I'm Ian Vogel, and I was born and raised on a farm near Slayton. Growing up in rural Southwest Minnesota taught me the value of hard work, keeping your word, and taking pride in a job well done—values that still guide everything I do today.

After going to college in Mankato, I spent years living all over the country and traveling the world. Throughout my journeys I learned a lot about building relationships and helping small businesses succeed through my digital marketing and web development business.

I worked with local companies across the country, helping them connect with more customers and grow their businesses. It was rewarding work, but something was missing—that satisfaction of creating something tangible with my own hands.

That's what brought me back to painting and to serving this community I've always called home.