For over twenty-five years, Maugans has organized one-person and thematic exhibitions featuring regional, national and internationally known artists. Her curatorial specialization is her devotion to emerging art, social justice and local experimental practices that broaden access through social networks and community-building initiatives. An advocate for artists and the visual arts, Maugans has served as a

In 1967 Art Therapy Studio was co-founded by art therapist Mickie McGraw and psychiatrist George Streeter, MD (d. 2013). The idea for the studio developed out of Dr. Streeter’s and Mickie’s long-time interest in art as a healing tool, as they both dealt with serious physical illness as children. While working at Highland View Hospital,

In Kristen Cliffel’s own words: My work is an exploration of “Domestic Mythologies”. Our culture surrounds us with pervasive archetypal myths and fairytales. When measured against these “Storybook” expectations, life appears daunting. “Happiness” and “Fulfillment” seem bloated and are almost punishing when viewed through fairytale lenses. I find myself at odds with prescribed routes to

Phyllis Kohring Fannin Resolution (1984) Multimedia paper collage 16″ x 16″ (framed) BUY IT NOW Price: $100.00 Phyllis Fannin Kohring is a retired teacher from Lakewood City Schools and teaches classes at the Cleveland Institute of Art. Her work is featured in numerous collections including KeyBank Corporation, Ameritech Company, the Marshall Field and Company, the

George Kocar The Conversation (2009) Acrylic on canvas 17″ x 21″ (framed) BUY IT NOW Price: $200.00 George Kocar has exhibited work in Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Illinois and France. “I try to capture the lunacy that is modern society in my paintings,” he said. “Some artists try to paint perfection. I believe that

Bruce Checefsky Untitled (2009) Unique photo silver gelatin print 12″ x 14″ (un-framed) BUY IT NOW Price: $100.00 Bruce Checefsky received his MFA in Photography from Cranbrook Academy of Art. As a filmmaker, photographer, curator, and gallery director, he has a lengthy and impressive career track record. His photograms, photographs and films have been exhibited

Greg Tokar Turnagain #1 (2007) Photograph 16″ x 20″ (framed) BUY IT NOW Price: $100.00 Greg Tokar is a full-time pilot and a part-time photographer. Currently he is working on “View from My Office Window” with photos from the flight deck window. Tokar has had a lifelong interest in photography, second only to his love

Jenny Jordan Wild Flax (2007) Acrylic on canvas 20″ x 10″ (un-framed) Jenny Jordan currently resides in New Zealand, though she spent most of her life in Wellington, then in London where she was first exposed to the possibility of using art therapeutically to assist people in need. She had the opportunity to study art

Darryl Abraham Untitled II (2007) Watercolor 10″ x 12″ (framed) Darryl Abraham is a sculptor, illustrator, landscaper, teacher, and creator of original drawings who uses his unique and whimsical pieces to capture the spirit of an area and its people. Darryl, a native of Naples, NY, gleans his inspiration from the rural farming families, local

Darryl Abraham Untitled (2007) Watercolor 11″ x 13″ (framed) BUY IT NOW Price: $50.00 Darryl Abraham is a sculptor, illustrator, landscaper, teacher, and creator of original drawings who uses his unique and whimsical pieces to capture the spirit of an area and its people. Darryl, a native of Naples, NY, gleans his inspiration from the