About the Artist

Hollis Machala 

I received my Bachelor of Arts in interior design from, the former, Mount Ida College in 2006. After several years of working in lighting design and several years in graphic design, I began to develop an interest in watercolor painting. I spent four years mentoring under Award Winning Architectural Illustrator and Watercolor Painter, Frank M. Costantino, where my interest turned into a passion.

I’ve been self-taught since then. I currently explore balance in my work both with materials and in subjects. I enjoy realism, but am always searching for new ways to paint watercolor and design unique art pieces, such as my laser cut art puzzles. I am drawn to and renewed by nature, photography, and food for my paintings inspirations.