Twenty-nine inspired artists all contributed one of their favorite artworks to our Spring, 2022 Artist Showcase. Click on an artist’s name to view their website.
![figurative oil painting by Di Marshall](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Marshall-Di-oil-on-paper-14x18-1-rotated.jpeg)
Untitled, oil on paper, 14″ x 18″ by artist Di Marshall
I was inspired to create this oil painting after watching my grandchildren play on the beach. My aim is to capture the moment, movement and memories in the hopes that others feel what I am feeling.
![figurative painting by Jeff Barnd](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Barnd-Jeff-Queen-of-the-Night-oil-and-acrylic-45x36-1.jpg)
“Queen of the Night” oil and acrylic, 45″ x 36″ by artist Jeff Barnd
Since childhood, I’ve been mesmerized by the majestic fusion of bold colors that teeter between reality and fantasy. Only the magic of oils and acrylics allow me to attain this genuine freedom!
![rooster watercolor by Susan Arneson](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Arneson-Susan-Ruling-the-Roost-watercolor-on-paper-12x12-1.jpg)
“Ruling the Roost” watercolor on paper, 12″ x 12″ by artist Susan Arneson
Color is my favorite emotion! The colors used in a painting tend to invoke an emotional response. Using watercolor, the paints work their way down the page to create an unexpected ending. I like that!
![abstract painting by Zerric Clinton](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Clinton-Zerric-Keep-It-Groovy-insert-exclamation-point-acrylic-on-canvas-24x36-1.jpg)
“Keep It Groovy!” acrylic on canvas, 24″ x 36″ by artist Zerric Clinton
Listening to music stimulates my thoughts in terms of the way I use color and create a sense of rhythm; this compels the viewer to pay close attention to the textural qualities and symbolism.
![landscape painting by Ashley Little](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Little-Ashley-Sunlit-Cliffs-oil-on-panel-24x18-1.jpg)
“Sunlit Cliffs” oil on panel, 24″ x 18″ by artist Ashley Little
I am an Experimental Impressionist who captures landscape, life and light. I use bold colors and strong, thick brushstrokes. My work invites you to connect with your own memories and emotions.
![abstract painting by Mahassa Bahri](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bahri-Mahassa-The-Silence-Within-Acrylic-On-Canvas-36x36-1.jpg)
“The Silence Within” acrylic on canvas, 36″ x 36″ by artist Mahassa Bahri
I see the world around me through an abstract lens. My fascination with abstract scenes compels me to paint and convey this joy and excitement to my audience.
![landscape photography by Val Bisagni](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bisagni-Val-Wild-Horses-photography-various-sizes.jpg)
“Wild Horses” photography, various sizes by Val Bisagni
My photographic style is slightly impressionistic; the result of being raised by one of the most prolific and talented artists I’ve ever known. My subject is Long Island, this wonderful island I’ve been exploring for 62-plus years.
![abstract painting by Julia McMinn Evans](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Evans-Julia-McMinn-Magnificant-Orchestra-oil-and-mixed-media-on-cradled-panel-24x24-1.jpg)
“Magnificant Orchestra” oil and mixed media on cradled panel, 24″ x 24″ by artist Julia McMinn Evans
This painting was inspired by an old newspaper ad for a theatrical performance. Exciting colors, light and dark contrasts dance with mixed media inclusions that feature superlatives about the actors, orchestra and dramatic storylines.
![Naples landscape by Seb Pollington](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Pollington-Seb-Borgo-Marinaro-Castel-dellOvo-Naples-acrylic-on-canvas-board-40x30-1.jpg)
“Borgo Marinaro Castel dell’Ovo, Naples” acrylic on canvas board, 30″ x 40″ by artist Seb Pollington
My paintings use colour, vitality and strength to bring to life local landscape and cityscape settings. I focus on places I’ve visited, many in Italy; these make an impact and deserve to hang on the wall.
