Like Rafael, Adam Austin was driven as a young child to strive for excellence in his artwork. He would devote his life to attempt to capture life and illustrate his environment. His dedication and perseverance has lead to numerous productions influenced by New Orleans culture. Born in the late 80&

Philadelphia-area abstract painter Ellen Priest has used jazz as the subject for her layered, collaged paintings since 1990.  Most recently, she completed a four-year body of work titled, “Jazz: Edward Simon’s ‘Venezuelan Suite’ #1