ARTIST: Frederic Bonin-Pissarro

DESCRIPTION: When we asked Fred where he got the inspiration for Rabbitrinth and his sidekick, Rabbitrinth Royale, he replied: "Inspiration? You tell me .... I just do stuff, it just comes to me ?"

SIZE: 28"H X 8" L X 12" D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Greenwich House Gallery - 2124 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO: With a modern twist, Frédéric Bonin-Pissarro continues a long family tradition of fine arts, his great-grandfather being one of the original Impressionists, Camille Pissarro. Born and raised in Paris, Frédéric learned the art of painting with father Claude Bonin-Pissarro. Jean Edelmann also influenced his style. After studying in Paris at École de Sèvres and École nationale supérieure des beaux-arts, he settled in Cincinnati, Ohio. In Cincinnati, he taught color theory, character design, writing scenario, illustration, composition and layout at the Art Institute of Cincinnati and received the Key to the City in 2001. He received a B.A. and M.A., summa cum laude, from the Morehead State University in Kentucky, where he also taught. Having recently moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, he is a professor in the Art Department at UNLV.

ARTIST: Frederic Bonin-Pissarro

DESCRIPTION: When we asked Fred where he got the inspiration for Rabbitrinth Royale and his sidekick, Rabbitrinth, he replied: "Inspiration? You tell me .... I just do stuff, it just comes to me ?"

SIZE: 25.5" H X 11" L X 10" D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Greenwich House Gallery - 2124 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO: With a modern twist, Frédéric Bonin-Pissarro continues a long family tradition of fine arts, his great-grandfather being one of the original Impressionists, Camille Pissarro. Born and raised in Paris, Frédéric learned the art of painting with father Claude Bonin-Pissarro. Jean Edelmann also influenced his style. After studying in Paris at École de Sèvres and École nationale supérieure des beaux-arts, he settled in Cincinnati, Ohio. In Cincinnati, he taught color theory, character design, writing scenario, illustration, composition and layout at the Art Institute of Cincinnati and received the Key to the City in 2001. He received a B.A. and M.A., summa cum laude, from the Morehead State University in Kentucky, where he also taught. Having recently moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, he is a professor in the Art Department at UNLV.

ARTIST: Susan Gertz

DESCRIPTION: The steampunk genre is a fun mix of Victorian elegance and steam-powered technology. Steampunk Sophie is an elegant lady dressed for an outing in a bustle and new handmade teal brocade hat with feathers. She will be painted and collaged. Her color scheme will be teal and gray with accents of copper.

SIZE: 12"H x 20"L x 6"D

FINISH: Indoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: The Spicy Olive - 2736 Erie Avenue

ARTIST BIO: A lifelong bond of love with furry family members led Susan Gertz to pursue BA Zoology and MA Biology Degrees, focusing on animal behavior and to work in the science education field for nearly 30 years. As a pet photographer, Susan brings her animal experience and artistic vision together to create fine art portraits of clients' beloved pets. Susan is a proud recipient of an Ohio Top 10 Photographer Award for 2014-2017, a 2016 PPA Gold Medal Award, and was recognized as having one of the top 10 animal photographs in the nation in 2017. She is owner and photographer at Dogpatch Pet Portraits studio in Middletown, Ohio.

ARTIST: Diana Halligan

DESCRIPTION: Inspired by the Dale Chihuly glass sculpture, "Rio Delle Torreselle" suspended from the ceiling of the Cincinnati Art Museum's main entrance lobby.

SIZE: 14" H X 19" L X 5" D

FINISH: Indoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: indiigenous - 1609 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO:
From an early age, Diana Halligan has drawn and painted. Originally from England, Diana pursued a nursing education which she continued when she settled in Ohio. Her interest in anatomy and drawing led her to the Art Academy of Cincinnati where she found her love of working with oils and studying the Old Masters. She continues to explore the visual arts as a freelance photographer with a focus on local musicians and painting portraits.

