HipBilly Artisans is a Silversmithing and Fine Art business located in Lubbock, Texas. Owner Heather Bowlin has a Bachelors of Fine Arts from Texas Tech University and has been exhibiting and creating art for over 10 years. She specializes in oil painting and silversmithing. Partner Michael Bowlin began silversmithing in New Mexico at the India Puebla Reservation. He has been creating fine silver jewelry for over 20 years. All hand-built and lost wax cast jewelry is created using high quality stones and .925 sterling silver. The jewelry is often inspired by West Texas themes. A popular line are the rattlesnake tail pendants that are cast from real rattlesnake tails. Heather Bowlin also specializes in oil and acrylic paintings. Her themes include landscapes, people, and animals.