Charlene Hardin is a freelance writer, illustrator, and lifelong art-lover who lives in Arizonen with her husband Jason, three children (Alex, Dorian, Nicole), and two dogs (Sarge the Pug and Angel). Charlene studied art by attending various workshops and college classes on the subject over the past decade. For the past three years, she has worked to share her passion for art with local craft boutiques, various freelance clients, and through work in the community with children.
Last year, she was invited to participate in the first annual Via Colori Street Painting Festival in Scottsdale, AZ. Together, with her son Alex, she finished on 4' x 4' square on the first day of the festival, and thanks to extra space available, was permitted to complete another 6' x 6' square on the following day. Charlene is an enthusiasic volunteer, Free-cycler, recycler and parent. She has coordinated local events to benefit children's charities, and regularly participates in Charitable events such as the March of Dimes. Charlene's eldest son Alex often assists on volunteer projects and events.
ARTIST SPONSORED BY: CONGRESSMAN VERN BUCHANAN AND SANDY BUCHANAN
