Whitney Guymon | Artist on Instagram: "I like to trade the traditional self portrait for representational self-portrait still lifes. Students choose objects that symbolize their identity/objects that matter to them, that tell their story. The magic comes in how they arrange those objects: the textiles they use, the way the lighting falls, the composition they build, and even the textures and colors they lean toward. Every choice becomes a reflection of their personality. We see more of *them* th

Grenning Gallery on Instagram: "🫟Moments of abstraction persist within the representational paintings of @darius_yektai 🫟 A traditional still life from afar, with a blue sky, green grassy hill, an old tree in the distance; is similtaneously an assay of materials - the viscosity of oil paint vs acrylic paint. The depth and reflection the layer of resin creates. & the boundaries of where the painting stops and meets frame are broken. “Sunset Roses in Blue Vase on Rock” by #DariusYektai 40 x 34 i

A Banks Gallery on Instagram: "As a representational painter Mitch believes that painting is a celebration of life and the beauty that surrounds us. He is devoted to the traditions of the late 19thcentury artists who looked to the figure and nature for inspiration regarding light, color, and design. Seeking out this inspiration, Mitch works directly from life to capture the qualities and nuances of natural light and color harmony. He has a strong conviction that great artistic communication depe