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Wendy Brockman, Edina, Minn. -- Botanical Wishes, an original watercolor.

Brockman is a self-taught watercolor artist who has been widely exhibited throughout the United States and England. She attributes her development as a detailed observer to a childhood spent in the rural Midwest. Brockman has created an impressive and extensive portfolio of work, which explores her interest in both art and science. She has received numerous awards and her paintings are in the permanent collections of the Brooklyn Botanical Garden and The Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.

Carolyn Cardle, Edina, Minn. -- At Christmas, an original watercolor and pencil.

Cardle has always loved to paint, taking a brush and paints with her wherever she goes. Her artistic inspiration comes from her passion to "portray the real meaning of the first Christmas, that glorious, hope-filled event when God sent a Savior for the world." Carolyn has seven grandchildren who she loves to weave into her illustrations hoping to capture the innocence of children and create something that brings joy to others.

Nancy Carney, Minneapolis, Minn. -- Chicago Dazzle, an original mixed media.

Carney graduated from Miami University in Ohio with a degree in Art Education and taught elementary school art. She also worked as a freelance artist and did design illustration and advertising. Today, Carney enjoys pen and ink illustrations of houses, wood-cut prints and watercolor painting. "I draw upon my imagination, dreams and life experiences for inspiration. The artistic journey is an ever-changing, expanding and creative adventure."

Vicky Enright, Andover, Mass. -- Ribboned Ornaments, an original pen and ink.

Enright has worked as a graphic designer, calligrapher, wallpaper designer, greeting card artist and children's book illustrator. Whether it is a logo, a children's book or a greeting card, Enright tries to cause the viewer to pau
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