This section represents a wide variety of various artists and their work, ranging from charcoal sketches to water color art. We hope you enjoy this range of pieces from various artists. Please notice that all art work is meant for display and not reproduction without the artists permission. We are thankful that we here at NWfineliving.com can provides the public with listings of artists and their work throughout this webpage, and consequently, ask that any questions be directed towards Tim Lenihan (206)280-5859 for any inquiries into various pieces.

Crystal Starr  www.crystalstarr.deviantart.com/

Crystal Smith, a.k.a. Crystal Starr has been drawing since the day she could hold a pencil. Crystal's earliest influence was her grandmother who expressed her own passion through drawing birds and horses, impressing upon Crystal the beauty of art. When she was five she remembers announcing to the family that, "when I grow up, I'm going to be an artist." The response she received was a familiar one to many artists; she was told that "Artists Starve!" Despite her family's response she had a dream, and she was going for it. Throughout her school years teachers noticed the talent and passion, displaying her art on classroom walls, and consistently encouraging her to develop her talents.

Chronic mental illness, as well as other struggles dulled Crystals will to draw, so at the young age of seventeen she gave it up. Instead, she started a family, and became consumed with the responsibilities of life. It wasn't until she  to Austin, TX two years ago that she picked up the pencils again. Austin's creative community and the people she was meeting inspired her to re-awaken her lost passion. Since then she has been drawing family, friends, and those beautiful people she meets, though everyone is beautiful she says. She enjoys drawing the human face the most, believing there is something mystical in illuminating every line, crinkle, and emotion expressed in the human eyes.

Along with a short interview you can find her on the cover of the October issue of Study Breaks, a magazine published for UT students.  She has been chosen for their, Express Yourself Austin's Top Artist contest (http://studybreaks.com/). She has also recently worked on various commission pieces for people throughout the Austin area. Recent move back to Seattle WA she is now taking on new commissions and seeking out new places to show. You can view more of her art at http://crystalstarr.deviantart.com/.

John Bean   Website

John has been creating his art in photography for 30 years. He is currently is living and showing his work in galleries and coffee shops through out the Seattle area. With his life partner, he has recently developed a new business concept called "Photo Keys". These are personal art shows which allow people to be part of customizing Johns art to their own specifications. These parties are currently being hosted once a month by friends and associated and are open to the public.

John personal focus is wildlife, nature and abstract art. However, if it catches his eye you can guarantee he will capture it with his camera.