Artists We Heart Ed. 51: Meet 8 New iCanvas Creators
More art means it’s easier than ever to discover art you love! Whether you want to feel inspired, tell a story, or transform your space, connecting new artists with art appreciators like you is one of the best parts of welcoming more creators to iCanvas’ creative community.
From nature photography to portrait illustrations to patterned designs, meet 8 new artists who can help you bring delicate drama, colorful inspiration, and more types of vibes to your space.
- Patsy Weingart
- Silke Host
- Ozscape Designs
- Julia Crossland
- BaxiaArt
- Marta Witkiewicz
- Laurie Search
- Kristen Ley
Keep scrolling to get to know the newest artists we’re proud to partner with. You might just discover some new art that can move you, spark conversation, or help tie a room together.
Patsy Weingart
Based in Florida, Patsy Weingart creates captivating wildlife photography with dramatic uses of contrast and sometimes digitally manipulated displays. Taking photos while traveling through African countries, she captures animals in their natural habitats. Wanting to make a difference, she often donates her art to causes that benefit wildlife, in addition to women and children. From alert lions to elephant moms to bathing zebras, we think her artwork can help you add some wild and majestic vibes to your space.
Click here to see more of Patsy Weingart’s work on iCanvas.
Silke Host
Based in France, Silke Host creates female portraits and animal paintings full of personality, goofy expressions, and splatters of colors. Sometimes she incorporates hummingbirds into her art to symbolize “the beauty and fullness of life”, while other times she showcases scenes like a woman shaving for a bold touch. From dancing in the clouds to butterflies on faces to nude lovers, her prints evoke lively energy. Making her artwork a great way to create a thought-provoking yet playful atmosphere.
Ozscape Designs
Ozscape Designs creates colorfully patterned illustrations of adorable dogs, explorative dinosaurs, mystical mermaids, and more. With a lot of their designs geared towards children, they hope you’ll “take your little ones on a magical journey into the world of discovery, and let your imaginations run wild”. From cottage garden cats to barn country trucks to birdie bath time, their prints are full of joyous energy. If you’re hoping to create an endearing and playful atmosphere, we think their artwork can help you achieve your goals.
Julia Crossland
Based in northern England, Julia Crossland creates dreamy paintings of floral fields, wild animals, and other outdoor displays showcasing the various seasons. Surrounded by birds and woodlands, she’s deeply inspired by wildlife, the coast, and the countryside. From autumn moons to harbour flowers to houses by the sea, she aims to tell stories through her intricate nature scenes. We think her artwork can be a beautiful way to add some delicate and rural vibes to your space.
BaxiaArt
Based in Poland, BaxiaArt captures photographs of flourishing flowers, eye-catching landscapes, and magical moonlight scenes. Oftentimes incorporating digital edits to create intense displays, her designs embrace both the dark and bright sides of mother nature. From blue fields to black moons to citylight reflections, we think her artwork can be a unique way to bring delicate or dramatic vibes to your space.
Marta Witkiewicz
Based in Spain, Marta Witkiewicz creates black and white illustrations of people infused with nature, along with colored designs of animals and insects. With a love for “nature, folklore, whimsical stories, and secrets of the mind”, she aims to build bridges between fine art and fantasy. From daughters of the night sky to geometric dragonflies to tokens of hope, her prints are a mix of soft and bold. Making her artwork a wonderful way to add wild yet ethereal vibes to your space.
Laurie Search
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Laurie Search creates serene nature photography of stunning landscapes, mystifying waterfalls, wild animals, and more. Capturing the beautiful colors and magnetic aesthetic of natural environments, they claim there’s nothing better than wandering around outdoors with a camera. From hot desert evenings to zen bridges to carefree beaches, their photos can help you design a peaceful and alluring atmosphere.
Kristen Ley
Based in Mississippi, Kristen Ley creates intricate paintings of state flowers, uplifting typography, fun patterned designs, and more. Striving to “bring a smile to your face and make you feel unique and special”, she incorporates bright hues and eye-catching symbols to brighten your day. From messages of laughter to delicious donut displays to folky floral blooms, her prints are full of positivity. If you’re looking to bring colorful or inspirational vibes to your space, we think her artwork is a lovely choice.
