Sharoh is a contemporary painter specializing in surrealism and live instruction painting. She earned her art name in school when her "n" resembled the letter "H," and the nickname stuck throughout her time at art school. Sharoh excels in landscapes, acrylics, and floral art.

Anatole France once said "In art as in love, instinct is enough." And as art is my love, I can't wait to listen to my instincts (and maybe a malibu bay breeze) during Art Battle!

Kiyanna is a multidisciplinary artist whose work celebrates the intersection of art, nature, and mindfulness. Inspired by the wonder of childhood and the beauty of the natural world, Kiyanna creates vibrant paintings, murals, and installations that evoke connection, joy, and reflection. Her practice often integrates organic materials such as moss and flowers, merging traditional techniques with elements of the environment to explore themes of resilience, harmony, and inner calm.

I’m so excited to be part of this art battle! Art, for me, is all about connection, energy, and expression in the moment. I can’t wait to create alongside other artists and feel the magic unfold—let’s make this an unforgettable experience!

Ivan is a professional mural artist specializing in large-scale artworks that transform walls into vibrant visual stories. With a background in fine arts from Art School and Art College in Belarus, he brings strong skills in composition, color, and technique. In addition to murals, Ivan paints portraits and landscapes with expressive brushwork, working with acrylics, airbrushing, and plaster.

Jessica is an aspiring psychiatrist whose endeavors in art have propelled her throughout her medical education, bringing humanistic meaning and fulfillment to her life. Jessica is particularly inspired by the human form and especially by women. She seeks to capture the magic in the mundane, finding the spark and the intrigue that shape life through her use of bright, intense pigments.

So excited to compete in my first art competition!! I've never done anything like this before, but I'm so looking forward to it 🙂

Kenly is a comic and caricature artist for events, born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Imaginative, spontaneous, and detail-oriented, he enjoys improvisation and creating art on the spot, embracing a real and authentic approach. He loves to showcase his work in front of large crowds.

I appreciate this opportunity to perform for every one!

Evyn’s art is cartoonish, blending themes of pop art, afro-surrealism, comic art, and modern expressionism. They describe their creativity as flowing directly from their consciousness into a physical form, often simply watching their hands bring it to life. Evyn works across various mediums, including painting, drawing, sewing, animation, graphic design, graffiti, and digital painting/media.

If death is the ends, then creation is the means of existence.

Thomas is an inventor, artist, and business consultant. He has a background in finance, fabrication, manufacturing, design, prototyping, electronics, and software development. His deep roots in music and art have inspired him to pursue many career paths but to always align his spirit with the arts. Thomas’s paintings are known for telling fortunes of the future. He works primarily with watercolor and fabrications to bring his visions to life.

The mind's eye is a doorway to the cluttered space on the canvas.

Tulia didn’t attend art school but instead embraced life drawing as her art education. She primarily works in chalk pastel, charcoal, and oil painting, with some mural projects in acrylic. Her process is rooted in figure drawing, driven by curiosity and compassion for her subjects, often friends and peers. Her work delves into themes of emotion, fantasy, and human experience, exploring how stories of desire and contradiction shape our collective consciousness.

Sarah aims to bring a little sparkle to the world through her art, creating pieces that make others smile or feel seen. A lifelong drawer, she earned her BA in graphic design from Savannah College of Art and Design. Now exploring painting and ceramics, Sarah loves finding ways to combine the two. Her work also spans digital illustration, traditional drawing, crocheting, and animation.

Worldsgraytest is a contemporary abstract artist who specializes in creating strange and exaggerated characters. His art, known as Worldsgraytest Art, is currently accepting commissions for fans of unique and unusual works. He is also seeking opportunities to paint murals throughout the city. He describes his art as eccentric and unorthodox, setting it apart from the norm. Having always had a natural talent for drawing, he began incorporating painting into his practice in 2020, making it a distinct part of his artistic journey.

Worldsgraytest is a contemporary abstract artist who enjoys creating strange and exaggerated characters. Worldsgraytest Art is accepting commissions for weird art lovers. Worldsgraytest Art is also looking to paint murals throughout the city. Anyone interested in services can DM worldsgraytest_ on instagram or email worldsgraytestart@gmail.com.

Eric is an illustrator and mural artist based in Scranton, PA, known for his bold, dynamic, and colorful style. Drawing inspiration from graphic novels and comic books, he blends action-packed energy with fine art concepts to tell vivid stories. Trained as an illustrator, Eric excels at drawing from imagination and is skilled in creating large murals quickly in front of crowds.

Alisha Laws, also known as Exhibit A, is a self-taught artist, mother, and licensed clinical social worker who celebrates the creative spirit within the black and brown community. Beyond her work as a muralist, photographer, and an Executive Producer of documentaries on gun violence, Exhibit A uses art to drive social justice activism and community engagement. As founder of All In Therapy, LLC, she empowers individuals to embrace their journey and diversify their means of expression.

Peace and light, my name is Exhibit A. Art is my vehicle for healing, storytelling, and activism. As a self-taught artist, mother, and licensed clinical social worker, I celebrate the unlimited spirit of Black and Brown communities, using my work to create meaningful change and amplify voices often silenced. My journey is shaped by a deep commitment to social justice and mental w(h)ealth. Through live art, muralism, and filmmaking, I explore resilience, identity, and collective healing.

Beyond the canvas, my work is rooted in community engagement. I empower individuals to embrace their journeys through workshops focused on mental wealth and self-discovery. I facilitate spaces for emotional expression, bridging art and wellness in ways that inspire transformation.