The Way I See It Artists
Below read about each of the artists that entered artwork into the "The Way I See It" Show. MAKE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN TO SEE ALL OF THE ARTIST'S BIOS. THANK YOU!
ARTISTS IN SHOW:
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Sunil Ancha
Marilyn Antram Mary Atwood Michael Cenci Bronwen Chandler Jessie Cook |
LuAnn Dunkinson
Annelies Dykgraaf Patrice Hurn Gentry Clay Gentry Pam Green Leila Griffith Peggy Harrell Jennings |
Farhana Hasan
Linda LV Illgner Douglas Johnson MD Leslie Kruzicki Patricia Daly Lipe Lisa Lofton Betty McKee |
Dawn Ingles Montgomery
Lori Ann Sweet Pat Setser Gary Trbovich Laurence Walden Stephanie Welchans |
Artist Mary Atwood
Author and fine art photographer Mary Atwood is a long-time resident of the Florida’s First Coast area whose deep appreciation of its natural beauty, rich history and diverse culture is often reflected in her work.
As the daughter of a World War II military photographer, Mary grew up with a camera in hand. Her earliest memories of taking photographs are of using a Kodak Brownie when she was six years old. From there, her experiences involved learning to use a wide variety of camera equipment from Polaroid to Hasselblad, and just about everything in between.
Mary’s fine art photography is included in numerous public, private, and corporate collections in the both the United States and France. She was the recipient of the Community Foundation of Northeast Florida’s prestigious Art Ventures grant in 2011, has done commissioned work for MOCA Jacksonville, and was invited by the Sister Cities organization of Nantes, France to exhibit her First Coast Reflections project as part of the inaugural celebration for la Maison des Etates-Unis (The American House) during the summer of 2013.
Mary’s work has been exhibited in galleries, museums and public art venues, with over twenty solo shows. To date, her photographs have won more than fifty awards in local, regional and national juried exhibitions.
As the daughter of a World War II military photographer, Mary grew up with a camera in hand. Her earliest memories of taking photographs are of using a Kodak Brownie when she was six years old. From there, her experiences involved learning to use a wide variety of camera equipment from Polaroid to Hasselblad, and just about everything in between.
Mary’s fine art photography is included in numerous public, private, and corporate collections in the both the United States and France. She was the recipient of the Community Foundation of Northeast Florida’s prestigious Art Ventures grant in 2011, has done commissioned work for MOCA Jacksonville, and was invited by the Sister Cities organization of Nantes, France to exhibit her First Coast Reflections project as part of the inaugural celebration for la Maison des Etates-Unis (The American House) during the summer of 2013.
Mary’s work has been exhibited in galleries, museums and public art venues, with over twenty solo shows. To date, her photographs have won more than fifty awards in local, regional and national juried exhibitions.
Artist Sunil Ancha
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Sunil Ancha is an award-winning photographer. He is passionate about giving back to the community, savoring the bond, trust and friendship with people whose intentions are to make a positive difference. He balances precious time with his family, work and a growing history of community involvement.
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Artist Marilyn Antram
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I am an Ohio-born artist, was a design major at Ohio State University and had the good fortune to be able to spend my early years in the vibrant, creative arena of American Greetings in Cleveland. After working there and then, for many years, as a freelance designer at my first career of graphic design, I felt the call to leave the computer and prusue fine art. Having done extensive illustration all during my career, drawing wasn't a problem, so I consulted with some of Jacksonville's well-known artists and began. It has been a rewarding decision, both professionally and personally in a relatively short time. The learning continues by interacting with the many artistic, talented professionals in Jacksonville, taking workshops, attending shows and galleries, and lots of painting. I am a member of and treasurer of the First Coast Plein Air Painters, Jacksonville Artists Guild, St. Augustine Art Association, Pines and Palms Artists in Thomasville, GA and show at the Grace Gallery in the Ancient Olive in St. Augustine and at J.Gregory Gallery in San Marco in Jacksonville. I have a special fondness for the coastal US and the colorful scenes of the harbors from Maine to Florida, especially those with working fishing boats. Other interests are North Florida's nostalgic towns and historic districts like Fernandina Beach or St. Augustine, and of course, the glory of nature... the beauty around us, is a prime subject. , FL.
