ABOUT THE ARTIST
Lady Van Tiger
Some of her most well-known works include the award-winning mural at Ft. Massac Museum in Southern Illinois, the historical murals of Metropolis, Illinois, a river mural on the floodwall at Paducah, Kentucky that is over 1700 ft. long (considered the longest, continuous mural in the world), murals at Hawaiian Resorts, including the Ritz Carlton and No Ho Nani, both on Maui, as well as the Kearns Mansion in Park City, Utah. Other significant artistic work includes religious paintings, theatrical set design and construction, and several public sculptures.
Van Tiger's love of the Artist's Life has produced additional art legacy through teaching art via specific venues. Many Public Art Awards and Grants have funded guided mural projects (working as Master Muralist over hundreds of students and apprentices assigned to each project); including 9 Mural Project Grants from the State of Kentucky, and Fine Art Program Grants from the State of Utah.
During her tenure for two years, as the featured artist of the Art School at Kapalua at the Ritz Carlton Resort on Maui; she taught artists from across the globe. Her students include such prodigies as Robert Held, who now owns and operates the largest art glass studio in Canada, employing over 30 artists; and Anthony Carabucci, celebrated oil painter.
The inventor of The Painter's Harp, as well as SongPaint art events, Lady Van Tiger encourages art as a healing way to de-stress and experience more joy in life.
"Art is a way of life, and also a way of seeing that can fuel inner strength, uplifting the human soul," Van Tiger says. "We all need roots in creative pursuits and the enjoyment of beauty. It refreshes our minds and hearts and helps us cope with all that life demands."
Although she recently had to close the brick n mortar gallery and studios, Papillon Resurrection Art Gallery; Van Tiger is working on several book projects, has an exciting new art print product "glass art prints with ambient lighting," and is setting the groundwork for the new dream of soon opening another brick n mortar establishment--this time a Museum and gift shop. "This year, I am focused on producing several book products and look forward to planning "The Museum of Impossible Things" which will feature interactive artworks."
While working in the Nashville, TN area recently, Van Tiger developed her innovative Wall Whispers Effects and Mural Designs, which incorporate artwork with wall and upholstery surfaces to bring a fresh harmony to interior spaces.
Lady Van Tiger has worked most of her life as a professional artist and Master Muralist. Her mural at
Ft Massac Museum garnered a USA Congressional Letter of Commendation.
With many decades of vast artistic experiences,
Van Tiger has painted hundreds of murals and completed other artworks, across the USA.