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Vanessa Aguilar
Vanessa Aguilar was born and raised in Maryland - and proud of it! She enjoys painting, singing, writing, and dancing...essentially all forms of art! Her favorite outlets are anything art related, as it allows her to De-stress, and create something personal at the same time. She loves to read novels and photograph nature in her spare time. She is an animal lover (she has a dog at home) and is also a vegan. She loves, loves, loves to cook for friends and family as a side hobby. Seeing people gathered around satisfied is a wonderful feeling when you can contribute to it!
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Clare Bain
Clare is a proud Terp, who graduated from the University of Maryland College Park, Honors College, with her BA in Studio Art. She also has a history in scenic art production after spending 5 years painting, sculpting, and texturing sets for dance and theater productions at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center. Her work is primarily focused on storytelling through portraits and figure drawing, but she is currently experimenting with various new mediums and subjects. Clare finds it most rewarding when she can help people discover their hidden artistic talents, and she hopes to pursue a career in art therapy.
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Lauren McFarland
Lauren "Farly" is a KCMO native and so excited for the new adventures in Maryland. After graduating from the University of Missouri - Columbia, she has fulfilled multiple roles in the aviation industry including videographer, video editor, marketing and advertising. During her free time, Farly continuously tries to strengthen her techniques within her personal creations of charcoal portraiture, yet loves to explore different mediums. Always with a smile on her face and that Midwestern charm, she looks forward to having you come to Muse and discover your inner artist!
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Joseph De Joya
Joseph is a passionate artist who was born in the Philippines. His family moved to the suburbs of Maryland when he was seven in pursuit of a better future. Joseph's family nurtured his love for the arts at young age through frequent visits to art museums and galleries. He owes gratitude to his professors for helping him find his voice as an artist and developing his artistic abilities. Joseph received a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art in general fine arts with a concentration in painting. In 2014, Joseph had an opportunity to train and study painting and restoration techniques under Roberta Lapucci in Florence, Italy. He loves to share his knowledge of art with anyone who is willing to listen and hopes that others have a great time unleashing their creativity at Muse.
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Nicole Zelof
Nicole is an open, genuine, and easily excitable individual with a seering passion for art, theatre, cosplay, horrendously ill-timed dark humor, and sweets. Some of her favorite pastimes are watching sunsets/anime, attending concerts, and having fake interviews in the shower. Please feel free to talk to her about anything! She loves meeting new people.
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Alana Yap
Alana is currently a student at Maryland Institute College of Art. After working in the professional field, she decided to return to school and pursue her passion, painting. Her work is inspired by the relationship we have with nature and the desire we have to connect with other living systems. She enjoys the country life and slow, simple living. At Muse, Alana hopes to foster creativity and help people of all ages reach their creative potential.
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Kristin Miller
Kristin Miller is Maryland born and raised. She went to Towson University for her B.S. in both Art Education and Art and Design, with a minor in Theater. Along with her deep-routed love for the arts, in her free time she enjoys painting, cosplay, and playing with her friend's cats.
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Jonathan Wood
Jonathan Wood is a passionate Marylander who loves to be outdoors with his bare feet touching the earth. His artist instinct was nurtured at a young age, two great-grandmothers who were themselves artists. Jonathan studied painting and art history and earned his Bachelor's degree from Hartwick College (Oneonta, NY). Now, after a successful 15-year career as a fundraiser for Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and two DC-area nonprofits, Jonathan is a working artist and teacher. "I believe I have a responsibility as an artist to nurture the creative process in myself and others, to enrich the heart, expand the mind, and use creative expression to help make our world a better place." In addition to helping customers at Muse Paintbar Gaithersburg get their hands dirty and have a good time, Jonathan leads group/private art instruction for children and adults (including individuals on the Autism spectrum). He makes his home in Silver Spring, Maryland with his husband and dog.
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