Todd Salat (Aurora Hunter) & Marisa Phasomsap:
Todd Salat - Aurora Hunter (photography)
(Website: www.aurorahunter.com)
Marisa Phasomsap
(Instagram: @marisa.p.art)
Marisa is also our in-house artist!
My name is Marisa Phasomsap, I live in Seward, Alaska, and I am 17 years old. I am born and raised in Alaska, and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else. I have been creating art for as long as I can remember. My parents still have art pieces I made when I was five hanging on the wall, and each time I look at it, it reminds me of how much I’ve grown. My art has always reflected my home and the beauty around me. My favorite subjects to paint are the animals of Alaska and the amazing landscapes. I grew up playing in the mud, snag fishing, hiking, and camping under stars, so when I make my art, I try to capture those nostalgic feelings with each brushstroke I make.
Each time I start a new piece, I ALWAYS make myself a cup of tea. That is the only type of planning I do; everything after that is just following my gut and having fun. Something to remember is that there will always be haters and people who want to tear you down. The important thing is as long as you’re happy with your work and you feel satisfied, no one else’s opinions matter.
