Angela Thouless is a Scottish artist and designer, founder of the unisex urban t-shirt brand, Tribe All. Her series of spray can tribal mask paintings was inspired by a workshop she led in her home town of Aberdeen, during which she painted on old spray cans. The suite is an exotic and luxuriant array of tribal masks incorporating elements from African, Asian, and South American traditions.
INTERVIEW | Michel Jegerlehner
Michel Jegerlehner, a multifaceted artist, navigates through the visual arts, mixing precise technique and pure intuition. From advertising illustration to tattoo art to photography, his eclectic career has led him to develop an artistic vision where graphic detail meets boundless creativity. He continues to explore the multiple facets of his art, pushing the boundaries of his creativity.
INTERVIEW | Monika Kalinowska
Monika Kalinowska is a dedicated visual artist and creative entrepreneur. Beginning as a textile artist, Monika Kalinowska has expanded their artistic practice to include oil and figurative painting. Monika Kalinowska's work uniquely blends artistic vision with entrepreneurial spirit, bridging the gap between creativity and business.
INTERVIEW | Polina Kniaz-Petukhovsky
Polina Kniaz-Petukhovsky is a young female artist hailing from Dubai, whose creative endeavors delve into the exploration of hidden human emotions and internal imagery. In her artistic expression, Polina seamlessly intertwines the profound and intricate realm of sexuality, employing vivid colors and surrealistic forms to bring her vision to life on canvas.
INTERVIEW | Djamila Fierek
Djamila Fierek was born and raised in Wiesbaden, Germany, by an Algerian Father and a German Mother. She is a passionate artist who paints vibrant works in mixed media. Based in Munich and Scottsdale, Djamila translates her influences through her vibrant paintings, each of which is set to evoke a positive and emotional response from the observer.
INTERVIEW | Orkan Tan
Orkan Tan is German artist based in Stuttgart. Orkan Tan's works are deeply rooted in personal experience, offering viewers an unfiltered glimpse into his soul. His art challenges societal norms, embracing the self, which has shaped him into the unique individual he is today. In addition to painting, Orkan works with various media, including photography, scanning techniques, poetry.
INTERVIEW | Kimi Kuniyoshi
Kimi Kuniyoshi is a dynamic and talented artist whose unwavering dedication to artistic expression has defined her life's journey. With a portfolio of captivating artwork that displays her talent and commitment, Kimi has showcased her creations in many online and physical exhibitions. Each abstract painting becomes a window into a world shaped by memory, emotion, and personal reflection.
INTERVIEW | Anton Kolesnikov
Anton Kolesnikov is a self-taught artist. Born in Russia, he is currently living in Spain. In art, Anton looks for unintentional and passionate qualities. These qualities tend to come from a place in an artist's mind that is hard to observe directly but can be easily felt once they become a painting.
INTERVIEW | Reshmi Pillay
Reshmi Pillay is an Indian artist, currently pursuing a Master of Arts (MA) in painting at Manchester Metropolitan University. While her work ethic is unquestionable, her exceptional artistic talent truly shines in her deliberate use of dark and enigmatic backgrounds in her watercolor creations. Her ultimate aspiration is to construct a storyline that surpasses a singular perspective.
INTERVIEW | Aysegul Demir Tatar
Aysegul Demir Tatar, born in 1991 in Mersin, is a Türkiye-based artist. She focuses on the imagery of mountains in her artworks. She portrays mountains on canvas both as massive forms and as abstract pieces. Just as mountains have continued to form from the past to the present, Aysegul connects with them as a means of expression in her artistic journey.
INTERVIEW | Svetlana Shavrina
Svetlana Shavrina is an Eastern European painter based in Dubai, UAE, and a member of the Artists Trade Union of Russia. Her journey to canvas is unique, weaving together the precision of mathematics with the fluidity of art. Her oil paintings celebrate the beauty and emotion of nature. Inspired by Impressionism, she uses vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes to capture the feeling of being in a landscape.
INTERVIEW | Sabine Hahn
As an artist, Sabine Hahn sees herself as a translator of the world as she encounters it. Her work is not limited to one medium, but rather, she uses a variety to express her vision. Her oil paintings are created from the movement and mood of the period in which they were made, while with photography Sabine enjoys capturing short-term moments, be it a shadow, a reflex, a color, a state, or just a good moment she encounters on city walks or travels.
INTERVIEW | Mark Sajatovich
Mark Sajatovich is an artist, historian, and educator whose creative journey is guided by a profound belief in the enduring role of art in our chaotic world. In his eyes, art is a powerful reminder that contemplation and communication remain the cornerstone upon which a brighter future can be built.
INTERVIEW | Mike Kasongo
Mike Kasongo is a self-taught artist born in Kinshasa, D.R. Congo, and currently based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He harmoniously blends the rich cultural tapestry of African heritage with the timeless elegance of European Renaissance art. Through masterful creations, he invites viewers on a journey that transcends borders.
INTERVIEW | Wu-Peng Huang
Wu-Peng Huang is a Taiwanese artist working primarily with painting. In his paintings, the audience can discover a tendency toward idealism, which tells us that even if the significance of an object with the feature of realism is also related to what is beyond its container. Thus, his subjective cogitation is reasonably the objective world in which he lives.
INTERVIEW | He Wenya
Wenya He is a distinguished artist and educator specializing in Chinese calligraphy. With a Master’s degree in Fine Arts Calligraphy from Capital Normal University College of Chinese Calligraphy Culture Research Institute, Wenya has an extensive background in both the practice and teaching of this traditional art form.
INTERVIEW | Joe Taveras
Joe Taveras is a mixed media artist and designer who approaches painting with a unique sensibility, which is informed by his background as a roboticist. Fusing science and philosophy into his gestures, Taveras' bold, colorful expressions are rooted in explorations into how matter moves and interacts with the environment and universe. His practice revolves around three key themes: oneness, human mind, and technology.
INTERVIEW | Mel Quintana
Mel Quintana, a distinguished Cuban-American artist based in Tampa, Florida, has captivated audiences with her powerful and vibrant artworks. Born to Cuban immigrants, Mel's heritage deeply influences her creative vision, infusing her pieces with rich cultural narratives and emotional depth. A hallmark of Mel Quintana's work is her extensive use of the color red.
INTERVIEW | Wendell Smith
Wendell Smith (b.1972) is a contemporary artist currently living and working in Atlanta, GA. His work reflects the rich visual traditions of the Caribbean, incorporating Afro elements and folk culture. The work probes the questions of existence and the human relationship to both the interior (psychological) and exterior (physical) worlds that define contemporary reality.