Artist Spotlight

Emny Moghrabi — Upcycle & Mixed Media Artist

Emny Moghrabi transforms discarded paddles, windowpanes, and doors into bold, color-saturated works of art.

Her pieces celebrate reuse, intuition, and the joy of making creativity part of everyday life.

Emny Moghrabi standing beside colorful upcycled paddles and windows

Painting stories on salvaged objects

Emny lets imperfections tell their own story: dents, scratches, and grain become collaborators. “The surface isn’t just a support—it’s a co-creator.”

Nature in unexpected colors

She paints clouds in coral pinks and forests in electric blues, guided by emotion more than realism. Much of her art is made outdoors with reference photos gathered on hikes.

Creativity as a way of life

Seasons spent as a wildfire lookout sharpened her connection to writing, painting, and song. “That time taught me creativity isn’t a hobby—it’s how I live.”

Making art accessible

From painted paddles to summer writing workshops at the Hinton Municipal Library, Emny is exploring printmaking, markets, and murals that invite others into the joy of making.

Where to find Emny’s work

Look for EmpireBlu at The Old Grind, the Hinton Art Walk, Wild Mountain Music Festival, and other local markets. Follow along at @EmpireBlu.