Ann Wheeler, Driftwood Artist, I transform natural driftwood into beautiful and functional art for home interior and outdoor décor. Each piece is customized and finished by hand. My artwork includes driftwood designs by hand, etched glass, photos of wildlife, and outdoor decorative designs. I can customize a piece of driftwood or etch glass, for a special one-of-a-kind look.
Born in Washington, DC. Now a Baltimore City resident, with a few stops in-between... just looking to create along the way.
Shannell Thomas is a passionate and experienced creative instructor, dedicated to fostering artistic expression and nurturing the creative spirit in every individual. With a background in various art forms and a penchant for sharing her knowledge, she has become a beacon for those looking to embark on exciting creative journeys.
As a Multidisciplinary Artist and single mom, time has had to become fluid for me in order to create. My latest works consist of images capturing moments in my life along with prose concerning homelessness, The Patriarchy, living as a gender-fluid person in the 80s and 90s in DC and Baltimore, and the characters that come along with that life. I am actively seeking publishers interested in such works, and galleries and pop-ups that may be interested in said subject matter. Corporate sponsorships are also, of course, welcomed and appreciated.
My painting experience was guided by my middle school art teacher Shirley Brannock. Mrs. Brannock helped me get involved with the Dorchester Center for the Arts when it first opened. I was one of the youngest oil painters who learned to love the magic of a paint brush. Thanks to her, I received a high school scholarship and met other artists, their mediums and it allowed me to expand my horizons. Sculpture, carving, silversmithing, and glass work. I have recently taken up watercolors and enjoy the challenge of painting with less paint and the movement of the water.