Other Performing Artists

Tanisha Bagley- Author

Tanisha Bagley is an author, public speaker, entrepreneur and advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence. She is also the founder of E.N.S.H.R.I.N.E. (Everyone Needs Support, Help Respect, Inspiration, Nourishment and Empowerment), a non-profit organization that provides safe housing, financial support, job training, mentoring and counseling for women and children who have been victimized by domestic abuse and violence.

Tanisha’s personal testimony (as a survivor of domestic violence) has inspired audiences across the country. Her real life story of tragedy and triumph is featured in a documentary entitled, “Something So Beautiful”—available from Interact, a safety support and awareness agency for individuals impacted by domestic violence.
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George Buchanan

George Buchanan, born in Roxboro, North Carolina in 1956, lives in the beautiful rural setting of Person County, North Carolina with his wife Kim and daughters Casey & Ashley. Buchanan's endeavors as an artist began as a youth when he apprenticed and assisted professional artists in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, and he continued his training in Art/Illustration at Alamance Community College in Burlington, North Carolina. Mr. Buchanan's professional career began in the mid seventies and his work has received numerous awards. His oil paintings, watercolors and etchings are exhibited in corporate, university, and private collections throughout the United States.

ComedyWorx

ComedyWorx, Raleigh’s original improv company was established in 1989, The troupe of 45 improv comedians produce improvised comedy shows every weekend at their venue at 431 Peace Street in Raleigh. Their traveling company has performed for universities, churches, trade associations, and commercial firms throughout the southeast. In addition, ComedyWorx operates the Kazoom Children’s Theater, provides improv comedy training, team-building workshops for business, and promotes the annual Funny Film Festival. For additional information call 919.829.0822.
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Jonathan Daniel- African Wire Artist

Growing up under British rule in Rhodesia (indpendently known as Zimbabwe since 1980), Jonathan used his talent and resourcefulness to transform scraps of wire into toys of wonder.  featured at Exploris Museum in the 2002 hands-on "Imagine, Construct, Play" exhibit, Jonathan has rekindled his boyhood hobby into a business for himself and a means to support orphans and widows in his homeland of Zimbabwe.  Jonathan views art as a means to build self-worth and promote positive attitudes, and he loves to motivate students of all ages to find the creativity and imagination hidden within themselves. 

Jonathan's pieces (ranging in size from one inch geckos to a life-sized motorcycle) have been featured in various locations around the Triangle, including Visual Art Exchange, Artsplosure and Cary's Lazy Daze. Jonathan has been featured several times in the print and television media in the past few years, and he is currently registered with the United Arts Council and is available as a Resident Artist in schools or community groups.

Email:  mambojesu@aol.com
Website: www.jdwireart.com  

Ann Etheridge- Artist

Ann Margaret Etheridge was raised in Western Pennsylvania and moved to the Raleigh area in 1985.  She works independently from her home studio as a  Certified Fitness Trainer and Healthy Lifestyle Coach.  She lives in Cary with her husband Don  and their dog Carli, a constant and loyal companion.  They enjoy boating on the North Carolina Coast, where time spent on  the water provides much of the inspiration for her numerous acrylic sunsets.

A self taught artist, she began painting with acrylics ten years ago.  Ann further explores her creative side by playing a West African Djembe drum, often hosting drum circles.  Her talents further include preparing fine  dining meals through the use of healthy ingredients and nutritious methods.

Jimmy Williams - photograher

Most people spend a lifetime in search of a true passion. Not Jimmy. He's spending a lifetime perfecting one - Photography. For over twenty-five years, Jimmy has had the privilege of working on countless concepts with a myriad of creative minds. With every shoot - be it advertising, editorial or personal - Jimmy succeeds in transforming distant ideas and emotions into tangible pieces of work. Jimmy remains humble in his efforts, yet proud of the recognition given to him in nearly every creative show and publication, including Communication Arts, The One Show,The Art Director's Club, Print, Graphis,Adweek's Southeast.

Creative All-Star team and the Addy's, where he walked away with Best of Show honors. Jimmy demands no less than the best from both himself and his JW team - "We strive for the impossible - that's our benchmark." A dedicated business owner, devoted husband and proud father of two, Jimmy continues to share his passion with all who surround him. “I seek to capture intriguing moments in time of people and places that evoke emotions, and create an intimate sense of familiarity between the viewer and the subject.”