Jessie Weitzel Le Grand crafts sculptural objects from imagined alternate realities, offering glimpses into dimensions with their own rules and logic. Her work, recently exhibited internationally, explores the idea of communication between these worlds and our own. Through playful yet mysterious forms, she invites viewers to engage with the unknown. Read more about her process and inspirations in our latest feature.

Sommer Roman’s art draws us back to our wild, interconnected selves through an exploration of plant, animal, and human forms. Using mundane materials like post-consumer clothing and natural items, Roman creates work that dismantles disconnectedness and embraces the wild feminine. Read more about her recent exhibitions and how her art merges surrealism, craft, and feminism.

Maria Blokhina's Sadaveena collection is a stunning fusion of art and sustainability, featuring handmade fabric plants crafted from discarded textiles. With a focus on eco-conscious design and upcycling, Blokhina's work challenges us to reconsider our relationship with waste and embrace the potential for transformation in everyday materials. Explore how her art not only creates beauty but also fosters a deeper connection to the environment.

Yuya Saito’s art is a reflection of the ever-changing cityscape—where chaos, movement, and fleeting moments converge. Inspired by his roots in skateboarding and street culture, Saito utilizes curved shapes and traditional bentwood techniques to create abstract representations of urban life. His work interweaves architectural structures and city materials, offering a fresh perspective that transcends conventional art history and street culture narratives.

For over 25 years, Sasja Hagens has created dynamic, colorful paintings and sculptures inspired by her deep-rooted maritime heritage. Influenced by her family's naval background and a passion for adventure, her work captures the energy of harbors, the movement of ships, and the limitless possibilities of the sea. From large-scale solo exhibitions to museum collections worldwide, Hagens’ work invites viewers to embark on a visual journey across waves of color and emotion.

Betsy Wild’s sculptural works transform animals into powerful emotional conduits, weaving narratives of connection, memory, and human experience. Drawing from a background in illustration and product design, her clay sculptures embody the delicate balance of relationships through expressive compositions and intricate storytelling. Discover how her work invites viewers to reflect on their own narratives in this feature on Create! Magazine.

Once told she was "ungifted" in art, Shirley Wong’s creative journey took an unexpected turn after a decade-long career in corporate writing. Her latest work, Twisting Words, transforms discarded paper into sculptural landscapes that explore the fragile nature of language, media consumption, and personal transformation. Through meticulously twisted fragments of newspapers, magazines, and journals, Wong invites viewers to reconsider how we interpret and assign meaning in a chaotic world. Read more about her artistic process and inspiration in our latest blog.

Kate Rasmussen, also known as CP KATE, elevates everyday objects with a touch of irony and humor in her sculptural collages. From food molds to historical references, her work combines whimsical pop culture with classical imagery, resulting in a contemporary take on the past. Discover how Kate’s distinctive approach brings levity and creative tension to the art world.

Steph Blondet’s art serves as a powerful form of self-expression and healing. Through textured, sculptural paintings, she explores themes of personal growth, grief, and the societal pressures placed on women. With a background in graphic design and digital marketing, Blondet channels her creativity into works that reflect the highs and lows of the human experience, using color, texture, and form to convey universal messages of resilience and transformation. Read more to learn how she communicates her journey through intuitive art-making.

Franco-Lebanese-American artist Kelly Halabi invites us to witness the profound layers of history, violence, and memory through her striking sculptures. From rock-like forms to bombed building fragments, Halabi’s work speaks to the scars of both personal and collective trauma. With a bold mix of materials and a raw exploration of color and texture, her art transforms destruction into enduring beauty. Read more about how Halabi's creations evoke both a deep past and the complexities of the present.

Luke Watson’s art is an exploration of the changing landscapes of the American West. Through vibrant, hyper-saturated paintings and delicate paper sculptures, Watson interprets his deep connection to nature and its complex cycles of life, decay, and regeneration. In his current body of work, he blends traditional representational techniques with sculptural elements to raise questions about our relationship with the land and its fragility. Discover the inspirations and processes that drive his unique artistic vision.

Aubrey Maurer, a sculptor and painter from Lancaster, PA, brings nature to life through her unique blend of organic forms and abstract elements. In AQ Volume 4, she shares her journey of capturing the beauty of impermanence, inspired by the natural world. Maurer's work invites viewers to reflect on the transient beauty around us, inviting a deeper emotional connection to both her art and the environment.

Charlotte Szynskie, a Denver-based sculptor, transitioned from a 33-year career in electrical engineering to pursue her passion for figurative bronze sculpture. Her work, which captures gravity-defying moments and lifelike forms, has been showcased in over 20 juried exhibitions, earning accolades like the Best in Show award at the Loveland Library Galleria. Featured in AQ Volume IV, her story celebrates the transformative power of art and relentless dedication.

Muyan Gao’s paper pulp sculptures explore the intersection of form and function, blending organic curves with vibrant colors to create works that not only please the eye but also serve a purpose in everyday life. Featured in AQ Volume 4, Gao’s innovative approach uses recycled materials to reflect on the relationship between art, nature, and the human experience. Through her work, she invites viewers to reflect on their inner worlds and the role they play within the larger universe.

Super Future Kid's work offers a visual playground where vibrant colors and dynamic avatars capture the essence of life’s fleeting nature. Through her digital art, she explores themes of childhood wonder, self-awareness, and existential reflection. From Berlin to Brooklyn, her art has become a global statement, inviting viewers to engage with their inner child while contemplating the delicate balance between creation and destruction. Get to know more about this celebrated artist and her journey into the intersection of reality and fantasy.

Dive into the world of Rebeca Lopera, an AQ Volume 4 artist whose work bridges personal and cultural narratives. By incorporating materials like plaster, ceramics, and found objects, she creates evocative sculptures that explore bilingualism, identity, and belonging. Learn how her conceptual practice transforms fragile elements into deeply resonant artworks.

Pamella Diegor's artwork is a celebration of positivity, where the heart serves as both a symbol and a transformative force. Working primarily with plaster, clay, and acrylics, she creates color-saturated paintings and sculptures that aim to inspire and connect. Dive into her creative journey and explore how she builds her dreamscape, the Heart Archive, one artwork at a time.

Katherine Van Drie’s multi-media sculptures delve into themes of identity, cultural expectations, and consumption. Using upcycled textiles, ceramics, and cast plastic, her work bridges the natural and cultural worlds, offering a compelling commentary on societal constructs. From addressing beauty standards in I've Been Told to exploring interconnectedness in Intimate Distortions, Van Drie’s art invites reflection and connection.

South Florida artist Deborah Perlman creates abstract wall-mounted sculptures that invite viewers into spaces between the real and imagined. Drawing inspiration from art movements like Constructivism and Cubism, as well as her deep connection to nature and global issues, Perlman’s work challenges perceptions and explores the unknown. Learn more about her creative process and how she brings her three-dimensional pieces to life.

Karin Jolly’s art transcends traditional boundaries, merging strength with vulnerability to create sculptures that challenge perceptions of love, identity, and human connection. Her work, ranging from intimate personal explorations to large-scale installations, invites viewers to find beauty in unexpected places. Dive into her inspiring journey and artistic philosophy, where raw emotion and everyday materials come together to tell transformative stories.