(Michelle Schultz) Michelle Schultz is a painter based in Bend whose recent work aims to capture fleeting, ephemeral moments and view them through a, “lens of hope and joy,” according to the artist. Michelle got her start in art at a very young age. She recalls a moment in kindergarten when her picture of a…
The Forged Steel Eagle
((L-R) Spencer Knight, Kurt Fisk, Hunter Dahlberg, Mark Manley, Heather Higgins, Anton Yakushev, Joe Elliott | Photo taken by Kat Yakushev) In mid-September of this year, a blacksmithing workshop was held for the purpose of teaching and honing in skills, as well as creating a life-sized, steel sculpture of an eagle in flight. The two…
Bright Palettes & Graffiti Graphics — The Story of Artist Evan Namkung
(Evan Namkung) Evan Namkung is a Bend-based mural artist who is known for large, graffiti-style murals that utilize a bright and vibrant color scheme. Across Central Oregon, people can find examples of his work decorating and bringing life to many once-boring walls. As a child, Evan was always creative, even if his creative pursuits were…
Taylor Manoles ~ Art through Faith
(Left) Taylor Manoles (Right) Encompass| Photos courtesy of Taylor Manoles) Local artist Taylor Manoles has lived a life steeped in art. At a young age, she loved drawing horses (inspired by Dreamworks’ film Spirit) as well as birthday cards for family and friends. It was her Aunt Sue who eventually introduced her to her current…
Taking the Leap
(Valley by Alex Drury) Alex Drury Taking Risks to Pursue Her Creative Passion Alex Drury, a painter who experiments with mediums but primarily sticks to watercolor, has taken more than one leap of faith to get herself and her art to where it is today. Born and raised in England, Alex began drawing with her…
Cooper Art & Abode ~ Kristine Explores Emotions through Abstract Work
(Kristine Cooper | Photo courtesy of Cooper Art & Abode) Kristine Cooper, owner of Cooper Art and Abode, is a local abstract painter who uses art to communicate a multitude of thoughts and feelings. Kristine has been an artist for most of her life, recalling her early years being spent playing with chalk on the…
COMAG 2023 ~ Annual Metal Arts Show Returns for Ninth Year
(Anton Yakushev and Goph Albitz | Photos courtesy of COMAG) The Central Oregon Metal Arts Guild, or COMAG, traces their roots back to 1998, when seven jewelers met on an April evening to discuss their work and future collaboration over pizza and beer. What started as an informal get together blossomed into the guild we…
Art in the High Desert Annual Show Takes Over New Venue
(New venue | Photo courtesy of Art in the High Desert) Art in the High Desert is Central Oregon’s premier juried fine art and craft show. Every year, more than 100 artists flock to the region to have their work shown in this prestigious expo. While hundreds of artists apply each year, the carefully juried…
Lend Me Your Walls
DCAA Supports Art in Redmond The Dry Canyon Arts Association (DCAA) is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to furthering the arts in Redmon and the surrounding communities. Ultimately, they hope to see a community arts center built and developed, offering art classes, cultural events, a member’s studio and more. Building a formal location to…
Revealing the Unseen & Sharing Perspective
((L-R) Freedom, Michael, Transcending by Lynn Hardy) A Spotlight on Artist Lynn Hardy Ever since she was little, accompanying her dad to classic car shows, artist Lynn Hardy recalls seeing the world in a different light, “From the time I was a child, I’ve seen the world in a different way,” Lynn said. “When my…