish 47” magazine My artistic journey thus far, has been been an exciting and rewarding one
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Margo
Painting, Acrylic, Encaustic W:24 H:30 in 2024
AfterthelongtrekuptheGreatWallofChina, Margorestedinanopeninginthewall, marvelingatthe beauty Theinspirationofthispiecewastheemotionthatwasconveyedinherpostureandthebathingof sunlightthatwassointense almostmakingpartofherdisappearintothesky (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Karen Baughman
Taehyub Lee
Painting
Taehyub Lee is a painter and print designer, born in Daegu, Korea on June 15th, 1984. She immigrated to the United States in 2009, where She lived in New York and studied at the National School of Art and Design and Art Students League of New York.
She has a special commission collection, Portrait of Kim McLane Wardlaw for its 25th anniversary. She is an American lawyer and jurist serving as a U S Circuit judge of the U S Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit since 1998 She is the rst Hispanic American woman to be appointed to a federal appeals court
She exhibited in the Annual shows at the Salmagundi Club in NYC, American Professional League and Her work was noticed by Art Renewal Center as a nalist
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Painting, Oil Color W:40 H:36 in 2024
Icapturedthebehindsceneofpassionatedancer (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Pink Kimono
Taehyub Lee
David Mason
Drawing, Painting
California native, currently living in Truckee. Both of my parents are artists and also growing up in Carmel gave me a great creative environment Discovering photography very early, around ten, helped me nd my unique vision and sense of aesthetics. I was always drawing, guring it out on my own. In college, Cal Poly SLO, applied art and design with photography were my studies To give myself time to nd my direction and style I landed in the restaurant business, so the night time career was supporting my art career. I found opportunities exhibiting my art through out California and Scottsdale Az through gallery features Dealing with the demands of life there have been slow times, and challenges, but currently and for the past few years I am constantly working and making my most exciting work
Just Looking
Drawing, Acrylic, Color Pencil, Gold Leaf, Graphite Drawing on Paper W:24 H:30 in 2024
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David Mason
Alex Ruiz
Painting
My name is Alex Ruiz i was born in New jersey in 1986 but i am currently living in Miami. My parents are from Colombian and feel this roots has been in uenced deeply the expression of my art I am graphic designed from the FIU where everything changes, this place full of creative energy inspired me to continue for this colorful path
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Like a Rainbow
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:48 H:48 in 2022
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Alex Ruiz
David W Schafer
Digital Arts, Photography
David Schafer's journey into the world of art emerges like a delicate revelation amidst the vast expanses of nature and the rhythm of rural life Born and raised in the heart of Northwest Missouri, Schafer's childhood was an idyllic mosaic of pastoral adventures and myriad encounters with animals on a farm. The early years, marked by a joyous symphony of natural beauty, subtly ignited a fascination within him one that would later blossom into an insatiable love for photography.
Despite an initial path veering towards the sciences Schafer holds a B S degree in Animal Science, followed by an M S and a PhD in Animal Breeding and Genetics his artistic inclinations quietly lingered It wasn't until his mid to late 30s that he began to seriously cultivate this passion Carrying his camera like a silent companion, Schafer captured ephemeral moments of beauty and spontaneity during his notable career managing ranches and research facilities for Colorado State University and the University of Arizona Untethered by formal artistic lineage, Schafer carved his niche through sheer determination and an inquisitive spirit His self-taught pro ciency was augmented by attending various workshops, where he honed his skills and perfected his craft His art, imbued with inspiration drawn from the splendor of nature and the allure of global travel, re ects experiences across seven continents. Each photograph carries a fragment of the diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes he has encountered
Schafer's subject matter exudes an undeniable connection to his roots in agriculture and his adventures around the world His creative process begins in the eld, capturing the essence of a moment with precision With the transformative power of Photoshop and other imaging software, he elevates these captures into evocative pieces of ne art His technique, a blend of meticulous observation and bold experimentation, lends authenticity and distinctiveness to his work.
His art is a testament to his unique worldview an amalgamation of technical expertise, emotional depth, and a profound appreciation for the natural world. Schafer's images resonate not just as photographs, but as visual odes to the beauty that pervades our surroundings This perspective has garnered him recognition, including accolades such as the 2024 People's Choice Award at the 22nd Annual Exploring the Light Photo Show, numerous Golden and Silver Camera Awards, and the prestigious titles of Photographer of the Year by both the Universe of Colour Photography and the Noir Club of Black & White Photography.
