Flo Giovanni Pacini, featured in AQ Volume 4, is a figurative oil painter whose work explores the delicate balance between tradition, memory, and the natural world. Based in New York City, her art seeks to uncover the unseen forces that shape existence, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty and interconnectedness of life. Pacini's work challenges conventional boundaries, offering a profound reflection on the magic and mysticism embedded in nature and human experience.

Discover the evocative oil paintings of Meghna Sharma, a talented portrait artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Through her detailed and emotional portraits, Meghna explores universal themes like love, longing, and connection, creating intimate stories that invite viewers to reflect on their own experiences. With work displayed in both local and international exhibitions, Meghna continues to capture the quiet beauty of everyday life, infusing her subjects with depth and emotion. Read more about her process, influences, and the personal stories behind her powerful artwork.

In his latest body of work, Paul Tambellini masterfully captures the interplay of light and shadow, creating dynamic landscapes that reflect the constant motion of the world around us. Influenced by artists like Hopper and Diebenkorn, Tambellini’s oil paintings explore the emotional resonance of color while portraying the awe and isolation felt when observing vast landscapes and architectural environments. Discover more about Tambellini’s process and the inspiration behind his expressive works in Issue 46 of Create! Magazine.

Brennan Harris, a Southern California artist, draws inspiration from the philosophies and aesthetics of Classical Greece and Rome to create meticulously crafted paintings that bridge the ancient and the modern. Combining the stoic elegance of marble sculptures with invigorating colors and abstract forms, Harris celebrates timeless beauty through a contemporary lens. Discover how his journey with dyslexia and commitment to fitness have shaped his artistic practice and influenced his unique approach to painting.

Emily Parsons is a Brooklyn-based artist blending her background in art direction with a passion for capturing the beauty in ordinary moments. Her work explores themes of modernity, time, and place through glowing lighting, thoughtful expressions, and impressionist brushstrokes. Parsons invites viewers to find art in the world around them, from sunsets to subtle textures, celebrating the charm hidden in everyday life.

From the bustling streets of New York to the architectural details found in Taipei, Francine Hsu Davis’s work explores the complexities of memory, place, and identity. Through her rich layers of oil paint, Davis recreates the urban landscapes she encounters, using color and texture to evoke a sense of nostalgia and familiarity. Read more about how her cultural roots and personal experiences shape her artistic process in Issue 46 of Create! Magazine.

Misha René Gundersen, a Nashville-based artist, merges surrealism, cubism, and expressionism to create emotionally evocative paintings and ceramics. Featured in AQ Volume 4, her work explores the intimate connections between the surreal and the mundane, influenced by a cowboy upbringing and vivid nightmares. Gundersen's practice challenges the boundaries of reality and abstraction, offering a raw and personal look at life through her bold, expressive style.

Explore the powerful and intimate paintings of Melanie Farrenkopf, a German artist whose vibrant oil works examine the intersections of personal space and contemporary issues. Known for her bathroom series, Farrenkopf invites viewers to confront themes of vulnerability, self-expression, and societal reflection, all framed within the glow of evocative lighting. Learn more about her creative process, inspirations, and the unique approach that makes her work both polarizing and captivating.

Faustine Badrichani's artwork explores the delicate intersection of intimacy and universality through powerful portrayals of the female body. Her paintings, sculptures, and works on paper offer a unique glimpse into feminine energy, focusing on empowerment, vulnerability, and personal sensations. Badrichani's approach transcends traditional representations, aiming to connect deeply with the viewer through the universal experience of womanhood. Visit her profile to learn more about her creative journey and the evolving themes in her practice.

Discover Jeff Stauder’s Mythic West, a thought-provoking exploration of wild west legends and classical myths. His work blends representation and abstraction to challenge the narratives of history and visual culture.