Artists of Note

If you are an art collector looking to learn about as many artists as possible, you’ve come to the right place. Our newest column, Artists of Note, turns the spotlight on contemporary artists from the West and beyond—both emerging artists and established ones—who are worth your attention. In this section you’ll meet artists from all walks of life, with styles ranging from realism to impressionism to abstraction in the plein-air, landscape, still-life, western, and sculpture genres. Here we’ll give special attention to the works these artists create with numerous images of their artwork. Art collectors will recognize some of these artists and also take note of new artists that are on the rise.

Susan Poitevin, Homecoming, oil, 12 x 12.

Artists of Note | Susan Poitevin

Peruse the oeuvre of Susan Poitevin and you’ll quickly see that clouds dominate many of her oil paintings. From thick, billowing puffs to thin, illuminated wisps, their ethereal formations stretch across the artist's expansive skies.
Kelli Folsom, Breath of Springtime, oil, 12 x 16.

Artists of Note | Kelli Folsom

Early on in her studies, artist Kelli Folsom zeroed in on the dramatic light-and-shadow effects captured by artists ranging from Caravaggio to Rembrandt. Naturally, in her own work today, light and shadow play a leading role.
Lanie Franza, A Sunny Moment, oil, 13 x 10.

Artists of Note | Lanie Franza

Lanie Franza portrays everything from the local scenery around her home in Seattle to still lifes, flowers, people, domestic animals, and wildlife. “I’m not afraid to say I paint beauty,” says the artist.