WORLD ARTISTS
Artists to Watch
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In the ever-evolving world of contemporary art, certain voices rise above the rest, capturing the zeitgeist and challenging the boundaries of creative expression. Our Artists to Watch section is dedicated to those breakthrough creators whose work demands attention and reshapes the conversation around what art can be. From boundary-pushing painters and multimedia innovators to sculptors exploring sustainability, these artists are reimagining techniques, materials, and storytelling in ways that resonate with audiences globally. Join us as we spotlight fresh perspectives, compelling concepts, and the talents of tomorrow.
Mimosa Echard
​Mimosa Echard is a French contemporary artist celebrated for her experimental and immersive approach to multimedia art. Known for her unique fusion of organic and synthetic materials, Echard explores the boundaries between nature, technology, and the human body. Her works often blend elements like resin, plants, cosmetics, and electronic components, creating pieces that appear almost alive, pulsating with a sense of fluidity and transformation.
Exhibited in prominent galleries and institutions across Europe and beyond, Echard’s work has been featured in venues such as the Palais de Tokyo, Fondation d’entreprise Ricard, and the Centre Pompidou.
Born in 1979, Vancouver, British Columbia
Lives and works in Los Angeles, California recognized for his vibrant, unapologetically opulent paintings that explore themes of luxury, wealth, and status. His bold, colorful style draws from art history, fashion, and pop culture, merging high art with everyday life in a way that is both provocative and playful. Known for his signature neon hues and rough, expressive brushwork, Dixon’s work challenges the idea of luxury as both a commodity and an art form, often featuring symbols of affluence like classical sculptures, Persian rugs, and musical instruments.
Amoako Boafo is a Ghanaian artist celebrated for his vivid, powerful portraits that explore Black identity, self-expression, and individuality. Born in Accra, Ghana, in 1984, Boafo gained international acclaim for his distinctively expressive style and his unique finger-painting technique, which allows him to create richly textured skin tones and facial expressions that feel intimate and alive. His work, often featuring friends, family, and figures in his community, is a tribute to Black beauty, strength, and presence, highlighting both individual personality and collective identity.
Qualeasha Wood is an American textile artist known for her thought-provoking, intricately woven tapestries and textiles that address themes of identity, race, gender, and digital culture. Born in Long Branch, New Jersey, Wood incorporates her lived experiences as a Black woman navigating online and offline spaces into her art. She often uses digital techniques and hand-tufted methods to produce her pieces, blending traditional craft with contemporary subject matter.
Wood's work frequently explores the intersections of social media and Black identity, reimagining selfies and personal imagery within the context of historic textile art. Her pieces invite audiences to question the commodification of identity and the impact of digital
Ron Migdal is an Israeli artist known for his vibrant, thought-provoking works that often reflect on global and political themes. Born in Israel in 1979 to parents of Argentine and Uruguayan descent, Migdal’s artistic journey led him from Israel to diverse places such as New York, Japan, and Singapore. These experiences, combined with his interest in street art and colorful aesthetics from Latin and Asian cultures, shape his unique artistic style. His art often combines elements of introspection and a therapeutic approach, with many of his early pieces privately sold to collectors. In 2018, he exhibited in Singapore, showcasing his evolving style and thematic depth.
Migdal’s work has gained attention for its ability to merge personal expression with broader social commentary, making him a distinctive voice in modern art.
Teresa Baker is a Native American artist from the Mandan/Hidatsa tribe, known for her innovative use of materials and her exploration of landscape and cultural identity. Raised in Montana and now based in California, Baker creates mixed-media works that blend painting, sculpture, and weaving, often using materials like wool, burlap, and beads. Her works are inspired by both traditional Native American art and Western landscapes, and she has developed a unique aesthetic that marries modern abstraction with references to indigenous cultural practices.
Sarah Zapata is a Peruvian-American artist based in Brooklyn, New York, renowned for her textile-based installations that explore themes of identity, gender, and cultural heritage. Drawing on traditional Peruvian weaving techniques and craft traditions, Zapata creates large, colorful, immersive works that are both vibrant and tactile, often weaving complex narratives about her own experiences and her dual cultural identity.
