"Suzie Baker paintings are regularly on display in magazines, prestigious national shows and the top plein air events in the country. She has served on the board of Oil Painters of America since 2014, including presiding as president from 2020-22. Suzie holds signature status in that distinguished organization as well as the American
"Suzie Baker paintings are regularly on display in magazines, prestigious national shows and the top plein air events in the country. She has served on the board of Oil Painters of America since 2014, including presiding as president from 2020-22. Suzie holds signature status in that distinguished organization as well as the American Impressionist Society, American Women Artists, and others. In addition to being a still life and portrait artist, Suzie has been painting en plein air since she was a teenager. A sought-after instructor, for her humorous and informative style, Suzie teaches through videos, virtual classes, and workshops around the US, Europe and close to her home in the Houston, Texas area."
Juan Cantavella was born in Orleans, France on June 14, 1941 in the middle of WWII, from refugee Spanish parents after they fled from Franco’s regime. In 1948 his family moved to Venezuela looking for better opportunities.
Growing up in Venezuela, when he was 15, he discovered his interest in art while he was convalescing from a surg
Juan Cantavella was born in Orleans, France on June 14, 1941 in the middle of WWII, from refugee Spanish parents after they fled from Franco’s regime. In 1948 his family moved to Venezuela looking for better opportunities.
Growing up in Venezuela, when he was 15, he discovered his interest in art while he was convalescing from a surgery. Starting with “paint by numbers” kits he rapidly began painting on his own using the kit’s left over paints. His father thought that Juan should not waste time painting but study hard to become somebody with a future. However, he never quit painting, without direction or teaching, since art school was never an option. With the help of his mother Juan continued to paint with brushes and paints she secretly provided him.
Susan Hotard is an experienced and award winning artist who lived in New Orleans over 31 years and now lives in the Houston suburb of The Woodlands, Texas. Since 2003, Susan has taught portrait, figure, and still life workshops in Texas and Louisiana. She enjoys the vibrancy of both the New Orleans and Houston art communities.
I retired from a career in Mechanical Engineering in 2013 and took up painting, a passion of mine since I was a child. I moved to New York City to train in the techniques of the masters of representational drawing and painting.
New York uniquely provided access to many opportunities to view and obtain concentrated instruction in the
I retired from a career in Mechanical Engineering in 2013 and took up painting, a passion of mine since I was a child. I moved to New York City to train in the techniques of the masters of representational drawing and painting.
New York uniquely provided access to many opportunities to view and obtain concentrated instruction in the creation of fine art. I was and continue to be inspired by the artistic environment in New York where the recent resurgence in the creation of realistic art by contemporary masters is thriving. Many schools, ateliers and studios of artists who paint, sculpt and instruct in the realistic styles of the European and American masters of the 18th and 19th centuries have been established. The realization that concentrated study was going to be necessary to get me to the next level of artistic excellence led me to New York and to a studio where I could work full time in the study and practice of realistic painting.
Cheng Lian was born in 1955 in Shanghai, China, and graduated from China Academy of Fine Art (known as Zhejiang Academy of Fine Art). In 1989 he moved to the United States. He and his family currently reside in Texas.
As an artist, Cheng has traveled to many places in China, Asia, United States, Europe and South America. He also te
Cheng Lian was born in 1955 in Shanghai, China, and graduated from China Academy of Fine Art (known as Zhejiang Academy of Fine Art). In 1989 he moved to the United States. He and his family currently reside in Texas.
As an artist, Cheng has traveled to many places in China, Asia, United States, Europe and South America. He also teaches art classes and workshops, and has given demonstrations for many art leagues. His paintings are collected widely throughout the world, both publicly and privately.
Exhibitions include: Wild Horse Gallery, Steamboat Springs, CO; Cutter & Cutter Fine Art, St. Augustine, FL; Dunnegan Gallery of Art, Bolivar, MO; Trailside Galleries, Jackson Hole, WY; Insight Gallery, Frederiksberg, TX; Bosque Art Center, Clifton, TX; Thorwood Galleries, Houston and Dallas, TX; Billy Hork Galleries, Chicago, IL; Lakeside Gallery, Lakeside, MI.
The artist has numerous awards and publications. He is a Master Artist in the National Oil and Acrylic Painters' Society.
Colombian born Artist. Hilda was trained as a petroleum engineer with a masters in International Business. She worked in the Oil field for several years, but her passion was always the visual and literary arts. She changed carriers and studied art at Glasell School Houston, Calgary Arts, Canada, and with the recognized Brazilian a
Colombian born Artist. Hilda was trained as a petroleum engineer with a masters in International Business. She worked in the Oil field for several years, but her passion was always the visual and literary arts. She changed carriers and studied art at Glasell School Houston, Calgary Arts, Canada, and with the recognized Brazilian artist, Augusto Sousa Rodriguez. She has received instruction from Rob Liberace, Carolyn Anderson, Huihan Liu, Clayton Beck and other masters. Currently resides in Houston, where she has her studio. Hilda is i an active member of several art organizations that contribute to the promotion of education in the visual arts . She also writes poetry which sometimes is incorporated into her paintings. Her art is in private collections in Canada, Brazil and The United States. She has exhibited in several countries and her work has received multiple awards and positive critic reviews.
Dramatic Western paintings capture the excitement and energy of the rodeo world. These artworks often depict intense moments, showcasing the skill and bravery of both the riders and the animals.With bold colors, dynamic compositions, and attention to detail, these paintings can be a captivating addition to any collection.
Tartaglia Fine Art started in 2011 in Ojai California when Danna Tartaglia rescued a gallery that was closing. A second rendition opened on Canyon Road in Santa Fe in 2014 and then her gallery opened on Bainbridge Island Washington just before the pandemic hit its peak.
Danna retired and moved back home to Texas and family in 2021 and rea
Tartaglia Fine Art started in 2011 in Ojai California when Danna Tartaglia rescued a gallery that was closing. A second rendition opened on Canyon Road in Santa Fe in 2014 and then her gallery opened on Bainbridge Island Washington just before the pandemic hit its peak.
Danna retired and moved back home to Texas and family in 2021 and realized the need for a fine art gallery in The Woodlands area.
The opportunity came in June of 2023 with an available space and Danna is selecting the best local artists for her new gallery.
Watch as it evolves!