The Latest on the Blog
Vessels for Worlds | Noémie Marmara at Les Casemates de la Création, Antibes
Multidisciplinary artist Noémie Marmara presents Vessels for Worlds, a solo exhibition of sculptural ceramic works and film photography at Les Casemates de la Création in Antibes, France, on view July 2 through July 29, 2026.
Alexandra Niculescu: Painting the Unstoppable Body
In this interview, Bucharest-based artist Alexandra Niculescu reflects on the influence of Calea Victoriei, the emergence of her "Arcs of Hope," and how painting became a space for transformation, healing, and resilience.
Made to Appear | Viraj Khanna & Brian Robertson at GR Gallery New York
Viraj Khanna and Brian Robertson present new textile and mixed media works at GR Gallery in New York, on view June 19 through August 1, 2026. Explore themes of identity, authenticity, and the performative nature of social media culture.
"WOMEN OF WATER, WOMEN OF EARTH" A Solo Exhibition by Natalie Karpushenko
The Untitled Space presents "Women of Water, Women of Earth," a solo exhibition by photographer and environmental artist Natalie Karpushenko, on view June 25 through July 17, 2026 in New York.
The Dog's Gaze: How Our Oldest Companions Became the Secret Subject of Art History
From Giotto to Hockney, dogs have watched over Western art for thousands of years. Historian Thomas W. Laqueur's new book asks why, and what that says about us.
The Mundane Is the Muse: Yahel Yan on Chairs, Hot Sauce, and 100 Days of Painting + Q&A
Kick off the summer with an honest art world check-in as Kat discusses the power of reclaiming your creative privacy. Then, tune in for a joyful conversation with San Diego based Mexican painter Yahel Yan. Discover how a 100 day challenge blossomed into a beautiful solo exhibition and why she views abandoned street chairs as vivid portraits waiting to be painted.
Painting Slowed Perception: Interview with International Contemporary Artist Katrin Rymsha
Katrin Rymsha is a Russian-born artist whose practice bridges symbolism and abstract figurative painting through a distinctive and expressive use of color. Born in Siberia and educated at the Novosibirsk State University of Architecture, Design and Arts, she has exhibited internationally across Europe, the United States, and Asia. Her work is held in private collections worldwide and has been presented in museums in New York and St. Petersburg.
Simplifying Content Creation for Makers with Brand Photographer Nicole Bedard
Brand photographer and video storyteller Nicole Bedard shares practical strategies for artists and makers who want to document their creative process, build a personal brand, and show up consistently online without the overwhelm.
Standing in the Light: Anese Eun Cho on Lighthouses, Childhood Portals, and the Art of Finding Home
For Anese Eun Cho, a lighthouse is not just a symbol. It is a structure made of light that lets you be fully visible without walls, fully protected without hiding. In this interview, she talks about childhood portals, strangers who stayed until sunrise, and what it means to transform pain into something that gives others hope.
Home Is Where You Carry It: Alice d'Apolito on Nomadic Identity, Whimsy, and the Art of the Visual Diary
Alice d'Apolito paints visual diaries on wood, populating them with an alter ego, a childhood rabbit, and five pet snails. In this interview, the Italian global nomad talks about whimsy as emotional architecture, the slow philosophy of snails, and what it means to build a dream studio without walls.
Creative Wayfinding: Nicole Shannon on Belief, Perception, and the Art of Navigating Uncertainty
Nicole Shannon's practice began at a jeweler's bench and has since expanded into an inquiry spanning painting, sculpture, writing, and research. In this interview, she reflects on Creative Wayfinding, the tension between fragility and possibility, and what it means to use creativity not just to make art, but to navigate life.
Temporary Cosmologies: Jana Astanov on Ritual, Astrofeminism, and the Art of Transmission
Jana Astanov moves between performance, installation, sound, and myth — building what she calls "temporary cosmologies." In this interview, she reflects on her oracular persona Agni Jnana Yannanda, the living traditions of Baltic and Slavic folk practice, and what it means to hold transformation without collapsing it.
What Survives the Fire: Larry Ossei-Mensah on Clay, Curating, and Creative Excellence
n an era of digital shortcuts and viral trends, independent curator and artist Larry Ossei-Mensah joins Kat to talk about the grounding power of artistic rigor, approaching new mediums with a beginner’s mind, and the uncompromising pursuit of excellence.
Petite Pleasures and Big Dreams: Jo Gamel on Building a Pluridisciplinary Practice
Philadelphia artist Jo Gamel joins the Create! Podcast to talk daily painting habits, building a pluridisciplinary practice, her miniatures series from the 100-Day Challenge, and how a dream she set in coaching led her from the Louvre to the Stockholm Affordable Art Fair.
Indira Cesarine on Building a Creative Career and Community on Her Own Terms
Artist, photographer, and curator Indira Cesarine, founder of The Untitled Space in Tribeca, New York, joins the Create Podcast to discuss eleven years of exhibitions, financial sustainability in the arts, championing women artists, and returning to her own painting practice.
Liz Lidgett on Making Art Accessible for Every Home
Gallery owner and author Liz Lidgett shares how artists can connect with collectors, price their work for real homes, and build a career from anywhere.
Protecting Art Spaces: A Conversation with Amy Cavanaugh of Maryland Art Place
On this episode of the Create! Podcast, Maryland Art Place Executive Director Amy Cavanaugh shares her transition from touring cellist to arts leader and discusses the vital role of physical art spaces.
IN FULL BLOOM: Group Exhibition at The Untitled Space, Curated by Indira Cesarine
The Untitled Space presents IN FULL BLOOM, a group exhibition featuring 34 women artists exploring floral and botanical imagery as a site of transformation, identity, and power. On view in Tribeca, New York, with a Tribeca Gallery Night opening May 15, 2026.
Issue #56: The 2026 Create! Magazine Women's Edition
Create! Magazine's 2026 Women's Edition features 42 contemporary women artists, six in-depth interviews, and guest curation by internationally recognized art collector and advisor Sonia Borrell. Available now as a digital subscription and print on demand through Amazon.