Schafer's work has been exhibited alongside esteemed photographers in shows like the Greg Lawson World Tour Exhibitions in Sedona, Las Vegas, and Scottsdale. He was the featured artist at the 2013 Arizona National Livestock Show, further establishing his place in the art world His memberships in Professional Photographers of America and other artistic communities re ect his commitment to the craft and continuous improvement. Beyond the accolades and exhibitions, Schafer's art is a re ection of his intrinsic values and beliefs He endeavors to share the sublime beauty of nature and his global travels with a broad audience, reminding us to pause and appreciate the splendor that surrounds us His work underscores the integral role of art in society, urging us to admire and preserve the beautiful moments in our lives.
David Schafer's artistic narrative is one of passion realized, skills self-taught and shared generously, with the ultimate goal of enriching human experience through the universal language of photography
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Rustic Lick of Elegance
Photography, Digital Photography W:12 H:12 in 2021
"RusticLickofElegance"isa12x12photographcapturingthequirkycharmofaHighlandcowmid-lick The richhuesofitsshaggybrownhaircontrastagainstadark, smokybackground Thisplayfulandelegantpiece addsrusticcharmandlivelycharactertoanyspace (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
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Mark Shevetone
Painting
Born in Beacon NY, Mark is an artist based in Las Vegas known for his impressionist paintings that capture people, places and all the events in his life Timeless and tasteful, or modern and messy, images in his life demand to be examined. Mark mainly uses acrylic paint to create highly textured, three-dimensional works on canvas
A graduate of San Jose State’s art program, Mark’s rst in uence was his great uncle Alfred Pizzarelli, an artist from New York City in the 1950’s-60’s He used to look at all Alfred’s wonderful paintings and wonder “Who are these people?” and think they were trying to speak just to him by way of expressions and surrounding colors
Mark’s paintings are meant to burst with energy, life and texture hoping that they might speak to the viewer in some way You can catch Mark’s artwork around Las Vegas in restaurants, wineries and local galleries
When Mark’s not working, he’s spending time with his wife Alicia and their English bulldog Belma hoping to catch the next expression to put on canvas.
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Enchanted Evening
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:48 H:36 in 2024
WhenAutumntakesholdyoucanalmostfeelthechangeofweatherinyoursoul EnchantedEvening celebratesthechangingoftheseasonsintheBambooForest (ScanQRcodetolearnmore rateandcomment)
Mark Shevetone
Robert Snyder
Ceramic Art, Sculpture
I started life as a painter. I was mentored by Ilya Bolotowsky and Ibram Lassaw. I worked with notables such as Willem DeKoonig, Jasper Johns, Roy Lichtenstein, Alphonso Ossorio and Larry Rivers I worked as curator at The Parrish Museum in Southampton, The Guild Hall Museum in Easthampton, The Metropolitan Museum / Queens Museum and lectured at the Cloisters And worked closely with Victor D’Amico on the “Barge” for the Museum of Modern Art.
I started making pottery when taking my Master’s degree in painting at Pratt Institute Little did I know that pottery would turn out to be my passion My work was a feature story on the Fine Living Channel’s program Back to Basics
It’s hard to make a living as an artist so I became an advertising Executive Creative Director/Art Director and lm director I ran several agencies, served on their Board of Directors, owned my own agency and managed healthy pro ts for my clients My strength is seeing the big picture, growing organizations, and optimizing pro tability, with an emphasis on quality.
I work primarily in porcelain. I was strictly a wheel throwing potter. The pandemic opened me to avenues I hadn’t explored Now hand-building is part of my wheel thrown pieces I take real world objects as inspiration and create them in my vision. Cultural insights and 30 years as an advertising Creative Director create new paths to explore
I believe pottery is the bond between the earth, art, and utility and serves as our emotional connection to our environment. The surface decoration is a blank canvas to capture an idea, convey a feeling, add a tactile element, accentuate a prominent pattern or shape
I was an adjunct professor at The Art Institute of Phoenix, CMO at Arizona Clay Association and board member of the American Advertising Federation.
