Artist's Corner at the Highlands DOzeum

05/28/2026

Artist Spotlight: Brandon Estep!

“Hello, I am a local artist here in Ashland, Kentucky. Thirty-one years old with an obsession for color. I have enjoyed this style of pour art since first coming on to it around 2018. These three pieces I have submitted really speak to the love I have for the art.”

These pieces are called "Torpur," "Toxic," and "Burnt."

You can see Brandon's work and much more fantastic local art when you visit Artist's Corner at the Highlands DO!zeum!

05/21/2026

Artist Spotlight: Latisha Akers!

Latisha Akers is an acrylics and soft pastels artist from Wi******er, Kentucky who enjoys painting florals and landscapes.

These pieces are called "Cripple Creek," "Golden Season," and "In the Meadow." You can see Latisha's work, and much more by amazing local artists when you visit Artist's Corner at the HIghlands DOzeum!

05/14/2026

Artist Spotlight: Sammi VanHorn!

Sammi is a wife and mother of 2 who spends her free time creating many types of art. She works in multiple mediums, such as acrylics, watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, collage, etc., and loves creating bold, colorful pieces. Sammi enjoys entering her art locally at the Grayson Gallery and Art Center, Inspired Opportunities art shows and the Flatwoods Art Club. She has won various art awards and recognitions around the community and was featured with three of her female art friends in March 2026 at the Rowan County Art Center’s local art exhibit. Follow Sammi @ Painting by SammiV on Facebook!

These pieces are called: "Dawn," "Noon," and "Dusk."
To see Sammi's work, stop by Artist's Corner at the Highlands DO!zeum.

05/07/2026

Artist Spotlight: Andy McKenzie!

My name is Andy McKenzie and I'm an artist from South Shore, KY. I have found that I make my art on a very emotion-based cycle. Working with a philosophy of:

"I make art to feel good, but I have to feel good to make art."

With that mindset, every piece I create becomes a reflection of that specific moment in time in which I created it. Ultimately, I make art, because I want so badly to see beauty in an ever increasingly ugly world.

These pieces are called: "Some Flowers," and "Vibes."

To see Andy's work visit Artist's Corner at the Highlands DO!zeum!

05/05/2026

Attention all artists! I thought this might be of interest:

Today is the first day to drop off artwork for the Mystical Mycelium Art Exhibit.

Submissions for are open through May 25th, 2025.

Link for submissions below hashtags!

Text on poster: Wildflower Festival June 6, 2026, Mystical Mycelium Art Exhibit, Current dominator systems are not sustainable, natural or inevitable.
It absolutely does not need to be this way.
A better world is possible and She wants us as much as we want Her.
Let’s all work like a mystical mycelial network to create a world we are all worth of. Link for submissions in QR code below, Submissions due May 25th, Artwork Limits: 3ft x 3ft for 2D & 3ft x 3ft x 3ft for 3D, Artists may submit up to two pieces, Exhibit will be on display in Ashland, Ky the week before the festival, Location to be announced. There are 3 QR codes on the graphic, each with website, facebook, or submissions written below them.

Poster description: There are two brown hands in somewhat of a lotus flower pose at the bottom of the box. The box is surrounded by vibrant colors and spiraling mycelial networks that bud out to colorful mushrooms near the top of the box. The background behind the mushrooms is an orange sun with broad yellow and purple rays.




https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJiaNdEqJuJa5XVBCPKvFaJFDd1AVQTQiRqDySYxILR1RoRQ/viewform

04/30/2026

Artist Spotlight: Julie Rhea Lewis!
“My artistic style embodies a sense of mature whimsy, conveying joy and playfulness through saturated colors and simplistic marks. I embrace a stylized approach to light and shadow and use many layers to add depth and texture to my work. Making art has always been a part of my life. Currently I have a small studio in Carter City where I help others enjoy their creativity. I work for my husband at J.F. Lewis & Co. Furniture store buying furniture and helping customers make decorating decisions. I have a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design.”

These pieces are called: "Cat," "Bathtub," and "Mushrooms." All three are mixed media.

To see Julie's work, stop by Artist's Corner at the Highlands DO!zeum!

04/23/2026

Artist Spotlight: Glenn Davis!
“I am a full time artist. I have graduated from college, having an associate in arts from Ashland Community College. I have received commissions for my landscapes, portraits and pets.”
These pieces are called "Untroubled," "Fun in the Sun," and "Peacefulness."

You can see Glenn's work, and more amazing local art, when you visit Artist's Corner at the Highlands DO!zeum!

04/14/2026

Please join us this Saturday April 18th for the opening of our second show of 2026! Between 5-7pm the gallery will be open and we will have light refreshments. Don't miss this chance to celebrate our talented local artists!

04/01/2026

Our second show of 2026 is now open! We would like to thank our wonderful artists for sharing their art. Stay tuned for details about an opening reception later this month!

11/19/2025

This week's Artist Spotlight: Michele Dolly!
“Attended the Central Academy of Commercial Art in
Cincinnati Ohio. Worked in advertising at Macy,s, Jayla Advertising Art and Sidney Printing. Started a family and put off art till now. Recently retired and painting for enjoyment. I am a member of the Flatwoods Library Art Club which has thoroughly inspired my creativity.”

These pieces are called "Fairy Wings and Flowers," "A Pop of Color 1" and "A Pop of Color 2" and "Octopus." To see Michele's work, visit Artist's Corner at the Highlands Museum!