Juan is an award-winning photographer, artist, and United States Marine Corps Veteran. Juan was born in the Dominican Republic, raised in Tampa, but is now living right here in Brooksville!

"Photography has always been one of my interests which grew into a passion. I had the honor of being published in multiple magazines and receiving several awards. My work focuses on maternity, graduation, event, wedding, and portraiture," says Juan.

Website: www.jmcinnovationsphotography.com

Instagram: @jmcinnovationsphotography

Facebook: www.facebook.com/jmcinnovationsphotography

Email: juan@jmcinnovations.com

Phone: 813-510-9910

​Charlie Cartwright is a multifaceted artist living in Hernando County.​ "I have degrees in Interdisciplinary Studies and Fine Arts with a concentration in Ceramics. I make screen-printed utilitarian ceramics for coffee rituals. To decorate my work, I use different screen-printing methods in conjunction with underglaze. The firing process on my pieces can range from low-fire oxidative electric kilns to the high-fire atmospheric conditions of wood-fire."

Facebook: On 2 Clay

Instagram: @on.2.clay

Brandon Morris is a local photographer living in Brooksville. He is a Hernando High School graduate. "Born and mostly raised here in Florida, I love to help share some of the beautiful nature we have in our state," says Brandon. "I enjoy trying to capture the beautiful surroundings we have here."

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BRMorrisPhotography

Instagram: @brmorrisphotography

Sena is a word-burning artist local to Brooksville. She creates on "ArtGourds." In describing her work, "ArtGourd is a word I coined while teaching at the Folk School, to help people focus on the ART wonders that can be created on the humble vessel ~ a gourd ~ all one word but with two capital letters. They have even been found in the tombs of Egypt!! All my work is done "freehand" in pencil on the gourd first, then burned. You can't erase with a wood burner so it has to be "just" the way you want it before you begin burning!"

You can view Sena's artwork at Gallery 201 at City Hall and meet her during the stroll! To contact Sena to view her collection, you can call her at 352.799.1950.

Nathanuel Spence has been making glass art since 2012, and has been a full-time flame worker since moving to Florida in 2016. He specializes in sculptural techniques, with much of his artwork featuring an original character he calls the "Guardian." His current focus is on larger-scale installations and public art, and he also makes a lot of drinking vessels.

Nathanuel does a lot of live demos at local markets and breweries, and has started teaching classes! Find his drinking straws at Mountaineer Coffee and some of his artwork on exhibit at Brooksville Gallery 201.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/senoih

Instagram: @senoih

Website: http://senoih.bigcartel.com/links

Phone: 352-606-9139

Kait is a local artist from Alachua, Florida. She specializes in acrylic paintings and mixed media pieces. She’s inspired by tattoo flash and nature.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/artsykaitbabe

Yolanda of YBboricua works with acrylic, oil, mixed media watercolor, charcoal, and pencil, and sculpture art. "My work revolves around contemporary art, creating different series. I paint and expose myself to art on a daily bases." Yolanda says that her joy for art and the outdoors drives her to plein air paint. "I started "The Shadow Chasers" several years ago, so more artist would have the opportunity to paint outdoors on a regular basis," she says. Yolanda belongs to several art organizations: CWCS, FLWC, NCAL, NCDA, SHPAA, FSA, and PC.

Website: fineartamerica.com/profiles/yolanda-barreto/shop

Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100006845266317

Email: YBboricua@gmail.com

Alexandra Burgess of CarbonbasedFox tells us, "I am a sprouting metalsmith, fortunate to find inspiration all around me. Dedicated to creating jewelry with hand-selected gemstones chosen for their high quality and uniqueness. I dream of becoming a lapidarist someday, so I can find and cut my own gemstones for my pieces!”

Facebook: @CarbonbasedFox

Instagram: @carbonbasedfox

Email: carbonbasedfox@gmail.com

A second-generation artist, the daughter of a tattooer; she has been a painting instructor for college students and amateur artists from childhood to twilight years, for the better part of a decade. She is the owner and sole proprietor of Traveling Art Parties, a company serving the greater Tampa area.

