I have enjoyed pencil drawing as far back as my memory takes me. I took a few evening art classes at community colleges…

Ana Light is from Corinto, Chinandega in Nicaragua, and has lived on a lake in Marshall, MI, USA for many years.

Andy Helmboldt is a designer, equity coach, photographer, and musician. A life-long Michigander, Helmboldt lives in…

Mother/Artist/Graphic Designer and Photographer at Blythe. Angela uses traditional artist paint, brushes, canvas, and carving tools.

Ashley Feagin explores stories through photographs, installations, performances, and collaborations. Feagin’s work stems from an…

I am Zachary Harker, but better known as Captain Timber Gray Wolf of the Silver Moon. Though it feels like I've been a pirate all of my life…

A zestful, versatile professional who has contributed to entrepreneurial, private, nonprofit, faith, and government sectors.

I'm a Virginia artist who hopes my paintings make you smile.

Co-owner of Byrd's Landing - Better Boating in Battle Creek since 1977

Enjoys family, friends, lake living, and boating. Studied

I was born in Mexico City where I earned a Master's degree in art history. I have lived in the United States for several decades…

Colleen sees learning and discovery as running the course of our entire life story, not just K-12. Much of her own story has involved…

Dawn Murtaugh is a Midwest artist, strongly influenced by the water, skies and landscapes surrounding Lake Michigan.

Dione Tripp is known for her imaginative and colorful installations and artworks and will repurpose items as often as she can. She has…

My name is Duncan Holmes. I am a Native American graphic artist born and raised in the city of Battle Creek, Michigan.

Elaine received her early art education as a student at Cass Technical High School in Detroit then attended Wayne State University…

"River Song" is a commissioned portrait for the woman in the painting that works in native South American Shamanic circles.

Performance art including modeling and reading to kids as a mermaid.

Fausto Fernandez was born in the city of Santo Domingo, formerly Hispaniola. Since he was a child, he showed inclinations towards art…

The founder of Ink Station Tattoo. No matter the medium, Art's passion and commitment to his craft is a quality he's held close to…

Jim is the newest artist to join the Ink Station ranks and plans to make an impression with the proven immense quality and…

Art's apprentice in tattooing and the youngest artist on the Ink Station team. Kaylynn's clients are sure to get…

Art's second in command at Ink Station. A Jack of many trades, Monty's passion, and expertise extends far past…

Jamie Feldman is a digital photographer, teacher, fine art creator, and healthcare administrator. He has a diverse background in…

The mission of Drushal Fabricating is to use our experience, knowledge, and creativity to solve industrial, business, and personal…

Jenna Tomalka grew up in Michigan and has always been partial to the lakes and woods of the western part of our state…

Artist/Art doll artist. Curator of Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween, the USA's largest fine arts show of Halloween delights.

A Benzie County, Michigan resident, Jessica T. Kovan enjoys combining her love of painting with her love of teaching and nature…

Joanna Learner has been active as a studio artist for more than 60 years, over 50 years of which she has lived in Battle Creek…

I'm the Collections Manager at Kingman Museum, now named Kingman Collections. Former AccessVision Videographer, Technical…

When Josh Fisher, a singer, dancer, artist, and merman based in Holland, MI, USA is not being his "Mersona" Jamin Mithril Siren, he is…

An all-around artist with works ranging from 3D art to accessories.

Kelly O'Neill, a native of Michigan, born in Detroit, who currently resides in Brighton, Michigan, has undergone a transformative…

Ken Campbell, a professional photographer and website designer, was born in Greenock, Scotland, and has been living in Michigan…

Kingman Collections has an extensive collection of natural history, cultural, and universe-related artifacts and resources.

Linda Holderbaum is the Executive Director at the Art Center of Battle Creek. She studied Art Education and Museum Studies at…

Art has always fascinated me. As a child, I was fortunate to be exposed to various forms of art: from theater to museum trips to…

Lucia Ravens has cultivated a diverse practice ranging from photography, installations, sculptural photography, performance…

Artist, Resides in Battle Creek, MI USA. Children's Book Author and Illustrator.

Melanie Wheeler is from Albion, MI, USA, and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Art from Western Michigan University; a Masters in…

Passionate about the environment, water, mermaids, and arts. Also child abuse and neglect prevention. An advocate of…

Retired. Lives in Provincetown, Massachusetts. Studied at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Monica Yeko is an artist in many mediums. From sculptures made from branches, tiny decorative homes, flowers, and landscapes…

Hello. I started gardening many years ago, planting many flowers and plants. Later, I was invited to be on the Leila Arboretum Society…

I’m Nick Hernandez, a Graphic Designer for a small office in my hometown of Albion, Michigan. A big part of my work is logo design…

NHBP and Albion College Unite to Honor Tradition.

—Written by Leslie McLove

Patricia Joyce McGregor Baker, born on February 9, 1945, in Detroit MI, is a multi-talented individual with a lifelong passion for art and…

Custom Jewelry Creator, Chief Trolling Officer at The Village Thinker, and Former Contributor at Battle Creek Shopper News.

Digital creator, Owner, and CEO at Iceman’s Model Workz, LLC, and father, grandfather, and all-around good guy just trying to do good…

After receiving a BA in Fine Art from Olivet College in 1998, Salina Kalnins moved to the Florida Keys where she became an avid…

Sarah Joshi, MPA, is a public servant whose expertise includes municipal management, land use planning, strategic visioning…

Shelly Kehrle-Sulser has had a lifelong passion for photography that, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been combined with…

I am a college student. Besides art, I enjoy my dog, cat, and lizard and being at the beach...digging in the sand so deep that it reaches water.

Sophia Rose Petrilli graduated from Universida Santo in Guayaquil, Ecuador with a Licentiate degree in Industrial and Product Design.

Teaira is a Michigan artist and photographer. She is a student pursuing an associate’s degree in Interdisciplinary Art and Design.

I like the little things in life. I've been creating art for many years as it brings me joy.

Vicky lives in Bellevue. She built the Tiki Bar and pretty much can make anything!

Artist in Residence at USArtQuest.

Xenia (Sen-ya) Rose Schafer is from Battle Creek, Michigan with roots in the Republic of Panama. After graduating from Western Michigan…