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Vandergriff Art Festival, 2800 S. Center Street, Arlington, TX (2026)

06/01/2022

Loni Lichti~ Alexander, AR.
Category: Jewelry
I'm a metalsmith from central Arkansas Specializing in sterling silver, copper, bronze, and keumboo gold. Utilizing natural cabochons combined with unique setting techniques to create wearable ART.

Ivan Collins~ Arlington, TX.
Category: Mixed Media 2D
A mix of wood and metal is used to form a shape and glue different beer cans that are themed to match or go along with the overall shape of the design.

Holli Michener~ Carrollton TX.
Category: Painting
My technique is to apply oil color in thin layers over a monochromatic acrylic underpainting. Sometimes I start with Payne's Grey and wash in Burnt Umber to adjust the tone before applying the color. Occasionally spray paint is used for a haze effect in the background elements. Once the underpainting is rendered, a layering process in oil paint is applied which slowly tightens up the detail.

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06/01/2022

Heather Wobbe~ New Ulm, TX.
Category: Jewelry
My artisan jewelry is inspired by my experience working on archaeology digs and in museum basements. I am drawn to the push and pull of ancient and modern combining age-old design inspiration with a contemporary aesthetic.
Known for a signature torch applied patina mixed with hand textured and mirror polished golden details, I also include artifacts, fossils, unique specimens, and self-mined minerals into my jewelry with 14k gold filled details.

Jenny Roberts~Bridgeport, TX.
Category: Mixed Media 3D
I make trees from all types of wire. Some are placed on repurposed picture frames some are placed on driftwood some on stones.

Jim Brightwell~ Caddo Mills, TX.
Category: Sculpture
I make wall hung sculptures by casting concrete and hybrid adobe into molds. The pieces integrate distressed steel, wire, glass, wood and salvaged organic material into the compositions. I want to combine the format of painting with the depth and texture of sculpture. Most of the pieces are hollow to some degree to create depth and an interior narrative in tension with the exterior surface.

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05/31/2022

Jef Barton~ Fort Worth, TX.
Category: Ceramic
I have been a potter for 45 years making functional and decorative pieces using various stoneware clay bodies and firing methods. I create functional pieces that are made with stoneware clay and fired to Cone 10 in reduction atmosphere using a gas kiln to 2350’ F, which produces a highly durable ware with rich yet often subtle glaze colors. There are some pieces fired in the RAKU process which is a quick fire process.

Martin Pothier~ Abilene, TX.
Category: Photography
Fine art photography, using methods refined over many years to capture images that evoke emotion in the viewer.

Daryoush Ababaf~ Plano, TX.
Category: Wood
Inlay on wood is the extraordinary art of creating artistic images by inlaying small pieces of woods. I use a wide range of wood types by their natural grains and colors. All natural colors from various types of woods carved for a pleasant 3-D feel. Each single piece cut with a deep throat fret saw. I describe my work as an effort to reveal the secrets of the wood’s life.

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05/31/2022

Jeribai Andrew-jaja~ Fort Worth, TX.
Category: Emerging Artist
Jeribai Andrew-jaja was born and raised in the city of Port- Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Growing up, he was always fascinated with art. It started with drawing cartoons and superheroes from comic books.
"Ever since I realized I had this gift, it has been a burning desire to share it with the world to create a positive impact and fulfill my purpose. I create to tell stories that uplift through my artwork."

Olivia Hiller~ Jacksonville, AR.
Category: Emerging Artist
I am a mixed media painter beginning my process with collage and a variety of acrylic mediums. Next, I use ink and a mixture of other materials as needed, such as acrylic, oil pastel, pigment powder, or gold leaf. Then, every painting is finished with a generous amount of oil paint applied by brush and palette knife.

Erin Powell~ Arlington, TX.
Category: Emerging Artist
I use thinned out acrylic paint to compose fluid art on canvas, wood and glass.

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05/31/2022

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05/30/2022

Greg Brown~ Fort Worth, TX.
Category~ Emerging Artist
I use vintage Versace ties with acrylic paint. Each tie is attached to a 1.5 inch canvas after the canvas is painted, merging the canvas and tie together to become one work.
Sizes range from 15x30 to 36x24.
Versace was murdered in 1997 and I only use pre-death ties.