![Artist Ramona Pintea with her paintings](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Pintea-Ramona-hashtagwearyourcrowninsert-heart-emojicampaign-artist-Ramona-Pintea-with-eight-of-her-paintings-from-this-series.jpg)
#wearyourcrown campaign, paintings by artist Ramona Pintea
I created nine paintings for the #wearyourcrown ♥ campaign, a global call to action challenging women to join the movement, find their own unique voice, inner strength and power whilst raising funds for women in need.
![landscape painting by Christine Davis](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Davis-Christine-View-from-Second-Valley-Jetty-oil-61x51cm.jpg)
“View from Second Valley Jetty” oil, 61cm x 51cm by artist Christine Davis
I create artworks intending to open the viewers’ eyes to the amazing colors and form that surrounds us, especially regarding seascapes. I am currently working on a series on the Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia.
![horse painting by Sahar Hasan Al-louthai](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Hasan-Al-louthai-Sahar-Harmony-oil-on-wood-60x50cm.jpg)
“Harmony” oil on wood, 60cm x 50cm by artist Sahar Hasan Al-louthai
Our lives intertwined with wildlife, and its echoes reverberate with the message to save them. The calligraphy, an extension of the earth and sky, represents the language of nature that we refuse to converse with.
![figurative ink and pencil drawing by Kris Scharfenberger](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Scharfenberger-Kris-Masked-india-ink-and-colored-pencils-on-Dura-Lar-film-9x12-1.jpg)
“Masked” india ink and colored pencils on Dura Lar film, 9″ x 12″ by artist Kris Scharfenberger
Being a calligrapher has inspired me to draw my contemporary images using India ink which creates a striking contrast with the vibrant colored pencils. This is the newest piece in my Happy Hour collection.
![landscape painting by Susan Davenport](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Brown-Susan-Davenport-Evening-acrylic-32x28-1.jpeg)
“Evening” acrylic, 32″ x 28″ by artist Susan Brown
In my current “Location” series of paintings, I’ve found a love of solving geometry and creating a sense of place. I hope viewers of these paintings sense this, even if these aren’t places they have visited.
![graphic design by Midwest Wasteland](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Midwest-Wasteland-Johnnys-Can-screen-printed-ink-on-paper-24x19.5.png)
“Johnny’s Can” screen printed ink on paper, 24″ x 19.5″ by Midwest Wasteland
Midwest Wasteland is an artist duo composed of Jeffrey Kaya and Anthony Lagori that work in screen-printed media and sculpture. We tackle topics surrounding social interactions, norms and coming-of-age in the Heartland suburbs.
![abstract encaustic painting by Kohlene Hendrickson](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Hendrickson-Kohlene-STREAMING-Encaustic-and-mixed-media-on-panel-120X180cm.jpg)
“STREAMING” encaustic and mixed media on panel, 120cm x 180cm by artist Kohlene Hendrickson
My art is expressive abstract figuration, exploring dimensionality, the human and cosmic of EROS. I pour colors intuitively and draw into the field, dancing between hazard and the edges of control as in life.
![landscape by Victoria Clothier](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Clothier-Victoria-Hotwells-acrylic-32x24-1.jpg)
“Hotwells” acrylic, 32″ x 24″ by artist Victoria Clothier
This painting of the historic part of Bristol, where I was born, features its famous colourful houses along the harbour called Hotwells. I was inspired to paint this during the annual hot air balloon festival.
![abstract painting by Heidi Minetti](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Minetti-Heidi-untitled-paint-on-canvas.jpeg)
Untitled, paint on canvas by Heidi Minetti
I am a Danish artist who is inspired by the world of fantasy. Using texture and innovative techniques, I paint what I see and what I feel, using homemade paints I make from natural pigments.
![pen and ink drawing by Rickie Jacobs](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Jacobs-Rickie-Abstract-76-Pen-and-Ink-and-Alcohol-Based-Colors-16x16-1.jpg)
“Abstract 76″ pen and ink and alcohol-based colors, 16″ x 16” by artist Rickie Jacobs
I draw abstract geometric pen-and-ink drawings with alcohol-based colors. I believe that my drawings reflect an inner tension, but also generally express an overall sense of resolution through color, proportion and balance.
