Alex Bounds, aka iiigod, has been a multimedia artist his whole life and has worked in digital, music, photography, and modeling. He is based in Bradenton, Florida, but we are so excited to have him exhibiting more in Brooksville! Check out his work on Instagram or at Gallery 201, where he currently has a collection of portraits on display at Gallery 201 in the I - Identity exhibit.

Instagram: @iiigod

bujikimo (Cesar Garcia) is inspired by 90's cartoons, underground art, and Japanese Noh theatre masks. The figures and symbols incorporated into his work give color to the gray area between innocence and mischief, appearing at times both cute and sinister. In addition to traditionally working on canvas, bujikimo also paints readymade objects like furniture and street signs. bujikimo received a BS in General Psychology from the University of Central Florida in 2020 and lives and works in Tampa Bay, FL.

Instagram: @bujikimo

Christian Van Vooren is a Visual Artist specializing in acrylic painting on a large scale to achieve visual innovation and beauty.

“Through murals and real-time painting in the public eye, I demonstrate the techniques that allow people to experience and enjoy the creative process as they watch. I use my art skills to visually enhance public space and engage everyone in the value of art, often combining painting with fundraising and collaborative community arts projects.”

Cell: 845-325-6935

Email: c.v.artistservice@gmail.com

My name is Dana Donkle, and I am a marine science educator and artist under the name Octopus Garden Art. I express the interconnectedness of our natural world through surrealism--such as the unfamiliar allure of octopuses enwrapped in the obvious beauty of flowers. I approach my art with a spirit of exploration, embracing diverse themes in nature, varied brushstrokes, and a vibrant palette of colors. I share my work through a variety of platforms such as live painting, showing in galleries, working markets, and murals. I've worked at a variety of marine science non-profits, and leave my mark in the form of an educational mural at each of them, and hope to continue mural projects well into my future.”

Instagram: @octopusgardenart

“It's all about the story. The process. Thoughts and feelings. I create using my intuition, the constant battling of my inner critical voice, words, paint, collage, and found objects. Viewers are drawn into my work by a force they are not aware of. My willingness to be vulnerable while painting infuses an energy that invites you to stay. My work creates a narrative that not only bears my soul, but invites you to seek yours.”

IZA is an artist originally from Ohio. He’s been based in Florida for 2 years, continuing to develop his art career. His works consist of using various floral elements to tell a story. One of his main goals as a creator is to paint murals, bringing his vibrant and lively concepts to life on a larger scale.

Instagram: @IZAtheSunseeker

Janet is an artist and graphic designer based in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. She works in a variety of mediums including paint, digital platforms, photography, riso and lino printing. Her personal artwork is informed by nature, tattoos, feminism, humor, and folklore. Recent projects include learning design for the AM Communication Collective, a mural at ReDefiners World Languages, and illustration for clothing and accessories in partnership with SHEIN. She is a graphic design student in RISD’s CE program. When she isn’t making art, you can find her teaching, reading tarot cards, and hanging out with her three dogs.

Hi, my name Joan Manuel Casadiego People call me “Johan.” I was born in Venezuela, and I’ve been in the US for over 22 years. Ever since I was a kid I’ve loved art in general. I usually look for new ways to communicate with the viewers, through different styles or elements. I try not to limit myself to only one medium to express my thoughts. I’ve used Photography, Sculpture, Drawing, Graphic Design, and Painting as tools to create meaningful compositions.

My mind is always working and associating shapes on everything I see. This also helps me get more sensitive to the richness of lights and shadows around me. I’m constantly noticing elements that give me ideas to create new compositions. I have been blessed to have received awards in Paintings, Graphic Design, and Photography, and I thank God for all my skills and accomplishments.

Facebook: Johan's Artwork

Instagram: @johans_artwork

Kayla is a lifelong artist and Florida native. She draws her inspiration from nature and the magic it holds. Her work often combines extraterrestrial and supernatural elements with local landscapes.