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Artist Michael Cenci
Michael was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. He has been photographing Florida wildlife and nature for over 25 years. As an avid outdoorsman, he attempts to capture nature at her most defining moments. From the delicate butterfly perched on a flower, to the prehistoric gator lurking in the swamp, from the tranquility of the marsh at sunrise, to the bald eagle capturing his prey. He hopes that those viewing his photography will see the wonder of nature through his eyes.
Michael’s photographs are on display in many corporate collections and local galleries and have been published in The Daily Mail, The Daily Telegraph, and The Mirror in Great Britain, as well as other international media.
Those of you who know Michael well, know that besides being a Wildlife and Nature photographer, he has also been a woodworker most of his life. He uses a combination of local woods, driftwood from the river, sinker cypress, unusual woods he discovers, alligator skin, and sometimes exotic veneers. Each piece he creates dictates what material will be used. Everything is signed and dated and built to last for generations to come.
Michael’s photographs are on display in many corporate collections and local galleries and have been published in The Daily Mail, The Daily Telegraph, and The Mirror in Great Britain, as well as other international media.
Those of you who know Michael well, know that besides being a Wildlife and Nature photographer, he has also been a woodworker most of his life. He uses a combination of local woods, driftwood from the river, sinker cypress, unusual woods he discovers, alligator skin, and sometimes exotic veneers. Each piece he creates dictates what material will be used. Everything is signed and dated and built to last for generations to come.
Artist Bronwen Chandler
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My name is Bronwen Chandler - An artist local to North Florida; I specialize in Fine Art. My goal is to draw you into a painting, feel my passion for the subject and help you to experience the scene more deeply! I work mainly in oils and enjoy watercolors and acrylics as well.
This site includes my portfolio of original art - my focus is on painting subjects, particularly around the beaches, wetlands, marshes, and mountain scenery, mainly in the Fall season, with dramatic trees in vibrant colors. As a freelance artist, I am always looking to be part of a new and exciting project or do commission work to create a scene from your favorite photo/memory. |
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Artist LuAnn Dunkinson
LuAnn Dunkinson is a watercolorist currently living and working in Jacksonville, Florida. She earned her BFA from Kutztown University in Pennsylvania. Most of her professional career was spent in Interior and Architectural Design.
Travel is one of her greatest loves, and LuAnn spent all of 2015 traveling the world with her husband Andy. Many of her watercolors are inspired by their travels. LuAnn is currently a member of the Jacksonville Watercolor Society, Florida Watercolor Society, Southern Watercolor Society, Jacksonville Urban Sketchers, St Augustine Art Association and the First Coast Plein Aire Painters.
Travel is one of her greatest loves, and LuAnn spent all of 2015 traveling the world with her husband Andy. Many of her watercolors are inspired by their travels. LuAnn is currently a member of the Jacksonville Watercolor Society, Florida Watercolor Society, Southern Watercolor Society, Jacksonville Urban Sketchers, St Augustine Art Association and the First Coast Plein Aire Painters.
Artist Jessie Cook
Artist Anneiles Dykgraaf
Annelies Dykgraaf was born in Nigeria where she lived for 18 years. She has a BFA from Calvin College and studied in France through the Cleveland Institute of Art. Annelies moved from Michigan to Florida in 2001.
In 2008, Annelies was awarded an Art Ventures grant from the Community Foundation in Jacksonville. She is a founding member of Jacksonville Cultural Development Corporation (2004)(f/k/a JCAAA) and The Art Center Cooperative Inc. (2005). She served on the Board of the Beaches Fine Arts Series for 12 years and is currently the President of the Jacksonville Artists Guild.
