These are the artists I love and recommend hitting up this holiday season! They are some of my favorite local artists that have work for sale right now and I’m sure you’ll find something perfect for everyone on your shopping list.
Kim Carr Photography
If you’re looking for art that captures the hearts and souls of animals and livestock then my pal Kim has you covered. She has wonderful prints and an amazing selection of handmade greeting cards.
Paper Loft Creations
This is the work of my good friend Amy Koch. When I say she is one of my favorite artists I really mean it! Her work is creative, inspiring, imaginative, all the things I strive for in my own work.
Carson Clayworks
My friend Chris makes sculptural pottery that is both beautiful and functional. She currently has her work at Jacoby Arts Center and The Lady LaMarsh Gallery.
Matthew Stuart Piper
Matthew’s specialized field of photography utilizes infrared to create these fantastical dreamscapes.
JB Design & Illustration
Graphite has never been so elegant. Joe’s gorgeously intricate sports and local icon illustrations are unparalelled.
heARTheART Studios
Aren't these stone cairns delightful? Patty Muenks and her husband Roy have the most amazing range of pottery from raku wall pieces and vessels to these stone cairnes.
Nibs & Bristles
Arleana has a wonderful collection of art with a wide range of subjects, and she’s been working on a series of dogs and birds. Also, if you love pop culture as much as I do then she’s got you covered!
H-art and Soul
Sherry is a one woman art extravaganza with all of the mediums that she works in; but I just can’t get enough of her alcohol inks like this one!
Minner Photography
These forgotten gems are Dennis’s specialty. He captures the beauty in the abandoned and long forgotten. He told me that he’ll be posting holiday specials on Facebook too!
Willey Pottery
Robin creates traditional pottery with a twist for your home and garden. Her lanterns and hanging pots are my favorite.
Riley Construction
Aren’t these the most adorable things you’ve ever seen? If you’re looking for the perfect handmade toys and dolls then my friend April has you covered!
Lloyd Fine Art
Laura is an accomplished painter and ceramicist. Her sculptures have stolen my heart with their witty humor and outlandish character.
J & S Turnings
Steampunk Pen – check! My pals Sherry and Jay have the most intricate wood and metal work. You can get one for yourself at The Nook or Artisans on the Loop.
Zanne Avenue
Suzzane’s work is phenomenal! These living jewelry pieces are intimate keepsakes to be treasured as they grow and evolve.
A New Spin on Traditional
This is the work of my wonderfully talented friend Laura Hohn. She makes award winning traditional pottery with a twist :)
Kneehigh Prints
Nick is an exceptional printmaker. Don’t you just love his surrealistic style?!
Melissa Schmidt Studio
Her art glass bubble jewelry is delightfully intricate and whimsical. One look isn’t enough, there are many tiny details waiting to be discovered.
Laura Thomson Art
If you’re looking for brilliantly colored show stopper art then you’ve come to the right place. Laura has a wide range of subjects from animals, sports, and local icons.
Mary Martin Studio
Her unique one of a kind mixed media prints are a crowd-pleaser! You can contact her at mary@marymartinartstudio.com
Jimmy Liu
What can I say - he’s an award winning and truly inspired ceramic artist! I can’t even begin express how deeply I love his teapots! If you have a chance, check out his work at the Craft Alliance in Delmar.
ALNB Collections
My friend Allison has the most amazing jewelry and assemblage pieces you are ever going to see. Seriously the things she can do with copper and colored pencil will blow your mind!
Joe Kopp Art
Joe’s nature inspired photography is second to none. He really captures the emotion of the places he visits in his travels across the country.
Michael Steddum
His glass works are to die for! The details and colors are divine! Once you’ve had a taste they’ll keep you coming back.
Mark Witzling Art
My friend Mark’s abstract style is a show pleaser. He’s able to get the most amazing surfaces with his cold wax techniques. I’m a sucker for blue, so this one is on my wish list.
A & M Accessories
My friend Marcia makes the most amazing up-cycled and reconstructed clothing. Who wouldn’t love art you can wear?!
Laura Lebeda
I’m obsessed with Laura’s mixed media! She has wondrous pieces like this, but she’s also a highly regarded 2D artist as well.
Studio 4 Glasswork
Kitty and her daughter Melanie have you covered if you’re looking for amazing glassware! These plates are my favorite but they have classic dishware too.
Jeane Vogel Studio
She has a way of combining classical photography with textiles and hand-stitching that honors tradition and captures the imagination.
Day Dreamin' Metal Art
I’m pretty much obsessed with this Buzzy Bee made by my pal Sherry Day who creates whimsical and decorative metal sculptures!