The Latest on the Blog
Danielle Clough on Art, Embroidery, and Following Creative Instincts
Discover how Danielle Clough redefined embroidery as contemporary art. In this inspiring episode of Art & Cocktails, she opens up about finding her voice, building a unique career, and the powerful intersection of craft and culture.
Finding Her Own Voice: Sharon Harms' Journey from Design to Painting
In this inspiring interview, artist Sharon Harms reflects on her transition from a celebrated career in graphic design to painting professionally, sharing how her background in visual storytelling continues to shape her work today.
Dina Brodsky and the Magic of Miniature Paintings
Miniature paintings, slow travel, and a dream fulfilled—Dina Brodsky returns to Italy and captures its radiance in a luminous new exhibition at Paradigm Gallery.
How Samantha Dion Baker Built a Creative Life Through Sketchbooks, Storytelling, and Simplicity
Discover how artist and author Samantha Dion Baker built a sustainable art practice and career through sketchbooks, storytelling, and creative simplicity.
Through the Rain-Blurred Glass: A Conversation with Poonam Khanna
Toronto-based artist Poonam Khanna transforms rainy cityscapes into luminous, dreamlike paintings. In this feature, she shares her creative journey, unique process using a “portable window,” and the emotional resonance behind her vibrant acrylic works.
Lauren E. Peters on Identity, Costumes, and Creative Growth — Podcast and Interview
In this intimate artist feature and Art & Cocktails podcast episode, Lauren E. Peters shares her journey with self-portraiture, identity, costuming, and creative longevity. From returning to painting after a hiatus to balancing art with a career in the arts, Lauren offers powerful insights into building a meaningful, sustainable practice.
lana Wajcberg: Botanical Abstraction, Memory, and Deep Femininity in Contemporary Brazilian Art
Discover Ilana Wajcberg’s layered, botanical-inspired works that blend architecture, identity, and emotion in powerful explorations of femininity and form.
The Hidden Labor: Art Handling, Installation, and Creative Career Building with Orlando Saverino-Loeb
Discover the hidden labor behind galleries and exhibitions with artist and art handler Orlando Saverino-Loeb. We explore installation, creative careers, and building a business that supports the art world from the ground up.
How to Sell Your Art with Ease: Lessons From 15 Years as a Working Artist
Selling art doesn’t have to be complicated or feel out of reach. In this personal piece, Ekaterina Popova shares what she’s learned about authentic sales over the past 15 years—plus the mindset shifts, sales process, and timeless principles that still apply in today’s art world. Originally published on Create! Dispatch on Substack, we’re sharing it here to inspire artists at all stages of their journey.
New Release: AQ Volume 6 – A Bold Celebration of Contemporary Women Artists
Art Queens Volume 6 is here! Curated by award-winning curator and podcast host Gita Joshi, this new edition of Create! Magazine features over 30 powerful women artists working across diverse media. Get a behind-the-scenes look at their practices, stories, and bold visions shaping the future of contemporary art.
Cohle Gallery in Menorca: Emergency Exit Exhibition + Create! Magazine Issue #52 Launch
Join Create! Magazine and Cohle Gallery in Menorca for the launch of Emergency Exit, a summer exhibition exploring creative escape. Discover 20 international artists and the release of Issue #52—featuring vibrant interviews, curator insights, and full-color spreads of contemporary art.
Turn On the Light: James Miille’s First Solo Exhibition in Mexico City
Fine art photographer James Miille presents Turn On the Light, his debut solo exhibition in Mexico City at ALMANAQUE-fotográfica. On view June 12–29, 2025, the show explores resilience, queerness, and self-portraiture through surreal, emotionally charged imagery.
Left Unsaid: The Quiet Power of Impermanence at Hashimoto Contemporary
Discover Left Unsaid, a thought-provoking group exhibition at Hashimoto Contemporary NYC featuring thirteen artists who explore the beauty and complexity of impermanence through intimate, symbolic works. On view June 21 – July 26, 2025.
Ask Kat Anything: Real Answers on Art Pricing, Collectors, Confidence, and More
In this Q&A episode of Art & Cocktails, artist and coach Ekaterina Popova answers real questions from emerging and mid-career artists about art pricing, finding collectors online, overcoming self-doubt, and building a sustainable creative career. Discover practical tips on framing, taxes, artist residencies, and mindset tools to grow your art business with confidence.
Bridging Strength and Sensitivity: The Sculptural World of Mia Bureau
In this in-depth interview, Montreal-based sculptor Mia Bureau shares the inspiration behind her Femme-Bridge series, blending steel structures with the female form to redefine beauty, resilience, and connection through contemporary sculpture.
A World of Color and Joy: Inside the Imaginative Lens of Suzanne Ranzijn
Discover the vibrant world of Suzanne Ranzijn, a playful contemporary photographer whose work brings bold color, childhood joy, and imaginative storytelling to life. In this interview, she shares how toys inspire her artistic style, why her subjects remain anonymous, and how she captures happiness through her lens.
Maggie Smith on Writing, Art, and Making Peace with the Messy Creative Life
In this Art & Cocktails episode, poet and bestselling author Maggie Smith shares heartfelt insights on creativity, sustainability, vulnerability, and building a lasting artistic practice.

