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AB2850 – 2024 US National Championship

October 24 @ 7:00 pm PDT

2024 Art Battle US National Championship – October 24

Doors @ 7:00pm / Painting @ 8:00pm
Great American Music Hall859 O’Farrell St, San Francisco, CA

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Join us in the vibrant heart of San Francisco on Thursday, October 24th, for an unforgettable evening at the 2024 Art Battle US National Championship!

This premier event will showcase top painters from across the United States, each competing for the esteemed title of 2024 US Champion. Watch as artists transform blank canvases into stunning works of art in a series of timed rounds, where creativity and skill collide under pressure.

The energy at the US Art Battle National Championship is always electric and inspiring! The audience plays a vital role, casting votes to decide which artist advances in each round and ultimately, who will be crowned the champion. It’s more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of artistic talent and a gathering of the US art community.

Get ready for a night brimming with artistic brilliance, where you can witness art being created right before your eyes. Whether you’re a passionate art lover, a casual attendee, or simply seeking a unique evening out, this event offers something special for everyone. Join us as we honor the dynamic spirit of American artists in a thrilling showcase of creativity and imagination!

Incredible Kochina Rude is going to be our MC! With Michael Anthony co-hosting the event.

This is an All Ages event.

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Confirmed Competitors

Amii Lou

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Amii began creating art as soon as she could hold a paintbrush. She enjoys working with acrylics and oils, as well as exploring sculpting, pottery, and resin art.

From the artist:

Here to have some fun and get messy!💖

Adam Turner

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Instagram: adamturnervisuals

Adam is a digital illustrator by trade and has been oil painting now for about a year. He's participated in a handful of Art Battles and loves the energy and being part of this community. He's looking forward to tonight and seeing all the great work from the other artists.

From the artist:

Adam is a digital illustrator by trade and has been oil painting now for about a year. He's participated in a handful of Art Battles and loves the energy and being part of this community. He's looking forward to tonight and seeing all the great work from the other artists.

Jesse Baggett

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Instagram: jmbaggett

Jesse, an Art Battle champion, is back, creating vibrant and playful paintings of local wildlife. In addition to her painting, she also works on ceramic sculptures and practices printmaking.

From the artist:

Hello, everyone! I'm excited to compete in Nationals. I have some more animal paintings planned for you all!

Emilie Boras

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Instagram: emilieboras

Emilie Boras creates art that uses mood-invoking light and color to romanticize the everyday urban landscape. Her work explores liminal spaces that evoke a sense of nostalgia. Emilie aims to help viewers discover the beauty in their everyday surroundings, and her love for the automotive world often finds its way into her creations.

From the artist:

Hello, I’m Emilie Boras and I work with mood-invoking light and color to romanticize the mundane urban landscape. My art treats with liminal spaces and places for which we feel a strange nostalgia. I aim to share with the viewer a means of finding more beauty in one’s everyday surroundings. A love for the automotive does also tends to creep into my work. I want to thank Art Battle for putting on yet another amazing event and look forward to competing against some gifted artists. Bonne chance!

Saul Palos Rodriguez

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Instagram: Saulpalosr

Saul Palos Rodriguez has made his return! Recently honored as Best Visual Artist by the Chicago Reader, he is looking forward to another Art Battle. As a Mexican multidisciplinary artist and producer, he brings a unique perspective to his work.

From the artist:

First time in San Francisco, I’m grateful for the opportunity to compete !

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Artist name: Palos de Santos

OliGa

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Instagram: Oligarts

Olivier Arsene Ganthier, known as OliGa, is a Haitian visual artist and designer. His figurative work includes portraits, afro-pop characters, and doodles inspired by his Afro-Haitian culture and urban life, promoting positivity through themes of Black excellence and joy. OliGa works with various mediums, including spray paint, digital art, acrylics, and markers.

From the artist:

Let Go get it San Francisco ! 🙌🔥😎🎨🏆💫

Maddie Hake

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Instagram: maddieehake

Maddie Hake was introduced to art at a young age and was particularly inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe. Maddie has traveled all over the coast capturing the emotions of people. Her art ranges from body painting to murals to portraits.

From the artist:

I’m so excited to compete with such talented artists and represent Omaha!

Alayna Tolbert

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Alayna enjoys drawing faces, people, and landscapes, considering art one of her favorite activities. She has won numerous awards, including an international art competition. As an artist, composer, and pianist, she often uses oils, acrylics, pastels, charcoal, colored pencils, graphite, and watercolor in her creations.

From the artist:

Alayna Tolbert is a 19 year old pianist, artist, and composer. She studies piano performance at the Greenwood School of Music in Stillwater Oklahoma. Alayna's Art accolades include having her art displayed in the Cannon Tunnel in Washington DC after winning the 2021 Congressional Art Competition, and a 1st place in the IYFAAO International Art competition in 2023. She has received many awards from Chisholm Trail Arts Council's youth art month, holiday art show, paint in the park, and playbill art contest, along with 1st place in the county fair for the past 11 years in a row. She attended the prestigious Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute in 2021-2022.

In addition to her art Alayna spends most of her time teaching piano out of her home in Guthrie where she lives with her husband, and practicing. She has been invited to play at Carnegie Hall twice in December of 2023 after placing and winning some international piano competitions in 2023.

Tetiana Blyzenko

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Instagram: @sf.tbart.studio

Tatiana is an artist, designer, and fine arts teacher from Ukraine with over 25 years of experience in the art world. Additionally, she paints on clothing and bags, and explores various techniques, including watercolor, dry pastel, and acrylic. Nature and architecture serve as her primary sources of inspiration.

From the artist:

I am Tatiana Blizenko - an artist, designer and teacher of fine arts from Ukraine with more than 25 years of experience in art. In my home art studio "TBArt Studio" you can learn how to draw and have a great time in a creative atmosphere. I also paint on clothes and bags and paint pictures in different techniques - watercolor, dry pastel, acrylic. I get my inspiration from nature and architecture.

Malisa Suchanya

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Instagram: malisasuchanya

Malisa describes her paintings as colorful, whimsical, organic, and playful, blending the line between reality and imagination. She primarily works with watercolors, gouache, and graphite, maintaining a deep appreciation for traditional art in today's digital era.

From the artist:

Super excited to be here and I can’t wait to see what everyone creates !

Mom Ross

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Instagram: Jiltedcraftworks

Mom Ross is a late-blooming artist exploring various mediums to develop her style. While she prefers acrylic painting, she also works with mixed media and oils, enjoying the learning process. She uses varied colors and eye-catching palettes, often with non-traditional hues, to explore different themes.

From the artist:

The Champion who never was - it's been years since I have been a competitor and I hope to do myself and my Art Battle fam proud.

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Date:
October 24
Time:
7:00 pm PDT
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