Saffron Lounge
Mural Artist Roster
Amy Sol
Amy Sol is an internationally recognized painter, sculptor, and muralist whose work spans solo exhibitions, group shows, and large-scale public art projects across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia. With solo shows like Dear Creatures at Thinkspace Gallery in Los Angeles and The Mending at Outré Gallery in Melbourne, plus participation in major exhibitions such as Hi-Fructose Invitational and 20 Years of Thinkspace, Amy has become known for her dreamlike, narrative-driven style. Her mural work includes projects for Street Art for Mankind in Houston, Nevada State University, The City of Las Vegas, and World Wide Walls in Seoul and Honolulu, bringing her artistic vision to urban landscapes worldwide.
Gear Duran
Lawrence “Gear” Duran, known as Gear Duran, is a world-renowned artist with over 30 years of experience specializing in large-scale murals, immersive installations, fine art, and digital 2D/3D artwork. Skilled in tools like Blender, ZBrush, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and more, he has created hundreds of pieces for high-profile clients worldwide. His portfolio includes projects such as murals for the Las Vegas Raiders Allegiant Stadium, Chinatown’s “Las Vegas Rising,” Huntington Beach AES Power Plant, and immersive installations like Cannabition and Requiem Coffee Tea & Fantasy. With formal training from the Gnomon School of Visual FX and certifications in industrial floor epoxy installation and heavy equipment operation, Gear Duran combines creativity, technical expertise, and project leadership to deliver impactful large-scale art experiences globally.
Sush Machida
Sush Machida is a Japanese-born, American-based artist celebrated for his vibrant use of color, symmetry, and traditional Japanese influences, blended into a bold, contemporary style uniquely his own. His work has been exhibited internationally in cities including Tokyo, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Santa Fe, and Las Vegas, earning critical acclaim from Flash Art, Art in America, ArtForum, and the Los Angeles Times. Beyond the fine art world, Machida’s dynamic aesthetic has attracted high-profile collaborations with companies such as Wynn Macau, Burton Snowboards, and Microsoft, further establishing his reputation as a forward-thinking, globally recognized artist.
K.o Diestro
Born in the Philippines on August 23, 1987, K’o Diestro began his artistic journey immersed in the vibrant energy of graffiti and street art before relocating to Las Vegas, Nevada. There, he built a successful career as a senior graphic designer and illustrator, creating striking visual designs for diverse projects. Over time, the opportunity to paint new murals in Las Vegas reignited his passion for street art, allowing him to merge his professional design experience with his original love for bold, expressive public art.
Ross Takahashi
Ross Takahashi is a Japanese-American sculptor and art educator. His work focuses on human cognition, ecological impacts, and our current climate crisis. Ross holds a B.A. in Psychology from Nevada State University. His work takes from research in ecology and psycho-social systems of transgenerational threads of permanence, and evanescence. Each piece is derived from a basis of conceptual, and empirical research, and explores these topics through a magical realistic lens. Hyper realistic details help bridge the gap of our relationship with nature, and human-related forms. Metals are an important medium in his practice, as they represent immortality, and a means for lasting preservation of temporary elements. His work has been showcased in galleries and sculpture parks throughout the US, and featured internationally.
Nanda Sharifpour
Nanda Sharif-pour is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Las Vegas, Nevada, whose work spans painting, installation, sculpture, and video-installation. Holding a B.A. in Graphic Design and dual M.F.A. degrees from Azad University of Art and Architecture in Tehran and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, she has exhibited in over 48 solo and group shows across the U.S., Turkey, and Iran since 1999. After moving to the United States in 2012 as a refugee with her husband, Ali Fathollahi, she has contributed to numerous public and private art projects throughout Southern Nevada. With a focus on human psychology, sociological themes, and humanity’s evolving relationship with nature, Sharif-pour creates immersive, experiential works that invite audience interaction. In addition, she has over 13 years of experience teaching art, including a decade at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Ali Fatollahi
Ali Fathollahi holds dual Master of Fine Arts degrees—one in Illustration/Fine Arts and another from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas—along with a Bachelor of Arts from Azad University of Art and Architecture in Tehran, Iran. With over 20 years of experience and participation in more than 58 exhibitions across the U.S., Turkey, and Iran, Fathollahi’s work spans assemblage, sculpture, installation, performance, and new media. His early pieces fused drawing, painting, and sculptural elements to create layered visual narratives, while his recent projects integrate video, light, motion, sound, and other sensory components to explore psychological, sociological, cultural, and political themes. An educator with 12 years of teaching experience, Fathollahi co-founded The Paper Wings visual arts center in Tehran in 2004 with his wife, Nanda Sharif-pour, before relocating to the United States, where he has since contributed to numerous public and private art projects and over 40 exhibitions in Southern Nevada.
Tiki Jay One
Troy James, known as Tiki Jay One, is an urban artist, illustrator, designer, and art professor based in Las Vegas, Nevada, originally from Los Angeles. Beginning his street art journey at thirteen, Tiki developed a signature visual language rooted in personal symbolism, pop culture, and art history, blending rebellion with respect for urban spaces by following a strict code against defacing private property. His work spans illegal public art, commercial design, and academic practice, reflecting both the raw energy of the streets and the refinement of professional artistry. With the goal of creating lasting urban landmarks, Tiki Jay One’s versatile style and media approach allow him to navigate client needs, urban environments, and public engagement with equal creativity and impact.
Shan Michael Evans
With over two decades of public art experience, Shan Michael Evans is a versatile illustrator and muralist known for infusing his work with a profound sense of wonder and curiosity. His art invites connection, sparks imagination, and transforms spaces into meaningful, reflective environments. Throughout his career, Evans has developed a meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each mural is executed with precision and clarity, while his vibrant color palette captures both the eye and the emotions of the viewer. Guided by a mission to foster compassion, growth, and optimism, Evans brings energy and purpose to every project, using art and illustration as powerful tools for beauty, storytelling, and community engagement.