Portrait of the Artists

Chris Stillians

The Rusty Tree - Chris Stillians

Photography discovered me in the summer of 1968, the year I graduated from high school. Maybe it would be more appropriate to say that the art and science of photography grabbed me by the throat and would not let go. I had an interest in art and was taking art classes in high school, but […]

Pat Stone

Mosaic Wall Art - Pat Stone

I grew up in Oregon along the Columbia River. At an early age I developed a love of art, often drawing in my room. My family was full of creative influences — my mother a photographer, my father a wood carver, and my Uncle Larry a silver jewelry designer. I began mosaicing 11 years ago after […]

David Wolfram

Inspiration Point II - David Wolfram

David was born in Buffalo, New York, and moved to California in 1975. He graduated With Distinction from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena in 1985 with a BA in Illustration. He was employed for almost 22 years as a Toy Designer and Design Manager at Mattel, Inc. After leaving corporate life, inspired by […]

Paula Somma

Ojai Lavender Field - Paula Somma

The heart behind the art I am inspired each and every day by the beauty that surrounds me. Fascinated with the changing of light and shadows, the depth of color and reflected light, intricate patterns, textures, forms… I walk through life in awe of Creation. Born and raised in San Clemente, California, I am so […]

u-knitt Knitting Emporium

u-knitt sweater

“When Gail and I met, I knew that we would not only be very good friends but that we would be business partners at some point also. When I learned that her birthday is February 14th (mine is the 15th), that clinched and sealed the deal for me!” – Cristine “My knitting experience started at […]