🎨 In May, the Spotlight Belongs to the Community Each May at Purple Paisley Local Artisan Shop, we step back from choosing a single featured artist and instead celebrate the artists our community has chosen to honor. Our annual “Vote for Your Favorite Local Artist” tradition allows visitors to explore the shop and cast their... Continue Reading →
For March 2026, Purple Paisley is delighted to feature Kentucky-based abstract artist Brooke Arthur. Her luminous alcohol ink paintings bring together color, movement, and emotion in a way that feels both uplifting and deeply personal. Brooke is drawn to alcohol inks for their spontaneity and brilliance. She allows the medium to guide the process. Vibrant... Continue Reading →
About the Artist Tarah Trueblood creates paintings that hum with presence. Working in acrylic, she layers color, line, and form until the surface feels alive with rhythm. Her process is intuitive, guided by a back-and-forth exchange between gesture and response. A brushstroke sets the stage, a shape pushes back, a color deepens the mood. What... Continue Reading →
September Featured Artist: Ellen W. Hiltz – Kentucky Glass Works & Paintings Purple Paisley is proud to feature the vibrant, imaginative works of Ellen W. Hiltz for the month of September. Ellen is a multi-talented artist who has spent over two decades exploring the possibilities of glass, paint, and mixed media. Based in Villa Hills,... Continue Reading →
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 “an artist of several mediums”—and his work... Continue Reading →
Winner of May’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 Paisley’s “Vote for Your Favorite Local Artist” contest! Your votes helped us recognize Tara’s incredible talent, creativity, and the... Continue Reading →
Celebrate Local Artists this May. Come Vote for Your Favorite.
The holiday season is a time to celebrate joy, connection, and the spirit of giving—and what better way to do that than by supporting our talented local artisans? This December, we’re excited to showcase the incredible work of over 75 local artists here at Purple Paisley. Our gallery is brimming with handmade treasures, making it... Continue Reading →
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.
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 →
