2025 Thrift Studio Artists

Featured 2025 artists

Jennifer Ayyad

“Eclipse”
36x30
Acrylic on Plexiglass

This piece was inspired by the eclipse. The deep blues represent the dark skies and the gold circles represent the sun. If the piece is hung with some sunlight facing it, bc of the reflective nature of the plexiglass, the painting comes to life even more almost depicting the actually movement of an eclipse see in the attached picture.

@jenayyadart

Anne Beletic

“She’s thinking about the future”
9x12x1
Watercolor on canvas with resin.

I was experimenting with watercolor and sculpture and had this woman in my head. I was going to title it “she’s scared about the future” but decided to stay out of politics.

@annebeleticart

Melanie M Brannan

"Tiramisu 3”
48 x 30 x 1.5
Golden Acrylics on Canvas

This impasto piece is whites, taupes and beiges, hence the name Tiramisu. It features interference and iridescent paints which subtly glow and change depending on the light. Impasto is one of my most popular series.

www.melaniembrannan.com
@melaniebrannanartist

Cindy Brewer

“Sound in Color”
20 x 20 x 1.5
Mixed media on canvas


“Love Heals” is a reoccurring theme in my paintings and an extension of my belief that art speaks to a truth larger than our suffering, and as an artist our job is to courageously give ourselves to our artistic expression. We cultivate patience, peace, empathy, discipline and our capacity to hold energy as it develops into an offering of truth to ourselves and a caring offering to others to experience.
The presentation of our creativity when practiced come out of hiding into a healing light. We all have a story to tell. When shared, it supports love and respect and inspires harmony and hope. It’s a gesture of gratitude that life is a gift and a way of giving back.

www.cindybrewerfineart.com.
@cindybrewer1

Cindy Brewer

“Love Flow“
20 x 20 x 1.5
Mixed media on canvas

“Love Heals” is an extension of my belief that art speaks to a truth larger than our suffering, and as an artist our job is to courageously give ourselves to our artistic expression. We cultivate patience, peace, empathy, discipline and our capacity to hold energy as it develops into an offering of truth to ourselves and a caring offering to others to experience.
The presentation of our creativity when practiced come out of hiding into a healing light. We all have a story to tell. When shared, it supports love and respect and inspires harmony and hope. It’s a gesture of gratitude that life is a gift and a way of giving back.

www.cindybrewerfineart.com
@cindybrewer1

Hannah Brown

“Jewels of the Orchard“
30x24x1.5
Digital Photography
Oil on canvas

This painting reflects my fascination of nature and appreciation for craftsmanship. The jeweled butterfly, moth, and beetle are a nod to my background as a jeweler and emphasize the value of often-overlooked creatures - just as precious as diamonds. I aimed to evoke warmth and encourage viewers to slow down, reflect, and recognize the delicate balance and fleeting wonders of the natural world.

https://hannahbrown.art
https://www.instagram.com/simply_hbrown/

John Brown

“Feathered Smoke Series 1.A and 1.B (matching pair)"
(7.5X6.5X1),(3.5X5X1.75)
Ceramic bowl (7.5X6.5X1) clay and glaze fired to cone 6
Ceramic vessel (3.5X5X1.75) clay and glaze fired to cone 6

These two pieces are part of a series designed to give the impression of movement of a static object. Black under glaze was applied with a goose feather on a stoneware base. The imprint strongly resembles smoke stains.

John Brown

“Plumeria Plate“
10.5X9X1
Ceramic, clay and glaze cone 6

Impression on the plate is a plumeria leaf from a plant that I brought from Florida in 2020 as a 10-inch cutting. In time it grew to be a five foot bush, producing beautiful, and fragrant yellow and white blooms.
I especially liked the pronounced print of the veins the leaf.
The abstract form of the plate is a design I have been working with for years.

Carol Bruno

“Unfinished Travels“
17.5x 21.5 X 1.5
Fabric on Canvas
Floating Wood Frame

Looking to expand my horizon the latter part of life inspired me to create a piece with rough terrain with a crisscross pattern to represent different directions leading to exploration.

@carolrbruno

Britt Byrne

“abstract IV“
12" x 12" x 1.5"
oil on premier gallery wrapped canvas

A playful abstract painting of cactus inspired from my first collection.

@brittbyrneart
www.brittbyrneart.com

Mary Danz

“Sway“
20x16
Canvas

This image was taken at White Dunes National Park in Tularosa Basin, New Mexico. The dunes are absolutely stunning, yet I wanted to go ground level showing each intricate piece of sand that makes this a great national wonder.

