Bruce White Gallery will be hosting the 1 PM panel discussion in the Mid-America Room (Suite 86) during the Art Walk at MDC event on Friday, March 22. Hear from these six Metro-Detroit based artists making waves in the city's art scene and be sure to visit them during the Open House portion of the event from 11:30 AM - 1:45 PM in Suite 97:
Mike Han
Artistic Style: Modern Vandalism Calligraphic Painting
Detroit-based artist and designer Mike Han blends his Korean heritage, graffiti influences, and modern design ethos to create dynamic, meditative artwork exploring themes of sustainability and community. His work has graced prestigious venues like Pitti Uomo in Italy and Bloomingdale’s flagship store in NYC. With murals for Google, Ford, and LinkedIn, and artwork in notable collections including Mercedes Benz and Shinola Hotel, Han's impact extends globally. An advocate for the arts, he's served as awards juror for ArtPrize and Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, hosted workshops, and raised over $300k for nonprofits through art sales.
Shannon Fody
Artistic Style: Figurative Realism. Charcoal, Graphite, Oil
Shannon Fody, a contemporary realist from Royal Oak, Michigan, earned her BFA from Laguna College of Art & Design in 2017. She refines her craft through workshops with acclaimed artists like Joseph Todorovitch and Sean Cheetham, drawing inspiration particularly from Vadim Zanginian. Shannon's tonal approach, developed under Zanginian's mentorship, blurs the line between abstraction and representation. Her highly realistic yet nuanced work highlights the beauty of material application and the interplay of mediums.
Jesse Kassel
Artistic Style: Illustrative Work on Paper & Canvas. Muralist
Jesse Kassel is a Detroit based illustrator and muralist also working in studio practices including painting, collage and furniture construction. His work can be seen across Michigan and beyond from NYC to Washington state. In addition to large-scale mural commissions, Kassel’s illustration work has been printed in numerous publications in the US, Europe and Asia.
James Oscar Lee
Artistic Style: Abstract, Acrylic & Oil on Canvas
James Oscar Lee is a Detroit-based painter that infuses vibrant abstract styles with figurative gestures, crafting narratives within disrupted landscapes. Each stroke, like a composer's note, is meticulously placed, guided by the avant-garde sounds of local and renowned musicians. His art has been the focus of several solo exhibits locally including Margins Of Error and Null Account, while group shows span from Miami to Toronto. His art has even earned international accolades earning residencies as far as World of Co in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Nathan Facciolla
Artistic Style: Wood Sculpture. Realism & Abstract
Nathan Facciolla is a master wood sculptor renowned for his breathtakingly realistic three-dimensional creations. With an innate passion for the art of shaping wood, he meticulously crafts each sculpture, capturing the essence of his subjects with remarkable detail and precision. Hailing from the Motor City, Nathan's connection to Detroit runs deep, having honed his craft in the automotive industry as a clay sculptor for over two decades. He holds a BFA from the College for Creative Studies, specializing in transportation design.
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Javier (Javi) Paricio
Artistic Style: Fine Art Photography
Born in Barcelona, Javi Paricio discovered his passion for photography early on, eventually transitioning from engineering to the auto industry in Michigan. Evolving his style over the years, he found inspiration in Detroit's streets, capturing its dynamic energy through street photography. His focus shifted to wide-angle black-and-white shots, highlighting the city's contrasts—where modernity meets decay, and the bustling streets contrast with abandoned corners, showcasing the Motor City's diverse character.
