Visuals by Ishara

05/03/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Steve Williams

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04/27/2026

As Tales from the World’s Garden: An Earthwork Journal comes to a close this week, I’ve been taking time to reflect on what this exhibition has meant to me.

This body of work holds moments of grounding, growth, and emotional processing. It was created over time, in different spaces, and carries pieces of my lived experience that I don’t always have words for.

I’m deeply grateful to Fresh A.I.R. Gallery for the opportunity, the support, and the space to hold this work, and to everyone who showed up, engaged, asked questions, and allowed themselves to connect with it. Those moments meant a lot.

As the exhibition closes this Friday, May 1, there is still time to experience it in person.

For those who have felt connected to specific pieces, all works are available for purchase through the gallery or by contacting me directly. I would love for these pieces to continue their journey in spaces where they can be seen, felt, and lived with.

04/22/2026

I've always wanted to do a shoot here so if you have too, let's chat!

Hey soon to be grads and prom goers, are you still searching for a photo location? 📸

We offer indoor space rentals for prom and senior pictures! You bring the camera, we provide the backdrop. Call ahead to schedule at least two weeks in advance for policies and availability. Sessions are $75 for an hour and a half and can accommodate up to six people, including the photographer.

Prefer something quick and easy? Our outdoor spaces are always open for photos with no reservation needed!

04/20/2026

Book covers need designers!!!!!

If you are writing a book, let a real person (like me 😉) design the cover so it truly represents your story and resonates with your audience.

Now booking design consults!

04/04/2026

I opened my first solo gallery exhibition.

As a solo exhibiting artist, this moment meant more than just showing work. It meant standing inside something I’ve been building for years and sharing it for the first time.

My sons were there to witness it with me. That part matters the most to me.

I was honored with a proclamation from the Ohio State senate and received support from NAMI, which deeply aligns with the purpose behind this work and the work I've been doing all these years.

This exhibition is still open through May 1, and all pieces are available.

If you’re in Columbus, I’d love for you to experience it in person.

“Tales from the World’s Garden: An Earthwork Journal” now on view at Fresh A.I.R Gallery on North High Street in Downtown Columbus Ohio

❤️

03/25/2026

The last 4 months have flown by and I am so excited to finally get to see all of the hard work and dedication in physical form in this Gallery space. I'm excited to share my latest body of work with a completely new audience, and I appreciate all of the people who have helped me get to this point. If you've ever shared my post showed up to my shows. Sent me kind words. Just know you have a special place in my heart and I will always appreciate you 🫶🏾 If you're in the downtown Columbus area on April 1st at 5:30, I would love to see you.

03/17/2026

Tales from the World’s Garden: An Earthwork Journal” opens April 1st in Columbus, Ohio. 🌿

This body of work has been developing over time, through moments of grounding, observation, and learning how to be present with both beauty and complexity in nature.

This exhibition means a lot to me. It’s not just about the images...it’s about the process behind them, and what it takes to bring that work into a physical space.

While the gallery supports the exhibition itself, travel and installation costs are part of what I carry as an artist. To make this sustainable, I’m releasing a limited edition series of 11x14 prints connected to this show.

If you’ve been following my work and have ever considered collecting a piece, this is a meaningful way to support while also owning part of this body of work.

📍 Opening: April 1, 5:30 PM
📍 Fresh A.I.R. Gallery, Columbus, OH
🖼 On view through May 1

If you’re interested in prints or would like early access, comment “PRINT” or send me a message and I’ll share what’s available.

Thank you for continuing to support the work in all the ways you do...it truly matters 🫶

03/06/2026

As I get closer to the opening of this exhibition, I’ve been thinking a lot about how many people have supported my work over the years, whether that was by showing up, sharing a post, offering encouragement, or collecting a piece.

For this show, I’ll be offering a small series of 11x14 limited edition prints from the collection for anyone who would like to support the exhibition or take a piece of the work home with them.

Each print will be $65 and part of a limited edition series. Purchasing a print helps support the exhibition and future projects.

I’ve attached the images that will be available as prints so you can take a look through the collection.

If something speaks to you, feel free to reach out. And if not, sharing the post or simply coming to the opening means just as much.

Exhibition Opening:
April 1, 2026
5:30pm
Fresh A.I.R. Gallery
Columbus, OH

I’m really looking forward to sharing this work with everyone.

Thank you for continuing to support my creative journey.

— Ishara

02/23/2026

I had the privilege to participate in hip hop, a black tie fair for the third year in a row over the weekend and I love that it continues to grow and evolve. Congratulations to the winners and a huge thank you to the Wheeling YWCA, the stifle Fine Arts Center s and all of their sponsors for putting on such a great event. The works included were absolutely amazing and a reflection of the times.

It also put me in a place where I'm reflecting and acknowledging the space that I am in and have been in 2026 especially as I'm preparing for Tales from the World's Garden to open. I won't tell my whole story on an Instagram post, but what I will say is that I've gotten to exercise my judgment and discernment in a lot of areas this year. I'm grateful to say I've gotten to get a deep understanding of what community and friendship actually are and what they look like to me. I've also gained clarity on the direction that I want to take my life.

Pittsburgh, McKees Rocks, I miss Y'all, I love you all, y'all have a special place in my heart, 🫶🏾❤️You're not perfect but you're progressing. Just know if you're fighting the good fight, I see you and I appreciate you. We'll see each other soon.

01/09/2026

A moment from 2024.

Fire poi performance by Solstice, filmed during the BTBSN Creative Apprenticeship Program: Eszquire x Friends Tour.

Sharing now as part of honoring the work that was created: movement, focus, and fire captured in real time.

01/06/2026

Beginning preparations for my first upcoming solo gallery exhibition this spring.

It's got me returning to earlier work, sitting with what still feels alive, and letting the process unfold slowly.