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Robert Snyder
Jun Yan
Sculpture
Jun Yan is a ne artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who draws inspiration from his Buddhist background to create art that goes beyond the surface His works focus on animals and nature, expressing a pure internal power. Using clay, ceramic, resin, and bronze, he sculpts a diverse range of pieces that embody a philosophy of stillness and connection among all natural forms of life
Having lived, studied and worked in the United Kingdom, France, China, and the United States for the past 15 years, the artist holds a Bachelor's degree in Costume Design from ESMOD Fashion University in Paris After working in the fashion industry, he shifted to three-dimensional works, initially experimenting with digital sculpting and 3D printing to transform garments His creations, once showcased in the runways and museums, now re ect a broader exploration of sculpting in uenced by diverse cultural experiences and a search for a deeper connection to the world around us
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The Grounding Power
Sculpture
W:24 H:36 in 2024
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Jun Yan
David Miner
Painting
I started playing in bands as a bass player at the age of 13 and started getting paid for it at 15. During my second semester of college as an art major, I got an o er to go on a 3-month road trip with a band So, I dropped out of college and ended up being in the music business as a musician, producer, and composer for nearly four decades During that time, I got to work with some of the most talented & biggest names in the industry, including Leon Russell, Bread and Dave Mason to name a few. Though I still play bass fairly often, I mostly retired from the business side of things in 2008 and began working in multimedia, making a full circle back to what I was aiming for in college
After redecorating my living room in 2019, I had a large blank wall and wanted to nd a painting of the bass I owned early on in the music business I couldn’t nd anything I really liked, and gured I would just paint one myself I was pleasantly surprised by the nished painting and the process So, I decided to work on a series of musical instruments that I either have owned or that otherwise played a role in my music career
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Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:48 H:24 in 2020
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David Miner
Marvin Shafer
Sculpture,
Painting
Undergraduate degree in Fine Arts, University of Illinois Champaign. Double major in Sculpture and Jewelry. Some graduate school work I then began my real work, making commissions and unique pieces of art for thousands of customers and hundreds of corporations and Museum stores. My inspiration is and always will be is to bring color, design and balance to life biafarin com/artist?name=marvin-shafer
Sculpture on Aluminum W:40 H:24 D:40 in 1998
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Marvin Shafer
Ailene Vrana MacDougall
Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture
A Toronto-born artist, currently resides in Innis l, Ontario, Canada.
Throughout her adult life, Ailene expressed her creativity through representative subject paintings in oils, acrylics, and pen & ink - mainly urban and landscape imagery She is embracing the challenge as an abstract colorist in mixed media with her driving passion for colour, composition and detail that builds a vibrant, unique and fresh contemporary style
Now retired from business careers, Ailene is fully embracing the third chaper of her life as an artist A largely self-taught creative, she brings her expertise in corporate strategy and franchise ownership to building her brand and gaining global exposure With her focus now entirely on her art, Ailene is nally dedicating herself to her lifelong passion full-time
Most recently she won rst place in the 2024 BAC September People’s Choice with her work – “Montreal Fall Jazz”. Her work has also been selected to be displayed in the Ontario Legislative Assembly, Toronto, Ontario, Canada - from January 2025 for 12 months
FromAilene
“As an adopted child, I always wondered about the origin of my artistic and creative inclinations. In 2018, I reunited with my birth mother, who had spent her entire career in the art industry, providing the answer to that question!“
"I love colour, and my recent struggle has been to relinquish control to the abstract creative process. Shifting my focus from landscapes, I revel in the freedom to create vibrant works that can transform the spaces they inhabit. My style uses the collision of paints, fabric, paper, and other mediums. I want the viewer to be captured by the vibrant colours and composition of the "chaos" and get drawn in closer so they can embrace the structure in the detail.”
