Inspired by nature, history and the spaces humans create for themselves, my paintings and constructions conflate place and structure with memory and perception. I draw upon the experiences of place, seeking to distill the natural world and our perception of things down to their very essence.
Though the work is abstract and minimal, it is anchored in the real. The slight angle of a tree trunk, a series of telephone lines or a particular pattern of current flow within a body of water become communicators of emotion, feeling and experiential place. My work is concerned with activating this space both in the painting and in the viewer.
Designing a sustainable and ethical home brand. Lo Home creates classic home decor with a fresh and colorful take. They produce ceramic products, hardware, soft goods, art, and lamps in-house from their studio in Tulsa, OK (and they have a lot of fun doing it!).
We strive to find, create, maintain, and inspire beauty in our world - Lauren Haskell
Photography by Abby Cole Photography
Art has the ability to transform one's psychological state and perceptions of the world. Mary Elizabeth uses specific color palettes because of their tangible emotional impact. A soothing color like blue creates a unique response to the individual and is deeply rooted in their cultural experiences. Studies have shown that a particular hue lowers blood pressure and produces calmer breathing. "My art deliberately draws you in to help improve your mental status and shifts you into a more positive mood. My paintings are a re-set button," she says. This experience one feels as they are viewing one of her pieces is by no accident. Mary Elizabeth is acutely focused in the studio, making reactionary split-second decisions, informed by her education in art history and fine art from UConn and The Corcoran College of Art + Design. Her ability to elicit these calming brain responses through her color combinations and mark-making sets her apart from other contemporary abstract artists.
Meg Britten is a mixed media artist whose colorful and illustrative style is
both charming and unique.From silhouettes to mixed media abstracts, still
life pieces and citrus collages; Meg has a beautiful way of capturing a wide
range of subjects. She has been painting/creating/cutting/ assembling for
as long as she can remember. Art has always been at the forefront of her
life whether as a teacher in an elementary classroom or developing
marketing materials and campaigns for small businesses.
Britten lives in Tampa, FL with her husband and three darling children.
I’m an Atlanta-based artist, focused on abstract and impressionist concepts. I draw inspiration from my everyday surroundings as well as the places I’ve been fortunate enough to travel. My work incorporates organic textures, natural elements, and intentional contrasts. Creating original artwork that is affordable and attainable for almost anyone is also very important to me.
I handcraft wood floating frames for much of my artwork. I design and build the frames in my studio using various hardwoods such as White and Red Oak, Ash, and African Sapele, wrapped around Swedish Pine.
These one of a kind watercolor and mixed media paintings create an iconic and fresh addition to any collection.
Her training in Museum Studies at RISD and her work at the Smithsonian drives her passion for creating quality archival artwork.
BIO
Molly Mansfield is a self taught oil painter based in Austin, Texas. Driven by her love of the medium and obsession with color and pattern, she has evolved a style characterized by her unique brushwork and patterned still lives. Her work highlights the intricacies of femininity, memory, and tradition, while exploring the histories that have created trivializations around color, pattern, and craft. Her deep connection to her medium and its expressive possibilities is evident in her paintings which have resonated with private collectors across the country and been featured in publications and brands such as, Create! magazine, Hgtv, and Anthropologie.
STATEMENT
My paintings serve as a visual exploration of the feminine experience, an homage to the domestic sphere, and a reflection on the often-overlooked contributions of women.
Drawing inspiration from everyday objects, heritage pieces, and elements symbolizing domestic labor and craft, my work seeks to bring the richness of women’s narratives, experiences, and artistic expressions to the forefront. The use of elements like floral imagery, textile patterns, and quilting traditions in my pieces not only represents an exploration of art and craft definitions but also a celebration of the labor and aesthetics predominantly associated with women.
The table, central to my still lifes, is a symbol of community, sharing, and care, highlighting the roles women have traditionally played in nurturing and sustaining communities and families. It serves as a metaphorical space where women’s stories, struggles, contributions, and resilience are acknowledged and celebrated.
Ever since childhood, I have displayed my creativity, but it wasn’t until high school that I developed a love of painting. After a couple small painting “jobs” I found that I couldn’t stop. I decided to pursue an Art Education degree at North Georgia College and State University so I could help awaken the same passion in others.
It is my passion to make the world a more beautiful place. Not only do I love teaching students of any age, but I strive to create beautiful and affordable art that I hope inspires someone.
As an artist, teacher, and mother of twins, I don’t have a lot of down time. But when I do, I enjoy watching comedies and political satire with my partner, playing the occasional board or video game, or listening to podcasts and audio books.
Since childhood animals have enriched my life and nurtured my artistic soul. My first painting memory at the age of three was drawing a pink poodle in crayon and being thrilled by the act of creation. This singular poodle was followed by numerous dog drawings using every color of crayon in my box. Cows became my artistic focus as my family lived for over thirty five years on Anchorage farm in Southern Albemarle county. We raised our herd of Simmental, Hereford, Angus, and Charolais cows who served as beautiful models for my paintings. These cows continue to be a large part of my work.
