THE MENTORS…

One Love Generation takes great pride in the artists we bring in to educate our youth, from mentors to “workshoppers”.  We would like to share some information about them and the work they are doing on a personal level.

Ashley L. Schick: Printmaking: www.ashleylschick.com

Ashley L. Schick graduated with an M.F.A. in Printmaking from SCAD-Atlanta. She received her undergraduate degree in Printmaking, with a minor in Packaging Science, from the University of Florida. She describes herself as a printmaker, bookmaker, and gatherer. Her current series of work explores how the keeping and retelling of stories over time alters how she defines herself and her environment.

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Craig Easley: Fine Artist

I’m always curious about the world’s cultures and people.  Sharing this desire through arts and cultural events helps me give back & explore new ventures.  Being self-taught, I enjoy learning from people who live this daily and as a profession.

It always feels good to share the heart with new friends who become good friends.

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Dubelyoo: The Art Bishop: www.dubelyoo.net

World-renowned mixed media artist Dubelyoo (pronounced W) has been on a mission to enlighten the masses via a broad range of outlets, from producing the largest touring urban art show in the U.S. to collaborating with corporate giants such as Nike, Pepsi, Coca-Cola and Heineken. Although he is based in Atlanta, Ga., Dubelyoo is a revered globetrotter who has mastered the ability to bridge the gap between urban and pop culture through his visual exploration of a wide range of topics from celebrity portraits to controversial social commentary.

Hannah Perner-Wilson: Electronic Artist: www.plusea.at

My work combines conductive materials with traditional and contemporary craft techniques, developing new styles of building electronics that emphasize materiality and process. I believe that this will allow us to build electronics that are more diverse, understandable and expressive than electronics currently are. Through creating examples, organizing workshops and publishing online documentation, I hope to document and disseminate this approach, demonstrating how we might engage with electronics in new and creative ways.

Jeremy Brown: Abstract Artist: www.loveisartkit.com

I come from a family of artists, and was lucky enough to be surrounded by various forms and mediums as a child.  As I developed personally as an artist, I found a strong connection with abstract art.  What attracts me to abstract art is the ability to remain independent in thought and design, while using the world I live in as references.  People, objects, thoughts and emotions in everyday life can be used to inspire unique works of abstract art, as life is abstract itself.  Being part of One Love Generation is my way of helping kids at a young age experience the endless boarders of art, and it’s direct relationship to the lives we live, past, present and future.  “life is too short to remain unnoticed” – Salvador Dali

Jessi Monroe: Stencil, Fine Artist & Musician: www.jessimonroe.com

“I moved to Atlanta 4 years ago. I am a singer/songwriter/musician.  I also work with several mediums of art, particularly stencil art.  I have a very unique process, that I think the kids would love!  It’s such a great way to express your thoughts/moods and you can really tell what is on a child’s mind through the direction he/she goes.

I have been on Big Brother/Big Sister’s waiting list, literally for 4 years, and am SO excited to come on board your team and start giving back and just sharing my gifts with others. So, thank you for the opportunity!”

Joseph Perry: Senior Animation Director: www.joepeery.com

Joe has freelanced in Atlanta since 1984 and started working for local animation studio Primal Screen in 97. From there, he moved on to Turner Studios in 2001, and moved up to the position of Senior Animation Director, creating and directing animation for clients such as Cartoon Network, TNT, TBS and many others. This May he transitioned back to the busy freelance lifestyle. Joe enjoys directing fellow artists on an animated commercial, working as an animator, teaching students or mentoring young professionals. He also enjoys playing music with his band Floating Coats, switching drawings with other artists at the monthly cabaret style art sessions or helping his girlfriend build a pen for our chickens! Whether he is working with an art director or writer on a big commercial illustration job or simply sitting down with one other person to discuss their idea; his enjoyment comes from that connection.

