A Life Between the Physical and the Digital: Vanessa Nawka on the Evolution of AR, VR, and the Greek Mati
Vanessa Nawka is a mixed media artist whose work bridges spirituality and technology. Rooted in both painting and sculpture, her practice focuses on reinterpreting sacred symbols—most notably the Aegean Glyphs, inspired by the Greek Mati—and creating sculptural visions of the Divine. Her pieces exist both physically and digitally, often expanded through AR and VR into immersive environments that invite viewers to step into a living, breathing artwork.
Artist Interview: Rodrigo Villas
Rodrigo Villas is a multidisciplinary artist from Rio de Janeiro whose work is influenced by Brazilian modernism and its decolonial spirit. He explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and visual storytelling through a diverse practice that blends traditional and digital media. We asked Rodrigo about his art, creative process, and inspirations.
Artist Interview: Michael J. Masucci
Michael J. Masucci has been at the forefront of digital art for over 40 years, blending creativity with advocacy to help digital art gain recognition in contemporary spaces. A founding member of EZTV and the CyberSpace Gallery, one of the world’s first galleries dedicated to digital art, Masucci has been a pioneer in integrating art and technology. His work celebrates the coexistence of past and present, often mixing vintage tools with cutting-edge techniques to honor where digital art began while exploring where it can go. We asked Michael about his art, creative process, and inspirations.
Artist Interview: Chloe Gao
Chloe Gao is a New York-based mixed-reality artist who explores themes around cultural belonging using non-linear storytelling techniques. Her recent projects examine digital identity and social media through virtual places and characters – redefining notions of time and self-awareness, the artist crafts a fragmented, decentralized world. We asked Chloe about her art, creative process, and inspirations.