Little Rock’s Pleasant Ridge Shopping Center is home to a unique local treasure: Art Group Gallery. Founded and operated by area artists, it is a true working gallery where area artists have a studio to paint and can display their works to sell in the front of the shop. Follow along as we feature different artists each month who will each share the inspiration and stories behind a few of his or her pieces.

As one of the founders and co-owners of Little Rock’s Art Group Gallery, Holly Tilley is a well-known name on the Little Rock art scene. “Artists are storytellers; we try to evoke emotion,” Holly says. “A good painting stops you to explore what’s there and what might happen next. We’re trying to take you to that place that made us want to connect with you.”

In her current direction, Holly is exploring abstracting subjects and focusing on the subtle color shifts that create these forms. “I tend to paint from life and nature; paintings are literally everywhere I look,” she says. Holly notes local art has a place in everyone’s home, and knowing what inspires the artist can allow collectors to create a connection with a piece. Here, in her own words, she shares the story behind four of her recent works, several of which are available through Art Group Gallery.

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