Where does the creative magic happen? Artist studios aren’t always public so it can be hard to get a glimpse into their work spaces. Culture Seen got an exclusive look into the studios of 12 women artists living and working in Bend, Oregon. I bet you didn’t realize Bend had an amazing art community. The community is known for beer and tourism but creativity is flowing through the veins of this small mountain town.
Lubbesmeyer Studio
Twin artists collaborating in fiber, acrylic and oils.
www.lubbesmeyer.com
Katie Daisy
Amy Castano
Photographer & Graphic Designer
www.castanophoto.com
Karen Eland
Coffee & Beer Painter
www.coffee-art.com | www.beerpainter.com
Lloyd McMullen
Scavenger/artist: two- and three-dimensional mixed media paintings/found object sculptures. Creator of Castaways clothing: refashioned clothing from unwearable knitwear/worn out vintage clothing. ”Saving the planet — one ugly sweater at a time”.
facebook.com/castawaysclothing
Maeve Grogan
When asked what her medium is: “I create work that arises from God knows where… really, not a clue, and that is the fun part… I start working with my materials and then something sparks or tickles or urgently requests that I give it a go. I usually meditate a bit before the studio day begins, but from there things often get challenging. A teacher I had once said to just “pay attention” to every inch of the work, and I find that true. I want to make work that is enlivening for the viewer, not just a mental construct, so, the challenge, in my process, is to stay awake to what is emerging.”
www.maevegrogan.com
MaryLea Harris
MaryLea is a painter that explores color, texture, and line with nature as my main subject matter. I paint whimsical and colorful trees, leaves, and bird nests.
www.maryleaharrisart.com
Larissa Spafford
www.LarissaSpafford.com
Cari Dolyniuk
Lisa Marie Sipe
Marianne Prodehl
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