Meet the 2025 Boro Art Crawl Artists

Aubrey Collins is a visual artist based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, known for her striking acrylic paintings that blend traditional realism with delicate embroidered elements. Working primarily with darker themes, she creates vivid imagery centered around bright white skulls, animals, and natural motifs. Her work explores the contrast between life and death, softness and strength, through the unexpected combination of paint and thread.

Aubrey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design with an emphasis in Illustration and a Minor in Art History. Her background informs a thoughtful approach to composition and storytelling, while her love of nature and anatomy drives the visual language of her work.

 Cody Hale is a visual artist and designer from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Cody earned his B.F.A. in illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2005 and has made a name for himself as a freelance artist, exhibiting and selling work at numerous art shows and galleries. His art has been featured in advertising campaigns, editorial pieces, and awareness events. His skill has been recognized with awards such as Best of Show at juried events and the Ruthies Award for Rutherford County’s favorite artist. 

Crystal Springer is a self taught artist who was born and raised in a small town in Iowa and now resides in Tennessee.  She is a visual artist whose acrylic paintings celebrate the beauty and symbolism of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from all creatures in nature using bold and vibrant colors to create abstract realism pieces. 

Her work has been showcased in various venues, including Church Street Gallery's "Artists' Row" in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

David has been an avid observer of the natural world since his childhood. Always doodling and drawing. As he reached his twenties he began to do woodcarvings of birds- and from that came the painting aspect. Self taught by curiosity and wanting to create. He gradually began painting on wood, canvas, and glass. He has been living in the middle Tennessee area for over 30 years now and is retired from General Mills.

Dennis is a broken and disabled veteran who found a second life in paint. His art is to make you laugh and feel better about the world than it currently is.

Originally from Vancouver, BC, Edyn relocated to Tennessee for love- following her heart and starting a new life with her husband. The move brought her the space and freedom to reconnect with her creative roots. She became fascinated by the local insects and wildlife, which sparked a deep curiosity and led her to begin preserving bugs, bones, and more- honoring each creature's delicate beauty by giving them new life through art.

Everything shifted when one day, Edyn's husband asked her to paint a guitar case. What started as a thoughtful gesture turned into a passion project- and soon a calling. She now creates custom hand-painted instrument cases that blend nature, story, and personal expression, regularly through the year. Each piece, different than the last, with its own design, and vibe, to help musicians stand out and carry something truly unique in the heart of Music City.

Haniyfa is a mixed-media artist outside Nashville, exploring life’s complexities through texture and form. Her work invites viewers to engage deeply, encouraging personal interpretations and connections. Texture is key to Haniyfa’s process: rough surfaces represent struggle, while smoother textures signify peace, showcasing beauty in contrasts. Recurring circles in her pieces symbolize interconnectedness, infinity, and personal growth. Sustainability is central to Haniyfa’s practice. She sources materials responsibly and uses eco-friendly techniques, ensuring her art is impactful and environmentally conscious. 

Katie is a passionate artist and instructor.  Her artistic journey began in the world of ceramics and metal casting, where she explored the tactile nature of materials and learned the importance of craftsmanship. Over time, she discovered the expressive potential of oil painting, allowing her to bring to life the whimsical narrative landscapes and surrealistic imagery that have come to define her work. Drawing inspiration from her family, her life experiences, and a deep, spiritual journey, Katie’s art draws viewers into a dreamlike world where reality and imagination are fluid, creating scenes that are both familiar and unexpected. 

Each work of art tells a story, taking viewers on an exploration of faith and reflection. With the belief that art should be more than just something to admire from afar but rather it should be an experience, she deliberately incorporates layers of intricate, smaller details within her paintings to encourage a closer, more intimate engagement between the viewer and the canvas.

Katie’s oil paintings are a testimony of faith, hope, and the beauty that emanates from a close relationship with our Creator. Through her work, she invites others to witness the world through her eyes and share in the spiritual depth that guides her creative process.

Simone Anderson is an artist from Michigan raised in Tennessee who specializes in acrylic paintings. Her style mostly consists of different parts of abstract art and expressionism mixed together. She has been a full time artist for 5 years and has illustrated a children's book. She has an online store with 1,800+ sales and has also sold hundreds of pieces in person at markets and events. She has done collaborations/ custom pieces for customers who have found her online and from local businesses in the Murfreesboro area including The Bean Loft and Gallagher Guitar Co. She has shipped her work to almost every state in the United States as well as multiple other countries around the world.

Tasneem is a vibrant and versatile artist based in Murfreesboro, TN, hailing from the vast nation of India. Since the tender age of fifteen, she has expressed her meditative affection through the preservation of sketched beauty. Moving to the USA in 2003, she embraced a newfound sense of freedom and happiness, instilling in her desire to raise her two children amidst the serenity and freedom of the breathtaking Tennessee mountains.