Paint & Sip in National Harbor, MD

Alexis is an artist from Maryland, who is currently studying for her BA in Studio Art at the University of Maryland. She aspires to be a traveling fine artist as well as write and Illustrate her own books and animations. Creating art has always been a deep love of hers, as it brings great peace in her life while also being a creative outlet to explore inspirations and express her authentic self. Her goal here at Muse is to not only bring a smile to the people that she meets but to also share a light on the joy and excitement that painting offers. She also enjoys crafting jewelry, making DIY projects, traveling, going to art shows and music festivals.

Chelle still remembers the first time as a kid declaring "when I grow up, I want to be an artist!" From that moment she has pursued that passion. She earned her degrees in Studio Arts from UVA and in Interior Design from Marymount. From there she has worked in art galleries, the bead making and jewelry industry, and has spent the last 15 years teaching arts and crafts classes to all ages. Teaching the arts is where she has found it most rewarding to use her talents and experience. Her favorite moment in class is the reveal at the end when everyone sees each other's paintings and are truly impressed with what they've created. She loves to see the individuality in everyone's paintings. It truly shows how even the most novice painter can find a unique style in just a short 2-hour painting session. She loves tapping into that "maybe I can be an artist when I grow up" energy in everyone she meets.

Parris Martinez, from Maryland, claims to have been an artist his entire life. As young as the age of 5, drawing was always something he did in his spare time. "You are what you do and anything you practice you get good at" is what he believes. Some would say he is a self taught artist. However, Parris believes that nature, people, artist, & history teaches him more and more about art everyday. Parris is influenced mainly by the art of film and animation. It shows in his artwork, much of which tells a story which he leaves up to the viewer to decide what's the outcome or message. His preferred medium when he is not drawing is acrylic paint. Painting nature is one of his strengths, as well as painting portraits of people. Be on the look out for this up and coming artist!

Jonathan Bagley is a 26 year old artist from Texas, obsessed with abstract and surrealist art styles. With a background in art instruction, Jonathan thrives in an environment where he can help others find ways to express themselves. He believes there is a form of expression for everyone, they just haven't discovered it yet.

Aaron Johnson, II is a multimedia artist from Maryland with a BFA in Illustration and a Minor in Design from the Art Academy of Cincinnati. Mostly in his preferred style of realism, Aaron uses media such as drawing, painting, and digital design to break the fourth wall and explore himself within and out of an artistic space. Starting at the age of six years old, my grandfather inspired me to keep art as a hobby which slowly became a big part of my life. "Out of every occurrence in my life, art has always been the only thing to remain and elevate with me." Because of art, Aaron has been able to connect and collaborate with other artists, have his work featured in gallery spaces, and become an overall better individual. Much of which he continues to do and improve currently. For more info and art, check out my website (bravoartshow.com) for updates.

Mallory is an artist from Ohio that holds a BFA from University of Dayton and an MFA from University of Kentucky. She believes in using whatever art forms are needed to articulate artistic expression. She is passionate about bright colors, textures and movement. Her desire is to share her excitement for art and to help create an atmosphere that inspires creativity and joy.

Mallory is an artist from Ohio that holds a BFA from University of Dayton and an MFA from University of Kentucky. She believes in using whatever art forms are needed to articulate artistic expression. She is passionate about bright colors, textures and movement. Her desire is to share her excitement for art and to help create an atmosphere that inspires creativity and joy.