New Zealand artist Emma Bass transforms the tradition of still-life into a powerful meditation on healing, impermanence, and beauty. In this interview, she shares how her background in nursing, her passion for flowers, and her exploration of decay and collaboration continue to shape her evolving practice.

In this edition of our Women Working in the Arts series, Alicia Puig interviews Ogechi Harry—lawyer, art advisor, and founder of Golden Our, a lifestyle brand celebrating stories from the African Diaspora. Through intentional collecting, she helps clients infuse their spaces with joy, cultural richness, and a sense of belonging.

In this intimate interview, artist Elise Wehle shares how working with natural materials like leaves and flowers grounds her creative process and reconnects her to the world around her. She reflects on the spiritual symbolism in her work, the transformative impact of visiting the Alhambra, and how her collages explore themes of memory, personal growth, and hope in uncertain times.

Federico Massa, widely known as Iena Cruz, transforms city walls into vivid narratives of climate justice and conservation. In this interview, the internationally acclaimed muralist shares how his roots in set design and graffiti inform his powerful visual language, how animals serve as symbols in his work, and what it means to send his art into space. Dive into his creative process and learn how he blends bold aesthetics with environmental activism.

South African-born, Hong Kong-based artist Mia Nel invites us into her world of sugar, ink, and cultural storytelling. With a background in graphic design and calligraphy, Mia has redefined traditional materials by using sugar as both medium and metaphor. In this interview, she shares her process, the cultural significance of Chinese sugar painting, and how her sculptures explore fragility, identity, and preservation in a globalized world.

An inspiring interview with Bojana Ilic, also known as BOJITT, a Serbian-born, U.S.-based artist and designer whose expressive abstract paintings have reached international acclaim—literally to the Moon via The Lunar Codex. She shares how emotion and storytelling shape her creative process, the influence of her move to the U.S., and how she’s merging tradition with modern expression to empower women through art.

In this reflective interview, photographer Raul Armas invites us into his world of quiet observation and emotional storytelling. Influenced by his architectural training and a deep appreciation for subtle beauty, Armas captures fleeting moments that evoke nostalgia, stillness, and connection. Through his lens, everyday life becomes a canvas for introspection and visual poetry.

In this colorful and heartfelt interview, UK-based artist Lucy Stevens invites us into her latest body of work, Blackbird—a deeply personal series inspired by her walks in nature, daily rituals, and love for birds. Learn how her connection with the natural world and creative journaling practice have shaped her evolving studio process.

Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman creates lush, symbolic paintings that blur the line between myth and memory. In this in-depth interview, she reflects on the impact of 3rd Wave Feminism, dream symbolism, and how her heroines navigate identity, power, and the unknown.

Painter Claire Elliott reflects on her deep connection to gardens, the concept of plant blindness, and the tension between nature and control. In this interview, she shares the evolution of her practice, the inspiration behind her striking botanical paintings, and how she captures the wild, overlooked, and mysterious life of plants.

Artist, writer, and poet Jocelyn Ulevicus explores themes of femininity, loss, and healing through her expressive floral paintings. In this interview, she shares how her creative journey has evolved, the deeper meaning behind her work, and why flowers serve as a powerful metaphor for transformation and resilience.

Discover the artistic journey of Melbourne-based creative Carlotta Hey, whose work blurs the boundaries between fashion illustration and fine art. In this interview, she shares insights into her transition from the fashion industry to fine art, the role of clothing in self-expression, and how minimalism enhances emotional storytelling in her work.

Kentucky-based artist Jeremy Booth captures the timeless spirit of the Wild West through striking minimalism, blending bold shapes and strong contrasts to bring Western iconography into contemporary fine art.

Lisa Alonzo’s unique painting technique blends beauty with difficult truths, using frosting-like textures to explore themes of consumption, deception, and the evolving role of AI in art.

Jennifer Peart’s work bridges the worlds of nature and science fiction, blending mid-century architecture, landscape painting history, and imaginative world-building. Through unconventional colors, textures, and spatial inversions, her paintings serve as portals to alternative realities, inviting viewers to rethink our relationship with the environment and the future of our planet.

Artist Kelda Van Patten discusses her unique process of layering collage, drawing, and re-photography to create disorienting and thought-provoking images that explore the interplay between kitsch and the natural world.

Step into Rob Croxford’s whimsical world, where neon nostalgia, humor, and nearly 1,900 pieces of art prove that creativity and resilience go hand in hand.

Discover how Margaret Zox Brown captures the beauty of ordinary moments in her vibrant, large-scale oil paintings. Through her art, she transforms everyday life into awe-inspiring works, offering connection and inspiration to viewers worldwide.

Alexandra McLaughlin, a self-taught artist based in Midland, Ontario, creates breathtaking acrylic paintings inspired by the water and landscapes of Georgian Bay. Her work reflects nostalgia, introspection, and a deep love for nature, aiming to foster greater respect and appreciation for the natural world. Explore her creative process and journey from paramedic to full-time artist.

In this interview, artist Carrie Lederer shares insights into her nature-inspired work, where she explores the beauty of fractals, ornate patterns, and the interconnectedness of the environment. Learn how her sculptures, paintings, and installations invite viewers to see the natural world in a new light, while addressing important themes like climate change and environmental stewardship.