I am constantly amazed at the wealth of talent that we have here in Southern Oregon and the Rogue Valley specifically. There are galleries full of breathtaking work, a plethora of classes and workshops available, and studios sprinkled everywhere! So, I thought I’d share some of my favorite local painters:
Charlotte Peterson
A talented watercolor painter who combines the whimsical with super solid skill. Her flowers and frogs are my favorite! You can see more of her work at the Art & Soul Gallery website.
Desmond Serratore
Each time I see one of his paintings in a gallery I think ‘Who IS this artist!?’ and each time I see that it’s Desmond Serratore again! He is a brushstroke rock star and I love his landscapes and urban scenes. You can visit his website here.
Jay Gordon
Jay is multi-talented. Both her floral pieces and her portraits are stunning. She uses techniques that draw you into the painting and leave you wondering how ‘did she do that?’. You can see her beautiful work at Jay Gordon Art.
Mera Oliveria
She’s a fantastic figurative artist. And she does chalk art. And murals. And leads discussions on art and theology. Amazingly talented and passionate about the meaning and purpose of art in the world. You can see more of her work on her Instagram page.
