Bahiyyih is a high school student who creates portraits and landscapes in several media: gouache, pencil, and acrylic marker. She also creates block prints, bleached clothing designs, and beaded jewelry. She takes commissions for pet/human portraits and bleached clothing designs.

I am an artist from Augusta, Ga who specializes in pop art, moss art & miscellaneous builds. I have recently started painting murals as well.

CLAUD is a physician and musician who aims to eccentrify every experience and performance through his uplifting and positive lyrics and his vibrant moves. Claud sees every interaction as an opportunity to communicate a message of positivity and peace. This truth is appreciated through his American Dream ballad produced the Grammy Award Winning Artist to his Netflix featured Fresh Fresh Fresh anthem. His African origin is occrustated in his productions and performances.

Scribbler, painter, crafter interested in making connections in the art community of Augusta and the broader area. I make art for fun, and occasionally for profit or community service in the form of face painting, murals, portraits, and running arts and crafts classes.

Karlton T. Clay has always loved to write and be creative since he was a young child, graduating from Davidson Fine Arts School in 2004 and from Georgia State University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in film and television production.

Karlton began VICTORY PRODUCTIONS during his bout with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2002 and produced and directed his first theatrical production in 2003. Under Victory Productions, Karlton has written, produced, and directed several theatre productions, short films, 17 series, with the latest being Karlton’s World and The Loved And The Heartless, and 18 feature-length films, which can be streamed on Peacock, the CW app, Tubi, Amazon Prime, Roku, and more.

Karlton is also the author of a 4-book series entitled As The Earth Spins, which was published by Expand Knowledge and is available at Lulu.com, and 3 poetry books: Ebbs & Flows (2020), Raw-N-UnKut (2022), and I Am Me (2024), which are also available as EPs under the moniker KayCee Thee Poet on all digital platforms. In 2023, Karlton released Titan Warriors: The Alignment Of Power and his comic book series, CHOSEN.

Karlton is the producer and the host for the Celebrating Black Excellence 365 segment at WJBF News Channel 6, and the creator, host, and executive producer of the Telly Award talk show THE KULTURE, which streams on WJBF6+ on Roku TV, Firestick, Apple TV, and Samsung TV devices.

In everything he does, Karlton hopes to remain true to who he is and be a beacon of hope that inspires others to follow their dreams. His motto: Grow as you go, which springs from his favorite scripture, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

  I’m a photo artist and specialize in sports photography. I am aspiring to become a film maker.

Audrey “Sala Adenike” Jeter-Allen is an Augusta, Georgia, multidisciplinary artist, educator, and longtime cultural preservationist. Through painting, illustration, African dance, music, and community arts, she celebrates the richness of African and African American culture. A recipient of the 2026 Greater Augusta Arts Council Lifetime Achievement Award, Sala continues to inspire audiences through exhibitions, arts education, public art, and creative projects that honor history while fostering connection across generations.

Myles Banks, born in Baltimore, MD is the Owner and Producer of Just Stunt Productions, LLC, a media production company creating content that inspires through motivation, positivity, and faith.
He has produced commercials for NBC Coast TV, Chick-Fil-A, and the University of South Carolina – Aiken. He has worked on feature films, teaches programs, and consults professionally.
As a motivational speaker and mentor, Myles is dedicated to helping others to live purposefully and intentionally.
He lives by the principle: “No matter who you are or where you come from, you CAN be successful—when you put God first and operate in your purpose.”

Happy Bones Jones is a seasoned entertainer with more than 30 years as a singer-songwriter and four years carving out his own lane in stand-up comedy. Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia, he blends soulful musical roots with sharp, off-kilter humor, creating a style that moves between heartfelt storytelling, raw improvisation, and quick-hit punchlines. Onstage, he shifts from melody to mayhem without missing a beat, pulling from decades of performing, traveling, and chasing the strange corners of Southern life. Whether he’s behind a mic, a guitar, or a joke that hits sideways, Happy Bones Jones delivers a show that’s lived-in, rhythm-driven, and unmistakably his own. Happy Bones Jones is the President of Smokey Room Productions and produces a weekly comedy show in Augusta, Georgia called the Jest Joust Comedy Calamity.

