#SDCreatives: the local artists who inspire us

Through a mix of mediums, formats and perspectives local artists illuminate the unknown, color the previously black-and-white and add depth to our understanding of our surroundings, our lives, circumstances and more. Through our research process for the Thought provokers series we’ve come across so many works of art that have inspired us and we’d like to share some of those great examples of visual and performing arts, photography and other creative works with you below.

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Smelling the roses 🌹

A post shared by Alayna Herrera (@lightframephoto) on Feb 19, 2019 at 1:04pm PST

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It was pretty chilly during yesterday’s shoot, but this momma is due in JUST 30 days!! • • • #maternityphotography #maternitysession #maternity #maternitygown #murrietamaternityphotographer #temeculamaternityphotographer #coronamaternityphotographer #menifeematernityphotographer #socalmaternityphotographer #socalphotographer #coronaphotographer #temeculaphotographer #murrietaphotographer #canon #likeforlikes #like4likes #like4follow #likes #instalike #likeforlike #shootandshare

A post shared by Madison Bailey (@craven.baileysphotography) on Feb 20, 2019 at 9:30am PST

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Several months ago I placed two blank canvases on either side of my fireplace hoping for the perfect inspiration for my next paintings. They stayed there so long that I titled them Snowstorm I and II for inquisitive guests. Then another autoimmune flare-up took over and I spent the next few months unable to paint or be social. Many days were spent on the sofa staring at those blank canvases. Alas, this is the first painting I have completed in months. And thanks to finding a wonderful functional doctor I believe the other blank canvas has a future.

A post shared by paulaprass (@paulaprass) on Sep 13, 2018 at 5:40am PDT

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Throwback to these fun, playful lovebirds’ wedding! 😊 We had such a great time shooting their special day!

A post shared by San Diego Photography Duo (@apmendezphoto) on Nov 29, 2018 at 8:56pm PST

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Had wayyyyy too much fun cruising around Mammoth with these two & their pups yesterday! They were such troopers in the freezing cold but omg was it worth it!!! ❄️ Can’t wait to share sooo much more of these cuties soon! 💫 . . . #coritaylorphotography #elopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #socalweddingphotographer #socalelopementphotographer #mammothlakesweddingphotographer #mammothlakeselopementphotographer #monolakeweddingphotographer #monolakeelopementphotographer #tahoeweddingphotographer #tahoeelopementphotographer #easternsierraweddingphotographer #easternsierraelopementphotographer #wanderingweddings #loveandwildhearts #wildlyinlovee #wildandcrazylove #adventurouslovestories #heywildweddings #adventurouslovers #elopementlove #wildspontaneouslove #radstorytellers #freespiritedbrides #forthewildlovers #theweddingbliss #weddingpioneer #engagedlife

A post shared by SoCal Wedding Photographer (@coritaylorphoto) on Feb 24, 2019 at 8:40am PST

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Portrait Jimi Hendricks – Digital Painting Had a bit of a caffeine high this morning and decided to paint a legend. #digitalart #art #artistsoninstagram #digitalpainting #photoshop #madewithwacom #wacom #portraitpainting #popculture #icon #legend #rocklegend #jimihendrix #dailyart #dowhatyoulove

A post shared by The Art of Hristian Djokic (@hristian_djokic) on Feb 19, 2019 at 11:56am PST

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The oh so lovely, @ellalucille and @mattklancic overlooking the ocean for their first look . . . #love #noiva #bride #groom #weddingday #weddingdress #weddingphotography #weddingphotographer #bridal #weddinginspiration #bridetobe #instawedding #weddings #marriage #bridesmaids #weddingideas #weddinggown #engaged #engagement #weddingplanner #ido #theknot #weddingphoto #weddingplanning #weddingparty #brideandgroom #ceremony #weddingcake #instawed #celebration

A post shared by Ryan & Emily Burhop (@emry_photography) on Feb 12, 2019 at 4:35pm PST

