A multidisciplinary painter and pianist from Istanbul, Gunes explores perception and human connection in his art. Delving into the mind, relationships, and inner reflection, he uses perception as a core compositional element.

Gunes’ Shadows Collection unveils hidden emotions beneath vibrant surfaces, representing deep sorrows and fears. Emerging as a rising artist over three years, he continues captivating audiences with his reflective work.

ABDA Collective, led by Alexis Branger and Devin Andersen, is a Los Angeles-based practice focusing on layered textures, colors, and industrial materials. Merging fine art with fabrication techniques, their work transcends two-dimensionality.

Branger, a first-generation Los Angeles native with Colombian and Venezuelan roots, and Andersen, originally from Milwaukee, met at Otis College of Art & Design. Their collective projects amplify their fascination with process and material studies, showcased in exhibitions across Los Angeles, New York, and Miami.

Monty Montgomery’s artistic vision is an emotional language shaped by his intuitive understanding of color and object relationships, connecting deeply with viewers. Influenced by his rural Virginia upbringing, his work reflects visceral reactions to both nature and city life. In his teen years, he began blending contrasting elements into harmony, inspired by the collision of urban and natural environments. Through color theory, mathematics, and abstraction, he creates a unique geometric style that shares his personal journey.

May Attar is a California-based artist known for her colorful, textured oil paintings created with a palette knife. Inspired by nature, she aims to evoke positive and uplifting emotions in her work. Born in Beirut, she developed her passion for art early, supported by her parents. After studying art at the Lebanese University, she moved to Dubai but struggled to connect with her creative self. A move to California in 2016 reignited her inspiration, drawing from the stunning landscape and the Pacific Ocean. She now also shares her love of art by teaching children and continues to evolve her artistic practice.

A British artist and surface print designer based in Palm Springs, Emeline Tate has sold art for 20 years, inspired by her creative upbringing on England’s south coast. Her passions include baking, sewing, and various crafts, reflected in her artwork.

After art school and a career at Ted Baker, Emeline pursued her art, participating in pop-up shows in London. Since moving to California in 2008, she has showcased her work in Palm Springs.

Eric M. Davis, influenced by the Southern California landscape, brings an eye for composition to his art, capturing natural scenes and vibrant vignettes. His work spans floral paintings to public art, exploring various media such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, graphic design, and photography. Davis’ art has been featured in ARTnews and used in TV shows like Chuck, My Name is Earl, Will & Grace, and Legally Blonde II. He earned a BFA from Fort Lewis College in 1984 and studied at the Rhode Island School of Design in 1983.

Born in Istanbul, Baburhan began his artistic journey at 14 through acting with the state theatre. He studied opera and musical theatre in Istanbul and London, later directing plays in New York, including for the prestigious Stephen Sondheim and Harold Prince Young Playwrights Festival.

Transitioning to painting in the 2000s, Baburhan held exhibitions featuring opera storyboards, offering unique perspectives. His debut art exhibition in Amsterdam combined electronic symphonic music with visual art.

Now, Baburhan continues as a multidisciplinary artist in Europe and Turkey, sharing his expertise as a multi-award-winning director, actor, and lecturer.

Growing up surrounded by art and literature in Tehran, this artist draws from her rich Persian heritage. With a background in English literature, she has taught since 2008 and published a memoir on love and grief in 2024.

Since moving to the U.S. in 2018, she’s created bold, colorful works inspired by traditional Persian art. Following Iran's "Woman Life Freedom" movement, she incorporated depictions of women as symbols of bravery and resistance, challenging oppression.

Jocelyn Ulevicus (1979) is an intuitive artist, writer, and poet whose work blends vibrant floral arrangements with themes of womanhood, loss, and trauma. Grounded in body-awareness, her paintings—often featuring flowers—reflect her emotional life and the passage of time. Her joyful, exploratory art invites personal reflection while expressing a deep connection to nature. Ulevicus' writing has appeared in Laurel Review, SWWIM Every Day, and The Free State Review. She has received multiple accolades, including a Certificate of Artistic Achievement from the Pinacothèque museum in Luxembourg. She currently lives in Amsterdam.

A Bay Area native now residing in Palm Springs, Michael Griffin transitioned from small business ownership to painting commercially for 15 years. Working with acrylics, oils, and multimedia, his vibrant, textured pieces often employ the impasto technique.

Michael believes his art reflects a blend of imagination and instinct, leaving his works untitled to allow viewers to form their own connections.

Amanda Lee is an oil painter whose work is shaped by a journey of continuous growth and transformation. With a deep fascination for the female form, she explores the transformative power of color through techniques such as blending and glazing. Stripes in her work symbolize protective barriers, while the interplay of colors evokes serenity and introspection. Each piece reflects her personal exploration of identity, strength, and vulnerability, inviting viewers into a deeper conversation about emotion and perspective. Through her art, Amanda seeks to connect with others and share her unique vision of the world.

Melissa Stone Mangham has lived in Los Angeles for over 20 years, drawing inspiration from the beauty of her backyard and the charm of her magical studio. Originally from Pittsburgh and New York, she began painting as a meditative practice to ease the pressures of a decades-long career as a TV marketing executive. Her work reflects a journey of serenity and joy, offering collectors a sense of calm and connection that mirrors the creative process behind each piece.