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AshieBee is a multitalented singer, songwriter, recording artist, performer, dancer, vocal coach, and educator known for her captivating stage presence, dynamic artistry, and passion for empowering others through music and movement. With music available on all streaming platforms, AshieBee continues to expand her artistic reach through original music, live performances, and creative expression across multiple genres.

She earned her undergraduate degree in Vocal Performance from Albany State University in Albany, Georgia, and later received her Master’s degree in Music Vocal Pedagogy: Contemporary Commercial Music from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia.

AshieBee has extensive performance experience both in school and professionally outside of school, performing with well-known performance groups such as Creative Impressions during her high school years. Through these experiences, she developed a strong foundation in stage performance, entertainment, dance, musical theatre, and live vocal performance. Her theatrical performance background also includes lead roles in Ain’t Misbehavin’ with Theatre Albany, as well as performances in The Marriage of Figaro and The Magic Flute.

Throughout her career, AshieBee has performed at numerous events locally and out of town, including Mayfest in Augusta, Juneteenth celebrations, and many additional community, cultural, and entertainment events across Georgia and beyond. Her live performance credentials also include opening for Shaun Milli and performing alongside the Albany State Gospel Choir for gospel artist Deitrick Haddon. Through both undergraduate and graduate vocal recitals, AshieBee has showcased her versatility across classical, contemporary, gospel, musical theatre, and commercial music styles.

Beyond the stage, AshieBee is a passionate and accomplished educator. She currently teaches Applied Voice to Musical Theatre students at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. She previously taught music in Richmond County and was honored as Music Teacher of the Year for the 2023–2024 school year.

AshieBee is also the owner and founder of AshieBee Voice Studios, a private studio centered on the motto: “Love Your Voice, Bask In Your Song.” Through her studio, she teaches all genres of singing while specializing in vocal pedagogy and vocal anatomy, helping singers build healthy, confident, and authentic voices. In addition to voice instruction, she currently teaches heels dance classes, Zumba, performance coaching, and other movement-based fitness and performance arts classes.

Through her artistry, education, and mentorship, AshieBee continues to inspire others to embrace creativity, confidence, individuality, and self-expression. Her personal motto, “LetAshieBee,” reflects her belief that you can become anything you put your mind to.

2D/3D Mixed Media. Lover of Art & History. Studio2025 Studio & Gallery Artist & Owner.

Jasmine “Jazz” Blakely Kean is a multidisciplinary creative and founder of A Jazz of All Trades, LLC, based in the Southeast. Her work spans live music, DJing, photography, and creative direction, all rooted in a deep passion for storytelling and connection.
Her love for music began early, earning recognition as an award-winning vocalist in her youth—an experience that helped shape her artistic voice and lifelong connection to performance. Today, as a vocalist, Jazz blends elements of R&B, jazz, and soul to create intimate, emotionally rich experiences.
She has performed at a variety of venues and events across the region, including wineries, breweries, and community arts platforms such as Westobou’s First Friday series and the Arts in the Heart Festival. One of her standout performances includes the Sumter Iris Festival, where she connected with a broader audience through her soulful, engaging style.
Beyond performance, Jazz supports artists, businesses, and community organizations through visual content, event experiences, and strategic storytelling. She currently contributes her creative expertise to initiatives that expand access, visibility, and engagement within her community.
Her work is driven by a desire to create spaces where people feel seen, inspired, and connected—whether through music, visuals, or shared experiences. Jazz continues to grow her impact through collaborations, live performances, and creative projects that bring people together.

Yunie (aka Uni Verse) is an Augusta native who comes from a family of bi-coastal musical talent. She has been writing and performing as a poet and emcee for 20+ years and is very passionate about the art. She released her debut album “9” on July 9, 2022. She’s collaborated with producers and artists such as Mark Byrd, Tish Hyman, and Jah Izrehl. Yunie continues to work on new projects that feed the soul of musical hunger.

