I love objects with multiple personalities- recognizable things that change when incorporated in a piece of artwork. I see that in my work- where antiques and recycled or found objects suggest one thing while the image may suggest another. I love how the layering of encaustic wax reflects the light differently depending on your viewpoint- like water and glass do.
High-speed photography, landscapes, wildlife and astrophotography available on metal, canvas and photo paper. levinefineart.com
by Kathryn O’Connor. Abstract paintings and photography alluvionart.com
Dana Mowdy Spencer/Choctaw Pony Artworks www.twochoctawsisters.com
Dana Mowdy Spencer is an impressionist, who loves the natural world, and her Native American heritage. She is registered member of Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, and Choctaw Artist Registry.
I create paintings that show my love for nature and the State of Texas. I use watercolors, oils, and acrylics. 979-864-0155
by Heather Wobbe
Seeing beauty in the design and aged patinas of ancient objects, Modern Artifacts looks to juxtapose unique textures with a modern aesthetic. I draw inspiration from my experience working on an archaeology dig in Houston’s Historic Freedmen’s Town, as well as my time as a Curatorial Assistant for the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Stone Fort Museum of Nacogdoches.
I received my BFA from Stephen F. Austin State University where I studied a variety of cultural and historical metalworking techniques as well as advanced chemical patination processes, now specializing in creating my own patinas that I paint on with a torch. I work with sold 14K gold and gold filled materials, sterling silver, nu-gold, bronze, copper, and shibuichi and transform the materials into anthropologically inspired contemporary jewelry.
Conflict free raw blue and black diamonds, fossils, geodes, lapis lazuli, buffalo turquoise, and other stones are sprinkled into my work to enhance the minimal yet bold look of the collection.
Using crisp lines and simple geometry as a vehicle to celebrate the beauty of the raw materials in different states, the pieces appear both polished and new, as well as worn and aged. Whether using patina, a sandblaster, or 23K gold leaf, contrasting finishes define my work and give it the graphic quality which lends it its identity.
by Ruben Salazar
We offer handmade butterfly shadow boxes with a hint of style. Our shadow boxes make great gifts for your friends, family or just for yourself.
One-of-a-kind sterling jewelry by Melanie Schlossberg. www.dirigibledesigns.com
by Paul Atwell
Painted specimen quality insects, sometimes larger than life, sometimes smaller. I primarily work in watercolor on paper. PaulAtwell.com
Custom woodworking from furniture to unique gifts. Specializing in music-related items and furniture designs that complement and enhance your home. www.woodworkingbanddirector.com instagram.com/rmichaelhardywoodworking facebook.com/woodworkingbanddirector
