Featured Artist -July 2025 – GARY LAMBERT

Gary Lambert - Illustrator This July, Purple Paisley, Local Artisan Shop is proud to shine a spotlight on the eclectic, layered, and always intriguing work of Gary Lambert. He has a signature aesthetic that is raw, original, and deeply personal. A multi-talented creator, Gary refers to himself as โ€œan artist of several mediumsโ€โ€”and his work... Continue Reading →

JUNE FEATURED ARTIST – TARA PUGH

Winner of Mayโ€™s "Vote for Your Favorite Local Artist" Contest FEATURED ARTIST AND 2025 WINNER We are thrilled to shine the spotlight on Tara Pugh as June Featured Artist. Tara is the 2025 winner of Purple Paisleyโ€™s โ€œVote for Your Favorite Local Artistโ€ contest! Your votes helped us recognize Taraโ€™s incredible talent, creativity, and the... Continue Reading →

JANUARY FEATURED ARTIST – Paul Cohn

Meet Paul Cohn, the magician of silverware makeovers! This retired firefighter turned jewelry artist turns discarded silverware into playful ornaments. With fork tines turned into elephants and vintage spoons transformed into card holders, Paul proves that trash can definitely be treasureโ€”just add a twist, a bend, and a whole lot of creativity!

November Featured Artist – Emily Rose

Emily Rose is a multi-passionate creative based in Kentucky, known for her unique approach to both photography and painting. She draws inspiration from the intricate details of nature, discovering beauty in often-overlooked aspects of the world.

October Featured Artist – Juanita Mills

Juanita Mills: A Journey Through Watercolor Realism In the picturesque landscapes of Northern Kentucky, there is a remarkable self-taught watercolor artist. Her journey is as captivating as her artwork. Juanita Mills began as a prodigy but took a decades-long break from art. In her retirement, she rediscovered her talents. Juanita epitomizes the enduring power of... Continue Reading →

Loretta Marie Helfrich’s Lakeside Duet

In her latest works, โ€œCalypsoโ€™s Fantasyโ€ and โ€œGilded Reefโ€ Loretta Marie Helfrich delivers an immersive experience that transcends traditional boundaries of abstract art.ย  These 24 x 36 inch acrylic pour and blowout paintings are a vivid reflection of the colors and serenity of being lakeside in Michigan. They are an exploration of color, texture, and movement that captures the lake's multifaceted character.

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