Art Walk
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Whimsical Fruit Market Shirts
A whimsical group of fruits and vegetables on a vintage style T-shirt
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Kristen’s Creations
Kristen Vail, an artist based in Bentonville, is known for her vibrant and lively pet portraits. Her work is characterized by its playful use of color and dynamic energy, capturing the unique personality of each pet she paints. Through her art, she brings out the joy and character of the animals, making each portrait not just a representation but a celebration of the pets she paints. Vail’s approach to art is all about fun and expression, which is evident in the bright, cheerful pieces she creates.
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Natural expression
Miles Sweet calls Northwest Arkansas Home. The Natural state provides inspiration and relaxation.
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Katlyn
This is a portrait of artist Stan Cox’s grand-daughter when she was thirteen. He captured her in a very focused pose. The light reflected off her braids.
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Old Pinnacle Barn
This is an old barn that was torn down on Pinicole Road. Stan Cox painted it from the photographs he took of it on Labor Day or 2019. It had been damaged by several storms. This painting is a 11×14 Oil medium on panel. He tried capturing the early morning light as the sun arose.
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Deluxe cookies
Deluxe cookies of all sorts by DM’s deluxe cookies will have a pop-up shop from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm at The Grand, 117 W Walnut, during the September 12 Art Walk.
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When Pigs Fly
Karen Wagaman is a multifaceted artist whose talents span watercolor, digital art, and mixed media. With a solid educational background in both studio art and business, she skillfully navigates traditional and digital mediums. Her deep affection for animals is evident in her custom pet portraits, while her residence in Arkansas has sparked a creative interest in designing hogs, reflecting her ability to draw inspiration from her surroundings. Her digitally created art is found at Rogers Mercantile. Beyond her personal art, Karen is a key advocate for the creative economy in Northwest Arkansas. In her role as the Vice President of Downtown Development for the Rogers Lowell Chamber, she actively engages…
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Nature of jewelery
I have long been captivated by semi-precious natural stones, amassing a collection over the years before recognizing their potential in jewelry craftsmanship. During my travels in Indonesia, I a studied in the ancient art of silver smithing, collaborating with local artisans to master traditional techniques utilizing tools passed down through generations. I use some of these traditional techniques in my work but also add a contemporary approach to create a unique line of jewelry which I like to call “wearable art.”
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Life and living
I paint a lot of figures and portraits. Why? Not to be too platitudinous the goal beyond just the desire to observe people I hope to capture the soul of that person or at least express something intangible. Regardless of the subject matter; , Human, animal, plant or steel life, or abstract I hope that it will evoke a temporary psychological effect.
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Mandala Journey
Carrie Isbelle is a new artist to Northwest Arkansas and was drawn to the area for the abundance of nature, outdoor activities and the inspiration that comes from being in this beautiful area. Originally from the wild desert of remote Wyoming, Carrie finds inspiration from…being in quiet places to escape the civilized world, powerful places to know nature as her ancestors might have known and magical places to find spiritual renewal. Carrie has been actively creating art for 4 years. She has enjoyed the creative journey that started with painting Rocky Mountain river rocks for her grandkids and to decorate her gardens. Artist Statement: “My mandala art journey began with…