The Artist Directory

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Mandee Nicole - Inner Light Botanicals & INNERSCAPES Artist Residency

Miami-based artist Mandee Nicole creates meditative paintings that celebrate the interconnection of all living things. Through continuous line drawings and subtle touches of gold, her work encourages viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves and the natural world. Mandee is also the founder of the INNERSCAPES Artist Residency and host of the Just Earthly Podcast, guiding others toward creative and nature-based self-healing.

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Laura Cannon

Laura Cannon’s paintings invite viewers to slow down and reconnect with the natural world. Inspired by mountains, oceans, and the smallest wildflowers, her work balances intimate details with expansive landscapes. Based in Washington, D.C., Laura creates vibrant watercolors and acrylics that celebrate the beauty in everyday nature, encouraging reflection, presence, and appreciation for the environment.

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Ali Hall

Ali Hall’s atmospheric landscapes blend abstract realism with emotional storytelling, capturing the energy and calm of California’s coast. Through fluid brushstrokes and intuitive mark-making, her work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with both their inner landscapes and the natural world. Featured in national art fairs and publications, Ali’s paintings offer a meditative space for presence and renewal.

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Margaret Lipsey

Margaret Lipsey’s work invites viewers to inhabit the full spectrum of emotion—rage, joy, sadness, and love—through mixed-media paintings that are both visceral and meditative. In this interview, she shares how her process, curiosity, and reverence for other artists shape her practice and inspire self-reflection.

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Kristin Ruscher

Kristin Ruscher is a Dallas-based mixed media artist whose work invites viewers to connect with the shared human experience. Drawing inspiration from travel, food, fashion, and nostalgia, her acrylic and resin creations evoke empathy and introspection. With a background in Finance & Marketing, Kristin’s artistic journey bridges the gap between her analytical roots and her creative spirit. Explore how her art encourages compassion, self-reflection, and a deeper connection to the world around us.

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Michelle Lee Rigell

Michelle Lee Rigell, a contemporary realism artist based in St. Louis, blends acrylic and watercolor techniques to create meaningful works inspired by her personal journey of healing and motherhood. From her 1000 Crane Project rooted in Korean culture to her nonprofit work with Arts As Healing, Rigell’s art embodies resilience and connection. In this interview, she shares her creative process, inspirations, and insights into balancing art, life, and community impact.

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Lian Sever

Lian Sever's artwork invites viewers into a world of connection and emotional depth. Inspired by a lifelong fascination with people, she creates portraits that explore the beauty and complexity of human features. In this interview, Lian shares her creative process, how her childhood influences her art, and the impact she hopes her work will have on her community.

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Eva J Scoville

E.J. Scoville’s art delves into human connections and spirituality, inviting viewers to explore the search for soul purpose through powerful mixed media works. Each piece carries hidden messages of hope, love, and friendship, sparking introspection and unity. Explore her creative journey and the inspiration behind her soul-searching art.

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Yahel Yan

Explore the captivating work of Yahel Yan, a painter whose art delves into the emotional connections between color, memory, and personal narratives. Drawing from her rich Mexican heritage, Yan creates abstract and representational paintings that invite viewers to connect with emotions of joy, grief, and healing. With a passion for both exploration and creativity, Yan’s work continues to evolve and inspire, offering an immersive experience that celebrates the power of art to transcend language and culture.

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Patricia Dattoma

Discover the vibrant abstract art of Patricia Dattoma, a New York City-based artist. Inspired by the city’s dynamic energy and landscapes from the West Coast to the Southwest, Patricia uses acrylics, inks, and mixed media to capture a sense of place, color, and texture. Explore how her intuitive process reflects the rhythm and harmony of urban life.

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Erica Jackson

Discover the evocative landscape and architectural paintings of Erica Jackson, a Vermont-born artist. Influenced by the Dutch masters and American Impressionism, her works capture the beauty of light, color, and human interaction with their surroundings. Learn about her creative journey and exhibitions across the U.S.

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Nishi Patel

Explore the creative journey of Nishi Patel, a self-taught South Asian American artist and poet based in Fort Worth, Texas. Learn about her abstract paintings, debut poetry book The Inheritance of Grief, and her unique perspective as a mother, artist, and scientist. Dive into her work that reflects both personal and universal emotions.

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Anastazja Jasińska

Discover the story of Anastazja, a talented Polish illustrator based in the UK. Overcoming personal challenges such as loss, health issues, and migraines, she found her passion in art. Inspired by nature's beauty, Anastazja's creative journey blends personal resilience with the transformative power of illustration.

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Paula E Borsetti

Discover the narrative abstract paintings of Paula Borsetti, an artist whose work is deeply inspired by New England's landscapes, family, and personal memories. With a focus on acrylics, space, and texture, Paula’s richly layered works evoke emotions and moments that connect viewers to nature and the human experience. Learn about her journey and creative process.

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