In this intimate interview, French-Vietnamese artist Sophie-Yen Bretez discusses how her transracial adoption, cultural identity, and personal experiences have influenced her bold, poetic paintings. Bretez delves into her transition from management to full-time artist, her use of "reverse voyeurism" to challenge societal views on the female body, and how themes of trauma, resilience, and recovery are woven into her work. Discover how Bretez's visual storytelling and the power of poetry come together to inspire hope and empowerment for women everywhere.

Meghna Sharma is an accomplished artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who specializes in oil painting, with a particular focus on portraits. Her work is inspired by fleeting moments of daily life that often go unnoticed but hold deep beauty and emotional depth. Meghna’s paintings aim to capture the unique stories behind every human face she observes. With exhibitions in various galleries and public spaces across the Bay Area, she is also a member of The San Francisco Women Artists (SFWA) Gallery. Learn more about her creative journey and view her work.