ARTIST: Maddie Heinlen

DESCRIPTION: Maddi'es inspiration was a project she did for an Earth Day event at her school.. in which the body of a fish was a Fritos bag. Using acrylic paint, she covered the form in overlapping logos and wrappers of chocolate bars, candy, chips, snacks and sodas. The name is a nod towards Willy Wonka, a fictional character in Roald Dahl's 1964 children's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

SIZE: 13" H X 17" L X 10" D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Pet People - 3663 Michigan Avenue

ARTIST BIO: Maddie Heinlen is 16 years old and is currently taking AP Studio Art at Walnut Hills High School, where she is a student. She loves art and is experienced in using a variety of art mediums. In the past year, she has received a national Scholastics Gold Key Award and had a piece accepted into the Cincinnati Art Museum Teen Art Expo this past April.

ARTIST: Joanne Honschopp

DESCRIPTION: Joanne's inspiration came from a life-long love of Persian art and design. As a child visiting the art museum and later as a student at the Art Academy, she would browse the Persian room in awe. Today, she is still in love with the designs and painted the cat form using designs similar to those found on Persian Rugs.

SIZE: 13" H X 9" L X 6" D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Caza Sikes - 3078 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO: As a professional urban landscape painter with a studio in the Pendleton Art Center for over 20 years, Joanne Honschopp works every weekday creating Cincinnati skylines, landmarks and points of interest. An artist from the age of 3, she graduated from the Art Academy with the high honor of Wilder Scholarship for travel and study in Europe, cementing her career for years to come. Her work has been awarded numerous prizes and is recognized for her unique style. She is represented by Gallery Veronique and Bowman's Framing and Gallery. In a livelihood challenging to most, Joanne is fortunate to stay busy, spending most of her time on commissioned work.

ARTIST: Anne Huddleston

DESCRIPTION: The regal bearing of the cat form inspired Anne, reminding her of an Egyptian Queen. The form is mosaiced in frosted white iridescent tile for the body and for adornment, has shimmering gold, deep olive green, genuine turquoise and faceted Swarovski crystals for a stunning collar worthy of a goddess of her stature
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Bastet is the Egyptian goddess of cats, home, fire, music, dance and family. She was seen as The Sacred Cat and Egyptians placed a high regard for cats because of her. Any crimes made against cats are considered very severe and very unlucky. Bastet is one of the most well-loved goddesses especially of Lower Egypt with many temples and statues built in her honor.

SIZE: 24" H X 11" L X 7" D

FINISH: Indoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Alligator Purse - 2701 Erie Avenue

ARTIST BIO: Anne currently works as a mixed media artist using various tiles, beads and semi-precious gemstones to make one of a kind mosaic jewelry, gorgeous mosaic plexiglass flower and bird yard art and various 3-dimensional animals. She has a long career in graphic and product design in the gift industry and as an illustrator for the children's market and greeting cards, winning several local poster competitions including one for her 2016 Summerfair poster. She also lived in China while working as an art director for 32 Chinese artists for China's largest gift manufacturer. Anne's work can be purchased at a few local craft shows or at: etsy.com/shop/AnneCaroleDesigns.

ARTIST: Carol Macconnell

DESCRIPTION: Princess Fiona was inspired by Cincinnati Zoo's beloved hippo, Fiona with a nod
towards an Panimated movie character.

Princess Fiona is the protagonist of the symbolic and Shrek movie series. Fiona is an example of dedication and courage and is portrayed as an unconventional heroine.

SIZE: 8" H X 21" L X 8" D

FINISH: Indoor

DISPLAY LOCATION: Blue Manatee Bookstore - 3094 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO: As a young girl growing up in rural Ohio, Carol MacConnell knew she wanted to be an artist. Her school had no art program and her family was not artistic, yet Carol earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Miami University and has continued to study with some of the greatest living artists in the country. Carol is a full-time professional artist, working in oil and acrylic.