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Vortex - Red River
Mixed Media on Paper - Cotton W:8 H:8 in 2023
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Ailene Vrana MacDougall
Sophia Wroblewski
Drawing
Sophia Wroblewski is a queer artist based in Albuquerque New Mexico. Sophia spent her rst few years of life in the northern Maryland area but moved to Santa Fe, NM at age 12 After completing high school Sophia attended the Jesuit University of Regis in Denver, Colorado. However, she wanted to explore her art in a more familiar and comfortable setting, allowing her art and overall style to evolve and expand Sophia moved right down the road from Santa Fe to Albuquerque, NM to be in the place she so desired. Sophia will receive her BFA in Studio Art at the University of New Mexico in the winter of 2024 Sophia’s primary focus is on traditional and digital drawing in the 2-D form all of her work has a geometric and abstract feel to them Sophia uses the inspiration of East Coast and Southwest to help fuel the ideas that she has experienced throughout her life to create her very complex layouts and subject matters
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Obscure Outburst
Drawing, Pen on Paper W:14 H:17 in 2024
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Sophia Wroblewski
Tatiana Grudinina
Mixed Media, Painting, Graphics, Enamel Art, Digital Arts, Photography, Illustration, Print - Limited, Drawing
Tatiana is an artist from California, USA, educated in Moscow and continues her career to this day. Tatyana participated in many exhibitions and plein airs organized by the Moscow Union of Artists In 2014, she moved to the USA, where, inspired by Californian nature, she created a series of works, “California Breeze” Life in America and creative searches gave new impetus to her creativity In addition to painting, Tatiana continues to engage in competitive swimming, which helps her maintain mental and physical balance. Her life philosophy and stoicism help her overcome di culties and strive for the best version of herself Tatiana is full of new creative ideas and enthusiasm, continuing to inspire with her love for life
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Young Man With Apple
Painting, Oil Color on Canvas W:23 H:31 in 2012
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Tatiana Grudinina
Faith Avianna
Painting
I have been creating art my entire life. As a child who was constantly moving I loved escaping into books, for me they were something solid I could rely on when I had to venture into a new way of life After I made my rst creation, I realized that I could explore a world of my own imagination, and I haven't let that go since. While I did slow for a few years limiting myself to doodles and hobbies, I picked up a paintbrush for the rst time in 2019 and have been using painting as an outlet for the changes I have endured since that little girl who loved to get lost in her books
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Painting, Acrylic on Panel W:10 H:13 in 2023
Faith Avianna
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Garry Bibbs
Sculpture
Dr. Garry R. Bibbs is a Full Professor with expertise in sculpture and printmaking at the University of Kentucky, College of Fine Arts, School of Arts and Visual Studies, is head of the Sculpture Area in Art Studio area, and the MFA Graduate advisor. He has taught and created art at the University of Kentucky for the last 34 years.
Education:
Graduated with a B S degree with honors in Arts Studio from Kentucky State University, a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Kentucky, and a 1986 Ford Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Chicago Art Instituteand an assistant to Renowned artist Richard Hunt, Chicago Il Public Art Commissions:
Greater than 39 public art commissions throughout the eastern regional states Kentucky Commissions include Norton Commons Lyric building/Bristol Development group, Louisville Ky, Lexington Senior Center, Lexington Urban County Gov , The UK Gatton Economics Building, the Frankfort Ky New Transportation Building, Kentucky
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Garry Bibbs
Tracy Breithaupt
Painting
I made the exciting leap from upstate New York, to Boulder, Colorado, right after college, inspired by the stunning mountains that have fascinated me since childhood Having lived in Colorado for many years, I remain captivated by the breathtaking beauty and the ever-changing colors and textures each season brings. I cherish every moment in this beautiful landscape, never taking the natural wonder that surrounds me for granted
As a wife, mom, and passionate artist, I nd immense joy in the company of family and friends When I’m not working as an Events Director, you can often nd me outside hiking scenic trails, working on our ower and vegetable gardens, and painting I also love cooking, and experimenting with new recipes Our dog Kona adds even more joy to our adventures Life is a wonderful journey, and I’m grateful for every moment!
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Rainy Day
Painting, Alcohol Ink W:21 H:20 in 2021
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Tracy Breithaupt
Milton Gore
Digital Arts, Painting, Graphics
Milton Gore was raised in North Carolina and is the current business owner of MG Visual Studios, LLC. He also works as a Higher Education professional to help students succeed through their college journey When he was younger, he realized his passion for art coupled with a hard work ethic. Milton attended UNC Pembroke for his B A in Fine Arts focused on Digital Art and Illustration, and UNC Wilmington where he received his Master’s in Higher Education Leadership focusing on Student A airs.
