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Art & Projects by Charissa Hearon

Detail of World Map Mosaic by Charissa Hearon

Charissa Hearon

Meet Charissa, a multi-talented artist specializing in mosaics, watercolors, and mixed media. Her artistic journey spans across continents, from Texas to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to Italy and Germany during high school. Graduating with a B.A. in Global Studies from the University of Tennessee, she spent 13 years in Ocean Beach, San Diego, before recently settling in Austin, Texas.

Charissa’s creative flame is ignited by immersing herself in diverse cultures, exploring nature’s beauty, performing stand-up comedy, and seeking constant learning. In 2011, she discovered her passion for mosaics, and during the pandemic, she embraced watercolors as a medium of expression.

Her artwork delves into themes of connection, nature’s geometric patterns, and her internal thought landscape. Each piece she creates weaves a tale of her growth as an artist—a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and embracing all aspects of herself in the spirit of play.

Charissa’s art invites viewers into a world of whimsy and curiosity. Her work has been showcased in galleries in San Diego, CA, Austin, TX, and San Francisco, CA.

Mosaics

Cidade Maravilhosa Mosaic by Charissa Hearon

Watercolors

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