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Creating is my passion. Sharing and inspiring is what makes me truly happy.

"I live in rural Ohio, amongst the Amish, on a farm, where my husband and I raise cattle. I find peace and serenity in this environment, where I use the beauty of nature as my inspiration."

Terri Meyer is a multidisciplinary artist, songwriter, and creative visionary whose work bridges the worlds of fine art and music. As the founder of Canvas to Chords, she brings her soulful, uplifting songs and powerful storytelling to life through custom compositions, AI-enhanced music, and emotional tributes. Whether she’s sculpting, painting, or composing melodies that touch the heart, Terri’s mission is to uplift, inspire, and connect. This is the official website of Terri Meyer, where you can explore her full collection of original music, visual art, and custom creative services.

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Career and Education

Artist, entrepreneur, Terri Meyer has been a painter, sculptor and business owner for over 20 years. Her style is traditional and representational with a contemporary flair.  Painting and sculpting from life is her passion. She strives to continue improving in art mastery, sharing her journey with those who appreciate the dedication and perseverance it takes to translate life into art. When you stop and embrace nature it will reveal it’s splendor beyond what words can describe. It’s translating this beauty into paintings and sculptures which makes the art experience spiritual. 

EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science – Wright State University

Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Maryland

WORKSHOPS (Informal Education)

Portraits - Daniel Greene, Sharon Weaver, Marvin Mattelson, Judith Carducci, Rose Frantzen, Peggie Habets, Joseph Daily, and Dino Massaroni.

Life Drawing - Dr. Dennis Drummond

Sculpture - Tim Bearie, Lynne Forbes, Alan Cottrill, Phillippe Faraut and Andrea Connell

Plein Air Painting- Diane Maxey, Debra Dawson, Kenn Backhaus, Fred Graff, and John Cosby
Watercolor – Robert Moyer, Don Andrews, Cathy Welner, Mel Stabin, Fred Graff, and Juki Hall

PUBLICATIONS

Decorate-With-Paint-Ceiling-the-Deal-July-2004
Heart-of-Ohio-Magazine-Cover-by-Terri-Meyer-Fall-2010
Healing through the Arts Festival July 2008

Heart of Ohio Magazine Spring 2017

Times-Gazette-Jan-2007

Heart-of-Ohio-Magazine-Feature-Article-Spring-2010

Ashland-Times-Gazette-Article-Dec-13-2019-page-1-2-1

TV SEGMENTS

New Day Cleveland – Fox 8 TV Segment October 7, 2011, Featuring the Creative Chateau Gallery

Artist at Work, Cable 9 Television, October 2013, Featuring a live bust sculpture of TV Host Carole Medherst by Artist Terri Meyer

2018 Spring Spotlight: Ohio Military and Veteran Women Artists at the Ohio Governor’s Residence. Featuring 4 military bust sculptures by Terri Meyer.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Healing Through the Arts Festival July 2008, a local art festival fund raiser for Hospice and Fire Fighters First of Ashland

"Inspire Your Walls", a program to promote local artists by installing original artwork in businesses around the community.
In addition she has hosted numerous Fund Raising Wine/Art events at the Creative Chateau Gallery.

Striking a Pose, 2019-2020, A community art program that encourages the residents of Kingston of Ashland Assisted Living to sit as live models for local artist to paint. Enriching their lives with vibrant portraits to be shared with friends and family. See the portrait gallery.

Seeing Byers Woods Through an Artist Lens, Oct-Nov 2020, a community art program, partnering with the Ashland Parks District, Local Artists, and the Uniontown Brewing Company, showcasing the beautiful parks, skilled artists and fine restaurants of Ashland county.

AWARDS

Lakeside Chautauqua 2019, Laura Werden Lakeside Award, People’s Choice Award

Crawford County Bratwurst Festival Art Show 2019 – Best in Show

Military Veteran Art Show, Columbus, OH  March 2020– First Place in Oils

AFFILIATIONS
Ohio Plein Air
Portrait Artist of Mid Ohio