Milton specializes in graphic material for branding purposes, photorealism for human portrait drawings, and digital artwork focusing on people He started MG Visual Studios, LLC to work with businesses, organizations, and individual brands to create graphic design material including logo designs, advertisements, cover designs, and strategic marketing plans Milton has a very strong support system including his family, close friends, SAAB family, and most importantly his son Waylon
Digital Arts, Digital Painting W:32 H:32 in 2024
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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 biafarin com/artist?name=eric-lintala
He Said She Said
Sculpture, Steel W:14 H:12 in 2024
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Elaine Partnow
Photography
Born and raised in Los Angeles, I’m an actor, writer, and photographer with a lifelong dedication to creative expression I’ve been recognized in each eld, earning six Best Actress festival awards for my role in the feature lm “Slipaway,” and publishing 18 books, including "The Quotable Woman, the First 5,000 Years," now in its 6th edition since its 1978 release Now, at 83, I’m diving deeper into photography a passion that’s led me to some wonderful milestones. Recently named one of the top ten emerging artists by the Culver Arts Organization, I was sponsored to exhibit at the 5th Annual Walk and Roll Festival in 2024, where I made my rst sales! A board member even dubbed me the “Grandma Moses of photography ” Photography has given me a new lens through which to share the world, allowing me to capture life’s small wonders and hidden details I hope that after viewing my photographs, people will see trees, and perhaps the world around them, with fresh eyes and deeper appreciation
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Gorilla
Photography W:8 50 H:11 in 2021
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Elaine Partnow
R. Wayne Reynolds Painting
R. Wayne Reynolds was born on February 22, 1953, and received his BFA in Painting from Maryland Institute College of Art, in 1975 A visit to the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian's Natural History Museum at the age of ve made an impermeable impression that formed the foundation for his lifelong love of art and nature and set the standard for his work as a visual artist
His work has been exhibited in Museums and International Art Fairs that include:
2024 Solo Show, Fifty Years, Satellite Art Gallery, LES New York, New York
2022 Solo Show, Satellite Art Fair, Art Basel, Miami Florida
2018 Scope Art Fair, Basel Switzerland Arte Ponte Gallery
2017 Satellite Art Show, during Miami Art Week, Miami Florida
2014 The Red Dot Art Fair during Art Basel in Miami Florida
1974 The Baltimore Museum of Art Biannual, Baltimore Maryland
1974 The 19th Area Exhibition, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington DC
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COVID-19 vs. Our Vaccine
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas W:32 H:29 in 2021
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R Wayne Reynolds
Carla Rokes
Photography, Painting
Carla Rokes is a multimedia artist based in Wilmington, NC. Her work blends several practices together including collage, drawing, painting, digital, photography, and lm Her artwork has been shown in exhibitions and lm festivals nationally and internationally including New York, Los Angeles, Italy, Australia, Germany, and South Korea Recent creative research focuses on eco-anxiety and its impact on mental health and well-being
She has been teaching studio art at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke since 2003, where she served as Gallery Director from 2008-2014 and Art Department Chair from 2015-2023 Her areas of concentration are Drawing, Digital, and Design
Rokes received a B F A in Drawing from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (1994) and an M F A in Painting from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York (2003)
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Untitled 12
Drawing, Mixed Media on Board W:8 H:8 in 2024
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Carla Rokes
Emmarie Rossiter
Mixed Media, Painting, Graphics
I am a graphic designer and painter based in Fort Worth, Texas. I graduated from Baylor University last December with a BFA in graphic design I am always looking to create and trying to ll my life with art as much as possible. My grandmother Berniece Bratton was the one who introduced painting to me when I was in elementary school and it has been the thing I have loved doing most since She chose not to pursue art during her life so in my pursuit of it I remember and connect with the memory of her. I fell away from lling my life with art for a while until High School when my art teacher Ronney Heslip helped reignite my interest in art During college I was challenged heavily in my art-making, and even though tough I believe those professors helped me nd my own voice in my art whether they were pleased or not at all towards my work I am trying to gure it all out but the one thing I know for certain is that I am made to make
Fire 2
Mixed Media W:16 H:24 in 2023
Oilpaint, thread, beads, foilingsheets, wire (ScanQRcodetolearnmore, rateandcomment)
Emmarie Rossiter
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