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 โan artist of several mediumsโโand his work... Continue Reading →
JUNE FEATURED ARTIST – TARA PUGH
Winner of Mayโs "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 Paisleyโs โVote for Your Favorite Local Artistโ contest! Your votes helped us recognize Taraโs incredible talent, creativity, and the... Continue Reading →
May Featured Artist – VOTE –
Celebrate Local Artists this May. Come Vote for Your Favorite.
APRIL FEATURED ARTIST – AMBA ELIEFF
Amba Elieff is a poet and is fittingly our Featured Artist for April, National Poetry Month. Ambaโs poetry has long been a quiet companion in her life. She doesnโt remember a time when she wasnโt writing. A closet poet for most of her existence, she began sharing her work in 2022 with her debut collection,... Continue Reading →
March Featured Artist – Don Hurd
Sketch Artist For March's featured artist, we are thrilled to spotlight Don Hurd. He is an extraordinary talent whose paintings transcend mere depictions of architectureโthey are windows into the past. Donโs black-and-white artwork is painstakingly detailed. Each piece captures the essence and personality of the subject. His work invites the viewer to observe and to... Continue Reading →
February Featured Artist – Melissa Mauk
Artist Melissa Mauk creates stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry with intricate beadwork and beautiful polymer clay
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 treasureโjust add a twist, a bend, and a whole lot of creativity!
Appalachian Trail
Appalachian Trail - 11 panel fiber art work by Dolores Fegan.
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 →