Instagram: @kw.heintz.art

Website: www.kwheintzart.com

Lorena Greer is an artist who was born and raised in Colombia. She has been based in Florida for four years and is developing her career as a fine artist. Lorena has always been interested in vibrant and colorful paintings that highlight and explore female and natural beauty.

Website: www.lorenagreer.com

Renata Villemaire was born in Russia and loved painting and drawing for as long as she can remember. She went to Art School for 4 years and also has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Currently lives in Spring Hill, FL. Renata is an established professional artist for years now, she has also turned out major projects within our community such as a mobile muralist for @hernandoarts, a featured artist in the uptown gallery, and an art teacher for all ages (including classes/workshops), as well as commissioning portraits of people and animals, also has tackled some large scale building murals as well - three of the most recent being at the Hernando Library in downtown Brooksville, at Neptune’s Grotto in Weeki Wachee and one at "Major Toys" toy store in Spring Hill.

While she is well versed in many art forms, watercolor has her heart, although she also does acrylic, graphic drawings, alcohol ink, and acrylic pour.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/thecolorbloom

Instagram: @renatavillemaire

Robin has been an artist his whole life. He eventually gravitated to the airbrush as a favorite tool for his work. Painting T-shirts, motorcycle tanks, monster trucks, and carnival rides around the country. He also got offered a tattoo apprenticeship around 2005 and started tattooing for a number of years. “I love tattooing too! It's an amazing art form." Lately, he’s been doing some wall murals and some canvas work when time allows. He settled down in Central Florida with his wife, and 2 Dogs, and they raise Ancona ducks now!

Instagram: @Art.By.Robin

Sabrina Dessalines is a 25-year-old self-taught artist based in Orlando, Florida. Art has always been an integral part of her identity, and she has a diverse range of skills in various mediums, including acrylics, oils, colored pencils, watercolors, and resin. Sabrina has made a significant impact in the Greater Orlando area since launching her art career, and she is now recognized as a muralist. Sabrina's work is inspired by showcasing luxury art featuring women of color as muses. Her pieces aim to capture intimate bonds between individuals like mothers and children and romantic partners. Sabrina creates art that goes beyond surface beauty, and she hopes to inspire, empower, and amuse her audience with her portrayals of love, self-worth, and independence. Through her work, Sabrina aims to challenge societal perspectives on beauty and representation, particularly for people of color.

Website: www.Sabrinadessalines-art.com

Instagram: @dessalines_artistry

Sergio Arce, better known as Registered Artist, is an urban pop artist based in Miami. Born in Managua, Nicaragua, his father brought him to the United States to escape his family being persecuted by the communist Sandinista regime when Sergio was an infant of three months. Growing up in Miami surrounded by an artistic family, his older cousins sparked his interest in art by exposing him to the fine arts and craft work at an early age. Sergio never attended art school. His passion for constantly improving and learning new techniques fuels his artistic journey. His art is influenced by mid-century pop art such as Roy Lichtenstein and comic book art, and manifests as murals, wheat pastes, stencils, decals, and stickers. His murals can be seen all over Miami and Florida, plus around the country and globe in places such as Mexico, Kansas City, New Orleans, and NYC.

A lifetime lover of science, Sergio's pseudonym Registered Artist stems from his decade-long career as a registered nurse. He is very passionate about giving back to the community through projects like Free Art Friday, a global project whose Miami chapter Sergio started, where the public can acquire new artwork for their collection through an urban scavenger hunt with participating artists who gain exposure and a spot on the walls of somebody’s home. His latest project, AWallMurallProjects.org, focuses on bringing murals and art workshops to blighted communities and schools, fostering early exposure to art and the power of creation to the youth. As a single father of 2 beautiful girls, his strong work ethic reminds them to dream big, to never settle and to always follow what their hearts truly desire.

Website: www.Awallmuralprojects.org

Instagram: @registered_artist