Charles Leonard was born in Windsor, North Carolina and raised in Sarasota, Florida. After four years serving in the armed forces, Mr. Leonard returned to the United States and attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He graduated cum laude with a fine arts degree in 1970 and later received his Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Georgia where he was Graduate Assistant to Lamar Dodd.

Inspired by impressionists such as Monet, Manet, and Caillebotte, Cheryl Connelly paints with exuberance. Her paintings reflect artistic visions with great depth, light, and color. Cheryl exudes a distinct style with bold and energetic strokes. She enjoys painting alla prima landscapes and still life. Collectors note her work as fresh and clear. Her European travels have inspired her to seek painterly light and perspective. She has studied with Shane McDonald in Atlanta, Georgia in addition to attending numerous workshops with Leonard Wren and Ken Backhaus. A prolific artist, Cheryl's work has been on display throughout the Southeast and across the country. Her works are found in both private and corporate collections. Cheryl Connelly currently resides in Hollywood, FL.

James Edward (Jimmy) Lee, born in Panama City, Florida, has drawn whatever was of interest to him from his earliest days -- steam trains, still life, birds, and nauticals. He has worked in pencil, pastels, oils, and watercolors. Jimmy was granted an Honorable Mention by Parents Magazine in 1950 by several judges that included Norman Rockwell. While in junior high and as a young adult, Jimmy studied with Florida artist and college professor, Louise Lingo Lewis. His college education was in the School of Engineering Technology and his 48 year business career was spent designing commercial kitchens. Always wanting to be exact, Jimmy is detail oriented as evident in his finished work.

Atlanta Native, Joseph Coggins, recently returned to Georgia after living in North Florida for over ten years. While in Florida, Joe's art was displayed in galleries and art shows in Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville Beach and St. Augustine. He loved painting the landscape of the North Florida and Georgia coastal regions, as well as the Spanish architecture of St. Augustine. In addition to painting, Joe became quite accomplished in photography. He also taught art in Jacksonville and Atlantic Beach, Florida. Joe began his career in Atlanta where he studied art at the Atlanta Art Institute and privately with Quida Canady and Constantin Chatov. While in Atlanta Joe taught art and painted professionally for more than 20 years. Joe continues to produce new work which is offered for sale through a network of shops and galleries.

Kate Sherrill

Having spent many years traveling and living in different parts of the world, I have always enjoyed discovering new places and people. Throughout these adventures, I have been inspired by people's stories, culture and natural surroundings to create pieces reflecting what I have observed and lived.

When I start a new piece, I have an idea of the direction in which I want to go. As I proceed, however, the piece might take another turn; the art ‘directing the artist’, if you will. This is an exciting aspect of the artistic process. 

My customers are from all origins and ages and will often tell me that a piece reminds them of someone or someplace. That is exactly how I feel when I create them. I enjoy those moments when people open up, and I see a smile on their face.