I was born in the city of Salvador, Brazil, in a historic region full of mysticism and symbolism due to the syncretism of cultures and religions from European, African, and native peoples. This diversity has shaped my artistic endeavors. My art works result from my
Artwork needs to be active, it needs to be activated, it needs to be able to tell stories that matter to people that live here” says Scott Stulen, the Executive Director of Philbrook Museum of Art.
Cynthia’s simple and sweet success story is one I find incredibly relatable, her story is of persistence, humility, hard work, and intentionality.
During the George Floyd protests in Tulsa, Ebony Iman Dallas, painted as her form of protest.
Emmanuel Irokanulo’s creative and academic pursuits are motivated by the desire to produce and sustain new works of culture and scholarship.
Phil was a decorated Aviator with a 20-year career flying almost every aircraft in the Army inventory. While stationed in Kansas, he began to take art classes. Thus, starting his career as a fine arts painter. Then, making his way to Santa Fe, where he
Her process is not simple, yet her work exudes a complex simplicity. Her multi-dimensional pieces hold bold, vibrant colors, sharp lines, and familiar abstract images akin to a mosaic.
"I always thought God's colors were browns and clays. And then one day I looked at the sunset, and I was like, Look at that neon pink! Wow, God made pink, too," and from that moment, she started seeing vibrant colors in people's faces and anatomy.
Anitra Lavanhar, like many artists, discovered her love of photography in high school but found the technical aspects of the Art to be intimidating. She explains that even though she loved it, she talked herself out of it because of the technically complicated learning curve
The Maple Ridge Art Happening, launched in April 2020, with the next one coming up on October 8, 2022, which will be their 6th show.