Dedicated Instructor & Artistic Spirit
Meet Our Artists
Our team of experienced artists and instructors are dedicated to bringing out the creativity in every participant. With a passion for art and a commitment to guidance, they ensure a joyful experience for all ages. Meet the talented individuals who make The Joyful Palette Art Salon a vibrant and welcoming space for artistic expression.
My name is Steven VanDeVanater. I am an artistic soul with a profound passion for art and music. A proud graduate of Herron School of Art, I earned a bachelor's degree in fine arts, honing my skills in oil painting and art history. As a versatile creator, I love not only painting, but sculpting, handmaking wood projects, and graphic design for bands, showcasing my abilities to blend visual arts with music. As a vocalist and songwriter for the rock band Agents of the Apocalypse, I channel my creativity into powerful performances, making a significant mark in both the visual and music arts. My talents reflect a deep love for expression and innovation in every project I undertake!
You can find my art work at the Full Circle Nine Gallery in Indianapolis, IN.
I'm Erica, also known as Ms. Maskskins' Dreams, the visionary behind handmade masks and a variety of other creative endeavors.
I’ve always had a fascination with Halloween and everything eerie, so I began experimenting with my daughter’s Halloween makeup when she was little. When she decided she no longer wanted to sit through my makeup sessions, it ignited my passion for crafting handmade masks and other unique items.
I love crafting masks, constantly exploring innovative design ideas for them and it provides me with the opportunity to express my creativity through hands-on work. Creating something that brings laughter, evokes a sense of creepiness, or inspires others fills me with joy.
My range of quirky masks assures to satisfy any theme and are not only created as a unique one of a kind piece of art to be worn with a fabulous Halloween outfit, but can also be displayed. Keep an eye out for more masks and crafts popping up in my shop soon.
If you would like Ms. Maskskins’ Dreams to create you a custom mask based on your own ideas, we would love to hear from you!