Her art is mainly in relief work; carving into a block of wood or linoleum depicting people, symbols, textile patterns and motifs of West African culture/myths. Currently showing at the Florida Ballet (Nov.-Jan.2020); Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum (Port Elizabeth, South Africa); exhibited at The Beaches Museum (July 26- Nov. 11, 2019); The Appleton Museum of Art (Jan-June 2017), JIA Haskell Gallery, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, Wilson Center for the Arts Gallery at FSCJ South Campus, Karpeles Manuscript Museum, Reddi Arts Gallery 1037, FSCJ Kent and North Campus gallery, Riverside Fine Arts Series, Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, the Jewish Community Alliance and other venues; and part of the permanent art collection at UNF Thomas G. Carpenter Library and The Appleton Museum of Art.
You can see more of her work at:
http://anneliesdykgraaf.com/
In 2008, Annelies was awarded an Art Ventures grant from the Community Foundation in Jacksonville. She is a founding member of Jacksonville Cultural Development Corporation (2004)(f/k/a JCAAA) and The Art Center Cooperative Inc. (2005). She served on the Board of the Beaches Fine Arts Series for 12 years and is currently the President of the Jacksonville Artists Guild.
Her art is mainly in relief work; carving into a block of wood or linoleum depicting people, symbols, textile patterns and motifs of West African culture/myths. Currently showing at the Florida Ballet (Nov.-Jan.2020); Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum (Port Elizabeth, South Africa); exhibited at The Beaches Museum (July 26- Nov. 11, 2019); The Appleton Museum of Art (Jan-June 2017), JIA Haskell Gallery, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, Wilson Center for the Arts Gallery at FSCJ South Campus, Karpeles Manuscript Museum, Reddi Arts Gallery 1037, FSCJ Kent and North Campus gallery, Riverside Fine Arts Series, Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, the Jewish Community Alliance and other venues; and part of the permanent art collection at UNF Thomas G. Carpenter Library and The Appleton Museum of Art.
You can see more of her work at:
http://anneliesdykgraaf.com/
Patrice Hurn Gentry
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Patrice Hern Gentry is a self-taught local artist born in Jacksonville, traveled extensively in her early years before resettling in Jacksonville in the early 60's.
As a shy and quite ten-year old, she found solace in drawing, and by the age of twelve her ability to create on paper what God created in reality had been recognized. Her mother who realized her talent gave Patrice her first set of oil paints as a Christmas gift. This began a period of investigation of various art media with watercolor the perfect avenue to portray her art. Stemming from a love for all God's creatures and creations has evolved an impressive ability to portray animals, with anatomical accuracy. She works exclusively from photographs taken by the client or her. Her clarity of vision combined with attention to detail figuratively bring them to life. She enjoys painting all living things; her enthusiasm for new subjects knows no bounds. Ms. Hurn Gentry's primary objective is to make everything she portrays "real enough to touch" by capturing its essence and creating the illusion of reality in any media she opts to use. |
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Artist Clay Gentry
Clay Gentry
Artist Pam Green
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My inspiration comes from everyday experiences and travels, and I try to convey the mood and feeling of these places and my perceptions of those memories. I like to show images in an up-close and personal way and achieve this through my technique of heavy color layering to create deeply vibrant, detailed, and sensual images that move across the canvas with a melodious rhythm. While I am better known for my flowers, still life, and animal paintings in oil, pastel, or colored pencil, I also paint commissioned pieces on a regular basis. I believe it is important to get across the mood of the animal through their eyes, then build up the fur, feathers, or skin with soft, feathery strokes. The enjoyment of art for me is seeing the image I have conceived in my mind come to life on paper or canvas and sharing this journey with others.
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Artist Leila Griffith
Leila Griffith was raised in Georgia by a well known Golden Isles artist mother, she studied painting most of her young life and ultimately pursued a visual arts degree at Georgia State University. After college, fate had a different plan for her and she embarked on a career in catalog merchandising, which she enjoyed for over 35 years. She traveled the globe exploring wholesale trade shows, artists’ studios, rural warehouses, antiques markets and arts museums and markets to source and develop the most appropriate products for the discriminating direct mail audience.
