Current Residents
Bridgette Ralph,
Co-Director
Bridgette Ralph is a self-taught intuitive artist from Silsbee, Texas, whose work spans across genres including folk art, iconography, contemporary abstract painting, and digital art. Color is a central element in her creations, serving both as a passion and muse. She resides in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of San Antonio, Texas, with her husband Brian, their three children—Liam, Finn, and Calum—and their dog Maggie. When she isn’t painting, Bridgette enjoys cooking, reading, and staying active through yoga, kettlebell workouts, and rebounding.
Artist Statement:
Bridgette’s approach to art is driven by passion and intuition. "I paint what I love, and most of the time I love what I paint," she explains. While some pieces carry messages meant for the wider world, others are created purely for joy. Bridgette believes that art doesn't always have to be serious—it’s about expression, necessity, and personal fulfillment. Through her work, she explores themes of religious trauma, exclusion and inclusion, color, shape, dogma, humor, and nostalgia, inviting the viewer into her world of introspection and vibrancy.
www.backsliderstudio.com/
Symone Martinez,
Co-director
Symone Martinez is a Self-taught artist based in San Antonio Texas. A wife and mother of 3 kids. She uses her art as a therapeutic expression of her emotions as well as a way to connect with others.
she is passionate about helping other artists navigate their careers and avoid the struggles she faced during her own artistic journey. Symone is focused on offering growth opportunities and guidance for the artists of Clamp Light.
We can’t wait to see what the future holds for Clamp Light and all the incredible artists we work with!
@symonemartinez_art
symonemartinezart.com
Cassie Gnehm
Cassie Gnehm is an artist and educator based out of San Antonio, Texas. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Columbus College of Art and Design and her Master in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Denver. Gnehm is a full time high school drawing and painting teacher and has taught internationally as well as at the college level. Gnehm’s work examines the representation of the female body throughout art history and contemporary culture. By repainting and collaging over these historical figures Gnehm takes back control of the female form and draws comparisons between bodies past and present.
https://www.cassiegnehm.com/
Laura Stevens
Laura Ann Stevens was born in San Antonio but grew up traveling the world with her family following their active duty father in the Air Force. A graduate of the University of Iowa with a B.A. in psychology, Laura is a hand embroidery artist. Her first show was in August 2023 at Clamplight Studios in San Antonio, Texas. Since then she has appeared in numerous other shows throughout the city. Practicing cross stitch and embroidery for the last 10 years, Laura has finally gained the confidence to share her artwork with the lovely people of San Antonio.
Manuela Gonzalez
Manuela Gonzalez is a Venezuelan-born artist who came to the United States as a young child, working and living as an undocumented resident in the state of Texas. Typically producing work in traditional pencil and oil mediums, she also ventures into digital painting, though oil painting is her home. With a focus on uplifting racialized women and shedding light on the beauty of the tropical elements of her home country, Manuela aims to create art through which women of color can be seen outside of the strict racial and gender norms under which they would usually be viewed.
Monica Bosch
Mónica Bosch is a Mexican artist based in San Antonio, TX, whose work explores the
transformative power of color, texture, and sacred geometry. With a deep passion for artistic
experimentation, she creates immersive sensory experiences that inspire introspection,
connection, and healing.
Her signature style, defined by vibrant hues and intricate patterns, invites viewers to engage
with her work on a multi-dimensional level. As a Color Alchemist and Texture Shifter, she
believes in the ability of art to shift energy, elevate spaces, and evoke profound emotions.
Monica’s artistic journey has led to collaborations with galleries such as Trio Gallery and Pulso
Terra Gallery in Cancun and is a current resident artist at Clamplight Gallery in San Antonio, TX.
She is a proud member of AEQUITAS, a global collective of Mexican artists, and her work is
featured in private collections across Mexico and the USA. Her notable pieces, including the
Peaceful Girls collection and Anatomical Hearts series, combine imagery and words to highlight
the vibrancy of human connection.
In 2025, she will expand her impact through PARALLEL 29, an initiative fostering cultural
exchange between San Antonio and Monterrey, Mexico. Her art can be found in prestigious
locations, including the Peniche and Peniche Law Firm in Merida, Laclicsa Labs corporate
building in Cancun, The Contessa Hotel in San Antonio, The Texas PTA building in Austin, and
NEISD schools.
Through her work, Monica continues to inspire, heal, and unite, leaving a lasting mark on the
contemporary art world.