J.B. Shepard is a studio pet portrait photographer and the founder of the Puptrait Studio in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
Best known for his signature headshot style of dog photography and the whimsical Paper Hats featured in many of his pet portraits, J.B.'s unique take on dog portraiture has quickly made his dog photos some of the most instantly recognizable in the pet industry and have earned him critical acclaim within the United States and abroad.
Andargé Asfaw, is an award-winning photographer, educator, and author. His powerful portraits and luminous landscapes have appeared in national and international publications and his work is held in private collections worldwide. Andargé's photography book, Ethiopia from the Heart, celebrates the landscape and culture of Ethiopia. Andargé maintains a commercial photography studio, F/STOP STUDIO, in the Washington, D.C. area and leads photo safaris to Ethiopia. He teaches photography at Smithsonian Associates in Washington, D.C, and The Art League School in Alexandria, VA.
There is something about transforming a blank canvas into a beautiful work of art that has always intrigued me. I can say this was my first true love. I tend to live life in color. Meaning to appreciate all that comes with it. I’ve created many works within the field of art. From designing, sculpting, animating — you name it, I’ve tried it. I feel as though making art is my purpose in this world. The art I create is a reflection of my mind. My perception of people, feelings, and interests are released onto these mediums with no restraints.
Nadya Babich is an emerging artist whose abstract creations eloquently express resilience, depth, intimacy, and wonder. Born in Siberia, Nadya's artistic journey has been shaped by a series of relocations and a constant search for identity. Leaving her home country at a young age, she found herself grappling with the challenges of cultural assimilation and a sense of displacement.
My artwork is a reflection of my life. I choose to paint the things that inspire me and my hope is that they bring joy to everyone. I grew up in Spain and I feel extremely lucky to have done so. I hope to point out all the beauty around us and remind everyone to focus their attention on them.
My continuous curiosity has made me explore different types of mediums from encaustic (wax) to pastels and everything in between. Most of my recent work is oils and watercolor.
My most recent exhibition was a one-man show at Monument Sotheby's International in July 2020
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