Growing up in a farming community where cows outnumber people, abstract artist Kristen Herrington draws upon life’s simple moments as inspiration for her paintings. Her interests range in spectrum from politics to petting zoos, bringing versatility to her creative approach. She has collaborated with more than 50 artists throughout her career and has work showcased around the globe. Herrington has recently been featured in international magazine, “Here and There” and won Best Visual Artist “Best of Halifax” awards in 2021, and silver in 2022. She released her first co-authored travel book in November 2021 with musician husband, Michael S. Ryan of “The Town Heroes”. The couple co-hosts a podcast called, “Mike and Kristen” which explores themes of risk-taking, life as artists, following dreams and whatever their guests wish to reveal.