Biography

Willow Hardester is a mixed media artist based in Springfield, Tennessee. Working primarily as a digital artist with programs like Ibis Paint X, she also employs traditional mediums in various stages of her practice, including ink and watercolor. Her work migrates between character concept art and narrative illustration, emphasizing imperfection and focusing on strong color palettes and visual storytelling. Coming from a long line of creatives, Willow has centered her life around the arts and is on track to complete her BFA in Studio Art by early December, 2026. Her work has been exhibited in both The New Gallery and the Barbara Beach Gallery at Austin Peay State University.