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Loving these home sessions… Sweet baby O – week 2 . . . #kids #sandiegophotographer #sandiegokidsphotographer #sandiegobabyphotographer #clickingmoms #familysessionsandiego #familysessions #letthekids #sandiegochildrenphotographer  #sdnewbornphotographer #sandiego #california #sdphotographer #maternity #pregnancy #maternitysession #newbornsandiego #familyphotographer #babyphotographer #fresh48 #hospitalphotographer #scripps #scrippslajolla #marybirtch

A post shared by Danielly Prestes Photography (@daniellyprestes) on Dec 10, 2018 at 10:49am PST

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Working with a little mixed media. Unfortunately I ended up covering most of the base I started with. 🙄Maybe next one I’ll reach my goal of thoughtfully leaving much of the underpainting. Experimenting with gouache under and graphite touches at finish line. 5×7” on uart 280 paper. • • • • #landscapepainting #softpastel #pastelpainting #mixedmediapainting #californialandscape #studioart #studioartist #onmyeasel #sennelier #unisoncolour #blueearthpastels #schmincke_official #greatamericanartworks

A post shared by Patricia Prescott Sueme (@prescottstudio) on Feb 17, 2019 at 3:07pm PST

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Good news folks.. It’s Friday mañana!💃

A post shared by Bryana Likes Photography (@bryanalikesphotography) on Nov 29, 2018 at 5:57pm PST

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Parkway Drive at the Hollywood Palladium. Hollywood, CA. USA. Thanks @parkwaydriveofficial @winstontmc ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #parkwaydrive #hardcore #heavymusic #hollywoodpalladium #reverencenorthamericantour2018 #epitaphrecords #bbhc #roamrage #roamrageyphotography #fujifilm #fujixt2 #concertphoto #concertphotographer #musicphoto #musicphotography #gigphotography #livemusicphotography #onstage #ontour #bestmusicshots #liveauthentic #shows #musiclover #livephotography #stagelights

A post shared by Roam Rage Photography (@roamragephotography) on Oct 14, 2018 at 3:08pm PDT

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One of my favorite images from this gorgeous maternity session. You just can't beat that golden hour glow! . . . . #sandiegomaternity #sandiegomaternityshoot #sandiegomaternityphotographer #lajollamaternityphotographer #carlsbadmaternityphotographer #babybump #maternitystyle #pregnancy #pregnancyshoot #sandiegofamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #goldenhour #mommytobe #mamatobe #lightinspired #motherhood #momanddad #pregnancyphotos #baobabphotography

A post shared by San Diego Photographer (@baobabphotography) on Feb 1, 2019 at 9:25am PST

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Clancy the German shepard's pet portrait is complete! 5 inch wood canvas painting fits in your hand. Great gift idea for your pet-loving friend, family, or yourself! #pet_portraits_by_lisa #petportraits #germanshepardsofinstagram #dogslife🐶 #doge #acrylicpainting #woodworking #woodcanvas #lagunaniguel #lagunabeach #missionviejo

A post shared by Lisa Hershman (@pet_portraits_by_lisa) on Dec 9, 2018 at 3:11pm PST

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#abstract #modernartgallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #abstractpainting #wallart #walldecor #elledecor #anthropologiehome #verandamag #ralphlaurenhome #interiormagazine #interiordesigner #artcollector #artcurator #artdealer #londonartgallery #nycartgallery #laartgallery #parisartgallery #parisgallery #nycgallery #laartist #californiaartist #lagunabeachartist #lagunabeachgallery #lagunabeachart #contemporaryartgallery #contemporaryart #blackandwhitepainting #housebeautiful

A post shared by Jennifer Lee (@jenniferlee.art) on Dec 21, 2018 at 4:24pm PST

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Joyce with flowers and a cat in the mix #cat #flowers #colorful #glitter #kitty #nameart #letterart #prettyflowers #gardenart #garden #brushart #brush #art #gift #painting

A post shared by @ artist_blok on Apr 7, 2018 at 8:05am PDT

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So many beautiful moments with this beautiful couple❤️

