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 intimate conversation, artist and printmaker Cheryl Agulnick Hochberg joins Ekaterina Popova to reflect on a life shaped by creative reinvention, artist residencies, and deep engagement with place. From her years in academia to her full-time studio practice, Cheryl shares the power of listening to the land, making art on your own terms, and starting again at any stage of life.

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.

Presented by Create! Magazine and Visionary Art Collective, Of Land & Longing is a curated virtual exhibition showcasing contemporary artists from around the world who explore landscape as muse and metaphor. Through traditional and abstract interpretations, this show reflects on themes of place, identity, and our connection to the natural world. Featuring a digital catalog and global visibility, the exhibition honors the power of nature and memory in contemporary art.

Discover The Rose Book by Phaidon—a breathtaking collection of over 220 images exploring the rose’s role in art, fashion, fragrance, and history. Featuring essays by Kristine Paulus, Amy de la Haye, and Victoria Gaiger.

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.

Discover the finalists and special mentions for Of Land & Longing, a global virtual exhibition celebrating contemporary landscape art, curated by Create! Magazine and Visionary Art Collective.

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.

Discover how Sacramento-based artist Jennifer Peart blends nature, mid-century design, and sci-fi influences into her visionary landscapes. In this Art & Cocktails podcast episode, she shares her creative journey, inspirations, and tips for artists looking to find their voice and visual language.

Anthropocene Pastoral is a short film by Clare Celeste Börsch that explores the emotional impact of biodiversity loss through poetry, dance, sound, and visual storytelling. Released during the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP 16), this immersive project reflects on the beauty and grief of a changing world.

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.