Arlo McWhorter
Discover the compelling work of Arlo, a 16-year-old urban explorer and photographer from Washington, D.C., who captures the raw beauty of abandoned and surreal spaces, inspiring curiosity and adventure.
Carolin Wood
Carolin Wood’s art reflects her passion for preserving wild spaces and fostering community in urban environments. Influenced by her rural upbringing, her work explores feminine energy, motherhood, and the impact of gentrification.
Jeff Stauder
Discover Jeff Stauder’s Mythic West, a thought-provoking exploration of wild west legends and classical myths. His work blends representation and abstraction to challenge the narratives of history and visual culture.
Simone Tomasello
Discover the vibrant art of Simone Tomasello, blending animation techniques, mixed media, and influences from pop culture, internet trends, and personal stories to create striking figurative compositions.
Jade Jaroszenski
Jade Jaroszenski’s bold use of color and expressive mark-making brings everyday landscapes to life, capturing fleeting moments and memories. Her work blends observation with imagination. Learn how Jaroszenski's unique process reflects both her personal connection to nature and the abstract qualities of the places she depicts.
Rebeca Lopera
Dive into the world of Rebeca Lopera, an AQ Volume 4 artist whose work bridges personal and cultural narratives. By incorporating materials like plaster, ceramics, and found objects, she creates evocative sculptures that explore bilingualism, identity, and belonging. Learn how her conceptual practice transforms fragile elements into deeply resonant artworks.
Veronika Krämer
Discover the work of Veronika Krämer, an AQ Volume IV artist based in Berlin, Germany. Krämer’s abstract geometric paintings focus on the interplay of simple lines and shapes to create intricate rhythmic compositions. In her recent "Reconstruction" series, she pushes boundaries by repurposing deconstructed canvases, crafting compelling new works from fragments of her previous art. Learn more about her inspiring journey and creative process.
Victoria Veedell
In AQ Volume 4, we dive into the work of Victoria Veedell, an artist whose captivating landscapes explore the emotional depth of nature. Through her innovative use of light and color, Veedell invites viewers to experience the transient beauty of the natural world, encouraging moments of mindfulness and introspection. With works inspired by her walks through San Francisco and artist residencies around the globe, her paintings reveal a profound connection between humanity and the environment.
Olivia Cohen
Olivia Cohen, an artist blending realism with an expressive technique, brings life to ordinary moments through her vibrant oil paintings. Her recent work explores the delicate relationship between nature, color, and emotion, often depicting flowers in a symbiotic connection between art and the natural world. In our latest blog, discover how Cohen navigates the balance between personal expression and commercial success, offering a glimpse into her creative process and inspiration. Read more to understand how her work invites viewers into a space of introspection and visual joy.
Ana Sneeringer
Ana Sneeringer’s artistic practice is a vivid reflection of the complexities of womanhood across cultures. With a diverse range of media—watercolor, acrylic, and digital—her work brings forth a visual narrative of feminine resilience, evolution, and self-empowerment. Drawing inspiration from her global experiences, Sneeringer captures the emotional journey of women through subtle gradations of color and symbolic landscapes, celebrating strength, vulnerability, and growth. Explore how her art continues to make waves globally, from international exhibitions to being featured in renowned publications.
Joe Hedges
Joe Hedges is a multidisciplinary artist whose work investigates the tension between digital and tactile experiences in contemporary life. By blending traditional oil painting with digital screens, tablets, and unexpected materials, Hedges creates compelling pieces that provoke curiosity and contemplation. His practice challenges viewers to reflect on how technology shapes our consciousness and culture while celebrating the creative possibilities that arise from the intersection of art history and modern media. Explore his transformative approach to art in this featured interview.
Sierra Kanistanaux
Sierra Kanistanaux crafts ceramic statement pieces that transform subconscious experiences into tangible art. Inspired by her surroundings—from the architecture of France and London to the natural beauty of Montana and Northern California—she integrates texture and pattern into her work, creating pieces that evoke the unseen stories within the spaces we inhabit. Discover her unique approach and creative philosophy in this artist feature.
Reagan Hayhurst
Featured in AQ Volume 4, Reagan Hayhurst is a multidisciplinary artist crafting conceptual jewelry and mixed media abstract art. Her work, blending materials like fibers, metal, and paint, explores themes of curiosity, wonder, and self-discovery. Learn how her innovative process combines construction, deconstruction, and storytelling to evoke a sense of awe and reflection.
Katrina Dienno
Katrina Dienno, featured in AQ Volume IV, is a printmaker and storyteller redefining the portrayal of women in mythology, folklore, and fairytales. Through large-scale black-and-white woodcuts, Dienno crafts subversive and powerful commentaries on feminism, violence, and cultural ideals of beauty. Explore her evocative work and artistic journey in our latest feature.
Kelly Angelovic
Kelly Angelovic's art captures the vibrant beauty found in ordinary moments, from tranquil landscapes to intimate still lifes. Featured in AQ Volume IV, Angelovic uses oils, acrylics, and gouache to create dynamic, colorful works that invite viewers to appreciate the world around them. Discover her creative journey from graphic design to becoming a full-time painter and how she finds inspiration in daily life, even amid challenges like imposter syndrome and creative blocks.
Kanako Togawa
Kanako Togawa, a glass artist from Japan, merges the delicate qualities of glass with traditional Japanese ink to express complex themes of life, death, and the invisible presence of nature. Featured in AQ Volume IV, her works offer a rich exploration of memory and emotion, drawing inspiration from Shinto and Zen Buddhist principles. With an international exhibition record and a unique artistic perspective, Togawa’s work invites viewers to connect with nature in a profound and personal way.
Cat Crotchett
Cat Crotchett’s bold encaustic works are a reflection of both personal and societal transformation. As an AQ Volume IV Artist, her art uses abstract patterns to symbolize emotional and cultural layers, creating compositions full of texture, color, and meaning. With over three decades of artistic experience, Crotchett blends intention and acceptance in her creative process, allowing for unexpected risks and discoveries in her vibrant works. Visit her interview to dive deeper into her compelling journey.
Susan Grace
Susan Grace, an AQ Volume IV artist, creates compelling figurative oil paintings that explore themes of identity, transformation, and narrative through surreal and abstract approaches. Her academic background in literature and theater informs her work, inspiring deeply layered interpretations of the female figure. Grace’s paintings, widely exhibited across the U.S., invite viewers into unfinished dramas where the gaze and form provoke dialogue about metamorphosis and autonomy.
Christina Contaldi
Christina Contaldi, a New Jersey-based artist featured in AQ Volume 4, shares her journey from a decade-long career in Graphic Design to rediscovering her passion for painting. Inspired by the healing power of nature, Christina's work reflects themes of connection, spirituality, and personal growth. Discover how she navigates challenges, embraces experimentation, and creates art that fosters peace and tranquility.
Pamella Diegor
Pamella Diegor's artwork is a celebration of positivity, where the heart serves as both a symbol and a transformative force. Working primarily with plaster, clay, and acrylics, she creates color-saturated paintings and sculptures that aim to inspire and connect. Dive into her creative journey and explore how she builds her dreamscape, the Heart Archive, one artwork at a time.