ARTIST: Carol Sanger

DESCRIPTION: Aka "Diamond Dog, Lucy is painted glossy black, and varnished with a subtle glitter coating. She is, of course, finished with diamonds!

SIZE: 28" H X 8" L X 8" D

FINISH: Indoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: Newstedt-Loring Andrews - 3446 Edwards Road

ARTIST BIO: Carol Sanger retired from the corporate world in order to devote time and efforts to animal rescue. She is a co-Founder of UCAN and of Westie Rescue Indiana, a former chair of Pets in Need of Greater Cincinnati and League for Animal Welfare. Carol paints pets portraits and donates the proceeds to animal charities.

ARTIST: Tim Smith

DESCRIPTION: Picture the coolest cat (or in this case, dog) at a jazz club. She looks like jazz sounds: smooth and improvisational. "Cool Whippet" is a cool blue with expressive colorful accents and, of course, she is sporting her favorite shades.

SIZE: 35" H X 21" L X 11" D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: indigenous - 1609 Madison Road

ARTIST BIO: Tim Smith graduated in 1983 as Outstanding Senior of the Columbus College of Art & Design and is now Principal + Creative Director of Tim Smith Design. Tim's career in graphic design has led him to work for clients such as BMW, Microsoft, Luxottica and Tiffany & Co. His work has garnered many national, regional and local awards and has been in several leading design and business publications. Tim is the president of Cincinnati/NKY Chapter of the Foundation FIghting Blindness and a member of the Cincinnati Art Club. He enjoys painting, photography, travel and time spent with his wife, Paula, and their two adorable dogs, Cassie and Harley.

ARTIST: Shannon Timura

DESCRIPTION: Frida Kahlo is the inspiration behind Shannon's design. Resonating strongly with many today trying to celebrate who they are despite hardships, prejudice and misunderstanding, Frida was bold and confident in her work and life. The design featuares her signature eyebrows and a floral crown. The rest of the sculpture is painted in a colorful, Mexican-style pattern and completed with a flower necklace.

It's an obvious Kahlo-inspired piece, yet maintains the features of the rabbit..

SIZE: 24"H X 7.25"L X 6"D

FINISH: Indoor or Outdoor Use

DISPLAY LOCATION: indigenous - 1609 Madison Rd

ARTIST BIO: Shannon Timura is an art director for a performing arts school and a working public artist, recently working with Olay on a public art project for their new product launch. Her art work and sculptures have been purchased by Dominion Power, St. Clair Superior Development Company and Starwood Retail Group. She loves celebrating life through art with positive images that uplift, inspire and encourage bravely facing obstacles in life.

Framed Acrylic Portrait

by Cincinnati Artist, Ann Harrod

16"x20"

Donated by:

Ann Hill

Vintage Framed Landscape

Oil Painting

9.5" x 7.5"

Donated by:

Ann Hill

Original "Mutts" Comic Strip

Framed & Signed

Donated by:

Carol Sanger

Framed, Signed

Tiger Oil Painting

18" x 16"

Donated by:

Kimberly Stappaerts

Tiger and Elephant

Handpainted on Agate Slices

Each with Stand

Donated by:

Kimberly Stappaerts

A beautiful acrylic painting by Travis Newlun paired with two bottles of wine (one a cat!), a decorative box and a $25 Gift Card to Half Day Cafe

Donated by:

Travis Newlun

"Fall In Eden Park" A beautifully framed original painting by Cincinnati artist/American Impressionist, Rick Koehler

16"x 8" (framed 22"x14")

Donated by

Rick Koehler

Framed Zoo Babies Poster
By Loren Long - 2016

49" x 29"

Donated by:

Chrissy Ward

Original acrylic painting on gallery wrapped canvas by Natasha Wescoat

24"x30"

Donated by

Anonymous

Checkpoint Ophir Iditarod Trail-Alaska 1990

Limited Edition Print

Signed by Artist J. Petro III

&

Signed by Rick Swenson, Iditarod Winner

known as "King of Iditarod"

Donated by:

Rottinghaus Gallery