Taylor Guntharp (she/her) is a Mississippi-born illustrator and animator based in Plymouth, Minnesota. She has a background in 2D animation, as well as a BFA in animation from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. She actively works with nonprofits as both an animator and volunteer, often serving communities through education and event organization. She loves the intersection between people and design, and often finds inspiration in the people around her. When she’s not creating art, Taylor can be found in her garden pruning tomato plants or cooking meals to share with her partner and loved ones.

Erik Pearson has been creating paintings, sculptures, and murals for over 20 years. His public art career includes 24 public murals, and eight installations, working with city officials, community groups, and business owners in the process. Erik creates each work of art as a glimpse into a character’s life at a given moment in time. The color, composition, and contrast reflect his love of a theatrical setting, and play with some of his common subject matters of music, circus, and nautical themes. His goal is to create artwork that embraces multiple viewings, allowing new discoveries and interpretations over time.