Artist Bios

India Hines: India Hines is a self-taught artist born in Denver, CO, and raised in Indianapolis, IN. From a young age, India has viewed art as a vital outlet for their thoughts and emotions, always dreaming of becoming a full-time artist. They primarily work with ink, watercolor, and occasionally oil paints. Inspired by spirituality and the power of the subconscious mind, India employs intuitive strokes and lines to create figurative faces using organic shapes. Their work reflects a personal journey of growth and healing amidst societal pressures, celebrating resilience, identity, and love.

India's artistic process is deeply meditative, often beginning with a quiet reflection that allows their subconscious to guide their hand. This method results in pieces that are not only visually striking but also rich with emotional depth and personal significance. Each artwork serves as a narrative, telling stories of overcoming adversity and embracing one's true self.

In addition to their solo work, India actively participates in community art projects and exhibitions, believing in the power of art to bring people together and foster a sense of shared humanity. They have been featured in several local galleries and continue to push the boundaries of their craft, always seeking new ways to express the complexities of the human experience.

India's dedication to their art is matched only by their commitment to personal growth and self-discovery, making their work a continuous exploration of both the inner and outer worlds.

Tasanee Durrett: Durrett is an abstract figurative visual artist whose work explores identity and connectivity through the lens of her Black human experience and architectural background. After escaping an abusive relationship, painting became her outlet for emotional release and reclaiming her true self, leading to national exhibitions and accolades. Durrett currently lives and works in Florida, using her art to empower marginalized narratives and facilitate cross-cultural healing.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Nandi Jordan: Trained as a sociologist and self-taught as an artist, Nandi Jordan’s work weaves the personal with the cultural and historical, creating thought-provoking juxtapositions of image and text. She found her way to art and media while earning her doctorate in sociology, often repurposing seminal texts and personal images as a way of finding her own visual language.