Seeing how art can transform people, spaces, and entire communities is fascinating. Having a creative vision to construct spaces, starting from scratch and turning them into places where the community can reflect on the past while emphasizing growth and evolution, can be reasonably challenging. We boldly claim that artists can naturally step into this role […]
Author Archives: Diane L. Johnson
Diane L. Johnson is a columnist for Signal Akron. She is an Akron-based artist, co-founder of the Akron Black Artist Guild and retired administrative secretary from the Copley-Fairlawn City Schools. Her passion for art is second nature - she creates original paintings, drawings, and mixed media pieces. She also enjoys writing devotions and short stories and instructing workshops. Diane's artwork displays soulful acrylic paintings and illustrations showcasing her passion for modern abstract and impressionist inspirations. Her figurative works of women depict the simple joys of living.