A post shared by Shanna Kaycee Photography (@shannakayceephotography) on Nov 3, 2018 at 12:06pm PDT

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Lil tree today on @barn_andrew @dynamiccolor For tattoo inquiry: townsendtattoos@gmail.com or text

A post shared by Jack R. Townsend (@townsendtattoos) on May 30, 2018 at 10:53pm PDT

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Healed work on Israel by @ricardo_sval #inkfatuation #inkfatuationtattoo #inkfatuationtattooandbodypiercing #healedtattoo #california #tattoo #original #art

A post shared by DaisyMae OHalliday (@daisymaeohalliday) on Jun 10, 2018 at 4:27pm PDT

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2nd session in the books , 1 more to go 💉💉 #HEartistMovement • • • • For appointments, DM me or email: teeknow16gmail.com • • • • #polynesiantattoo #tribal #tribaltattoo #tat #tatu#dynamic #intenze #Teeknow #fuzionink #tattoos #inked #art #tattooed #tattoo #artist #inkedup #design #tatted #black #tatua #fkirons #traditionaltattoo #blackandgrey #polynesian #polynesia #Original

A post shared by Valentino Luafalemana (@teeknow) on Feb 17, 2019 at 6:25pm PST

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While we try to teach our children all about life , our children teach us what life is all about ! . . #melissawisemanphotography . . #wildhairandhappyhearts #love #lettherebelight #familylove #familygoals #thehappynow #thehappylife #thebloomforum #thehonestlens #theheartcaptured #themindfulapproach #beunraveled #thesincerestoryteller #dearphotographer #lemonadeandlenses #lensesandlattes #socalphotographer #socal #familyphotography #familyphotoshoot #clicknmoms #clickmagazine #clicklovegrow #boldemotionalcolorful #documentinglife #yourockphotographers #losangelesphotographer #photooftheday #photographyislifee

A post shared by Melissa Wiseman Photography (@melissawisemanphotography) on Jan 29, 2019 at 7:50pm PST

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All smiles for Margie & Ben.

A post shared by Michael Ryu (@michaelryu) on Feb 8, 2019 at 4:29pm PST

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“Nights storm” @zealoptics @7till8wetsuits

A post shared by Jordan Stempson (@jordanstempson) on Feb 12, 2019 at 6:01pm PST

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Beach portal Merry Christmas to all who celebrate tonight!!!!

A post shared by Noel Besuzzi (@imoments) on Dec 24, 2018 at 9:21pm PST

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Seriously love this girl so much!! Beautiful on the inside and out💕

A post shared by April Keller (@april.keller.photography) on Sep 28, 2018 at 1:54pm PDT

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happiest baby!! #melissavosslerphotography . . . . . #northcarolinaphotographer #raleighfamilyphotographer #raleighlifestylephotographer #clickinmom #familyphotographer #lifestylephotographer #kidsphotographer #childrensphotographer #raleighphotographer #cutekids #reallife #family #familycaptured #familyphotos #newbornphotographer

A post shared by Melissa Vossler Photography (@melissavosslerportraits) on Jan 27, 2018 at 6:42pm PST

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#tttism #münchen #munich #tattoo #handtattoo #handjob #rosetattoo #skull #skulltattoo #rose #freehandtattoo #drawnon #stencilgreen @unlimitedbodyart

A post shared by bug nasty (@bugnastyscratchz) on Feb 4, 2019 at 2:16pm PST

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Fun abstract wolf today #wolf#teamjacob#wolftattoo#abstract#abstracttattoo#blueeyes #tattoo#tattoos#tattooed#sd#sdtattoo#sandiego#sandiegotattoo#sandiegotattooartist#filipinotattooartist#cali#california#escondido#oceanside#ink#inked

A post shared by gabetinotattoo (@datutatu) on Feb 15, 2019 at 7:59pm PST

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Don't let your dreams be dreams #justdoit

A post shared by 🐾 Kitty Katt Tatts 💕 (@kittykatt.tatts) on Feb 25, 2018 at 7:01pm PST