@marydanzphoto
www.marydanzhitzgesphotography.com

Dina Elsaid

“Gaia“
21x17x0.75
Watercolor on paper

With all the changes and turmoil in the world, I wanted a reminder of love, the beauty and resilience of the universe—how it regenerates, how we rise, and how we endure.

www.dinaelsaidart.com
@dina.art.realty

Erin Fuge

“Montecito“
36x48
Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas

We traveled to California last Summer and I am always inspired by the beauty there.

www.erinfuge.com
@erinfugeart

Dulce Hardin

“Nature is a Gift“
36"x24"
Acrylic

Like the title says, "Nature is a Gift". Nature provides us multiply combinations of textures, shapes, light, and color combinations. I spend the first part of my day, everyday, sitting outside in my backyard or wherever I am admiring the natural creations sitting right in front of me. These peaceful times allow my imagination to run wild. Nature is a Gift we receive each and every day.

Dulce Hardin

“Be Whole“
48"X24"
Acrylic

Nature is my continuous inspiration. From the wonders under the sea to the pine needles in a Georgia Pine tree. Nature isn't always perfect but it is whole. It speaks the truth. All you need to do is stop, look, and listen. Nature will speak to you.

Dulce Hardin

"New Normal"
30"x30"
mixed medium, acrylic, pastel, colored pencils


I am fascinated by the colors in nature. I observe my surroundings on a daily basis. Everyday brings new discoveries and combinations of shapes, movement, and sounds.

Margaret Harris

“Texture Lands“
30" x 30" x 1
Oil and acrylic on canvas

This piece was inspired by a winter days palette of blue, grey and mauve. The movement was brought to life through those colors and the texture.

margaretharrisart.com
@margaretharrisart

Marianne Howard

“My Love, You're a doll"
30'x40x2
Acrylic on stretched canvas

This painting beautifully aligns with the mission of Dwell with Dignity, an organization dedicated to creating uplifting and dignified spaces for individuals in need. Just as Ted—a lesser-known doll—finds recognition and warmth through a lovingly hand-knitted sweater, Dwell with Dignity transforms overlooked spaces into environments that foster self-worth, comfort, and belonging.

The act of giving Ted a unique identity through art and personal craftsmanship mirrors the organization’s approach to interior design—turning ordinary, often neglected spaces into places where people feel valued and seen. The handwritten phrase, “My Love—You’re a doll”, further reinforces the idea that every individual, like every space, deserves to be acknowledged, appreciated, and treated with care.

This artwork is more than a nostalgic reflection; it is a testament to the power of thoughtful details and intentional design in shaping not just appearances, but emotional and psychological well-being. Whether through a lovingly crafted sweater or a beautifully designed home, the message remains the same: everyone deserves dignity, recognition, and a place where they feel truly at home.

mariannehoward.com
@marianne_howard_artist

Sahana Kalasegowda

“Soft Rose Hue"
24X36X1
Acrylic on wood

A Creature of beauty, poised and free,
A symbol of calm tranquility,
In her elegance, We see the glow,
Of nature's art, In flamingo's flow

@unfoldlotus

Jay Knearem

“Blind Date"
31.5 x 40 x 2
Mixed media on canvas with wood frame

In this piece, I sought to explore the fluidity of abstraction through the lens of Cubism, embracing both structure and spontaneity. By starting with watercolor, I allowed organic movement and subtle tonal shifts to emerge, creating depth within each form. Scanning and enlarging the original composition emphasized the boldness of color while preserving the delicate nuances that only watercolor can bring. The result is a dynamic interplay between precision and unpredictability—an invitation to see beyond the surface and engage with the layered dimensions of color and form.

@jaytk-art

Walter Gray Lamb

“Nothing Lasts Forever"
16 x 20
Mixed media


A visual meditation on impermanence and decay. Inspired by a deteriorating structure.
The way the darker colors bleed and spread outward suggests an ongoing process of breakdown, while the golden-orange edges create a rust-like quality that reinforces the theme of deterioration.
The purple background adds an emotional dimension—perhaps it represents the passage of time or a melancholic beauty in decay. The lighter, almost ghostly white forms on the right edge could be echoes or memories of what once was, further emphasizing the theme of transience. The concept of structural decay into an abstract emotional expression is powerful, especially with the haunting purple palette that gives it an almost twilight feeling, capturing a moment between existence and dissolution.

www.waltergraylamb.com

Cha In Lee

“Fly"
16X40X1.5
Acrylic on Canvas


This artwork symbolizes a butterfly. To me, a butterfly represents freedom. Using simple lines, I have moved away from the conventional depiction of a butterfly to create a new one that embodies a sense of freedom.

