The Artist Directory
Sheela Becton
Sheela Becton’s work is a deeply personal and spiritual exploration of renewal, resilience, and interconnectedness. Drawing inspiration from her Indian heritage and her journey through cancer, her art celebrates feminine strength and the bond between humanity and nature. Through bold symbolism and vibrant colors, Sheela invites viewers into a space of reflection, healing, and remembrance—reminding us that we are all part of a greater whole.
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.
Erin Askew
Erin Askew’s edgy, dynamic paintings push boundaries both conceptually and visually. Through vibrant colors, flowing paint, and symbolic materials like barbed wire, she explores themes of struggle, triumph, and empowerment. Her work invites viewers to connect emotionally, sparking reflection, conversation, and creative inspiration.
Rebecca 'Bec' Bookwalter
Bec Bookwalter creates art that speaks to the heart, weaving together abstract expression, figurative elements, and nature-inspired forms. Her work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and connect with moments of stillness, transformation, and resilience. Through painting and photography, Bec explores the universal threads of memory, emotion, and the natural world, offering a deeply personal and evocative visual experience.
Kathleen Steegmans
Kathleen Steegmans (b. 1975, Belgium) is a figurative artist based in Antwerp whose work highlights strength, vulnerability, and personal growth. Combining color, glitter, and resin, her layered paintings invite viewers to connect with their inner resilience. Beyond painting, Kathleen shares her expertise through workshops, online courses, and her podcast De Kunstacademie 2.0, inspiring artists to build sustainable and fulfilling creative careers.
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.
Stacy Early
Stacy M. Early’s art invites viewers to pause and appreciate the beauty and patterns of the natural world. Using environmentally friendly materials and repurposed objects, her work blends watercolor, digital art, and tactile mixed media to inspire reflection, laughter, and thoughtful engagement with environmental and animal-centered themes.
Jill McDougall
Jill McDougall’s mixed media art invites viewers into a world of reflection and wonder. Using vintage papers, paint, photography, and other materials, she captures fleeting moments, memories, and the subtle beauty of nature. Her pieces offer pauses for contemplation, connecting audiences to the emotions and stories behind each layered composition.
Eleftheria Easley
Eleftheria Easley’s mixed media collages transform everyday materials into layered stories of identity, culture, and connection. Drawing from her global experiences and resourceful approach, Eleftheria invites viewers to discover the beauty in unexpected combinations and reflect on the shared human experience.
Winibey Lopez
Winibey Lopez transforms everyday emotions and complex femininity into striking, saturated portraits. Using acrylic and oil on paper or canvas, her intuitive approach blends fashion, vintage photography, and pop culture influences into expressive, theatrical compositions. Her work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and celebrate individuality with unapologetic authenticity.
Annie Wood
Artist Annie Wood describes her creative process as a joyful dance with color, emotion, and curiosity. Blending abstraction with expressive faces, she creates vibrant, intuitive works that celebrate imperfection and invite viewers to connect more deeply with themselves. In this interview, she opens up about her inspiration, mission, and the mindset that fuels her practice.
Frankie Hsu
Miami-based artist Frankie Hsu creates immersive mixed-media works that explore the relationship between the natural world and the cosmos. Through fluid abstraction and intricate textures, she invites viewers to pause and reflect, offering a sanctuary of stillness and emotional connection. Discover how her process is shaped by nature’s rhythms and her mission to evoke tranquility through art.
Nicolle Cure
Miami-based artist Nicolle Cure transforms personal experiences with hearing loss into vivid, contemplative abstract paintings. Her mixed-media work bridges emotion, sound, and visual form, inviting viewers into a quiet space of introspection and connection.
Michelle Bracewell
Michelle Bracewell is a Colorado-based assemblage artist whose work is fueled by a lifelong love of collecting antique and found objects. With a background in jewelry design and web development, she now brings her rich creative history into detailed, story-driven assemblage pieces. From her treasure-filled studio, Michelle crafts artworks that stir nostalgia, invite introspection, and encourage connection through personal narratives.
Aggie Armstrong
Aggie Armstrong is a multimedia artist whose bold, textural works explore themes of identity, belonging, and the female experience through the lens of her Third Culture upbringing. Drawing from figures like Pacita Abad and Frida Kahlo, her practice weaves together painting and hand-stitched embroidery to tell layered, deeply personal stories. Learn how Aggie builds community through her art and her creative leadership at ARTWRK Co.
Jo Gamel
Jo Gamel’s monumental oil still lifes are immersive portals into the mythic depths of the feminine spirit. Drawing inspiration from water goddesses, marine artifacts, and the vanitas painting tradition, Gamél transforms personal ocean experiences into vivid, symbolic narratives that celebrate identity, memory, and transformation.
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.
Melissa Gile
Melissa Gile, a self-taught multimedia artist based in Hamburg, Germany, blends her engineering background, personal experiences with ADHD, and love for Art Nouveau to create immersive, sensory-friendly artworks. Her illuminated sculptures and paper flowers bring a sense of comfort and enchantment to any space, reflecting her mission to craft environments that resonate with neurodivergent individuals. Explore her diverse practice, which includes woodworking, painting, and textiles, and see how her commitment to sustainability and mental health awareness shapes her artistic vision.
Robin BB Griffin
Robin Griffin’s abstract art transforms bold colors and intuitive designs into a visual experience that stimulates the mind, body, and soul. Drawing from her background in hospitality, childhood passion for the arts, and commitment to fostering human connection, Robin creates works that explore themes of nature, identity, and the universe. Through her vibrant pieces, she invites viewers to reflect, heal, and engage in thoughtful conversations.
Jen Haefeli
Jen Haefeli’s multimedia creations merge memories, history, and advocacy, transforming upcycled materials into wearable art, sculptures, and fine art. A dedicated educator, adoptive mother, and global advocate, Jen infuses her work with stories of unsung leaders and forgotten moments, empowering individuals and preserving history through bold and subtle artistic expressions. In this interview, she discusses her inspirations, creative process, and mission to make art that tells meaningful stories.

