Artist Spotlight

4 Artists Living in Nashville

These four artists living in Nashville create art in four different ways. Given their unique life experiences and artistic journeys, we’d expect nothing less! From exciting and urban to imaginative and fascinating, we’re looking at how these artists are influenced, or not, by residing in the Music City.

With legendary country music, mouthwatering barbecue, and a lively nightlife scene, Nashville is an exciting southern destination. It makes sense that artists calling this musical place home would be inspired by their legendary environment. While we often see Nashville artwork highlighting the famous Broadway Street or showcasing the Grand Ole Opry, artists can find inspiration in a variety of places. Sometimes, where you’re from drives what you create, but that’s not always the case.

From astronauts to floral patterns, the work from these artists can bring intricate charm, joyous delight, and more types of vibes to your space. Whether you prefer captivating photography or pen and ink creations, keep scrolling to find a new favorite artist.

1. Jonathan Ross Photography   

Jonathan Ross’ photography features landscapes, nature, and other views in different places. Honing on his surroundings, his Nashville photos depict mesmerizing, sunset cityscapes, reflective waters, and the bright lights radiating from buildings. Aside from his Nashville focused photographs, he also captures natural scenery in other areas of the United States, pulling us into refreshing captivation.

From the beautiful moon over Nashville to the sun going down on the skyline, we think his artwork can be a great way to add exciting, urban energy to your space.

Click here to see all of Jonathan Ross Photography’s artwork available on iCanvas.


2. Valentina Harper 

A Venezuelan artist based in Nashville, Valentina Harper’s pen and ink art features animals, flowers, and other patterned pieces. While we can see some subtle Nashville influence in her creations of guitars and folksy themes, there’s no obvious reference to the city itself. Whether it’s a beautiful wild creature or an inspirational saying, we love the positive energy each print has.

From the Tennessee state flower and bird to a whimsical mix of flowers and birds, we think her artwork can be a wonderful way to add intricate and charming vibes to your space.

Click here to see all of Valentina Harper’s artwork available on iCanvas.


3. Jason Brueck 

Combining elements of light and dark, good and evil, and life and death, Jason Brueck’s digital creations feature eye-catching surreal scenes. With no obvious Nashville influence in his art, he instead incorporates astronauts, flames, birds, and butterflies in natural and adventurous settings. No matter if it’s a classic art piece reimagined or dreamlike places, we’re amazed by the way he blurs the lines between real and surreal.

From an astronaut lost in Colorado to a pin-up girl in the Birth of Venus, we think his artwork can be a great way to add imaginative and fascinating energy to your space. 

Click here to see all of Jason Brueck’s artwork available on iCanvas.


4. Camille Engel 

Seeking to capture the richness of life, Camille Engel’s oil paintings incorporate the beauty of nature around us. While her paintings don’t indicate any Nashville specific imagery, they instead dive into scenes with colorful birds, books, and other charming animals. Whether it’s a winged friend bursting through the canvas or a critter resting on a branch, every detail pulls us in.

From a close encounter with a hummingbird to a sweet portrait of a bulldog, we think her artwork can be a lovely way to add joyful and delightful energy to your space.

Click here to see all of Camille Engel’s artwork available on iCanvas.


Want to see even more? Click here to check out all the artists available on iCanvas, or click here if you’re interested in seeing more art featuring Nashville.

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