Lisa Lemoine

“Peaceful Place”
36x24


During a church service, I had a sudden vision to paint a peaceful waterfall near an old barn.

Arienne Lepretre

“Bougainvillea”
19 x 15 x 2
watercolor on paper

www.ariennelepretre.com
@ariennelepretre

Valerie Lucie

“Currents”
36 x 48 x 1.5
Acrylic Paint and alcoholic ink on gallery wrapped canvas.

This work was inspired by the ocean, it's waves, currents and undulating sands. I love that it mixes vibrant, energetic color and calmness all at the same time.

@valerielucieartist

Christina Lynn

“Echoes of Resilience“
60"x30"x2"
Acrylic on wooden panel

This work explores the delicate balance between fragility and strength, inspired by nature’s ability to thrive despite adversity. The floral-like shapes, though abstract, suggest growth, endurance, and the echoes of past experiences etched into the present. The monochromatic palette allows light to sculpt the surface, reinforcing the theme of impermanence—each shift in illumination altering the composition’s essence.
Echoes of Resilience is an invitation to reflect on personal transformation, the beauty of imperfection, and the resilience found in both nature and the human spirit.
In Echoes of Resilience, silver blooms emerge from the canvas, their textured surfaces reflecting light and shadow in a dance of transformation. The interplay of metallic hues and stark white background evokes a sense of time’s passage—of memories preserved, yet continuously shifting in perception. The thick impasto application creates a sculptural quality, inviting the viewer to engage not just visually, but tactilely.

https://christina-lynn.squarespace.com
@christinalynnart

Amy McKenzie

“Unspeakable Joy“
36”x36”x1.5”
Acrylic on canvas


The Joy of the Lord is my strength and it is not dependent on circumstances,, so no matter what is going on, I can have Peace and Joy from above in my spirit.

amymckenziefineart.com
@amck.fineart

Julie Michel

“House in the Snow”
24"x24"
acrylic, oil, charcoal

A winter vacation in Colorado inspired this piece.

@artbyjuliemichel

Clare Minella

“Tin District”
36”x48”
Acrylic and paper pulp on canvas

@clare_minella

Emily Morris

“Waiting“


@emilyholmanmorris

YOONSOO NAM

“Joy“
20x20x1.5
Ink and acrylic on canvas


“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” (Psalm‬ ‭28:7‬‭)‬

@namyoonsooart
www.namyoonsooart.com

jill Nonnemacher

“Blubird Sings”
24" x 36" x 1.5"
Acrylic and oil on canvas


My enthrallment of observing birds in nature was the inspiration for this painting. Seeing their beautiful colors, hearing sweet bird songs and liberty to spread their wings and fly is all analogous of a spirited life.

jillnonnemacher.com
@jillnonnemacher

Jill Nonnemacher

“Amusement Park”
24" x 36" x 1.5"
Acrylic on canvas

This painting was inspired by my own feel-good memories as a young child going to amusement parks. These emotions of joyfulness, fun and excitement experienced at that time in life often go out of our minds as we age or experience hard times throughout life. My idea was to create a cheerful abstraction and thrilling feeling one might experience when viewing this painting.

jillnonnemacher.com
@jillnonnemacher

jill nonnemacher

“Journey“
24" x 36" x 1.5"
Acrylic on canvas

My inspiration for this painting is one that came to fruition after a tumultuous time in life. During that period of time, I had experienced so many fluctuating emotions that eventually transformed into a bright future outlook.

jillnonnemacher.com
@jillnonnemacher

Jarrod Oram

"Fade Away and Radiate"
48" x 32"
Photography
Archival Pigment Print


I love New York City storefronts. They feel like you shrunk and are walking in a model train land! The history, character, patina and artistry of a front face that has advertised its inner world is such amazing folk art.

This old bakery in SOHO is no different. The G. La Rosa & Son Bread Co. long shuttered in operation, but its character and history live on in its new iteration, paint chippin, graffiti, et al.

Because it is downtown, it needed to be titled after a Blondie song...

www.jarrodoram.com
@jarrodoram

Kendall Papathanasiou Bardin

"Bay"
48 x 60 x 2
Acrylic on primed canvas

"Bay" captures the quiet power of calm, where depth meets horizon and the unknown feels within reach. In a time when there seem to be more questions than answers, Bay allows the viewer a moment of stillness and quiet contemplation. In each of my collections, I create a "patience" piece which I am intentional with each gestural stroke, color chosen, and layer of texture applied, allowing the work to unfold slowly, embodying the rhythm of deliberate creation. Bay is my current collection's patience piece.

