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Long Phi Tran | Artist of the Month Winner

A Definition of Art Criticism - Ink on paper

Blue Koi Winner Circle Long Phi Tran Artist of the Month | Winner |  February 2026 Artist locale: Vietnam | Title of work: A Definition of Art Criticism | Medium: Ink on paper Visit Website Back to Winners Circle

Anthony Murray

Discover the Winning Masterpiece Artwork title Anthony Murray  Title: Back To Square One Medium:  Sculpture Exhibition About the work:  I am uncertain what you would call a “Writers Block” for sculptors but it happens.  When it hits it feels like even works that are close to being completed seem out of reach.  The motivation and […]

Payton Thomas

Discover the Winning Masterpiece Payton Thomas Title: Campbell’s Soup Medium: Acrylic on Mat Board Artist Website About the Artwork: This artwork presents a bold, textured interpretation of the iconic Campbell’s Chicken NoodleSoup can, painted entirely with a palette knife. The thick application of paint creates a heavilylayered, tactile surface, giving the piece depth and movement. […]

Sheldon Goldman | Artist of the Month Winner

Blue Koi Winner Circle Sheldon Goldman Artist of the Month | Winner |  January 2026 Artist locale: Canada | Title of work: Now We Are Free | Medium: Acrylics on canvas Visit Website Back to Winners Circle

Interview with Oil Artist: Emily Valentine Hutton

Emily Valentine Hutton - Berries and Cream - Oil on canvas- https://valentinefinearts.com/

Interview with Winning Artist Emily Valentine Hutton “Finding Beauty in the Overlooked” Can you share a bit about your journey as an artist? What inspired you to start creating? I’ve always had a passion for the arts!  Even as a little girl I was always creating, whether drawing, painting, crafting or knitting.  My artistic career […]

Interview with Graphite Artist: Joni Wagner

Joni WagnerArtist Interview March 2025 Artist Locale: Florida, USA Medium: Graphite Pencil Artist Website Congratulations to Joni Wagner, the Winner of the Koi Artist Award February 2025! Can you share a bit about your journey as an artist? What inspired you to start creating? I have been drawing my whole life. I don’t think I […]

Jason Shih Solo Exhibition

Jason Shih Solo Exhibition Artist Locale: Taiwan, Taiwan Medium: Painted ABS, Cast bronze, Cast stainless steel and coated with titanium Artist Website Artist Statement  Jason Shih’s artistic vision is shaped by a diverse array of influences, fromcontemporary dance to avant-garde fashion. He cites German choreographer Pina Bausch and British designer Alexander McQueen as significant inspirations. Bausch’s […]