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Artists Profiles: History, Company and Artwork

Learn more about the companies that are driven by an artist and their dream. From holiday to pottery collectibles - it's their passion that drives them to create. They create, we enjoy!


Contemporary Artists and Folk Artists
Learn more about the contemporary folk artists that we love to collect.

Sheila Bentley
If you love whimsical folk art, dolls and holiday collectibles -- Sheila Bentley is one artist to check out.


Love Halloween -- check out Scott Smith's amazing artwork.


Michael has ventured into Halloween and what a happy journey that is for the collector.


Collecting Winton Designs
Don Winton Collectors have a wide range to pick from - they can look for whimsical cookie jars to bronze busts of the world's leaders. Winton knew from the young age of five that he wanted to be a sculptor and he was someone that was able to live his dream, never retiring, continuing to sculpt up until the time he passed away.

Mary Rose Young Pottery: Facts, Trivia and Collectibles
Mary Rose Young pottery is for those who love the quirky and humor in their art.

Matthew Kirscht -- Vintage Holiday Artist
Connie Porcher, of Celebrate365, interviews folk artist Matthew Kirscht and shares the story about his art, inspirations and where his works can be seen.

Pipka Collectibles
Find out more about Pipka and the wonderful Santas she creates.

Williraye Studios
Learn more about Bobbe and Jeff Williraye and their folks art available through Coyne's & Company.


If you love the look of folk art or the fun of whimsical artwork, take a look at the work of Paul Gordon. For over 25 years he has been producing amazing artwork that has delighted collectors across the country.


Sparkly paper-mache figures made from antique molds make Teena Flanner's Originals stand out from the crowd. Once you've seen them, you'll be able to pick out which one is a Teena design. The simple, sweet designs are a treat to own and very affordable.




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