Wild Women Return

Celebrate Women’s History Month with “Wild Women”—a powerful exhibition showcasing the work of nine fearless and talented women artists from the Treasure Valley. These artists push creative boundaries, each bringing a unique voice and vision across a variety of styles and mediums. Their stories and artwork ignite inspiration, inviting you to explore the wild, bold, and beautiful spirit of their creativity.

Join us for an Art Talk & Reception on Thursday, February 27th—a free, interactive event where you can meet the artists, hear their stories, and gain insight into their creative process. Reception: 5–8 PM | Art Talk: 6:30 PM. The public is welcome!

Meet Our Featured Artists

Laurie Asahara was raised in Hawaii and grew up within the vivid floral palette of the lush tropics. Laurie’s art reflects her impressions of the areas of the Western U.S. where she has lived: Hawaii, the desert southwest, northern California, western Washington, and Idaho. https://laurieasahara.com/  

Emily Biethman graduated from the College of Idaho with a BFA and is our youngest participating artist. Working in acrylic and gold leaf, this collection of paintings highlight inspirational figures from history and present day.

Suzanne Lee Chetwood is a contemporary artist whose vibrant paintings greet you with light and radiant color. Chetwood studied fine art Pennsylvania’s School of Arts at Mercyhurst University and then moved to Boise, Idaho where she received a BFA in painting and ceramics from BSU in 1999. Her work has traveled to international shows and exhibitions as well as museum exhibitions. https://www.suzanneleechetwood.com/

 

Jessica Henry is a classically trained painter and illustrator from the Academy of Arts University in San Francisco where she first found her love of plein air painting. She has worked as a full time freelance illustrator and fine artist for over 10 years, loves new challenges, and can typically be found with her dog Rebel. https://jahenry-art.carbonmade.com/

 

Renae Hill uses watercolor to tell intricate stories about her subjects. Her watercolor paintings capture light, shadow and the rich blending of color to make stories come alive. “When you become an artist”, Renae says, “you see things in an extra dimension almost like an extra sense. You learn how to really see the world around you as you study shape, color and light”. https://www.renaehill.net/

 

Lauren Kistner As an Idaho native, she willingly admits to taking any dirt road to discover the secrets nature holds.  She has developed a deep fascination with geothermal activities, topography and other natural phenomenon.  You can see the influence of Idaho’s varied landscapes in the layers of paint to achieve ridges, ripples, peaks and valleys.  https://www.laurentkistner.com/

 

Tricia May  Working in her studio or on location, Tricia takes her inspiration from nature. “I would say my oil paintings are impressionistic with a contemporary flair”. Regardless of the subject matter, her focus is on the quality of light, movement, color harmony and a feeling of joy. https://www.triciamay.com/

 

Anne Sorenson Canadian-born Anne Watson Sorensen began painting over 25 years ago with watercolor as her specialty. A well-know Boise staple of the arts scene, Anne’s award-winning artwork is in public installations and private collections through the Treasure Valley and worldwide.  Her artwork “Funky Town 6” graces the Boise City Council Chambers as the backdrop. https://www.aesorensen.com/ 

The show concludes on April 27 with Artists Talk and Reception at Finer Frames from 5-8pm.