Articles on art and self expression
Focusing on depictions of female empowerment, Bluumangoo connects more deeply with other women and the community by creating art for the female gaze.
Local mixed-media artist Elizabeth Woods, a.k.a. Fizzywood, uses surrealism to depict the difficulty of the human experience.
Long-time graffiti writer, illustrator, & commercial designer, Tiki Jay One is also known for his murals signed with his iconic Easter Island Head.
Inspired by her love of the Mojave Desert, Mary Felker shares her adventures in nature through her art business, Mary on Adventures.
With a desire to open their own art gallery, Sistas That Paint produces affordable art for the community while highlighting Black culture.
Even in the darkest of places, color can be found if you shine a light. That’s why one organization, Death Row Expressions, shares an insight into the minds of those who are incarcerated and on death row through art therapy. Read more to learn how they accomplish this.
Continuing to create while taking care of mental health has been a struggle for many this year. That’s why local “sticker lady” Lauren Lomrpey, The Doodling Nomad, took a break over the summer to do some much-needed self-care. Read more to learn how she’s utilized that rest to come back strong & move forward!
Opera Las Vegas has continued to bring the art of opera to the community, despite the restrictions of the pandemic on performing arts. Read more to learn about the work they're doing and their outlook for the future!
The Happy Earth Market continues to provide a creative space here in the community for people to come and learn new things or express themselves through offering workshops as well as a platform for local creatives. Read more to learn about H.E.M. and the work they're doing!
Self-care has been an important topic of conversation in terms of health and wellness recently. But self-care for the purpose of nurturing a healthy level of creativity and curiosity about the world is just as important! Read more to learn how things like art, reading, writing and other practices can tie into your self-care routine and improve other aspects of your life.