She designed, merchandised, and managed the gallery shop at The Bascom, a Visual Arts Center, in Highlands, NC, for five years, but she rarely picked up a brush or pencil until four years ago. When recovering from several serious health issues, and the need to lighten her mood, family and friends encouraged her to rediscover her inner creative voice – and she has found her new passion.
Her work now mostly reflects her love of flora, fauna and nature and her world travels - whether detailing memories of Paris flower shops, farmers’ markets in Chile, wood storks by a neighborhood stream, canine companions, parks outside of London or small Italian villages, she is inspired by color and all things living.
She designed, merchandised, and managed the gallery shop at The Bascom, a Visual Arts Center, in Highlands, NC, for five years, but she rarely picked up a brush or pencil until four years ago. When recovering from several serious health issues, and the need to lighten her mood, family and friends encouraged her to rediscover her inner creative voice – and she has found her new passion.
Her work now mostly reflects her love of flora, fauna and nature and her world travels - whether detailing memories of Paris flower shops, farmers’ markets in Chile, wood storks by a neighborhood stream, canine companions, parks outside of London or small Italian villages, she is inspired by color and all things living.
Artist Peggy Harrell Jennings
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Peggy Harrell Jennings is a visual artist/writer from Jacksonville, Florida who works primarily in oils and acrylics. She has taught art in Clay and Duval County public and private schools, the Jacksonville Art Museum (now MOCA), MOSH and numerous other venues and exhibited locally with JAG and Orange Park Art Guild. She has been an exhibiting member of Jacksonville Watercolor Society, Jacksonville Weaver’s Guild, Crown Craftsmen and National Art Education Association.
Recently she was accepted into the MOSH Essence of Jacksonville exhibit at MOSH where she earned a Best in Show award for her assemblage “My Jacksonville in Bits and Pieces.” Her acrylic painting “Purple Passion” was accepted and is on exhibit at the Art Center Cooperative show “Purple Rain.” Harrell Jennings has been creating art and writing since childhood. She earned degrees in English and minors in Psychology, Philosophy (University of West Georgia) as well as a minor in art from Reinhardt College and completed her degrees in Fine Art and Applied Art at University of Southwestern Louisiana. She continued with post graduate studies in fine art, art history and art education at University of North Florida. |
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Artist Farhana Hasan
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Farhana Mansuri Hasan was born and raised in London, England and I have lived in Jacksonville for almost twenty years.
I am currently focusing on multimedia art wedding modern digital works with traditional mediums including oils and acrylic creating unique and inspiring artwork. |
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Artist Linda LV Illgner
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A very special friend gave me a collage with these words by Georgia O’Keefe that guide me, “Nobody sees a flower - really - it is so small it takes time - we haven't time - and to see takes time, like to have a friend takes time.”
My work is an invitation to take time. I offer original collage pieces using handmade paper and found altered paper that add details to discover the more you study a piece. My work is meant to inspire, encourage, and motivate the viewer. With an interior design background and working in the building industry for over 25 years, attention to detail becomes second nature. The details in the collages are my way of bringing the viewer in, stimulating your eyes with inspiring words, textures, or images that excite you and yet require you to take time; time to stop, look, feel, listen. |
Artist Douglas W. Johnson
Doug Johnson has been painting for over 45 years, using his talents to describe in oils and acrylics his travels, careers, and passions for nature, medicine, technology, and aviation.
Born at the West Point Military Academy, Doug traveled the world as an “Air Force brat” during his youth. After receiving his B.S from Virginia Tech and M.D. from the Medical College of Virginia, he studied Internal Medicine in San Antonio, followed by Radiation Oncology at Stanford. After several years as an active duty U.S. Air Force cancer specialist, flight surgeon, and hospital administrator, Dr. Johnson continued his civilian practice in Florida and Georgia.
Creativity lies at the heart of what drives Dr. Johnson: “My world revolves around thinking in three or four dimensions, whether it involves creating complex treatments to target cancer, winging safely through the skies as a pilot, or to laying down feelings and memories on canvas.”
