Purple Onion Artists
Almost all of our artists live local to the Purple Onion or have strong connections to the area and often their work reflects the surrounding community. We have a variety of landscapes, florals, portraits and still life work. We expect you’ll find something you love so much you’ll want to take it home with you.
A special thank you to each and every one of our artists and their contribution to enhancing the overall vibe of the Purple Onion – our favorite gathering place.
Kristen Mode
Kristen Mode creates vibrant, abstract art inspired by nature and the Appalachian Mountains, using her work to foster environmental awareness and connection.
Bonnie Bardos
Discover the poetic, nature-inspired art of Bonnie Bardos, a multidisciplinary artist blending painting, sculpture, and verse to explore beauty and transformation.
Vicki Van Vynckt
Discover the art of Vicki Van Vynckt, inspired by nature and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore her landscapes, dreamscapes, and abstract works in oils and inks.
Ella Cart
Explore the vibrant, nature-inspired art of Ella Cart—blending landscapes, wildlife, and bold abstractions that celebrate beauty, transformation, and creativity.
John Albrecht
John Albrecht captures the beauty of nature in vibrant oil paintings, blending plein air technique with precision and a lifelong passion for visual art.