Artists & Authors at Abi's
We hang work by Richmond artists and keep local authors on the shelf. Each artist show runs sixty days; authors stay for ninety. Everyone showing with us right now is below.
Wall space for your art, shelf space for your book.
Artists get sixty days on the walls with no hanging fee. Local authors get ninety days on the local authors shelf, on consignment, plus a reading if you want one. Read the agreement that fits you and apply.
Adrian Snider
Adrian Snider is an RVA-based artist whose work explores the intersection of Virginia wildlife, urban life, and street-art culture. After earning an A.F.A. from NOVA, Adrian is continuing their education in pursuit of a degree in Art Therapy. Growing up in the rural landscape of Stafford County gave Adrian a lasting fascination with Virginia’s wildlife, while life in the city introduced new visual influences. By blending traditional charcoal illustration with elements of street art, Adrian creates work that is playful, personal, and rooted in the contrast between the woods and the city. Adrian joined the artist community at Abi’s Books & Brews in June 2025. Adrian has been generous with their time and is responsible for both the art above our beverages fridge as well as helping to decorate our community fridge. Alongside their studies, Adrian continues to create illustrations while working locally and, naturally, spending plenty of time with cats.
Aspen Rowanleif
Aspen is a local queer writer and bookbinder who uses their craft to raise funds for Karam and Menna in Palestine. Karam is a professional soccer player and Menna is studying to become a nurse despite the genocidal efforts of the occupation. They recently got married and are expecting a baby soon! The family sturggles to pay for doctor's visits related to the pregnancy, regular repairs for their tent due to freauent elemental damage, and food in Gaza. Please support this young family's growth, safety, and survival. Free Palestine!
Eric Serviss
I create narrative illustrations that blur the line between folklore, history, and fiction. Whether working in fine art, illustration, comics, or design, I’m interested in making work and telling stories that feel like the viewer is discovering them as they happen - as if the walls between worlds is thinning, exposing an existence outside of the human norms.
Hannah Mullen
I work to bring a child like joy to all my pieces. I want everyone who has one of my pieces to have a little shred of that joy. I strive to show people that it’s ok to like bright colors and things considered “childish” as an adult! That child is still inside you and deserves nice things!
Ian Gillman
Self taught local Richmond Artist. I find inspiration from horror, history, and the local wild life. I primarily paint with acrylic paint and ink pens. I like to ride the line between dark subject matter, and vivid colors.
Jess Jordan
I am an artist living and creating in Richmond, Virginia. I draw inspiration from nature, architecture and my imagination to create whimsical ink and watercolor pieces that highlight the magic of everyday life.
Jessie Kessler
Helllllooooo Richmond, I am an RVA local whose first book is coming out on 12/12/26. By day, I work in a corporate office setting, and by night, I'm publishing my debut Novel! My book is about a dragon who disguises itself as a cat and travels with a coven of witch-nuns! The book is really fun, has great characters, has humor, heart, and stresses the importance of kindness and community over Kings who would use fear to rise to power. I'm a non-binary author and it was important for me to write this book as being for both women and men - meaning there are romantical emotional moments, as well as heart stopping action scenes. The book runs at about ~85k words and is about 330-402 pages depending on what format you are reading it in. This is the first book in a series and will feature a slow-burn, enemies to lovers, plot line. It is currently available for ebook pre-order on amazon, and paperback pre-order at B&N! It would mean a lot if you could pre-order a copy! Prior to release on 12/12/26 my ebook will be $5. On 12/19/26, the cost of my book will go up to $8, so pre-order now!!!
Kaitlyn Olson
Hello, My name is Kaitlyn. I have spent most of my time creatively doing freelance sports photography but have shifted focus on learning stained glass. I plan to include anything I may be working on whether that's jewelry, glass, photography, lino prints...whatever I'm dabbling in!! Im excited to have a place to share my practice and appreciate anyone who takes the time to check it out!
Marty McMahon
Tiddy Popeye is a Richmond based painter, printmaker, and multimedia artist. He has been creating art his entire life, but he has been working as a professional artist since moving to Richmond in 2018 from Annapolis, Maryland. Tiddy Popeye has exhibited work in many local galleries such as Gallery 5, the Richmond Public Library, and Circle Thrift; and he also works as an intern at Studio Two Three. Here, he trades labor for studio access and the opportunity to learn more about various printmaking processes. As a queer trans man, his work is defined by his relationship to the queer community, and explores themes of sexuality, humor, and nature. Tiddy Popeye describes his work as a way of making meaning from a sometimes meaningless life, and as a love letter to our world.
Morrigen Stoumbos
Shaped by my upbringing, I create oil paintings of wildlife and flowers, each built around a single, commanding point of focus. I grew up with a deep love for the natural world and a mother devoted to wildlife rehabilitation. With my art I push color past what the eye expects, borrowing impressionism’s saturation while keeping the clarity of realism; crisp edges and deliberate shadows. The intensity is meant to make familiar subjects feel newly seen. My degree in chemistry informs how I work. Understanding pigments at the molecular level, so I can achieve vivid color while choosing materials that are non-toxic. For me, nature conservation extends to the studio itself. A percentage of every sale supports local Virginia conservation efforts. As our world creates an increasingly technical environment, I want my paintings to inspire viewers to preserve space for nature in all aspects of our lives.
Shaina Cilimberg
Shaina Cilimberg is a Richmond-based artist, creative entrepreneur, and disability advocate whose work is inspired by the people, places, and everyday moments that capture her attention. Working in acrylic, watercolor, drawing, and digital art, Shaina creates an eclectic mix of landscapes, cityscapes, portraits, animals, coffee-shop scenes, abstract pieces, and imaginative works. Richmond and the surrounding community frequently appear in her art, along with places she has visited, places she hopes to see, and scenes drawn entirely from her imagination. Art has also become a way for Shaina to build a life on her own terms. As a person living with multiple disabilities, she is passionate about challenging assumptions about what people with disabilities can accomplish. Her persistence as an independent artist and entrepreneur is closely connected to her advocacy for greater inclusion, opportunity, and disability acceptance. Shaina has been part of Richmond’s local art community for more than a decade, exhibiting and selling her work through galleries, local businesses, markets, and community events. She is especially interested in creating work that is approachable, meaningful, sometimes unexpected, and ultimately enjoyable to live with. Original artwork and select pieces are available for purchase, and Shaina is open to serious inquiries from collectors, businesses, and others interested in her work.
Sharon Hubbard
Enjoy wildlife and the landscape as well as domestic animals and my hope is that I capture a bit of their soul in my work ❤️
Woz Here Co.
Woz Here Co. is a sister duo that celebrates travel with hand-drawn, unique travel souvenirs and original watercolor designs. The art is done in pen and watercolor, and captures icons from our favorite travel destinations. We also offer custom design pieces and a rentable sticker vending machine.