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We were privileged to also have Blake Barrios of the esteemed Blake Barrios & Rebellium Studio bring his love of philanthropy, vision, and expression to life, through the creation of the hand-painted magnum of the Zakin. Using oil paints, Blake created a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted rendering of Jan on a 2019 Magnum of Zakin Reserve wine. Barrios, often collaborating with non-profit foundations, musicians, athletes, and vintners, among others, is known to create a bottle that will fetch the highest bidding from discerning connoisseurs and art critics alike.

The renowned live artist Amy Burkman treated the audience to the speed paintings of both the front and back covers, of the ELYSIAN’s Fall 2022 “Travel & Technology” Issue. The longer painting, beginning with a blank canvas was transformed in front of an audience of over one hundred people over a two-hour span. Then, in ten minutes, to the cadence of music, the cover image took place before our eyes. Amy “speed pained” an upside-down painting which was turned right side up, to the audience’s surprise as they gasped at the remarkable composite of the front cover of Jan Zakin herself. A magical experience for everyone!

Artists working in any genre incorporate many influences into their work. We highlight here a selection of Asian American and Pacific Islander women whose careers exemplify dedication and inspiration, who share their hard work and life experiences with us in innovative ways. Their work is inspiring, and much of it can be experienced right on your phone or laptop.

This highly independent woman rejected marriage and motherhood for herself, but through her unique and wonderful Impressionist paintings and prints, a century later she remains the art world’s preeminent advocate of mothers, children, and family.

“Her work soothes the eye and touches the soul, inspiring viewers to reconnect with their own higher calling, their soulful longing . . . to remind them to deepen their…

Founder and owner of EVEY Fine Art in Palm Beach, Florida, CARLA BERENICE GROH is a citizen of the world who has developed a human rights element to who and what she is—personally as well as professionally. At ELYSIAN’S Spring 2022 Art and Design issue launch, Carla announced she was committing one half of the proceeds from the sale of Antonio Guerrero’s ten magnificent canvases to assist the more than five million Ukrainian refugees—

The Spring 2022 Issue of ELYSIAN magazine will have its “reveal” on March 5, 2022, in Palm Beach at the EVEY Fine Art. On the cover, and featured as one of ELYSIAN’S newest Inspiring Women, is California-based entrepreneur, interior designer, and HGTV host BREEGAN JANE. Also featured is CARLA BERENICE GROH, co-owner of EVEY Fine Art. “Palm Beach reminds me of St. Moritz,” says Carla. “It’s seasonal and small. You get to know the clientele, who are knowledgeable, sophisticated, and appreciate art.”

National Geographic photographer, Cristina Mittermeier, gives chase to worldwide cultures and environments knowing they will make beautiful photos.

Working with materials like bronze, rock concrete and glass, Debra Baxter creates enduring works devoted to the empowerment of women.

California songwriter pursues her music career in Nashville, publishing songs & signing contracts—all before graduation.

Since the Renaissance, Venice has been the seat of artistic and cultural exploration in Europe, so it’s fitting that the city plays host to the most glamorous international forum for contemporary art.

Two major themes — the documentation of Louisiana and political activism — run throughout Nell Campbell’s photographs.