Julie Brigance has the following to say, as an artist: I, like many of my PAPA friends, have had a life-long love for art. Mine began with my talented, artistic mother. I grew up drawing and painting everything – even on Easter eggs. At school I was always decorating...
My love of textiles developed from an early age, probably from watching my mother and both grandmothers sew and do other handworks. After retirement I finally had time to pursue my interest in quilting and it’s become a meaningful activity. When my husband started...
Born and raised in Southern Illinois, Era Diane (Beggs) Ireland has always had a passion for the wildlife and beautiful scenery of the surrounding region. Following graduation from the Metropolis High School, Diane pursued her love of the outdoors by attending Shawnee...
Jan Barrett, a Livingston County native, recalls looking out her bedroom window as a young teenager, at the way the neighbor’s yard was framed in the window, and responded by picking up a plain school pencil and drawing it. From Livingston Co. originally, she and her...
Step into a world of vibrant hues and captivating emotions this month, as we showcase the exceptional work of Chad McLaren, whose art is an explosion of color and expression. Chad draws inspiration from nature, people, and a touch of sarcasm, all of which are on...
Featured Artist Keith Murphy was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He was first introduced to art by his mother, who encouraged him to enter a third-grade poster contest. In high school, he pursued music and tennis. After graduating high school, he relocated to...
