Houston Llew Retired Spiritiles




About the Artist

Houston started enameling in a hot Atlanta garage in 2008, after finding himself unemployed in the middle of the great recession and in need of an artistic medium of his talents. Through fortuitous circumstances, Houston met the master enamelist Zingaro and followed him around, shadowing the artist around his studio until he gave Houston the keys to enameling that would later evolve into his first work - Spiritiles.

For months he spent every waking hour over a kiln, experimenting, sketching, living on only "ramen and beer". Houston says that the only reason his art exists today is because he had no other option - no job to fall back on, no security other than what he could create himself. This tenacity kept Houston going so that when one thing wouldn't work, he would step back, retool, and try a new path.

Houston is infamous for "spitballing" ideas and trying seemingly crazy things just to see if they work. By harnessing that constant experimentation, his artistry evolved from enameled imagery to a combined image and story design. From the beginning, what pushed Houston forward was the uplifting thoughts and musings. This became the cornerstone of his work- create art that inspires, uplifts, and brings a hopeful connection to life.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or discovering Spiritiles for the first time, the Ian Russell Gallery in Prescott, Arizona, is the perfect place to explore meaningful, handcrafted artwork that tells a story.

Visit today and discover why collectors nationwide trust Ian Russell Gallery for fine art and rare Spiritiles!













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    Houston Llew Spiritile #071: Hello (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #083: Thanks (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #140: Joy Ride (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #274 ‘Perspective’ – Glass-on-copper art tile featuring a sailboat on the open water with a golden sunset, perfect for nautical decor and collectors.
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #256 ‘Temptation’ – Glass-on-copper art tile featuring a rich chocolate cake on a pedestal, perfect for dessert lovers, kitchen decor, and collectors.
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #239 ‘Beacon’ – Glass-on-copper art tile featuring a lighthouse standing tall against a sunset sky, perfect for nautical decor and coastal home accents
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #236: Corduroy (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #239: Sterling (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #258: Fireside (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #266: Cherish (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #267: Wholehearted (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #272: Solace (RETIRED)
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #282: Endless Falls (RETIRED)
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    Enamel artwork Spiritile #295 “Sidestep” by Houston Llew featuring a vibrant blue crab on a beach with the quote “Life’s a beach… sometimes you have to sidestep the chaos.”
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #296 “Taste of Summer” featuring vibrant red watermelon slices with the quote: “The seeds are there to make the rest of life that much sweeter.”
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    Houston Llew Spiritile #241 ‘Americano’ – Glass-on-copper art tile featuring a steaming cup of coffee, perfect for coffee lovers, kitchen decor, and caffeine enthusiasts
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