Phone: 603-560-5003

Websites: www.travelingartparties.com

Website: artbyautumlee.com/home.html

Email: Admin@travelingartparties.com

“I am primarily a watercolorist but have developed methods to paint with wine, coffee, and beer using traditional watercolor techniques. Over time, I have painted over forty wall murals, both inside & out! I teach group and personal lessons in almost any medium you desire. I host painting event parties throughout Hernando as well. Occasionally, I have the urge to paint large canvas paintings and detailed murals. I had a studio and custom framing shop in Stafford, VA, for twenty years, but now call Hernando County home. I'd love to do something special for you. I will be glad to respond promptly. I hope that you enjoy my artwork!” - Gary

Website: www.artbygaryd.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/artbygaryd

Clay Lint, originally from Cleveland, OH. Clay is a new Brooksville resident and moved here about 6 months ago. He has a BFA in Painting & Drawing from the University of Akron and is currently a tattoo artist at Rusted Jade Art Collective - Tattoo Shop. "I have an obsession with making art. I love the use of bright colors and the expressions you can get with each brush stroke," says Clay.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/clays__world

Melanie Dilly is a local artist from Spring Hill, as well as an art teacher in the community. She enjoys working with and empowering her students in multiple mediums. She believes that art is an adventure that reflects life; subject to our culture and experiences. As Robert Henri once said, “Art is, after all, only a trace –like a footprint which shows that one has walked bravely and in great happiness.” Melanie loves living this out with her husband, Josh, and their eight amazing kiddos.

Email: melddilly@gmail.com

Alberto currently resides in Spring Hill, Florida, but is from Cuba. His professional experience includes art instruction to children, youth, and adults, mural work, and various commissions of sculpture, painting, drawing, and more.

Email: albers860814@gmail.com

He Kindly is a Spring Hill, Fl based Indie-Folk/Slowcore band featuring Isaiah Haddon, Svet Fedderson, and Tyler Cash. He Kindly explores topics like depression, spirituality, mental illness, and human nature while taking inspiration from artists like Julien Baker, Kimbra, and Florence + The Machine as well as mediums like horror and mythology.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/he.kindly

A dynamic figurative painter, Jessie Leasure specializes in expressive realism that conveys abstract concepts such as emotion and spirituality. She utilizes vibrant colors and contrast between light and shadow to emphasize the meaning behind her work.

Currently, she maintains a Florida-based studio and teaches art full-time.

For more information and examples of her work, please visit her website at www.jessieleasurestudios.com.

“Born in N.Y., we moved to Hernando when I was in High School. After "escaping" many many times... I realized Spring Hill is HOME. I'm a PROUD father of 3 GREAT kids and truly blessed with the best family and friends around me.”

Realize Collective

Email: realeyez@protonmail.com

Website: www.realizecollective.com

Phone: (352) 238-2360

Sam grew up in an inconsequential place with irrelevant details. He’s constantly questioning his own relationship to the Self, which guides him towards subtle, ephemeral art to deepen his understanding. He was drawn to Henna (mehendi) as a way to connect with others that would appreciate the natural and traditional art form. Don’t ask him for a “butterfly”. Just don’t ask. His desire is to add enough beauty to the world where it makes you question your own awareness of reality.

Instagram: @samueleshelman

My name is Nancy Barry & I am a Mixed Media Artist from Florida. I graduated University of Tampa in 2016 with a BA in Fine Arts. I am a mother of two & a business owner so art for me really is a form of release and therapy. The idea that we only have this moment in time to make it count, really drives the direction of my art. I focus on the duality of our emotions represented in themes of nature and the relationship of colors.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/artbynancybarry

My name is Sam Rispoli and I’m a 25-year-old self-taught artist. I like working in a variety of different media but mostly work in acrylic paints. I love anything with bright colors or sparkles. I’ve been an art instructor for Painting With a Twist for 6 years, and recently became a full-time tattoo artist at The Upper Room Tattoo Parlor. I’ve been drawing on paper (and other people) for as long as I can remember, so I knew for a long time art is the only thing that I wanted to do. I am so grateful to create every day and work alongside amazing artists. Very excited to create more than ever this year!”

Instagram: instagram.com/samari.artandtattoos

Facebook: facebook.com/samari.artandtattoos

Website: Samariartandtattoos.com

Conner is a 16-year-old Hernando High School student and sixth-generation Hernando Countian! He is a classic trainer pianist, self-taught on guitar and drums, as well as a vocalist. His musical library ranges from classical piano pieces to jazz, blues, pop, and country music. His love for music is contagious!

Taylor Reed is a Pop, alternative, neo-soul artist touring regionally and nationally.

She channels her natural creativity and spontaneity through a looping station, building an elegantly layered, engrossingly soulful sound. Weaving violin melodies through groove-infused creations, her music elevates any space.

Website: www.taylorreedmusic.com