ABOUT IAN

Hi there! I'm Jessica Saunders, the founder and account manager of the Indiana Artist Network (IAN). Personally, I'm a painter and printmaking artist based on the west side of Indianapolis. I earned my BFA with a focus on painting and a minor in art history from the Herron School of Art and Design in 2017. Currently, I create my art in my home studio in Danville, IN. In addition to my artistic pursuits, I work as a full-time design manager for a leading e-commerce company in the gift industry, Sincerely Hers.
 

This account is managed by me and my two older sisters, Kate Jones and Madeline Minnis, both of whom are board members. Kate graduated with a BAS in business, specializing in supply chain, and a BA in Germanic studies from IUPUI in 2014. Madeline, also an IUPUI alumna, earned her BAS in accounting and finance in 2013.
 

I decided to create the Indiana Artist Network for two reasons: first, because it's fun, and second, I have a passion for art, sharing, and connecting with others. Our mission is clear: we aim to share, support, and promote the multitude of talented artists from Indiana. As a collective of creative individuals and art enthusiasts, we understand the profound satisfaction that comes with an artist's self-development and their contribution to the world. We truly enjoy motivating others to greater personal achievements, and we want to help provide a strong connection between artists and their communities.