![abstract painting by Shany Porras](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Porras-Shany-Translation-No.-1-of-Brahms-Symphony-No.-1-1st-Movement-acrylic-and-mixed-media-on-canvas-36x36x1.5.jpg)
“Translation No. 1 of Brahms Symphony No. 1, 1st Movement” acrylic and mixed media on canvsas, 36″ x 36″ by artist Shany Porras
My art offers a way to visually communicate what we experience through music. My work translates music into abstract paintings.
![cityscape painting by Todd Swart](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Swart-Todd-Cerulean-cycle-oil-on-panel-22x15-1.jpg)
“Cerulean Cycle” oil on panel, 22″ x 15″ by artisty Todd Swart
As an artist, my job is to actively seek out beauty. Whether I’m looking at a dramatic mountain vista or a humble city sidewalk, I believe that beauty can be found anywhere.
![landscape painting by Gladys Waters](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Waters-Gladys-Autumn-Speaks-oil-16x20-1.jpg)
“Autumn Speaks” oil, 16″ x 20″ by artist Gladys Waters
I created this painting in oil impasto, using the palette knife technique. As a Colombian-American artist, I love to paint full of color and love.
![abstract painting by Gina Sismilich](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Sismilich-Gina-Hidden-Beyond-the-Edge-acrylic-and-mixed-media-on-cradled-board-16x16x.75.jpg)
“Hidden Beyond the Edge” acrylic and mixed media on cradled board, 16″ x 16″ x .75″ by artist Gina Sismilich
My process involves many layers of call and response—play and discernment. I use paint, collage, charcoal, pen and graphite. I love when hidden messages and layers show up in my finished work.
![still life watercolor by Joy Willis](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Willis-Joy-Light-and-Life-Watercolor-20x16-1.jpg)
“Light and Life” watercolor, 20″ x 16″ by artist Joy Willis
These seashells are painted true to their original color, having collected them from all over the world. I am passionate about nature, color and being creative. My current work is mostly ocean themed.
![abstract painting by Jill Musser](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Musser-Jill-In-a-Pink-Mood-acrylic-on-canvas-30x24-1.jpg)
“In a Pink Mood” acrylic on canvas, 30″ x 24″ by artist Jill Musser
In a Pink Mood expresses a happy, light mood. My paintings show strong color from a distance and intriguing details when viewed up close. Painting in a non-objective style allows freedom to explore endless ideas in paint.
![abstract oil and pastel by John Waigand](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Waigand-John-Higher-Up-oil-and-oil-pastel-65x80cm.jpg)
“Higher Up” oil and oil pastel, 65cm x 80cm by John Waigand
Abstract color and line foster substance; an event. Elements and energy coalesce into movement and feeling—something dynamic. I try to tap into the possibilities lying beneath the surface of things and draw them forth.
![landscape painting by Maddie Webb](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Webb-Maddie-Xanadu-acrylic-and-oil-on-canvas-50x50cm.jpg)
“Xanadu” acrylic and oil on canvas, 50cm x 50cm by artist Maddie Webb
This abstracted landscape and multi-layered painting is unique and evocative of the vibrant landscapes of my homeland of Scotland and the many wonderful places I have traveled to. My paintings become a visual journey of these experiences.
![abstract painting by Lynn Rybicki](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Rybicki-Lynn-Psalm-acrylic-on-canvas-24x24-1.jpg)
“Psalm” acrylic on canvas, 24″ x 24″ by artist Lynn Rybicki
I paint to communicate the exuberance and joy of being alive in this space-time continuum. I paint to uplift people, and to persuade them to consider the depth of what lies beneath the surface of life.
![photography of a heron by Roberta Kayne](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Kayne-Roberta-Great-Blue-Heron-on-the-Scioto-River-in-Infrared-infrared-photography-24x18x1.jpg)
“Great Blue Heron on the Scioto River in Infrared” infrared photography, 24″ x 18″ x 1″ by artist Roberta Kayne
My photography of nature is therapeutic and a way to share the healing power of nature and calming images with others in the hopes that they will get a moment’s respite from their daily stress.
Fun the see this new collection, a wonderful variety!
It’s a pleasure to give exposure to this wonderful group of artists!