Art Illusions by Young
Handcrafted Illusions Inspired by the Spirit of Louisiana
Where light dances, stories unfold, and Louisiana comes alive in every piece.
Welcome to Our World of Light and Story
Mark and Sandra Young create one-of-a-kind artworks in their Folsom, Louisiana studio. From glowing Illusion Glass that shifts and dances with every angle of light, to intricate dioramas, woodburned scenes, whimsical ornaments, and custom display stands — each piece is lovingly handcrafted with patience, deep reverence, and a profound connection to Louisiana’s rich landscapes, vibrant culture, and untamed spirit.
Drawing from the bayous, wetlands, Mardi Gras traditions, and resilient spirit of the South, we transform humble materials into luminous, layered compositions. Through meticulous, time-intensive handwork — often spanning weeks of careful assembly and refinement — our sculptural illusions play with light, depth, and perception, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and experience the magic of Louisiana in every piece.
Whether you seek a bold statement for your home, a meaningful gift, or a custom commission, we invite you to explore work that feels truly alive and deeply personal.
Thank you for visiting. We’re honored to share a little piece of Louisiana light with you.
Featured on Fox 8-WVUE-TV New Orleans – “Local Veterans First”
We were honored to welcome Lauren McCoy and photographer Jim Pennison from Fox 8 New Orleans into our Folsom studio for a special segment on “Local Veterans First.”
In this heartfelt interview, Sandra and I share our story of reconnecting later in life, overcoming challenges, and building Art Illusions by Young together through our shared passion for Louisiana-inspired art. We also showcase our luminous Illusion Glass pieces that shift and glow with changing light, along with our dioramas and other handcrafted works.
Watch the full segment below:
Interview with Lauren McCoy, filmed by Jim Pennison
In this heartfelt segment, Lauren McCoy visits our studio in Folsom, Louisiana, to share our story. We talk about how Mark, a retired Navy Hospital Corpsman and disabled veteran, and Sandra, a talented artist, reconnected later in life and turned their shared passion for art into Art Illusions by Young.
Watch as we showcase our luminous Illusion Glass pieces that shift and glow with changing light, detailed dioramas inspired by New Orleans and the bayous, woodburned artworks, and more. We discuss how creativity became a source of healing, purpose, and joy after overcoming significant challenges.
We are deeply grateful to Lauren McCoy, Jim Pennison, and the entire Fox 8 team for this beautiful feature and for highlighting the power of resilience and second chances.