@kcpfineart

Erica Pepper

“Back in Black”
20x24x1
Mixed media- inspired by the pantones! this is made with paint samples!


Inspiration was the all the gorgeous paint sample colors- and how they all work together-the connection..the circle and the square - a part of my circular odyssey series..=) it goes back to how everything is connected.

@ericajeanartanddesign

Nataliya Plambeck

“Awakening Light“
36”x36”
Mixed media on canvas

Awakening Light’ captures the serene beauty of dawn, where soft pastel blues, pinks, and purples blend in a dynamic, light-filled landscape. The movement within the painting mirrors the gentle awakening of nature as the sun rises, symbolizing renewal and the quiet power of the early morning. It’s a celebration of the peaceful yet energetic transition from night to day.

@natartistatwork
Nataliya-artist.com

Mione Plant

“The Forest Through the Trees”
24 x 48 x 1.5
Original acrylic painting on linen, woven, and mounted on wood. Framed in blue acrylic.

I try not to overthink the reasons I find myself drawn, several times a year, to the resting place of my grandfather, who lived to be 101. Before my father's recent passing, he asked that I take him along with me on my next visit. After we arrived, he asked me to read aloud one of his favorite prayers, one I realized I’d never heard.

It asked for support to change… “weakness into strength, and powerlessness into might, and fear into calm, and doubt into certainty.”

The word fear made me pause. It’s not a word I’ve heard used in my family of origin. It’s beautiful to hear it now. To first acknowledge fear, so we can then open the path towards calm. I wanted to remember these words, and spend time with them.

Fear into Calm.

I welcome the path.

@mioneplant
www.mioneplant.com

Jeanne Player

“Walk With Me”
24 x 24 x 1.5
Acrylic on Canvas

Walk With Me is an abstract painting on canvas inspired by the coast. I love to go for walks on the beach. The coastal-inspired palette of blue, green, white, pink, and brown creates a serene and inviting atmosphere. This painting was created with acrylic paints using a palette knife and brushes. It will arrive ready to hang in a gold float.

@jeanneplayerfineart
jeanneplayerfineart.com

Rebecca Prince

"A Journey to Hope"
16 x 20 x 1
oil on canvas


This painting was created for the book cover of "Remembrance: A Journey to Hope", now available on Amazon. Through a powerful blend of poetry and prose, this book takes readers on a transformative journey from trauma to hope—illuminated by faith in Christ. Designed to inspire and support those on the path to healing, it also serves as a valuable resource for anyone working with survivors of abuse.

@princeart_studio
www.princeartstudio.com

Rebecca Prince

“Lucky Duck”
16" x 20" x 1"
oil on canvas


This work was an experiment in color, utilizing the molecular properties of the pigments found in oil paint to create depth and form, which makes the painting feel more "alive."


@princeart_studio
www.princeartstudio.com

PAMELA RABIN

“New Beginngs"
14 x 14 x 2
acrylic, gold leaf, silver leaf

This painting shows strength from within during hard times. Going through the hardest time in my life, my art is my soul which brings me happiness. Signifies new beginnings and moving forward.

@pamelarabin

Margaret Rehwinkel

“Color Bursts”
40x40x2
Acrylic/Ink on canvas

Nature inspires me to create a variety of patterns with texture and a variety of colors.

@margaretschumacherrehwinkel

Renee Robison

“The Falling Leaves”
30"x15"x1.75"
Acrylic

I'm always inspired by the Aspens when we travel to the West and splashing bold colors across a canvas feeds my soul.

www.tinyurl.com/anartistinbloom
@an_artist_in_bloom

Laura Runge

“Whispers Of Hope”
36” x 48” x 1.5”
Acrylic

I created “Whispers of Hope” to represent those times in life when when we are needing a little extra encouragement or glimpse of hope. Then, all of the sudden at just the right moment, it comes to us - often through friends, through family, or through faith. It is my hope that this angel wing painting evokes a sense of calm and of hope which is felt by each person who views it.

@laurarungeart
laurarunge.com

Anastacia Sadeh

"Forgiveness"
12x16x1.5
Acrylic on canvas

This work explores the complex feeling of forgiveness - specifically the moment when the heaviness of anger begins to break apart and what was once dark and complicated within the mind simply becomes part of the pattern through which the light of forgiveness permeates. It represents the coexisting harmony of seemingly opposing emotions.

https://anastaciasadeh.com/
@sadehstudioarts

Mary Anne Smiley

"Party Curls 25"
36x48x4
Watercolor, acrylic and pen on watercolor paper with acrylic box

Inspired by my great love for color and three dimensional sculpture. A love of watercolor art led to dissecting the watercolor paintings and using the strips to create three dimensional curls applied to the canvas surface.

