Eyes of Faith

Abstract and Mixed Media Art, Prints and cards inspired by my journey with Autism

Derrick Freeman is a self-taught artist diagnosed with Autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired verbal and non-verbal communication. By age two, he was completely non-verbal and was unable to learn and use language like most children his age. By age three, art became his only form of communication. He learned to express his perceptions of life and everyday living through his drawings and artwork. Each piece of art tells the story of his journey with Autism. Derrick has exhibited his artwork at the Tennessee Governor’s Mansion, Vanderbilt University, Lipscomb University, the Tennessee Disability Mega Conference and the Frist Museum of Art. Most recently, he was the featured artist at Ernie Els Center for Excellence in Jupiter, Florida. In addition, he has been the recipient of several awards for his community advocacy work for the Autism community including: the Ann & Steve Bailey Artist Grant, the Arc of the Mid-South’s Outstanding Artist and Performer Award and the Future Horizons Inc’s Dr. Temple Grandin Award for Outstanding Success.

Downs & Towns

Fine Art Photography

Houston is a globe-trotting photographer and sells his fine art prints in his on-line Print Shop. His award-winning photography has been showcased in solo shows, juried competitions, and in arts and travel magazines. Houston has Down syndrome; and, his hope is to use his photography to inspire, empower, and educate.

MBlair Photography

Coasters with our photos and designs, cards, prints, magnets

We make coasters of our photography and designs. Coasters are made on a ceramic tile and sealed with an epoxy resin, making them heat and water resistant. We also have cards, prints and magnets as well.

Paris Woodhull Illustrations

Papergoods + Apparel + Custom Work

I create apparel with a purpose, quirky paper goods, and city maps. All of my product is hand drawn and then created into printed goods. Why waste time and hand draw? Because I'm a strong believer in the power of something that is handmade with love and care!

I am a Knoxville native and recent graduate of the University of Tennessee with a BFA in 2D art. I love bold color, pattern, pop culture, portraiture, fashion, and most importantly the wonderful city I live in!

Anna Greer

Illustrations and Comics  

I write and draw comics along with standalone illustrations. I graduated summa cum laude from UT after making my own major— Social Justice and Storytelling: Advocating for Human Rights Through Comics. Most of my work is digital art (drawn on an iPad Pro with an Apple Pencil using Procreate or Adobe Draw and manipulated in Photoshop on my laptop), but I am versed in traditional media (India ink, pastels, oil paints, Intaglio) as well. My perspective as a feminist activist definitely informs my art.

Kristen Holbrook Art

Art

Howdy! My name is Kristen and I like to make things. I am currently making peaceful acrylic paintings, pointed mixed media pieces, and quirky technicolor watercolor illustrations. These three styles come tumbling out depending on my mood which usually can be summed up by: let’s chill out and debate in acrylics, resist! we gotta do something about politics in mixed media, and let’s have fun and be weird together in watercolors. Ever feel like this? Then you’re in good company - Enjoy!