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Amy Hill Hyman

Amy Hill Hyman is a nonbinary artist from Moncks Corner, SC. They received a BFA in Studio Art and Art History from the College of Charleston in 2019 with a focus on painting and drawing. They have since exhibited in various DIY spaces and were awarded a 2022 Studio Access Residency at the Visual Arts Center in Richmond, VA.

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Wendy Kawabata

Wendy Kawabata is an artist who has travelled and lived for periods in diverse and far-flung places and is now based in Hawaii. The landscape, the environment, love, and more than a sparkle of dry wit feature prominently and symbiotically.

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Wade Kramm

Wade Kramm’s recent works explore Minimalism, architecture, and perception to reshape the viewer's engagement with the gallery space. Using construction materials such as drywall, floorboards, molding, light switches, and doors, he fabricates alternative spaces, called Fragments, within the gallery. Standing in front of each piece, the phenomenological experience fluctuates between seeing the materials simply as materials and a perceptual/physical engagement with the new spaces made within the surrounding architecture.

Wade Kramm received his M.F.A. in sculpture at the Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, RI. He has received multiple prestigious grants, including the Joan Mitchell Foundation Grant, the Rhode Island State Council for the Arts Grant, and an Artist Resource Trust Grant.

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Huey Lee

Huey Lee is a ceramic artist from South Korea who has dedicated his career to exploring the expressive possibilities of clay. After completing his training as a traditional Korean ceramic artisan, Lee honed his skills working at various pottery and ceramic studios. During this time, he had the privilege of studying under renowned ceramic artists such as TaeGon Kim, Inchin Lee, and the late Gil-bae Kim, who imparted their knowledge of technique, form, and aesthetics.

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Noreen Smith ‘Justis’

Noreen Smith is a multidisciplinary artist from Baltimore, MD, whose work is a deeply personal reflection of her experiences as a black woman. Her art is intricately woven with the threads of her life’s journey, drawing inspiration from trailblazers like Kara Walker and Romare Bearden.

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Jennifer Small

Jennifer Small is an abstract painter whose work is about elevating the everyday to express appreciation for the wonder of the ordinary. She is a Pennsylvania native who received her BFA in Painting and BS in Art Education from Millersville University and an MFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design.

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Katy Becker

Katy Becker (b. 1991) is a Richmond-based artist who received her BFA in 2013 from Virginia Commonwealth University's Painting and Printmaking department. Since her time in school, Becker's work has shifted from printmaking abstracted, atmospheric monotypes to detailed and realistic watercolor landscapes, most of which are directly inspired by walks she takes in the city. A wife and mother, she spends her days homemaking and homeschooling while stealing away small pockets of time to paint. She enjoys spending time with her husband and children, baking, gardening, entertaining friends, and reading.

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George Goodridge

Explore the life and work of George Goodridge, a renowned artist celebrated for his three-dimensional stretched canvas works and serigraph mono-prints, merging painting, sculpture, and installation.

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Erin Starr

Erin Starr, an award-winning artist from Rhode Island, combines abstract beauty with environmental commentary in her award-winning paintings. In AQ Volume 4, she explores the delicate balance of nature and the pressing issue of climate change. Through layered textures and vivid landscapes, Starr creates a visual and emotional experience, inviting viewers to reflect on our planet's fragility and the need for environmental stewardship. Explore how her dynamic works bridge art with the urgent conversation around our planet’s future.

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Aubrey Maurer

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.

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Charlotte Szynskie

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.

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Misha Gundersen

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.

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Jane Palmer

Jane Palmer, featured in AQ Volume IV, uses analog collage to explore themes of solitude, family, and nature. Her meticulous hand-cut creations invite viewers to reconsider the connections between imagery, emotion, and identity. By blending vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and subtle narratives, Palmer’s works evoke both mystery and clarity. Learn more about her unique approach to the art of collage and the meditative process that shapes each piece.

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Muyan Gao

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.

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Meaghan Shelton

Award-winning Australian artist Meaghan Shelton’s practice weaves together fashion, photography, textiles, and more to challenge traditional depictions of women and nature. Featured in AQ Volume 4, her work reimagines feminine identity, exploring both the historical and personal connections between women and nature. Discover how her multi-disciplinary approach engages with these themes in a powerful, thought-provoking way.

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Alex Wissenbach

Painter and sketch artist Alex Wissenbach shares her artistic evolution in AQ Volume 4. From her intricate lightbulb designs born during lockdown to her recent sea-inspired watercolors influenced by a move to Australia, Alex's work captures moments of creativity, self-discovery, and joy. This issue marks her first public showcase beyond personal platforms, offering a glimpse into her vibrant artistic world.

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Super Future Kid

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.

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Melanie Farrenkopf

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.

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Keren Toledano

Keren Toledano's art invites viewers into a world of chaos, patterns, and hidden meaning. With a background in creative writing, Toledano blends abstract collage, vivid stains, and bold geometry to create a visual language that resonates with our understanding of the world. Her work captures the inescapable uncertainty of life, offering a unique exploration of how we perceive and interpret the world around us. Discover the process and philosophy behind her striking, layered creations.

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