@maryannesmileyinteriors
www.maryannesmiley.com

Janie Stidham

“Puzzled”
36 x 48 x 1.5
Textiles

"Puzzled" was created by piecing Japanese blue indigo linen with persimmon cotton canvas together in a systematic, organized design then slicing it into 48 separate pieces and reassembled to create this contemporary abstract textile design inspired by typography collage art. The context behind this piece is symbolic of experiencing major life changes and the need to reinvent myself and my work. Once being quite organized, deliberate, and predictable onto letting go of old habits or boundaries so to meander off the beaten path in search of creating more meaningful artwork.

www.janiestidham.com
@jane_time

Nikki Stinson

“Off the Grid”
19"x25"x2"
Acrylic paint, Nepalese paper, block printing ink on cradled wood board

I have an infatuation with grids. I love the rigid structure they provide, yet I am constantly attempting to push the boundaries of the compartmentally confined spaces. This piece sums me up in a nut shell. I am the eternal rule follower that tends to want to break all the rules. I love to layer painted ground with fibrous paper and even more paint. There's something magical that happens in this organic process that allows me create a visually dynamic tactile composition.

@nikkistinsonart
www.nikkistinsonart.com

Volta Voloshin

“Cerulean Warbler on a Watermelon”
9x12
Watercolor on archival watercolor paper. Framed in 12x16 frame.


Growing up in post-Soviet Moldova, my world felt muted, both in color and spirit. But summers in my grandmother's garden revealed bursts of vibrancy in the simplest places: the bright red of ripe tomatoes, the golden glow of sunflowers, and the deep greens of fresh herbs. These small pockets of color planted in me a lifelong appreciation for food’s beauty and its power to nourish more than just the body.

When I moved to America, my world expanded in ways I never imagined. I was introduced to a kaleidoscope of flavors and traditions from diverse cultures, all tied together by the universal experience of sharing food. My Birds on Snacks series reflects this journey. Each whimsical pairing of birds with snacks that share the same first letter is a playful tribute to the joy, connection, and sense of belonging that food brings into our lives.

Birds, like food, are universal symbols, soaring freely across borders and cultures, bringing songs of comfort and beauty. Their presence in this series is also a gentle nod to mental well-being, as bird sounds have been shown to reduce stress and lift our spirits. Through vibrant colors and lighthearted compositions, Birds on Snacks invites you to savor the small delights in life and find joy in unexpected places.

www.colorsnack.com
@colorsnack

Ross von Rosenberg

“Titanic”
32.75 inches wide x 24 inches tall
Acrylic paint on stained wood


It was the first of its kind. The first on a long step of a continuous journey of creating tension between the geometric and the organic. And how that tension creates abstract landscapes, vistas and architectural forms

https://www.rossvon7design.com/
@rossvon7

Debra Witter

“Loch Ness Rainbow“
19" x 13" x .5"
Digital photograph on paper

On a trip to Scotland in 2023, we visited Loch Ness and were treated to this gorgeous rainbow (no glimpse of Nessie, though).

www.acrosstheriverstudio.com
@acrosstheriverstudio

Debra Witter

“Iceland Pony“
19" x 13" x.5
Digital photograph on canvas

On a trip to Iceland in 2023, I was intrigued by these seemingly wild ponies--a mixture of both rugged and delicate beauty.

@acrosstheriverstudio
www.acrosstheriverstudio.com

Grace Woodall

"A Living Hope"
24"x 30"
Acrylic on canvas

What is life without hope? Hope can be different for different people - for me its my faith and knowing there is something bigger than me in control. It is something that helps us to move forward even in the worst of times. In this work of art a women basks in the glow of hope as it rains down on her - bringing joy from within.

www.gracewoodallart.com
@gracewoodall

Adam Diles

"Birkin Bull"
24x30
Acrylic paint on stretched canvas

Growing up on a cattle ranch in south texas and now living in Dallas inspired me to paint something with a little bit of both places in mind. A bull holding a Birkin seemed like a fun way to merge the two and encapsulate the vibe of Dallas, a little western, with a little bit of Hermes.

@adamdilesart

LisaLemoine

"Breathe of Fresh Air"
15x24
Painting

Reminisce of when I was a child.

Lisa Lemoine

"Cave Of Peace"
14x14
Painting

Searching for peace, during a dark time.