The assemblage is a visual diary and a narrative of pandemic icons and personal responses to isolation during the 2020 health crisis. Each panel consists of columns of cardboard pieces suspended with copper wire from dowels. The illustrations and words are arranged in loose chronological order. Media – paint, markers, jute, recycled papers, copper and wood. Approximately 6 ‘ high and 12’ in length.

This piece is about the brevity of life and the fleeting nature of physical beauty. I chose to paint the social icon of both beauty and fashion, Audrey Hepburn, on a surface of cracked plaster which shows fragility and imperfection. Note- The first two pieces, Audrey and Marilyn would work for January’s theme of Pandemonium. The following two pieces ( Jeremiah and Joelle) would work for February’s theme of The Black Experience. The portrait of Jeremiah was sold to Jeremiah Pickett, a black musician here in NWA and is of course NFS.

The concept of aerial views of industrial parks fascinates me as the marks man makes on the land can be viewed as both ugly and beautiful. I find art in the structure and purpose of the railway station that is the focus of this painting. The red dirt roads I grew up around in Arkansas are a fond memory, and provide a strong contrast to the surroundings.

I’m constantly searching for truth and meaning in life through my interactions with others. Often times the only way I can express myself is through art.

“Milo”, is one of the first portraits I did in 2021. My philosophy of art is that any art that I enjoy making and others enjoy looking at is good art. I enjoy learning new techniques and gaining new insights into methods and materials related to art. I want to create art that makes my heart sing.

Stevie Stevens Modern Mosaics Stevie Stevens is a NW Arkansas artist who concentrates in mixed media mosaics. Stevie is a member of SAMA (Society of American Mosaic Artists) and has studied with a number of contemporary artists from several countries. Stevie was previously a landscape designer in Dallas, Texas and brings her love of nature into her current work. She spent the following years studying and practicing mosaic art, energy medicine, the world’s spiritual traditions, the evolution of consciousness, and personal empowerment. Mosaics are a perfect statement of repatterning the broken into the new. Stevie loves to educate people about modern mosaics. Broken dishes come to mind, but Modern Mosaics…

1) Fairie whispers “goodnight” to the flowers before sunset. 2) Lake Atalanta Trail: The Grove at Summer’s Peak 3)Mushroom Portals, Activated! 4) Passing the Snail Traffic Jam on a Tiny Spider’s Commute Home **LowKeyMagickal is an Artist and Energy worker, who, drawing inspiration from her exploration of the hiking trails and natural settings of Northwest Arkansas, creates unique, original illustrations and Digital Fantasy Artwork. @LowKeyMagickal on Instagram and Facebook**

As a photographer I enjoy the look and feel of old paintings by Caravaggio, Rembrandt and their likes. During my upbringing in Germany I immersed myself in their art, visiting Museums and art galleries. Some of my current work is a reflection of this period. Creating these images I enjoy working with individuals from all walks of live.