Vic Hollins is a Tucson-based illustrator and mixed-media artist with a BFA in illustration who brings desert light, vibrant color, and pattern into every piece. Her work spans watercolor, ink, gouache, and collage, layered to tell stories that feel rich, personal, and full of life. Vic teaches globally in live and virtual workshops. She’s passionate about making mixed media accessible at any level, guiding students through process, experimentation, and joy in creation.

Carin Gerard merges classical technique with modern vision, creating florals and still lifes that pulse with light, depth, and emotion. Trained in the Florence Atelier tradition and rooted in Renaissance and Spanish masters, her work balances precision with spontaneity. Her paintings have been exhibited widely and are included in distinguished collections across the U.S. Carin also teaches globally, bringing her philosophy of process, light, and transformation to artists at every level.

Carla Grace is internationally renowned for her ability to breathe emotion, presence, and soul into wildlife paintings. Raised in South Africa and now based in Australia, she doesn’t just paint animals, she captures spirit. Her works transcend realism, layered with meaning, light, and depth. As a leader in the wildlife art world, Carla’s work has won multiple global awards. She teaches with clarity and passion, mentoring students to move beyond technique into connection, intuition, and artistic voice.

Born in Montréal and based in Québec, Ann-Marie Boisvert creates with intention, blending color, texture, and symbolism to evoke emotion and reflection. Inspired by nature, poetry, and the rhythm of light, her work moves fluidly between abstract and figurative. She is deeply committed to her mission: learn and share, offering accessible teaching, published guides, and workshops that bridge technique and self-expression. Through her art and her teaching, Ann-Marie invites viewers and students alike to see, feel, and connect more deeply.

Oris's work is rooted in her heritage and guided by a love for beauty in everyday life. Through her artwork and textile goods, she creates pieces that carry meaning and warmth, inviting others to pause, reflect, and connect. A devoted fan of Callia Artist Brushes, Oris loves how they allow her to create expressive, bold brushstrokes with effortless control, making them an essential part of her creative process.

Sored is a self-taught watercolor artist and calligrapher and the creator of Sored Hall Studio. Her journey began by watching other artists create, and eventually she started to take classes online and in person. She attributes her success to a little bit of practice everyday.

Earning a bachelors degree in Psychobiology with a minor in Art from Simmons College in Boston, MA in 2007, it wasn’t until 2010 that Jessica decided to pursue a career as an artist and learn the techniques of the Old Master painters in a classical atelier setting. She began her studies in Santa Fe, NM at the Ryder Studio School under the instruction of Tony Ryder. Jessica continued her art training in contemporary realism in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico with artist William Martin until being accepted into the prestigious Florence Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. After graduating from the Advanced Painting Program instructed by Angel Ramiro Sanchez, Jessica received the Fourth Year Prize and worked directly with the director of FAA, Daniel Graves. In her fourth year, Jessica also became an instructor for the first year Intensive Drawing program.

She’s the First Lady of Decorative Painting and with good reason. Due to Priscilla’s efforts, dreams, and ability to draw people to her, the first meeting of the Society of Decorative Painters was formed October 22, 1972. From Priscilla’s beginning efforts in the early 60’s, she has become a world renowned teacher, author and the decorative painting industry’s ambassador to the world. Priscilla was my first teacher, my mentor and a dear friend who I cherish.

Lisa Whitehouse was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba and spent her childhood enjoying the outdoors, camping, exploring and learning about animals. Her love of wildlife is evident in her art and her fun, bright and creative style brings to life the movement, personality and beauty of nature.

Lisa started painting more in 2015 when she made the decision to stay home and raise her kids. What began as a hobby, quickly turned into a passion. Her entrepreneurial spirit and desire to share her work has turned Whitehouse Art into what it is today. Lisa's work can be seen in homes and businesses around the world.

"It’s honestly so hard to pick a favourite Willow Wolfe brush, but the Callia fur and feathers are a staple in my practice.

With such a wide range of sizes and shapes, I reach for them every single day in my studio. The quality of the bristles means I can paint for hours without worrying about them losing their shape or shedding.

As a vegan, having a cruelty-free option that doesn’t sacrifice performance is incredibly important to me. I truly can’t recommend them enough."

Dimitri Sirenko is a Ukrainian-born Canadian artist whose creative journey began with a childhood passion for video games and animation. After immigrating to Canada, he studied Media Arts at Emily Carr University and spent over a decade in the video game and animation industries, eventually achieving a role of Art Director. Despite professional success, Dimitri sought deeper artistic fulfillment, rediscovering his love for traditional media through painting at home and participating in live art competitions. His transition to fine art marked a return to personal expression, blending his digital roots with bold and expressive realism in his work.

Canadian portrait artist Steven Rosati is nationally recognized for his Old Master style and technique. He studied fine arts, portrait painting and graphic design in schools both publicly and privately.

He considers his real education from the endless hours of study in museums around the world. Steven's passion is to capture the sitter's likeness, beauty and spirit.

Raised in the vibrant world of art and design, Nya Wolfe has been attending trade shows and creative events with her mother, artist and brush designer Willow Wolfe, since infancy. Immersed in the art industry from an early age, she has developed a lifelong passion for creativity, storytelling, and innovation.

Now a published author of watercolor workbooks, Nya shares her love of painting and education with artists around the world. As the Marketing Manager of Willow Wolfe Inc., she blends artistry and strategy—building meaningful connections between the brand and its community. Driven, thoughtful, and entrepreneurial, Nya represents the next generation of creators who merge tradition, beauty, and modern design in everything they do.

Richard Grieco, a true cultural icon, has channeled his diverse talents into the world of fine art. With a passion for abstract expressionism, Grieco's paintings capture the raw, underlying emotions that lie within the subconscious. Experience the pure emotion and subtext of his artistic journey.

Allison Dawrant is a mixed media artist from Calgary, Alberta. After working as an RN for many years, she shifted her focus to art in 2020, choosing a more intentional life centered on creativity and family. Her work is grounded in the search for quiet moments and enjoyment of the process.  She shares her inspiration and insights through unedited YouTube videos.

"Beautiful synthetic bristles — balanced, smooth, no shedding. They hold paint just right and disappear into the work. Exactly what a good brush should do. I've been really impressed. The synthetic bristles feel lovely to work with — well balanced, no shedding, and exactly the right thickness for acrylic work. They hold just the right amount of paint and give a smooth, clean glide — perfect for the flat finish I'm always working toward. The kind of brush you reach for without thinking about it, which is exactly what you want. It's clear a lot of care went into making them." 

Cat Kerr is a full-time mixed-media artist based in Central Florida, dedicated to exploring new techniques and mediums to expand her creative knowledge. In addition to teaching workshops, she is a licensed designer with over 80 products, a frequent guest on the PBS show "Make it Artsy" and serves as an independent contractor for several leading companies in the arts and crafts industry.

"My work is driven by curiosity and a desire to push the boundaries of what is possible in art. As an ambassador for Royal Talens North America and Grafix Arts, I frequently work with acrylics, watercolors, inks, and gouache on diverse surfaces including plastic, wood, resin, metal, and fabric. I enjoy sharing daily inspiration and tutorials on social media to offer tips and encouragement to aspiring artists.I consider myself a "creative mad scientist," as my favorite part of the process is discovering the potential of different materials—such as paper, leather, fiber, and resin—and balancing them with new products on the market. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to turn this exploration into my professional career."