Justin Rabideau: Artist: www.justinrabideau.com

Justin Rabideau was born in West Chazy, New York, a rural town in the Northern region of the state.  He attended The State University of New York at Plattsburgh, where he received a BFA in Sculpture and Printmaking in 2002.  While in Plattsburgh, Justin participated in many exhibitions and received the Jane Prescott Rowlson Award for achievement in the arts.  Justin also participated as an Artist Intern at Franconia Sculpture Park in Shafer, Minnesota, as well as, an Artist in Residence at Sea Side Sculpture Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut.  In the summer of 2003, he moved to Athens, Georgia to pursue his MFA degree with a concentration in Sculpture.  During his time in Georgia, Justin had an active role in the artist community.  He participated in exhibitions which included; Fresh Assortment, organized by Michael Lucero, The First Annual Artist Symposium in Navidad, Chile, as well as, completing a commissioned sculpture located in Athens, Greece.  Upon completion of his degree in 2006, Justin moved to Syracuse, New York where he was the Preparator at the Everson Museum of Art, as well as, an Adjunct Instructor at Cazenovia College and Pratt Munson Williams Proctor.  In 2008, he moved to West Palm Beach, Florida where he worked as the Preparator at the Flagler Museum and as an Adjunct Instructor at Palm Beach State College. In May of 2011, Justin relocated to Atlanta to work as the Production Manager at Chisel 3D, a design and sculpture company.  Currently Justin is an exhibiting artist with Dashboard Co-op and an Artist in Studio Resident with The Creatives Project.

Kevin L. Clark: Medical Illustrator and Animator: www.clarkmedicalmedia.com

Kevin connected with art illustrating comic book characters at an early age.  Coupled with a love for the outdoors, this gift soon matured into a passion and affinity for illustrating biological sciences.  With degrees in both scientific and medical illustration, Kevin is extremely passionate in designing educational illustrations and animations to positively impact the lives of others.

Beyond his artwork, Kevin seeks to help reach and inspire youth through a number of non-profit mentoring organizations.  A medical education fused with a passion to teach, he is determined to use his knowledge and experience to globally affect the healthcare world.  Kevin currently works and lives in the Atlanta area.

Lucien Downes: Contemporary Abstract Figurative Artist: www.luciendownesart.com

Lucien is a contemporary abstract figurative artist. His work demonstrates freedom of thought and expression through mixed media. His works are composed of spiritual and worldly elements that function independently at times or merge to encompass a whole. Lucien utilizes resin, acrylic, pigments and plexi to create most of his unique and stunning pieces. This is a technique he has perfected and one that he calls his own. Lucien’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands. His exquisite pieces are displayed in the homes of Maya Angelou (Poet and civil rights icon), Teddy Riley (R&B producer) corporations and many private collections around the world. Lucien is originally from the beautiful Island of St.Croix and currently resides in Atlanta, Ga.

Matthew Miller: Illustrator: www.sunflowerman.com

Matt is an Illustration student at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, he draws inspiration from his lakeshore roots. Working mostly in Acrylics, Prisma Color, and Graphite; Matt renders images through a style of representational metaphor. With a passion for serving people and a desire to create, Matt is constantly seeking new ways to understand the world in which we live by finding joy and life in the midst of confusion and death.

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Tommy Taylor: Fine Artist: Tommy’s Reviews Here

Tommy Taylor was educated in Greenville SC where he attended the Greenville County Museum School as a young boy and later, when in High School,,  the Greenville Fine Arts Center. Tommy went on to get a BFA in Drawing and Painting from the University of Georgia. Since graduating from UGA Tommy has participated in several group and solo exhibitions. Tommy has work in private collections as far away as Seoul, Melbourne, Toronto and NYC. As well as making paintings Tommy has done decorative painting and plaster for many commercial clients inluding the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and Anthropologie stores all across the country. After living in NYC for 8 years Tommy has returned to his native South, where he recently had a solo show at the Whitespace Gallery.