I've been drawing since forever, I love swords, and I think George is the best Beatle.

Eli is an art student at MassArt on the path to becoming an illustrator. He’s been creating art for as long as he can remember and has no plans to slow down. He’s taken part in Art Battles at Lamplighter before and loved the fun, welcoming atmosphere. He’s excited to join more events with other artists and people who simply enjoy being around art.

Mona Sahney is a 23‑year‑old self‑taught landscape painter who began teaching herself to paint in 2017 and quickly found art becoming the central passion in her life. In 2018, she launched an annual fundraiser selling her work to support an organization in India that helps children with shelter, education, and medical care—an effort that has since raised nearly $4,000 and remains one of her most meaningful accomplishments. Her paintings celebrate the natural beauty and brightness of the world, and she hopes her journey shows that art is driven by passion, not innate talent, and that anyone can make a difference, even in small ways.

Kevin Sullivan (Sensei23) is a professional fine artist and illustrator with over 20 years of experience creating original acrylic works. His practice centers on narrative-driven artwork, combining technical realism with expressive design to translate photographs, memories, and conceptual ideas into compelling visual pieces. Throughout his career, Sensei has collaborated with internationally recognized companies including Microsoft, Rhapsody, Audi (Seattle), and Elysian Brewing Company. Now based on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Sensei's Art Dojo practice includes commissioned portraiture, pet memorial paintings, landscapes, architectural subjects, and concept-based works.

Ysabel is a self-taught artist with a background in economics, though her true passion lies in painting. Since childhood, art has been her way of making sense of the world. Her work is defined by vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes, focusing on how color can convey depth, contrast, and emotion. Ysabel enjoys working across various mediums, including acrylics, oil pastels, and digital media, but is most drawn to the boldness and intensity that acrylics offer.