Posts tagged illustration
In the Studio with Artist Seth Ellison

The color; the depth; the symbolism; the enormity. Your breath may skip as you enter the Hal Gomer Gallery at first glimpse of Seth Ellison’s work. Massive canvases almost completely cover the walls, every inch, saturated with vibrant color. Sketchy, yet quite detailed line work is reminiscent of early satirical cartoons. Each piece of work leaves your brain reeling in an attempt to capture and decipher the copious amounts of symbolism in his compositions. Each piece varies in subject matter, but are all tied together with a common thread of southern culture.

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In the Studio with Artist Dasha Kalumuck

Dasha has been creating art since she was very young. For her, art has been a safe outlet for her to express her feelings. Dasha’s illustrations take the form of a comic-like style, coupling witty humor with characters that she has developed over the years. She works in a variety of mediums and enjoys taking an idea and putting her own personal spin on it. Dasha has been a member artist of Make Studio since 2015. When she is not illustrating, she likes going on “crazy adventures”.

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In the Studio with Artist Margie Smeller

Margie’s illustrations are a delightful combination of whimsy and color. She draws inspiration from pop films and National Geographic. Margie develops and composes her drawings into these wonderfully vibrant patterns that dance across the page. When she is not working on commissions or exhibiting her work, Margie is an accomplished athlete who competes in snowshoeing, skiing and kayaking.

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In the Studio with Artist Nia Parks

Nia Parks is an explorer. Exploring the nuances of her mediums as well as herself through the creation of her artwork. She seeks out the interaction of multiple materials and believes in the natural creation process. Her work is fluid and organic, utilizing color and line work to give it movement. Driven by her faith and inspired by her surroundings, Nia creates to foster hope.

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In the Studio with Artist Kayla Williams

Vibrant and outgoing, Kayla Williams’ artwork is a playful combination of clean, fine lines, and a vivid color palette. As a Printmaker and Illustrator, she utilizes her skills to produce prints and clothing with her iconic graphics. William’s derives some of her inspiration from living near Baltimore, but her work ranges from ‘cute to creepy, to fun and nostalgic’. Her artwork has a flash-like, Pop Art feel with a burst of pop culture that makes them beg to be displayed.

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