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.

Vancouver Island-based photographer Bri Vandyke presents her atmospheric, abstract seascapes in the Lightness of Being virtual exhibition. Using Intentional Camera Movement (ICM), she translates the rhythm, light, and emotion of the coast into evocative imagery that invites quiet reflection. Vandyke’s work transforms landscapes into experiences, capturing both the seen and the felt in a meditative exploration of nature’s quiet power.

Michael Potts, a photographer based in Arizona, presents his minimalist and evocative work in Create! Magazine’s Lightness of Being virtual exhibition. Focusing on water, light, and introspective moments, Potts’ images explore renewal, healing, and the journey toward discovering one’s true self. His work invites viewers to witness the transformation from darkness to light and reflect on their own paths of emergence and growth.

Featured in Create! Magazine’s Lightness of Being exhibition, multidisciplinary artist Nataliia Center creates intimate, mysterious works in photography, video, and oil painting. Her pieces explore the unspoken—charged gestures, tactile details, and the space between bodies—inviting viewers to step in and complete the story through their own sensations.

In The Beautiful Weight of Being, featured in Create! Magazine’s Lightness of Being virtual exhibition, Lara Alcantara Lansberg explores radical stillness through cinematic, fabric-shrouded figures set against vast landscapes. Known for her richly symbolic and emotionally resonant photography, Alcantara Lansberg’s work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and find power in presence.

Alicia Staley Johnson’s work blends classical still life influence with modern photographic storytelling. Featured in AQ Volume VI, her richly textured images celebrate the quiet wonder in ordinary moments—highlighting the interplay of light, florals, and heirlooms crafted in her Midwest studio.

Laura Vernaza’s photographic work blends abstraction, light, and urban context to reveal what often goes unnoticed. Featured in AQ Volume 6, she shares how her practice challenges the boundaries of perception, inviting viewers to find depth and meaning in the seemingly mundane.

In her hauntingly beautiful photography series "WAS IT JUST A DREAM?", Los Angeles artist T.B.H. layers moments from Southern California and Spain into accidental but evocative double exposures. Featured in the Land and Longing exhibition, her work invites reflection on memory, impermanence, and the transformative potential of mistakes. Through this dreamlike merging of time and place, T.B.H. challenges us to consider what it means to remember—and reimagine—the past.

Gabrielle Preziose is a commercial and editorial fashion photographer based in NJ/NYC known for her striking, avant-garde aesthetic. Drawing influence from vintage fashion and surrealist art, Gabrielle brings a distinctive vision to her lifestyle, portrait, and product photography. Her work is a celebration of color, pattern, and emotion—crafted with a meticulous eye and a passion for storytelling.

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.

In her ongoing series Anonymous Women: Domestic Demise, Patty Carroll examines the complexities of a woman's identity within the confines of domestic life. With playful yet poignant staged scenes, Carroll uses color, humor, and symbolism to explore how women are both invisible and essential to the home. Through these striking images, she highlights the often-overlooked lives of women and the intersection of consumer culture and gender roles.

Kelly Tsai’s SKyGiRLS is a striking portrait series that explores the complexities of identity, representation, and the Chinese diaspora. Through carefully constructed persona diptychs, Tsai embodies women whose stories have been overlooked or misrepresented, creating a powerful dialogue between history, mythology, and personal identity. Inspired by the surge in anti-Asian violence during the pandemic, SKyGiRLS is both a personal exploration and a collective reimagining of Chinese womanhood.

Discover the work of Rachel Dunn, a film photographer based in Pennsylvania, whose captivating images explore the interplay of architecture, light, and negative space. In AQ Volume 5, she shares her journey from high school portfolio to a passionate pursuit of analog photography, emphasizing the timeless quality of her art. With a focus on traditional techniques, Dunn challenges herself to experiment with different film stocks and camera angles, offering a fresh, nostalgic view of the world around her. Read on to learn more about Rachel's artistic practice and philosophy.

Discover the work of Clementine Morel, an artist whose photography beautifully captures the intersection of identity, emotion, and narrative. Featured in AQ Volume 5, Morel’s lens explores the delicate process of self-discovery amidst cultural shifts, offering a powerful visual dialogue on identity, belonging, and the human experience.

Jana Šantavá, a fine art photographer from Bratislava, Slovakia, delves into the complexities of self-perception and societal constructs with her surreal photography. Using elements like mirrors and vivid contrasts, her work examines the emotional layers of human identity, particularly focusing on women’s inner lives. Featured in AQ Volume 5, Šantavá’s Echoes of Identity offers a bold visual narrative that challenges societal norms and invites introspection. Explore her journey from Bratislava to international recognition and her upcoming exhibitions in New York and Los Angeles.

Featured in Create! Magazine AQ Volume 5, Francesca Reina is an underwater photographer whose breathtaking images reveal the hidden magic of Mexico’s cenotes. Through her work, she not only showcases the surreal beauty of these freshwater sinkholes but also advocates for their preservation. Dive into her creative journey, where exploration, art, and environmental consciousness come together in a mesmerizing visual narrative.

Hillary Irene Johnson is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans photography, video, and immersive installations. Deeply rooted in both personal and global anxieties, her art explores themes of beauty, fragility, and belonging. In her latest work, Johnson reflects on the unity of life and the importance of creating tangible art that connects the human spirit to the environment. Learn more about her process, inspiration, and the powerful conversations her art sparks.

Tyler Mitchell’s artistic journey is one of experimentation and evolution. Starting as an oil painter, Mitchell has expanded his practice to include surreal photography and 3D installations, allowing him to push the boundaries of creativity and express his visionary concepts. In this interview, Tyler shares how his experience as a carpenter, along with personal explorations, shaped his artistic voice. From his initial passion for freedom and exploration to the integral role of community in his work, Mitchell reflects on the elements that define his practice. Explore his unique artistic path and what drives his creative process.

Discover the powerful and thought-provoking work of Dulce Pinzón, a multidisciplinary artist whose photography, video, and performance art explore themes of identity, gender, race, and social justice. With a passion for social change and cultural empowerment, Dulce's work is deeply rooted in her commitment to inspire others and spark conversations that challenge societal norms. Learn more about her artistic journey, curatorial projects, and her mission to create a more inclusive and empathetic world.

Explore the transformative art of Maria Oliveira, a Northern Spain-born, Southern California-based photographer. Using self-portraiture and fine art compositing, Maria creates surreal, vibrant landscapes that reflect her journey of emotional discovery and self-exploration. In this feature, she shares how her work channels the struggles between heart and mind, the unseen worlds of mythology, and the collective unconscious.