Michael Aakhus is a contemporary artist whose practice spans painting, printmaking, and digital experimentation. Born in Minnesota near the Canadian border, Aakhus studied art and art history at Bemidji State University before earning his MFA in printmaking, painting, and drawing from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. A recipient of a Roswell Artist-in-Residence Program grant in 1976–77, he spent a formative year creating work in New Mexico. After a long academic career, including serving as Professor of Art and Dean for the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Southern Indiana, Aakhus returned to Roswell, where he continues his studio practice. His work has been widely exhibited and is included in public and private collections across the United States and internationally.

Synthetic’s digital artworks invite viewers into fractured, otherworldly landscapes where emotion and energy take visual form. With layered textures, luminous highlights, and subtle distortions, their pieces capture fleeting moments of transformation, perception, and ritualistic intensity. Discover how Synthetic blends digital and mixed-media techniques to craft contemplative, charged spaces that feel both intimate and expansive.

For over four decades, Beamie Young has captured the visual world through photography, blending black-and-white film techniques with modern digital processes. From textures and reflections to double exposures and compositing, Beamie’s work invites viewers to explore light, pattern, and time in unexpected ways. Discover a career dedicated to the art of seeing and storytelling through the lens.

Kuan-Hsuan Lu’s digital illustrations blend personal storytelling with symbolic imagery. Using flowers, hands, and containers, she reflects on resilience, growth, and hope in challenging times. Her work invites viewers to connect with their own journeys while witnessing the delicate balance between fragility and strength.

Rooted in a lifelong immersion in art and design, Anelia Torres creates multidisciplinary work that bridges digital illustration, surface pattern design, and jewelry. Drawing inspiration from Los Angeles, memory, and imagined spaces, her practice moves fluidly between abstract and representational forms to communicate emotion beyond words.

Working in digital photography, this York, Pennsylvania–based artist combines architectural layering, collage, and personal imagery to create emotionally resonant impressions of memory, identity, and transformation.

Somerset-based artist Estelle delves into the human psyche and the enigmatic depths of the subconscious through painting, illustration, digital art, and installations. Her work, featured in the upcoming Spirit World exhibition, fuses darkness and surrealism, from ethereal landscapes shrouded in mist to haunting figures that seem to gaze into the soul. Each piece invites viewers to explore their innermost fears and desires while experiencing a hauntingly beautiful vision of reality intertwined with the fantastical.

Explore the haunting, meticulous world of artist Kuang Chu, whose Red Balloon digital drawing series is included in “The Spirit World” exhibition. His work blends European engraving traditions with contemporary meditations on solitude, resilience, and the mystical. In this feature, learn more about the artist’s influences, symbolism, and the powerful imagery behind his signature red balloon.

Teresa Ducamin’s illustrations balance geometric precision with soft, organic forms, inviting viewers to pause and notice the subtleties of daily life. Her series L'Hiver – Loin du Froid transforms personal experiences of winter into universal reflections on stillness, observation, and mindfulness

Lilian Day Thorpe’s photomontage work blends film photography with digital collage to create serene, textural landscapes that hover between memory and imagination. Her compositions prioritize mood over realism, offering a pause from the everyday and a space to reflect on beauty, quiet, and stillness.

Vanessa Wenwieser’s photography and digital art places women at the center of imagination, capturing vulnerability, intuition, and emotional depth. Featured in the “Lightness of Being” exhibition, her work invites viewers to witness the transcendent and the sublime through intimate, imaginative portrayals of the female form.

Eline Nievers, a Netherlands-based digital artist featured in AQ Volume 6, merges traditional artistry with photography and AI-generated imagery to explore women's inner worlds and emotional landscapes. Her layered visual narratives examine vulnerability, strength, and silence through an evocative blend of tactile and digital media.

Jennifer Zeng merges architecture, product design, and cutting-edge technologies like XR and AI to create immersive, thought-provoking experiences that challenge our understanding of technology’s impact on identity and memory. Based in the NYC area, her work invites viewers to reflect deeply on the blurred boundaries between humans and machines, weaving narratives that resonate across cultures and disciplines.

Canadian artist Adam Strange combines traditional collage and film techniques with modern digital tools to create thought-provoking works. His latest collection, The Essentia, examines how corruption and societal decay manifest through art, offering unsettling yet captivating depictions of modern life. Strange's works reflect the undercurrent of global issues, from capitalism to violence, inviting viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about humanity's impact on the world.

Steve Moors, a British/American artist based in New York, blends photography, painting, and graphic design in his work. His hand-drawn large-format digital prints evoke a sense of organic artistry while addressing complex, contemporary themes. Drawing on his diverse career, Moors seeks to create images that provoke thought and stimulate the viewer's sense of self, presenting them with visual sutras for contemplation.

Paige Roberts is a digital illustrator whose work blends fairytales, folklore, and nature into captivating, dreamlike compositions. Drawing inspiration from literary icons like J.R.R. Tolkien and Jane Austen, as well as classic Disney animation, her art invites viewers into enchanting worlds filled with nostalgia and wonder. With collaborations including Anthropologie’s 2019 holiday line and a custom gift for Stevie Nicks in 2023, Paige continues to weave magic through her illustrations. Explore her artistic journey and creative vision in this exclusive feature.

Alina Urusov is a visionary artist pushing the boundaries of design to create "freaky worlds" that intrigue and inspire. With a background in comics and animation since 2006, Alina draws inspiration from Instagram artists, flow arts, bass music, and festival culture to craft visually unique and aesthetically pleasing works. Her art mirrors life’s chaos, encouraging viewers to explore unknown variables and craft their own reality through a myriad of vibrant possibilities. Learn more about Alina’s journey and her desire to create fresh, unsettling visual experiences that linger in the imagination.

Angela Wan, a rising artist from Honolulu, Hawaii, blends digital tools and traditional acrylics to evoke the peaceful and vibrant beauty of island life. Featured in AQ Volume IV, Angela’s artwork explores themes of relaxation and creativity, capturing the calm essence of nature in stunning mixed-media pieces. In her interview, Angela shares her journey from product designer to full-time artist, her process of artistic exploration, and her commitment to creating art that encourages viewers to embrace tranquility and peace.

Meet Gabrielle Newman, a digital artist who weaves together fantasy and realism in her breathtaking portraits. Specializing in character-based art, particularly from the Harry Potter universe, Gabrielle’s journey from self-taught artist to celebrated creator is a testament to perseverance and passion. Featured in AQ Volume IV, her work invites viewers into the fantastical realms she creates, offering a unique blend of emotion and storytelling through digital tools.

Super Future Kid's work offers a visual playground where vibrant colors and dynamic avatars capture the essence of life’s fleeting nature. Through her digital art, she explores themes of childhood wonder, self-awareness, and existential reflection. From Berlin to Brooklyn, her art has become a global statement, inviting viewers to engage with their inner child while contemplating the delicate balance between creation and destruction. Get to know more about this celebrated artist and her journey into the intersection of reality and fantasy.