Jonathan creates artwork filled with color, texture, energy, and emotion, inspired by life’s journeys, victories, defeats, sunrises, and sunsets. Based in Rockport, Massachusetts, he is the Artist in Residence at Massachusetts General and Boston Medical Center Cancer Centers. Jonathan also founded the Conquer Cancer Coalition of Massachusetts, raising over $1 million for cancer support and research. His greatest accomplishment is his daughter, who embodies his father’s spirit.

You can’t always control the storm that rolls in, but you can learn how to adjust your sails!

Lily is a college student studying oil painting, blending old master techniques with her own contemporary style. Her surreal, colorful art often features animals at birthday parties. She started oil painting in September and prefers working from life with still lifes made of party supplies and stuffed animals. Lily typically uses one or two favorite brushes for each painting and works with both oil and acrylic paints.

Surrealism, whimsy, brightly colored animals, can I get it on a canvas in 20 minutes? I’ll sure as heck try!

Sam is a Boston based multi-media artist, musician, and teacher from Shirley, NY. Sam’s love for visual art started in 2019 during a casual paint night with friends. Now a freelance artist, Sam creates canvas works of all sizes, hand painted stickers, found object sculptures, digital photo manipulations, and more. Sam’s work is inspired by abstract expressionism, folk art, graffiti, cartoons, and personal reflections on existentialism and mental health.

GO MAKE ART IT’S FUN

Natural is an artist of all media, including murals, canvas, graffiti, sculpture, graphics, music production, and writing. He works across a wide range of creative fields.

Murals if needed

AGONZA, a female artist based in Providence, has gained international recognition while remaining beloved locally. She holds the distinction of being one of the most prolific muralists in Rhode Island, actively engaging with the community for the past five years. AGONZA is a dedicated advocate for BIPOC youth empowerment, inspiring change on a global scale.

Elton is back! A self-taught artist, he describes his style as illustrative. Elton enjoys exploring various mediums in his artwork, which he views through an illustrative lens. Additionally, he practices as a tattoo artist.

Excited to be a part of this show! Let's get it!

Rhode Island-based black and grey tattoo artist and musician, Jay Santiago, returns with his striking portraits and bold use of color.

Jess, also known as Pickles, is a creative and passionate artist and educator dedicated to inspiring others through her work. As an entrepreneur, she thrives on bringing innovative ideas to life, always with a love for music and a keen eye for trends. Jess believes in the power of vibes to connect people, and her love for travel fuels her creativity, allowing her to explore diverse cultures and influences.

Creative and passionate, I’m an artist and educator dedicated to inspiring others through my work. As an entrepreneur, I thrive on bringing innovative ideas to life, always with a music lover's heart and an eye for trends. I believe in the power of vibes to connect people, and my love for travel fuels my creativity, allowing me to explore diverse cultures and influences. Whether in the studio, classroom, or on the go, I’m always striving to blend art, education, and entrepreneurial spirit into every endeavor.

Eli is an artist who uses music and emotion as inspiration to create his work, often likening it to translating a song onto canvas. He loves capturing people's likenesses to evoke emotion through his graffiti-like style. Primarily a digital artist, Eli combines these influences to create dynamic, expressive pieces.

Hey I’m Eli and I’m an artist that uses music and emotion to create my art!

Megumithegift is a self-taught mixed media and digital illustrator from Japan, passionate about travel and island life. A member of Urban Sketchers in Boston and Osaka, she uses public sketches to connect with people through art. Her work includes paper cutting, origami, acrylics, watercolor, digital illustration, and more. She challenges viewers to question the value of art, asking, "Do you really like this art, or are you measuring its worth?"

Hello to the art lovers! I am a self taught artist and life time traveler based in Quincy MA and Japan. I am so excited and afraid a bit to be in this battle!
I believe there are no mistakes in making art. Art is my way of expressing myself.
I like using mixed media like sumi ink drawings, paper cuttings, origami, and acrylic paintings.
Let’s have a fun time!