Emily Parsons is a Brooklyn-based artist blending her background in art direction with a passion for capturing the beauty in ordinary moments. Her work explores themes of modernity, time, and place through glowing lighting, thoughtful expressions, and impressionist brushstrokes. Parsons invites viewers to find art in the world around them, from sunsets to subtle textures, celebrating the charm hidden in everyday life.

Discover the serene yet powerful works of Ali Enache, a minimalist artist whose color field paintings evoke deep emotion and connection. Featured in AQ Volume 4, Enache's pieces, created with delicate layers of diluted acrylics, reflect the beauty of simplicity and the complexities of motherhood and self-expression. Explore how her journey back to painting transformed her life and practice in this insightful interview.

In AQ Volume 4, we showcase Nuohan Jiang, a talented painter whose work transcends the physical, inviting viewers to explore themes of time, impermanence, and connection with the cosmos. Through a delicate blend of symbolism and vivid brushwork, Jiang creates meditative pieces that challenge conventional perceptions of reality, offering a quiet refuge amid the chaos of modern life. Discover her journey as an artist and the powerful messages woven through her paintings.

Britt Michaelian’s distinctive artistic approach blends the healing practices of Reiki with the raw materials of nature, such as soil from energy vortexes and powdered minerals. Featured in AQ Volume 4, her meditative abstract works are not only visual expressions but transmissions of energy intended to heal people, pets, plants, and places. Discover how her unique fusion of art and healing rituals shapes a profound connection with the viewer, offering both aesthetic pleasure and spiritual nourishment.

Anika Geldner, an artist featured in AQ Volume 4, creates intricate abstract works that reflect her deep connection to colors, shapes, and emotions. Inspired by masters like Paul Klee and Wassily Kandinsky, as well as her own travels and personal interactions, Anika’s work bridges inner emotion and external reality. Read more about her creative process and artistic journey.

From the bustling streets of New York to the architectural details found in Taipei, Francine Hsu Davis’s work explores the complexities of memory, place, and identity. Through her rich layers of oil paint, Davis recreates the urban landscapes she encounters, using color and texture to evoke a sense of nostalgia and familiarity. Read more about how her cultural roots and personal experiences shape her artistic process in Issue 46 of Create! Magazine.

Poonam Khanna’s acrylic paintings turn rainy days into meditative moments of beauty, reflection, and resilience. With soft edges and vibrant grounds, her work explores how urban life is transformed when viewed through a rain-soaked lens. Discover how the artist finds grace in the everyday, from misty streets to glimmering reflections.

Painter Emeline Agnew crafts still lifes that delve into themes of life, death, and the uncanny. Drawing from Victorian symbolism, Pre-Raphaelite art, and the eerie stasis of 80s horror, her works explore the tension between the mundane and the monstrous. By incorporating human forms and everyday objects, Agnew invites viewers into a realm of haunting beauty and ambiguity. Learn more about her process and inspirations in our latest blog post.

Kim Tateo's art invites viewers into a world of vibrant imagination and heartfelt reflection. Her dreamlike, layered landscapes transform internal emotion into meditative visual journeys, exploring themes of interconnectedness, impermanence, and inner light. Through intricate layers of color, glitter, and blacklight-responsive paint, her work evokes dreaming, playfulness, and peace. Rooted in her experiences as a shepherd and her studies of plant spirit medicine, Kim crafts immersive experiences influenced by nature, music, and mindfulness. Her art is part of The Spirit World virtual exhibition, a showcase exploring ghosts, myth, and the mystical unseen, revealing the magic hidden within her creations.

Erin Starr, an award-winning artist from Rhode Island, combines abstract beauty with environmental commentary in her award-winning paintings. In AQ Volume 4, she explores the delicate balance of nature and the pressing issue of climate change. Through layered textures and vivid landscapes, Starr creates a visual and emotional experience, inviting viewers to reflect on our planet's fragility and the need for environmental stewardship. Explore how her dynamic works bridge art with the urgent conversation around our planet’s future.

Aubrey Maurer, a sculptor and painter from Lancaster, PA, brings nature to life through her unique blend of organic forms and abstract elements. In AQ Volume 4, she shares her journey of capturing the beauty of impermanence, inspired by the natural world. Maurer's work invites viewers to reflect on the transient beauty around us, inviting a deeper emotional connection to both her art and the environment.

Misha René Gundersen, a Nashville-based artist, merges surrealism, cubism, and expressionism to create emotionally evocative paintings and ceramics. Featured in AQ Volume 4, her work explores the intimate connections between the surreal and the mundane, influenced by a cowboy upbringing and vivid nightmares. Gundersen's practice challenges the boundaries of reality and abstraction, offering a raw and personal look at life through her bold, expressive style.

Painter and sketch artist Alex Wissenbach shares her artistic evolution in AQ Volume 4. From her intricate lightbulb designs born during lockdown to her recent sea-inspired watercolors influenced by a move to Australia, Alex's work captures moments of creativity, self-discovery, and joy. This issue marks her first public showcase beyond personal platforms, offering a glimpse into her vibrant artistic world.

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.

Explore the powerful and intimate paintings of Melanie Farrenkopf, a German artist whose vibrant oil works examine the intersections of personal space and contemporary issues. Known for her bathroom series, Farrenkopf invites viewers to confront themes of vulnerability, self-expression, and societal reflection, all framed within the glow of evocative lighting. Learn more about her creative process, inspirations, and the unique approach that makes her work both polarizing and captivating.

Keren Toledano's art invites viewers into a world of chaos, patterns, and hidden meaning. With a background in creative writing, Toledano blends abstract collage, vivid stains, and bold geometry to create a visual language that resonates with our understanding of the world. Her work captures the inescapable uncertainty of life, offering a unique exploration of how we perceive and interpret the world around us. Discover the process and philosophy behind her striking, layered creations.

Faustine Badrichani's artwork explores the delicate intersection of intimacy and universality through powerful portrayals of the female body. Her paintings, sculptures, and works on paper offer a unique glimpse into feminine energy, focusing on empowerment, vulnerability, and personal sensations. Badrichani's approach transcends traditional representations, aiming to connect deeply with the viewer through the universal experience of womanhood. Visit her profile to learn more about her creative journey and the evolving themes in her practice.

In this interview with artist Taegan Treichel, we dive into his creative process, where the mythical meets the playful. His works, deeply rooted in personal memory and folklore, transform everyday moments into vibrant celebrations. From his beginnings in painting to his exploration of digital tools, Treichel invites viewers into a world where ceremonies are reimagined with humor and surrealism.

Damien Chauvier's artwork invites viewers into lush, surreal landscapes that balance dreams and reality. With themes of escapism, roots, and belonging, his works, such as "Le Paradis Perdu," stir emotions of both melancholy and hope. Learn more about his artistic journey and his upcoming solo exhibition in Toulouse, featured in Create! Magazine Issue 46.

Octavia Greig, an English-American artist, captures the rhythm and chaos of urban life with a masterful blend of oil painting and intricate photo collaging. Inspired by the bustling streets of Mexico City, her work transforms fleeting moments into surreal yet familiar scenes, inviting viewers to rediscover the beauty of everyday life. Explore her journey from London to Mexico and her upcoming artist residency in New York City in this exclusive feature.