Local Artists Turn the Ordinary into the Extraordinary
Stuart Magazine Meet three local artists creating beauty in unique ways Akina Johnson, Jupiter Akina Johnson wears her hand-dyed silk ice blue short kimono ($390). Textile artist Akina Johnson likes to create pieces inspired by her natural surroundings. “I love the weather, the ocean, and the year-round green and sunshine, and I love to combine the art of hand-dyeing with a coastal vibe,” says the 47-year-old Jupiter resident, who resides near the beach. Using the Japanese shibori dyeing technique, Johnson experiments with fabrics, colors, and designs to make customized clothing and hom...
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