Category: Artist – 2025

I am a retired Washington County resident. I have been painting watercolors for a few years. I gain inspiration from my love of travel, horses and nature.

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PNW local mixed media artist and small buisness owner. Using resin to upcycle materials into fun decor.

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My name is Chell (they/them) I am 29 (turning 30 this December), and I am a casual hobbyist artist who grew up in Hillsboro and have been practicing drawing since childhood. I started with traditional and moved to mainly digital in my early adolescence. As a neurodivergent individual (Autistic + ADHD), art and all things creative have always been my greatest passion and top favorite special interest. It allows me the freedom to express myself in a world that would otherwise rather keep people like me hidden from view. It also offers me a sense of control that’s usually hard to come by in my daily life. I can make the rules, follow them how I please, and just go with the flow of my own brain to create something beautiful, funny, or that could otherwise spark joy.

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Originally from Alaska and new to Portland, Kendall is a textile artist who works mainly with embroidery. Her interest in this traditional media expanded during the pandemic and her work is inspired by nature, color, and movement.

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Stevie is an artist who explores fundamental questions about life, beauty, and our connection to the world through the mediums of oil and encaustic wax. Her work confronts the profound inquiries that drive her creativity: How does it feel when animals disappear from the earth? What makes someone beautiful? What is the nature of creativity itself? These questions are at the heart of her major projects, including Natural Consequences, which explores the theme of loss in the natural world; The Beautiful Project, which delves into the nature of human beauty; and Finding Jean, a personal journey into the meaning of creativity. Stevie holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in Illustration with an emphasis on Drawing and Painting from the Academy of Art University. With over two decades of experience, she has dedicated her career to art education, teaching students from kindergarten through university level. She is currently a Drawing and Painting professor at Pacific University and serves as the Gallery Coordinator at the university’s Cawein Gallery in Forest Grove.

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My art is nature-centric. I use various mediums such as clay, acrylics, and alcohol inks to paint.

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I like colors! Well, except beige. I do not like beige.

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As a multidisciplinary artist, my work is a reflection of the intricate connections between different forms of expression. Through photography, painting, jewelry, and glass, I explore the interplay of light, color, and texture, inviting viewers to experience the world through a lens of creativity and emotion.

In my photography, I freeze fleeting moments, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary. Each image tells a story, revealing the beauty that often goes unnoticed. My paintings expand upon this narrative, using vivid colors and dynamic brushstrokes to evoke feelings and memories, creating a dialogue between the viewer and the canvas.

Jewelry making allows me to craft wearable art that embodies personal stories and connections. Each piece is meticulously designed, blending form and function. Glass though ubiquitous, in my skilled hands it can be turned into beautiful objects that not only can you use but wear and adorn your house with.

My artistic journey is fueled by a desire to connect with others, to inspire and provoke thought through the various mediums I embrace. I believe that art has the power to transcend human boundaries, and through my diverse practices, I aim to create a holistic experience that resonates deeply with those who encounter it.

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Nature has a remarkable ability to bring us together. As inhabitants of this vibrant, life-filled planet, we share a deep, intrinsic connection to the natural world. The restorative power of spending time in nature is well-documented, and it’s this profound connection that fuels my art. My work is an expression of my passion for this beautiful universe.
I share a studio with my partner Jeffrey Hall at Outback/Downunder Artist Studio in Forest Grove. We sometimes have our studio open to the public and we enjoy teaching. Contact me if you’d like to pay us a visit or if you’d like to learn more about art mentorship.

https://www.sharierickson.com

https://www.instagram.com/shariericksonart/

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Suchitra is a Certified Zentangle teacher originally from India, currently residing in Portland, OR. After her graduation in Computer science and Engineering she worked in the IT industry for over 10+ years with HP and Motorola. She then took a career break when her son was born and relocated to Malaysia a couple of years later.
She rediscovered her childhood passion of art and drawing during the covid lockdown days and decided to learn a few Indian folk art forms online. This lead to the discovery of the zentangle art form and she found it to be very beneficial in aiding relaxation and reducing anxiety during the difficult pandemic times. So she decided to become a zentangle teacher and spread the benefits of the zentangle methodology . She loves to teach Zentangle/Zentangle inspired art to adults and kids. She is also conducts various workshops based on Indian folk arts.

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Triesta has served as the lead instructor at Marvelous Mosaic monthly retreats for over four years, where she now produces and edits online tutorials focused on the physics of glass. During her time in the shop, she has engaged in commissions, collaborations, and independent projects related to glass art. Triesta is deeply involved in creating glass art, exploring vitrograph techniques, conducting research and development, and mastering various glass-related platforms.

In addition, she has a public art commission for the Hearts of Wilsonville, currently displayed in Wilsonville, Oregon. When she’s not at Marvelous Mosaic, Triesta manages and operates Zuber Studio. She currently has another public art installation set to be installed in the Seattle Metro Area in Washington and has been featured in galleries across the Pacific Northwest.

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Seeing, listening and deep feeling inspire my art. I am a multiple medium artist creating works filled with dimension, a sense of wonder, expressing the spirit of the subject. Art captures a moment in time. For me, art is about exploration of this moment. I am always asking “what if?” – exploring mediums, texture and color in my work. The results are fun and unexpected. And always colorful!

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“As a wildlife artist, I find such peacefulness and tranquility when painting animals, sharing an emotional connection with work allows me to portrait the spirit, soul and the life of these majestic animals. Painting is my heartfelt passion.”
–Leo Brew

Leo Brew is a dedicated wildlife artist whose creative process is marked by a profound sense of serenity and tranquility. Through her artwork, she creates a deep emotional connection with her subjects, enabling her to capture the spirit, soul, and vitality of the majestic animals she portrays. Her artistic expertise shines through each stroke of oil paint, breathing life into her subjects and transporting viewers into the heart of the wilderness. With an emotional connection to animals as her guiding force, Leo’s work not only captures the physical essence of these majestic creatures but also conveys the profound emotions they evoke.
Leo’s choice of oil paint as her primary medium is a testament to her dedication to capturing the intricate details and vibrant textures of the animal kingdom. The rich hues and depth she can achieve with oil paint lend her artworks a sense of realism and vitality.
For a glimpse into Leo Brew’s creations and to stay connected with her artistic journey, you can follow her on Instagram (@Leo_brew), and on her website, www.leobrew.com, where she shares her latest masterpieces and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her art.
Leo Brew’s work is a testament to her unwavering dedication to capturing the essence of wildlife through art, offering viewers an opportunity to forge their own emotional connection with the animals that inspire her. Leo invites you to join her on a transformative journey that celebrates the boundless beauty of life.

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Acrylic on canvas painter . Doodler on paper. Art from the heart. Bringing together the beauty of living in the Pacific Northwest while being influenced by Salvadorian folk art.
@tinasarrt on instagram

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I have spent my life on the coast, and all my artwork has its roots in my love of the sea. Natural and reclaimed materials often feature in my interactive installations, mixed-media sculpture, painting, and ceramics. My work explores my heritage of connections across oceans, as a mixed-race Chinese-American who relocated from Kauai to Forest Grove, Oregon in 2014, while also sustaining a four-generation connection to Downeast Maine. Learn more at https://www.EmilyJungMiller.com or https://instagram.com/emilyjungmiller

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