Although largely self-taught, Doug has studied under artists Paul Ladnier, Greg Barnes, Ken Dewaard, George Van Hook, and Bill Farnsworth. He is a member of the St. Augustine and North Georgia Art Associations, Jacksonville Artist Guild, Jacksonville Coalition for Visual Arts, and the First Coast Plein Air Painters association.
Born at the West Point Military Academy, Doug traveled the world as an “Air Force brat” during his youth. After receiving his B.S from Virginia Tech and M.D. from the Medical College of Virginia, he studied Internal Medicine in San Antonio, followed by Radiation Oncology at Stanford. After several years as an active duty U.S. Air Force cancer specialist, flight surgeon, and hospital administrator, Dr. Johnson continued his civilian practice in Florida and Georgia.
Creativity lies at the heart of what drives Dr. Johnson: “My world revolves around thinking in three or four dimensions, whether it involves creating complex treatments to target cancer, winging safely through the skies as a pilot, or to laying down feelings and memories on canvas.”
Although largely self-taught, Doug has studied under artists Paul Ladnier, Greg Barnes, Ken Dewaard, George Van Hook, and Bill Farnsworth. He is a member of the St. Augustine and North Georgia Art Associations, Jacksonville Artist Guild, Jacksonville Coalition for Visual Arts, and the First Coast Plein Air Painters association.
Artist Leslie Kruzicki
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Born in NJ, Leslie enjoyed growing up in a creative atmosphere. She watched her parents perform in, or direct productions by the local community theater. Some of her parents' friends were visual artists. Her first formal art lessons were at age 8. Leslie studied Fine Arts and Literature, receiving a dual BA from Ramapo College. She worked as a Graphic Artist in Virginia as well as opening her own Boudoir Photography Studio. For many years her garden and photography were her means of visual expression. She returned to painting in 2007. Her work has grown and expanded from photography & watercolor, to include a passion for mixed media. Learning new techniques and improving her skills is a constant goal. She is grateful to live in an area with an intensely active artistic community and belongs to several local arts organizations. Her work can be viewed and purchase on line at SharedVisionsArt.com
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Artist Patricia Daly Lipe
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Patricia Daly-Lipe is an artist and author located in Jacksonville Florida.
Patricia's Juried Art Shows
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Artist Lisa Lofton
Lisa has been a resident of Jacksonville Florida for over 35 years. She is a member of The Jacksonville Artists Guild, The Art League of Jacksonville, and the Murray Hill Art Center. She has a true love of all art that is POP! She has a very real interest in Jacksonville history and Architecture which is the inspiration for many of her original acrylics and prints. She recently displayed her work at an Artists Guild event which commemorated Jacksonville where she was honored to receive the Jurors award. She has also shown and sold work at The Riverside Avondale Home Tour Art House and Preview Auction. Her work has also been displayed at "The Vault at 1930" in San Marco, Jacksonville. Lisa Is committed to paint all of Jacksonville one canvas at a time!
Artist Betty McKee
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Betty Mckee
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Artist Dawn Inglis Montgomery
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Dawn Inglis Montgomery was raised in Winter Park, FL in a home surrounded by art. Her mother had degrees in graphic art and interior design, and there were several looms and a photography lab in the house. In high school she studied at the Crealdé School of Art and with Barbara Bassett who trained at the Pratt Institute and Parsons School of Design.
Montgomery took drawing and painting courses while studying architecture and city planning at the University of Virginia. Completing her master's degree at the Georgia Institute of Technology she worked for seven years in the city planning field. |
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Influenced by this background, she is drawn to the angles and planes, and the contrast between resilience and decay, found in the urban and natural landscape.
Her award-winning paintings have been shown at ArtFields, the Jacksonville International Airport, the LaGrange Art Museum, the JaxChamber, the Jacksonville Public Library, and in galleries throughout northeast Florida.
Her award-winning paintings have been shown at ArtFields, the Jacksonville International Airport, the LaGrange Art Museum, the JaxChamber, the Jacksonville Public Library, and in galleries throughout northeast Florida.
