Updated: Oct 11, 2024
I often get asked for recommendations for local artists because I meet so many at events, or used to before sheltering in place cancelled a lot of them. This will be a collection of artists and vendors that you might love, too!
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The last few years I have tried to do my gift shopping at the events that I do, so that I'm giving a truly one of a kind gift, something unique that can't be picked up at a big national department store. Something hopefully thoughtful, different, and useful! And in particular to my local friends and family, something that makes the world a little better.
When I first met Eugene and Danny they were making artisanal soap (that I LOVED!). I knew they had a native garden and were on the annual native garden tour, but I never got a chance to see it in person! Their passion for growing native flowers became a labor of love, creating a calming oasis in their backyard where native plants thrive. All are organically grown, non-GMO, without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. And all home grown!
Their garden became a source of joy and calm for them during the pandemic, and (literally!) grew into an idea of being able to share the love of native plants with others. It makes the perfect gift for that nature lover, and a healthy choice for hearty, native plants that will thrive.
Danny and Eugene are definitely two amazing artists that I love! More than that, just incredible human beings. I have planted my poppies already, and their beautiful set of 8 was the perfect gift for my loved one with a deep love of nature.
There’s something especially compelling about Meghana Mitragotri’s work because it feels inseparable from the person behind it. I have had the great luck of doing many of the same art events with her, and the dedication and professionalism she brings is awe inspiring.
She paints these incredible botanical florals that carry a romantic softness that immediately draws you in, and they glow from within with a gentle beauty. She brings flowers to life with a soft touch that flows from a studied patience and attention to detail.
Her paintings demonstrate an incredible amount of care, making you want to slow down and take in the beauty. Her palette is soft and vibrant, and attention to detail and atmosphere subtle but alive. These aren’t decorative florals, they are a celebration of beauty and warmth. They are intimate portraits of living things. Check out some of her paintings here so you can see for yourself! You can see examples of her extraordinary paintings here.
And that warmth comes directly from who Meghana is. She’s extraordinarily talented, but also open, kind, and deeply genuine. She connects with her collectors and fellow artists in a way that feels rare and special. She makes those who encounter her feel lighter and happier. She is just such thoughtful, encouraging, human. You get the sense that she truly cares about the people engaging with her work, not just the work itself. Her Instagram shows her dedication and exuberance she brings to the art world!
Meghana just has a presence that exudes a joy and dedication to her art. These are paintings that change the feeling of a room. They don’t demand attention—they reward it. The longer you look, the more they give back.
If you can’t tell, I really admire Meghana’s work—and Meghana herself.Her art feels like an extension of her presence: warm, thoughtful, quietly confident. Don’t rush through it. Let it unfold.
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