My name is A’men “A’Major” Hudson. I am the owner and founder of The MAJOR SOUND live band and Show. I am a professional drummer/percussionist. I write, live arrange and produce music and compositions. I am a professional at curating and putting together live musical shows and productions.

I create at the intersection of softness and power, documenting beauty in all its raw, unconventional forms. My work is rooted in emotion, identity, and storytelling, celebrating the messy, magical, and often unseen parts of life. Through my lens and my art, I honor vulnerability as strength and turn lived experience into visual poetry.

I’m Leanna Gioia, a writer shaped by the South, and all the strange, tender stories tucked between the roots. I write in the spaces where mystery meets memory, moving between true crime, culture, and the quiet emotional currents that define people. Whether it’s a cold case, a horror-comedy script, or a small moment just worth holding onto, I’m drawn to narrative that lingers.

6th grade- 1st place Penny Art Competition /Gertrude Herbert , 2 yrs, Augusta Tech/ Advertising Art (hand lettering;signage) 1976-77
Inspired mainly by the old masters and the idealism of cataloged movements in the visual arts fields, the profundity as found in Dali, Escher,Picasso,etc. inspired me to create paintings that are …
Oil painting is my preference. Fine Art America hosts my website and their AI
penned a synopsis of my works, that’s weird . Check it out !

As a self trained artist, Karey has created in watercolor, acrylics, fiber, and stained glass for years. Upon retiring from public education, she focused her recent work in acrylics as a favorite medium. She has achieved success with her creative renditions and has original and commissioned pieces hanging across the country. Her award winning work has also garnished distinguished recognition nationally, and can be viewed via several online galleries, linked to her Facebook account.
Mrs. Santos describes herself as a visual storyteller, using light, form, and color to interpret snapshots of humanity. Bold colors and brushstrokes express the intrinsic mark, or feeling as it relates to the subject. “I want my work to challenge viewers to view beyond the painted marks, to the unique story they reveal and the emotion they invoke.”

I have always been drawn to the arts, first studying Art History with the dream of becoming a curator, but life as a military spouse took me around the world before my husband brought us the CSRA. Now that our children are grown, I am free to fully experiment with different media, exploring color, and have fun painting on almost any surface. A painting class with a friend in 2019 reignited that passion, and while I am largely self-taught, I have studied watercolor with a local artist, Thomas Needham. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from USC Upstate, and when I’m not painting, I’m often deep in genealogy research or savoring a glass of champagne

Christina E. Petrides began writing poetry and publishing books for children during the 6.5 years she lived on Jeju Island, South Korea. Her first children’s book, Blueberry Man, was selected by both the Georgia and the North Carolina Farm Bureaus as a book of the month for their Ag in the Classroom programs. Her other children’s books include The Refrigerator Ghost; Tea Cakes, Quilts, and Sonshine; and Mr. Fisher’s Whiskers. Christina served as the primary translator of Maria Shelyakhovskaya’s memoir Being Grounded in Love. Her poetry collections are On Unfirm Terrain and The Laughing Calvinist. Christina’s website is www.christinaepetrides.com

Bill Karp (billkarpjazz.com) is a classic American jazz musician. He has been voted “Best of Augusta Jazz’ by readers of Augusta Magazine numerous times. Bill is interested in making live jazz accessible and affordable for your home, social or business settings. This is not bar or lounge jazz. It is music for your home and business environments and events. The cost of his jazz is reasonable and negotiable. The most cost-effective way of bringing his jazz to you is by tucking Bill, with his specially-engineered, high-quality backing tracks, into your occasion.