Beth Hargrove~ Azel, TX.
Category: Emerging Artist
My paintings are created on canvas using acrylic paint and medium experimentation that allow color, forms, and lines to come together in my abstract fluid paintings.

Dallas Williams~ Mansfield, TX.
Category: Emerging Artist
I use a plaster compound to build up my surface/subjects before I paint. My artwork images come from my personal experiences with nature. I finish my pieces with bright colors related to the natural colors I see. I consider my work a 3D impression of nature.

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05/30/2022

Kathy Amaral~ Frisco, TX.
Category: Mixed Media 3D
I use a combination of many mediums in my art. From canvas, books, and wood for my base. I use fabric, paper, paint, wood, and chipboard. As well as texture of all forms and findings to convey the final image of my work. I build from a flat base to bring depth and interest to my final piece. Whether it be a single flower or a layering of gears. The final story of each piece of art is in the mind of the viewer.

Robin Evans-Hanson~ Arlington, TX.
Category: Painting
I use rich,vibrant, pure watercolors on 300 lb D'Arches watercolor paper to preserve my view of people and scenes of everyday life; some of the paintings have a touch of whimsy. I strive to bring a smile or tickle the memories of those who see my work.

Shawn Corder~ Hondo, TX.
Category: Sculpture
Sculptures made from a combination of salvaged and new metals hand cut and formed into whimsical sculptures ranging from kinetic abstract and figurative Protected by a powder coat or clearcoat finish.

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05/29/2022

Sharon & Benton Webb~ Fort Worth, TX.
Category: Ceramic
HunBun studio sets out to bring highly decorated and functional ceramic art into your home. We find inspiration from natural and geometrical patterns, which can be seen in our work. Husband and wife team, we are both art graduates of UNT. Our goal is to bring affordable and highly decorated ceramic work into anyone and everyone’s home.

Ruben Salazar~ Humble, TX.
Category: Mixed Media 3D
I preserve ethically sourced exotic butterflies and insects with a focus on composition and color.

Ian Harrold~ Lorena, TX.
Category: Wood
Hailing from Elverson, Pennsylvania, Ian was exposed to woodworking through his grandfather, Jim Lockwood. His grandfather made anything from model ships to coffee tables. Ian started making furniture pieces on his own time which sparked his interest in the craft. From there he took a job making custom furniture in Brooklyn, New York where he honed is skills for 5 years, after which he decided to go out on his own.

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05/28/2022

Over the next few days we will be highlight the artists that will be part of the Vandergriff Art Festival and give you a sneak peek of what to expect!

Bryan Ross~ Loachapoka, AL.
Category: Glass
My process is a different way of creating one of a kind stained glass pieces. In one technique I use a modern form of Dalle de Verre, cement is used instead of lead. The other technique uses UV epoxy. Both these processes make it possible to create panels which incorporates antique glass pieces, wood, metal and plastics items. Using these techniques, the outcome is stained glass panels with a 3D appearance. I also think it gives the panels a cleaner look.

Susana Langlois~ Katy, TX.
Category: Jewelry
Original handcrafted designs, inspired in nature, love and life experiences. Techniques: Fabrication, Wax Carving, Casting and Wirework. Materials: Precious Stones, Pearls, 14k and Sterling Silver.

Mike Malone~ Whitehouse, TX.
Category: Metal
I build small copper and aluminum wire trees that are mounted on pottery or wooden bases.

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05/18/2022

We are just over two weeks away!

Please share with everyone you know.
Mark you calendars and make your plans to attend!

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Dr. Elise Hernandez
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05/17/2022

A BIG THANK YOU to Drink Milo's Tea for becoming a sponsor of the Vandergriff Art Festival!

Milo’s was founded as a restaurant in 1946 by Milo and Bea Carlton after Milo returned from serving our country in World War II. Milo’s philosophy was simple: use high quality, natural ingredients, listen to your customers, and never sacrifice taste.
This vision still guides us today as we source natural ingredients and never add colors or preservatives.
Seventy-five years later, Milo’s is still a family-owned business and also a Certified Women Owned Business with corporate headquarters in Bessemer, Alabama.
Milo’s is also a Platinum-Certified Zero Waste Manufacturer devoted to sustainable practices and the stewardship of local communities and the environment.

Be sure to stop by the Milo's booth at the Vandergriff Art Festival and get free samples of tea!

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