Artist Lori Ann Sweet
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It is hard to imagine when a pencil or paintbrush was not in my hands.
The pencil began a personal journal documenting ones journey and influences. One repetitive theme is experiencing nature and the habitats or wildlife up close. This has led down paths least predicted and offered much more than one could ever hope for. This has impacted the subject matter when creating and offered valuable life time of experiences. The story began while growing up on the shore of Long Island, NY. Traveling became a part of every day adventure. I found comfort in learning about history, enthusiasm in creating, and peace in observation of nature. I attend the School of Visual Arts, NYC, NY and became a recipient of both the MFA and BFA. This offered an awakening on how to express and create artwork. When my husband and I moved to Florida in 2015 the colors and stories being told had developed into a new chapter. The artwork is a small sample reflecting only an afternoon or in one’s life. There story will continue and there is so much more to express and be told. |
Social Media Links . Website: Lori Sweet Fine Art . Facebook: (20+) Lori Ann Sweet Gallery | Facebook
Instagram: Lori Ann Sweet (@lorisweet94) • Instagram photos and videos |
Artist Pat Setser
Pat Setser has been a creative all of her life. As a child she was awarded a scholarship to the Dayton Art Institute. She has continued her art studies, classes and workshops throughout high school, college and in her adult life.
The beauty of the natural world and its people are what inspires her. Pat has traveled to many continents where she enjoyed the landscapes, the history, the art and the people.
Experimental and diverse themes encompass her work. Over the years, Pat has done sculpting, mural art and textile art. She has used an array of art materials in her work such as oil, watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, graphite. Now she primarily does mixed media art. She also does commissioned artwork.
As an award-winning artist who belongs to the Jacksonville Branch of the National League of American Pen Women, Inc., SoMMA (Society of Mixed Media Artists) and JAG (Jacksonville Artists Guild), she continues to enjoy supporting other artists and learning. Pat has recently won awards at MoSH and in Washington D.C. Her art is in collections
in Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Ohio.
The beauty of the natural world and its people are what inspires her. Pat has traveled to many continents where she enjoyed the landscapes, the history, the art and the people.
Experimental and diverse themes encompass her work. Over the years, Pat has done sculpting, mural art and textile art. She has used an array of art materials in her work such as oil, watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, graphite. Now she primarily does mixed media art. She also does commissioned artwork.
As an award-winning artist who belongs to the Jacksonville Branch of the National League of American Pen Women, Inc., SoMMA (Society of Mixed Media Artists) and JAG (Jacksonville Artists Guild), she continues to enjoy supporting other artists and learning. Pat has recently won awards at MoSH and in Washington D.C. Her art is in collections
in Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky and Ohio.
Artist Gary Trbovich
Artist Laurence Walden
Laurence Walden AKA “Blinky” is a native of Chicago, he now resides in Jacksonville Florida. He is a self-taught visual artist as well as an accomplished Jazz Vocalist, Playwright and historian. Laurence, an honorable discharged United States Air Force Veteran, served as a Technical Illustrator and was the featured vocalist with the air force jazz band during the Viet Nam era. While in the force, he created costumes and album cover for Issac Hayes, The Bar Kays and Jimi Hendrix. He has received many honors for his art worldwide.
One of Walden’s visual art rendering specialties is creating decorative masks out of fine dining silverware and other found objects in addition to rendering abstract paintings, mixed media collages, murals and portraits. He also designs and creates wearable art accessories to include clutch purses, steampunk hats, T-Shirt designs and jewelry.
Laurence believes that great art is the result of a collaboration between GOD and the artist, “Our Father Who ART In Heaven”.
One of Walden’s visual art rendering specialties is creating decorative masks out of fine dining silverware and other found objects in addition to rendering abstract paintings, mixed media collages, murals and portraits. He also designs and creates wearable art accessories to include clutch purses, steampunk hats, T-Shirt designs and jewelry.
Laurence believes that great art is the result of a collaboration between GOD and the artist, “Our Father Who ART In Heaven”.
