Artist Interview: Qinru Zhang
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Artist Interview: Qinru Zhang

Qinru Zhang has long been frustrated by the way Asian women are idealized in male-centric media—the delicate beauty, the obedient wife, the innocent girl. Wanting to break free from these limiting roles, she initially distanced herself from them entirely, finding comfort in androgynous online avatars. But this detachment became a turning point. It led her to reconsider what femininity truly meant and how she could reclaim it on her own terms. Now, through digital art, Zhang challenges these restrictive narratives head-on, using pink aesthetics, cuteness, and mirrors to tell stories that embrace femininity in all its complexities—sometimes exaggerated, sometimes distorted, but always deeply intentional. We asked Qinru about her art, creative process, and inspirations.

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Artist Interview: Sara Tepes
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Artist Interview: Sara Tepes

Sara Tepes is a Virginia-based artist with a love for all things cozy, beautiful, and unapologetically feminine. A longtime digital art enthusiast, she began sharing her work on Instagram at just 15 years old and have been building a dedicated community ever since. Over the years, her artistic journey has evolved from darker, somber themes to vibrant, joyful explorations of beauty — whether found in delicate emotions, the unfamiliar, or the simple comforts of everyday life. We asked Sara about her art, creative process, and inspirations.

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Artist Interview: Malu Zanelato
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Artist Interview: Malu Zanelato

Malu Zanelato is a Brazilian visual artist specializing in collage, creating dreamlike imagery inspired by surrealism and dadaism. Her work beautifully explores the divine feminine, portraying women as mystical and ethereal beings deeply connected to nature. Through her collages, Malu visually represents the symbiosis between women, the universe, and its cycles, often drawing on the rich symbolism of tarot to add depth and mystery to her art. We asked Malu about her art, creative process, and inspirations.

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