Teal Buehler

I grew up a child of well-known artist parents in Trinidad California, a small town known for its rain, fog, and coastal scenery. I spent most of my time outside at the beach, rivers, and in the woods which created a strong connection to nature. I studied drawing, painting, collage and ceramics; graduating from Humboldt State University with a bachelor’s degree in art. I treasure nature and animals, which have been incorporated into most of my pieces.
My work is rooted in the quiet alchemy of transformation—spiritual, energetic, and material. Women and animals appear throughout my work as sacred figures—guardians, messengers, and embodiments of instinct, resilience, and transformation. Using handmade paper, collage, stenciling, and acrylics, I create layered compositions that mirror the process of inner awakening and soul work. The act of making paper by hand is sacred to me. It holds memory, breath, and intention before a single mark is made. From there, I build each piece through intuitive layering—allowing Reiki energy and meditative states to guide the placement of textures, symbols, and color. Stencils become patterns of energy. Collage elements speak to fragmentation and renewal. Acrylics act as carriers of light, movemen...

Humboldt State University - B.A. Art (studies in ceramics, collage, painting, and drawing.

PUBLICATIONS
Nature Inspired Animal Edition
Volume Two, 11/2017
Editor Christine Agro

EXHIBITIONS
The Gallery at Ten Oaks, Featured Artist
McMinnville, Oregon
November – December 2022

Valley Art Gallery, Featured Artist
Forest Grove, Oregon
January-February 2022 & July-August 2025

Guardino Gallery, Day of the Dead Show
Portland, Oregon
October 2020, 2021, 2022

Beaverton Arts Mix, Art show and Sale
Beaverton, Oregon - Rooster & Jack Rabbit
October 2020
Judged by selection committee

Oregon Society of Artist 38th Annual Portland Rose Festival
Portland, Oregon – Bouquet of Hope
August 2020
Judged by Michael Orwick

Oregon Society of Artist Annual Juried Spring Show
Portland, Oregon - Foxy Coyote
March 2020
Judged by Yong Hong Zhong

Beaverton Arts Mix, Art show and Sale
Beaverton, Oregon - Rooster in the Flowers
October 2019
Judged by selection committee

Museum of Northern California Art
Snow Goose Festival Wildlife Art Exhibit
Chico, California - Bighorn Sheep, Jackrabbit,Yellow Warbler, Foxy Coyote
January 2019
Judged by selection committee

Chico Art Center, Día de los Muertos
Chico, California - Day of the Dead Rabbit & Elephant
Nove...