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Michelle Murakami
After retiring as graphic designer, Michelle has turned her creative passions to painting, and in the process has become an award-winning artist. Painting in oil is her preferred medium, but Michelle also paints in acrylic and watercolor and she has worked on several solo and group murals in her hometown of Fairview as well as Dickson. Painting on a large scale is exciting and satisfying. Michelle enjoys painting the natural environment and textures of nature's gifts. See Mic
Jessica Cook
Sep 161 min read
Carolyn Hawkins, Ridgetop Art Studio
Creating art is a way of life, the sharing of a part of one’s soul in the form of a message to share with the world. The beauty in the creation & of the public’s interpretation is always enjoyed. Painting abstracts, abstract expressionism, water & landscapes & forming unique sculptures, collages & photography are a few of the ways Carolyn loves to create! Nature, architecture & hidden faces often appear in her work. Carolyn creates mixed media utilizing acrylics, scrap jew
Jessica Cook
Sep 71 min read
Kimberly Daniel, Honeybee Studio & Gallery
Kimberly Daniel specializes in capturing the essence of cherished moments and timeless places through oil paintings on linen. From the emotion of a live wedding to the quiet history held within a beloved landmark, her work brings a refined sense of nostalgic realism to each canvas. Driven by a desire to help people preserve meaningful moments in time, she paints subjects that carry personal stories, deep connections, and a sense of place. Each piece becomes a timeless keepsak
Jessica Cook
Sep 71 min read
Daniel Cartier
Daniel Cartier is a musician and visual artist based in McEwen, Tennessee. His art has graced galleries across America, and often stems from discarded objects. Drawing from his own personal journey as a recovering alcoholic, he finds solace in recognizing the potential in everything - even items society may want to throw away. Daniel also designs tailored wall installations for businesses, and undertakes private commissions. He has a line of clothing available on his website
Jessica Cook
Sep 71 min read
Vicki Niolet, Paper Moon
Vicki Niolet creates mixed media constructions and jewelry from found objects. Born in Dickson, she spent 30 years on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in the artist community of Bay St. Louis, where she was a gallery owner, art center director, and mixed media artist. From 1981 to 2023, she traveled the national craft show circuit and was represented by galleries in New Orleans, Atlanta, Sausalito, and New York. She produced an instructional video “Practical Papermaking” in 1990 an
Jessica Cook
Sep 71 min read
Amethyst Hodgson
Amethyst is a graphic designer and comic illustrator promoting her original web series "Axium." Selling original artwork in the form of prints, keychains, and stickers, she also accepts commission work ranging from custom illustrations to brand design and advertising materials. Artist's website: https://bylamplight.bigcartel.com/ Amethyst accepts custom order requests.
Jessica Cook
Sep 71 min read
Candice Parkhurst
For Candice Parkhurst, art is not just a creative practice; it is a vital path toward healing. As a disabled veteran, Candice has learned firsthand that the process of dealing with trauma is rarely linear. She found her voice in the shards—in the act of gathering broken, discarded materials and finding the patience to piece them back together. Artist's Website: www.Shatteredglass.studio Candice accepts custom order requests.
Jessica Cook
Sep 61 min read
Reuben Smith
Reuben Smith (BA 2005 Berea College) is a painter, drawer and and performer who excels in creating architectural studies that capture the history and essence of a place. He also excels at live performance chalk drawing which he tailors to deliver a powerful experience to the viewers. Reuben is available for commissions and to perform at your upcoming event. You can find him online or often painting downtown in Dickson, TN. Artist's Website: TownPainter.com Reuben accepts cust
Jessica Cook
Sep 61 min read
Dickson Artists at Old Timers' Day
The Artists Guild of Dickson County is pleased to announce a very special event: a juried art show at Old Timers' Day in downtown Dickson!
Jessica Cook
Apr 121 min read
Artist Guild Members Paint to Support Local History
Nine artists from the Artist Guild of Dickson County plein air painted at the Promise Land in Charlotte, TN on Saturday March 14th
Jessica Cook
Mar 161 min read
Artist Guild of Dickson County Awards Scholarships to Local Art Educators
The Artist Guild of Dickson County has awarded four local schools $500 grants to support special art projects for students.
Jessica Cook
Jan 141 min read
Discover The Corner Gallery: A New Artistic Hub in Dickson County Grand Opening Celebration
Art lovers in Dickson, Tennessee, have a fresh reason to celebrate. The Artist Guild of Dickson County is opening a new space called The Corner Gallery, designed to showcase the talents of local creators and bring the community together through art.
Jessica Cook
Nov 11, 20252 min read
Art in the Heart Donates $1500 to Artist Guild
Art in the Heart of Dickson, Tennessee, donated $1500 from their art auction in Dickson to the Artist Guild of Dickson County
Jessica Cook
Mar 18, 20251 min read
Artist Guild of Dickson County Elects New President
Reuben Smith was recently elected as the new president for the Artist Guild of Dickson County, Tennessee. The Mission of the Dickson County Artist Guild is to promote appreciation for the visual arts in Dickson County and surrounding areas and to provide opportunity to local artists to grow in their profession. Smith intends to support that mission through his leadership of the Guild.
Jessica Cook
Feb 19, 20251 min read
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