Mike Parks is a multidisciplined artist from Cumberland, MD. His work focuses on the interaction of technology and humanity.
Portfolio
A movie trailer for a local book author.
Medium: Film / video
Year: 2023
Val Schaefer began his art journey purely as a means of art therapy. A disabled combat veteran imprinted upon and humbled by the experience of war, he unexpectedly found peace in the workshop. This is where Val discovered a unique way of blurring the line between frame and art, making them one and the same. Instinctively he knew the grandeur nature of extensive ornamentation was the perfect fit. The broad range of details found in the unfinished wood satisfied Val's need for complexity and elegance.
Brandon Richardson (Mr. Rich) is a multidiscipline visual artist based in the DMV area. Drawing and painting has always brought joy to Mr. Rich since he could hold a pencil. The design of cartoons, sports logos and sneakers often inspire the murals that Mr. Rich has developed throughout his career. His work can be seen in various schools and public spaces throughout the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area.
Scott currently lives in Annapolis, Maryland and works closely with ArtFarm teaching young future artists. He'll be starting as an instructor at Maryland Hall in the fall of 2023 teaching encaustic classes and workshops.
Artist Melanie Denise Coburn draws inspiration from her upbringing in Baltimore City, with its row homes, community and shared walls. Her artistic journey began with museum visits and art projects led by her mother. Nurtured by her mother’s encouragement of creative exploration, art was an inseparable part of Melanie’s life. Melanie’s continual passion for art led her to the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA). Starting in 2007, Melanie shares her love for art as a dedicated teacher at Mercy High School, teaching students in grades 9 through 12.
Randy Is a Ghanaian-American, born in Massachusetts. His love for photography started when he entered college. His entrepreneurial spirit drove him to start his own photography business. Randy is currently based in Baltimore city. His love for creativity and exploration started at a young age from the influences of his family, late parents and several other creative entrepreneurs. Randy is a recent graduate from Morgan State University. Randy specializes in portrait, lifestyle and creative commercial photography.