Seattle artist Joe Vollan offers up gems. His painting’s explore both sureal and natural worlds with technical precision and unbasic style. During these uncertain times of impending elections, bloated gas prices, and panic over the environment, we need artists like Joe voland to remind us of our own imagination. 

 Check out Vollan’s work here

Editor’s Note: As in the print magazine’s Artist Portfolio, the blog feature will showcase exceptional visual talent in all mediums. Please send submissions to ali @ rivetmagazine.org.