Category for All Artists
Justin LeBart / Journeyman Ceramics Justin LeBart is a skilled ceramic artist and educator based in Bend, Oregon, known for his playful yet functional pottery. With a background in sculpture and a passion for teaching, he uses clay as a tool for mindfulness, creating joy and connection through both his art and teaching. “Through meaningful […]
Jennifer Bakker Jennifer is an abstract expressionist painter whose vibrant works embody the energy of rock ‘n’ roll and the soulfulness of music. Painting primarily with acrylics on canvas, she creates richly textured, emotionally charged pieces that reflect her passion for life’s essentials—love, family, nature, and music. “If rock ‘n’ roll could exist in visual
Cathy Jordan Cathy Jordan’s journey into woodworking began in her childhood, observing her father craft in his woodshop. Upon retiring, she embraced this passion, relying on minimal power tools, abundant elbow grease, and her vivid imagination. Cathy meticulously selects special woods, collaborating with the material to reveal the hidden beauty of its grains and shapes,
Ross Mercer / Ross Mercer Fine Art Ross began painting seriously in 2012, drawing inspiration from a background in mathematics and physics. Self-taught and experimental, Ross’s large-scale abstract works often feature hidden equations or references to scientific milestones. His art explores the intersection of physics and creativity, with themes ranging from quantum mechanics to gravitational
Denise Harrison / Sterling Echoes Denise Harrison specializes in creating unique and custom-made fine jewelry pieces using high-quality materials such as sterling silver, gold, diamonds, and gemstones that capture and preserve memories. Her creative process involves transforming inspiration from photographs, drawings, or even everyday objects like a glass of beer into wearable pieces of art.
Mary Moore Mary’s ceramic figures are focused on a progression of ideas based on childhood memories of myths and fairytales. She feels those old stories are universal and reveal parts of ourselves. Her ceramic work primarily uses underglazes and washes to obtain the desired colors and effects. Many of her pieces are embellished using a
Tammy McCullough / Chickadee Creations by Tammy Tammy’s inspiration transpires from living in Central Oregon with its diverse animal population (wild and domesticated). She loves the beauty, joy, and humor of our furry/feathered friends. “I am a woolgatherer. My artistry is an expression of heart and nature singing a duet. ” – Tammy McCullough Working
Mike Putnam /Mike Putnam Photography Landscape photographer, Mike Putnam and his wife Debbie moved to the beautiful Central Oregon town of Bend shortly after their completion of graduate school. Their move to Bend was largely influenced by the stunning natural scenery in the Central Oregon area. Glacier-covered mountains, alpine lakes, old-growth forests, pristine rivers, and
Tyler Haas / Tyler Haas Designs Tyler’s jewelry is inspired by fantasy elven style as well as the swirling lines of calligraphy. He hand forms and solders sterling silver and 14k gold fill into visually stunning pieces of wearable art that show off the natural beauty of the stones they harbor. His aim is to
Mary Jo Weiss / Josepha Fine Art Jewelry “I enjoy the process, the way a piece evolves and takes on a life of its own. To start with materials and a concept and see where it takes me, being spontaneous, always learning and exploring in the process. In the end, I hope to create a
