Tara Cochrane is the author of the Nakshatra Report, and the Talisman Images. She learned astrology at a very early age.

Tara is also an American visual artist. Originating in Gainesville, Florida, Tara has been creating visual art including fashion design, mixed media collage, sculpture, and photography since a young age, and maintains a lifelong commitment to the creative process.

Tara focuses primarily on acrylic painting and enjoys working on large canvases. Her unique style incorporates abstract xpressionism, fantasy and surrealism.

Tara graduated from Florida State University's Bachelor of the Fine Arts program in Tallahassee, Florida, where she concentrated on drawing and painting. She has also lived in Western North Carolina and now proudly makes her home in beautiful Austin, Texas. She has participated in numerous art exhibitions, festivals, and collective gallery spaces in all three states. Tara gets her inspiration to paint from everyday life, emotions, thoughts and dreams as well as literature, music and the beauty of nature.

You can purchase paintings directly from Tara. You can also contact her regarding commissioned work as well. Click here to send her an e-mail.