Bintoro is a 73-year-old retired textile designer who now paints wildlife and endangered animals using oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pen & ink. His sketching around Melbourne led to a feature in a Public Transport Victoria video. He also illustrated 18 postcards for the Centenary of the First Flight from London to Australia and was a finalist in Art Battle, where all his works sold at auction.

Cindy is a Uruguayan artist with a global perspective, creating art in diverse forms and techniques. A graduate of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in China, she was the only foreign participant in a prestigious art and culture program. Her oil paintings and mixed media works have been exhibited worldwide, reflecting her love of travel and deep passion for artistic expression.

Born in the former Soviet Union, raised in Italy, and eventually whisked away to Australia by her husband, I’m a self-taught artist with a love for experimentation. I’ll try any technique on any surface—from canvas to a forgotten piece of street furniture—and see where it takes me. Inspiration tends to strike strongest after a glass (or two) of vodka sour.

Gabby is a Melbourne-based artist originally from Hamilton, currently in her second year at the Victorian College of the Arts, studying painting. Her work explores figurative and dynamic forms, shifting between visceral expression and precise detail. Passionate and persistently challenged by her practice, Gabby embraces both the joy and frustration that come with making art.

Harshi is a lifelong artist whose work is deeply rooted in the creative process. Formerly an art instructor at Chempainting and Cork and Chroma, she’s passionate about teaching and sharing art. Now based in Australia, she continues to teach while also importing and selling affordable art supplies—making art more accessible to all creatives down under.

Jade is an amateur artist passionate about ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. She explores multiple mediums and styles, drawing inspiration from classical Greek and Amarna period statues. Having studied fine arts at university, Jade enjoys creating art inspired by her travels overseas, especially through sketches that capture her experiences and fascination with ancient cultures.

Jarryd is a 21-year-old artist who has been creating since childhood. He works across fine art and abstract styles, driven by a deep passion for art. Recently featured in exhibitions, he also created a mural at That Creative Hub, showcasing his bold and evolving visual voice.

Lauren is a Melbourne-based artist exploring her Indigenous heritage and community through her creative journey. Drawing on a lifelong love of making, she finds joy and healing in art despite living with migraines and endometriosis. Through her work, Lauren hopes to inspire happiness and connection in others.

Olga is a Melbourne-based artist whose work blends expressive impressionism and contemporary realism. Known for bold, energetic brushwork inspired by French Impressionism, she captures the feeling of moments as much as their image. With a background in architecture, Olga balances precision and freedom in her live painting, creating connection and joy for audiences, especially in Art Battle events.

Rebecca is a Melbourne-based visual artist exhibiting locally and internationally. She creates surreal, dreamlike depictions of liminal spaces, influenced by visionary psychedelia and pop surrealism. Incorporating recycled plastic as a metaphor for the Holy Spirit, her detailed paintings explore themes of spirituality, revelation, and escapism. Her background as a tattoo artist adds intricacy, while her sculptures and taxidermy deepen her connection to life and preservation.

SKTCH is a Melbourne-based artist and designer recognized for his modern retro style, characterized by vibrant colors and clean, crisp lines. He applies his distinctive aesthetic across illustrations, graphic design, murals, and apparel, creating bold and polished visual experiences.

Vicki is a British-born portrait artist and registered art therapist now living in Australia. She loves drawing people and experimenting with new approaches—from street art to art battles. As a mixed media artist and art psychotherapist, Vicki explores portraits and materials while navigating life through her creative practice.