art Archives - Shelby Living Magazine

In Vivid Color

Jan 1, 2022

Texture, prayer and gold leaf bring Debra Hewitt’s faith-filled artwork to life.

A Newfound Purpose

Sep 1, 2021

Elizabeth Polland’s pastel hues are as much about her faith as they are art itself.

A Source of Healing

Nov 1, 2020

For potter John Pocopanni art is bearing your soul to the world or simply the person next to you—and that’s what he tries to instill in his student.

I Saw the Sign

Jul 1, 2020

Scott Vaughn Owen recounts his journey into the sign industry and contemporary art.

Michelle Barclay opens The Design Bar in Columbiana

Dec 11, 2017

Birmingham native Michelle Barclay has opened a studio for everyone to tap into their creative side.

Artist pulls inspiration from wildlife and found objects Story and photos by Laura Brookhart “A friend has called me a ‘wandering generality,’” Lisa Finch admited with a smile. It’s because Finch enjoys so many forms of artistic...

Handcrafted Hope

Feb 8, 2016

Women at shelter find fulfillment in pottery Story By Emily Sparacino Photos By Dawn...

Felt Fascination

Feb 8, 2016

Nedia Rooker crafts wearable pieces of art Story and photos by Laura Brookhart Handmade pieces showcase the artist or designer’s style and vision. For Nedia Rooker, she lets her creative shine through her felt work....

Nature to art

Oct 26, 2015

Gourds serve as canvas for Montevallo artist’s creations Story and photos by Laura Brookhart “If I tell people that I am a gourd artist, they envision painted Santa Claus ornaments or pom-pom gourds,” Becky Cox-Rodgers says. She...