Maria Blokhina's Sadaveena collection is a stunning fusion of art and sustainability, featuring handmade fabric plants crafted from discarded textiles. With a focus on eco-conscious design and upcycling, Blokhina's work challenges us to reconsider our relationship with waste and embrace the potential for transformation in everyday materials. Explore how her art not only creates beauty but also fosters a deeper connection to the environment.

Yuya Saito’s art is a reflection of the ever-changing cityscape—where chaos, movement, and fleeting moments converge. Inspired by his roots in skateboarding and street culture, Saito utilizes curved shapes and traditional bentwood techniques to create abstract representations of urban life. His work interweaves architectural structures and city materials, offering a fresh perspective that transcends conventional art history and street culture narratives.

Self-taught artist Robin Kerr blends multifaceted elements of culture, history, and personal identity in her abstract work. Drawing inspiration from the nuances of living between places, Kerr’s art explores themes of belonging and perception, creating thought-provoking pieces that challenge and celebrate humanity's diverse expressions.

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.

Bella Cardim’s powerful artwork merges personal experience and conceptual inquiry, addressing themes of food, identity, and emotional nourishment. Using mixed media, textiles, and photography, Cardim’s work invites reflection on the cultural norms surrounding body image and the emotional facets of eating disorders. In this post, we explore her practice and recent exhibitions, including her upcoming residency focused on emotional nourishment and societal expectations.

Chris Lael Larson’s work blurs the boundaries between photography, painting, and installation, creating layered, immersive experiences. Using a mix of hyperreal lighting, bold color, and unconventional materials, his pieces reimagine perspective and depth, offering a fresh take on contemporary visual storytelling.

Featured in AQ Volume 5, artist Vanessa Osmon creates thought-provoking abstract portraits that reflect the unique challenges and beauty of military spouses. Through her layered figures, Osmon explores themes of identity, resilience, and the nomadic lifestyle that shapes her community. Learn more about her powerful process and the personal stories behind her work.

Teri Hendrich C., a Los Angeles-based painter and AQ Volume V artist, blends fine art with astrology, using rich color and abstract forms to explore unseen energies and personal narratives. Drawing inspiration from celestial archetypes and esoteric symbolism, her work transforms the intangible into evocative, visual storytelling. In this interview, she shares her artistic journey, creative rituals, and the inspirations behind her latest series, Venus in the 12th.

Ai Sogawa Campbell's abstract work is deeply inspired by nature's fluid dynamics and her cultural roots in Japan. In this feature from AQ Volume 5, Campbell shares her creative journey, discussing her experimental process and the emotional impact of revisiting her homeland. From intricate ink pouring to personal stories of home and identity, Ai’s work invites viewers to explore the unexpected connections that shape her artistic path.

Through intricate layers of oil and mixed media, AQ Volume 5 artist Lïlï Dauphinee explores themes of neurodivergence, isolation, and unity. Her signature tic-tac marks embody the unseen bonds that connect us all, challenging the perception of separateness. Based in Belize, Dauphinee’s practice is shaped by her environment and personal journey, offering a profound perspective on our place within the greater whole. Read her full interview to learn more about her inspirations, challenges, and artistic rituals.

Haejin Yoo, a self-taught artist from Sydney, brings her surreal expressionist style to Issues 50, 51 and AQ Volume 5, showcasing her Woman in the Bath series. Known for integrating mixed media and vibrant imagery, Yoo’s work delves into themes of identity, introspection, and emotional vulnerability. Discover how her journey—from scientific studies to full-time artistry—shapes her compelling narrative.

Kelda Van Patten’s art plays with the boundaries between the artificial and the natural world, using layered techniques like collage and re-photography to create disorienting yet captivating visual spaces. In her latest interview, Van Patten reflects on her artistic journey, her process, and the influences that shape her practice. Get an inside look at her work and how she examines kitsch in her exploration of modern realities.

San Francisco-based artist Debra Cook Shapiro masterfully blends expressive brushstrokes and intricate collages to explore the emotions at the heart of social interactions. Her paintings celebrate both exuberance and quiet reflection, drawing inspiration from lush gardens, Mediterranean beaches, and intimate gatherings. Shapiro’s work invites viewers to experience the nuanced emotions of fleeting moments, as seen through the eyes of peripheral figures at these celebrations. Explore the joy, nostalgia, and complexity of human connections in her latest works.

Megan Elizabeth's abstract paintings invite viewers to experience nature’s beauty through dynamic layers of color and texture. Her work, inspired by the play of light and shadow on natural elements, has been showcased internationally and is collected by private and corporate collectors. Megan's artistic process, deeply rooted in the power of fleeting moments, explores the delicate balance between feminine energy and the natural world. Read more about how her paintings capture the essence of movement and light.

Once told she was "ungifted" in art, Shirley Wong’s creative journey took an unexpected turn after a decade-long career in corporate writing. Her latest work, Twisting Words, transforms discarded paper into sculptural landscapes that explore the fragile nature of language, media consumption, and personal transformation. Through meticulously twisted fragments of newspapers, magazines, and journals, Wong invites viewers to reconsider how we interpret and assign meaning in a chaotic world. Read more about her artistic process and inspiration in our latest blog.

Amy Spassov’s art, honed over three decades of self-directed exploration, reflects her profound connection to nature. Working with layers of paint and collage, she embarks on a journey of discovery with every piece she creates. Read about her process, the peace she finds in her studio, and how her work has resonated with collectors and art lovers worldwide.

Step into the intricate and meditative creations of Katarzyna Budka, a Warsaw-based artist known for her fusion of hand-drawn and digital techniques. With her "Guardians"—wild animals representing courage and creativity—at the heart of her works, Budka invites viewers to uncover hidden symbols and explore their own emotions within her evocative pieces. Learn more about the award-winning artist and her unique process that transforms art into self-care.

Indigene Theresa Gaskin’s narrative collages explore themes of identity, experience, and personal storytelling. With over two decades of artistic practice, she creates rich, layered compositions that merge symbols, forms, and words into evocative visual stories. Born in the Bronx to Caribbean heritage, Gaskin’s work invites viewers to embark on their own journey through her intricate collages, each piece offering a personal connection to her life and experiences. Learn more about her creative process and the stories behind her vibrant art in our interview.

Steph Blondet’s art serves as a powerful form of self-expression and healing. Through textured, sculptural paintings, she explores themes of personal growth, grief, and the societal pressures placed on women. With a background in graphic design and digital marketing, Blondet channels her creativity into works that reflect the highs and lows of the human experience, using color, texture, and form to convey universal messages of resilience and transformation. Read more to learn how she communicates her journey through intuitive art-making.

Carlotta Hey is a Melbourne-based product developer and freelance fashion illustrator whose practice explores the relationship between texture, form, and fashion. Through intricate mark-making, layered materials, and a refined approach to detail, Hey creates contemporary illustrations that reveal the emotion and structure embedded within garments.