Kyrah Chevelle otherwise known as Kyrah the Queen is a well rounded, out of the box musical artist, performer, Singer/Songwriter for hire, composer, poet, author, sexual assault survivor turned activist, counselor and action provoking public speaker. She operates not only as founder of her own label and live band KC Music group where she offers services of her vocal abilities provides paid opportunities for fellow musicians, artist development and live cover band bookings. As a life long live performer her musical journey of passion dates back to age 5 as a part of a vocal group with three of her big sisters know as the” K-girls” put together by her mother and famous guirist “Pasley” Singing in the chorus at East Augusta middle school a love for live music blossomed for the band as a percussionist. All through high school her dedication to developing her craft persisted as family life took her through hardship and trauma resulting in many twist in turns. Taking part in music was a must, becoming a coping mechanism, participation at several high school programs including Lucy C Laney chorus and marching band, Evans High school Chorus, Glen Hills High school chorus and ending with Greenbrier Highschool chorus. Her love for poetry evolved her into a Rap artist at age 20 under the name Killa-K where can be heard in affiliation with several local rap artists and producers such as Bizzo Beats, Smokin Aces, Richie Ray, and the Maestro Daniel Sapp. Exploring a curiosity of becoming a fashion model sparked a relocation to Atlanta Ga, and there her voice is what put her in rooms with Jermaine Dupri and grating her the experience of working and recording tracks with NItty. OH, but the journey didn’t stop there, 1000 miles away and out of the State of Georgia, an excitingly loud opportunity as second lead singer of ABOG (Another Band of Gypsies) arose. There is where she received The Music Association of Central Texas’ award for Rock Band of Year in 2017. If you where to ask her, she would tell you that the real blessing of this gift from God, and her most favorite way to use her voice comes from living the life of a true worshipper. She can be remember for choir memberships at churches starting as a young girl and stretching throughout her continued life span. Becoming worship leader at New Restoration church of of Killeen Texas and devoted alto of the World Changers International Church in College Park, Ga. If you ever get a chance to talk with her she would smile so bright and tell you how her love and passion for music is totally a gift from God. How Praise and Worship is the weapon to not only defeat the attacks and ploys of the enemy but also how it unites her with the angels in heaven where she as first handedly experienced and receives the goodness and love of God above daily.

Beatrice (Bea) Brown is the author of three books: A Giraffe in the Gym (2016), Who Invited the Bees (2018) and the latest, A Day in the Life of Mother Goose (2020). Her desire is to write fun-filled books that spark the readers’ imagination and encourage them to author their own stories. This mother of three has spent over half her life teaching students with disabilities. She honors them in each of her books. In addition to writing and reading children’s picture books, her other indulgences include: eating dessert (as she eats her meal), chewing gum, not bubblegum (she does not like how it smells), scrolling through Pinterest, researching interesting topics, and watching YouTube videos. #beabrownbooks #readeveryday #readingmatters #keepreading

As a muralist and public artist based in Augusta, Georgia, I believe in the transformative power of art to shape and inspire communities. My work is rooted in bold, illustrative designs that bring color and energy to public spaces, creating experiences that connect people to their surroundings. From large-scale murals to interactive public art installations, I strive to craft pieces that reflect the stories, culture, and spirit of the community. Collaboration is at the heart of my process—whether working with local organizations, businesses, or other artists, I aim to create work that resonates deeply with the people who live and interact with it every day. Public art is more than decoration; it’s a statement of identity and pride. I am passionate about using my skills to transform walls and spaces into vibrant works of art that inspire conversation and connection.

Hi, I’m Dawn. I am a paper and digital illustrator living and working in North Augusta, South Carolina. I create art for murals, products, Children’s books and more. I am currently represented by Christy Ewers at The Cat Agency for children’s book illustration.

Angel Moreno is a contemporary realist painter and draftsman based in Evans, Georgia. Born in Mexico City, he grew up admiring the works of the three giants of Mexican muralism: Rivera, Orozco and Siqueiros. His distinctive personal style emanates joy and peace and expresses the vibrant spirit and atmosphere of his culture. As a classically trained musician and flamenco guitarist, he incorporates elements of music into his visual work to create rhythmic visual experiences that evoke emotional responses. He is currently working on his first series of oil paintings called Los Luchadores, an exciting and colorful body of work that marks the beginning of his professional career and the happiest moment of his life.

I am a bridge builder. I stive to connect art forms through artistic endeavor.

View my online portfolio here.