Although the style and mediums of my works are fluid and constantly shifting, the themes of my work have remained consistent. I find solace in exploring how one’s internal world is reflected externally and how this impacts our everyday life and relationships. In our current social climate, I find it is seemingly taboo to be vulnerable with each other about our thoughts and emotions, and there can be a lot of shame that comes with it. Through a plethora of mediums, I’m approaching these topics with a compassionate lens to inspire others to be empathetic and kind, towards not only themselves but other people as well. I’m interested in exploring why our emotions and mental space make us behave the way we do, because I am constantly observing and taking inventory of my own. Pushing this further, I’m also interested in exploring ways to cope and the small joys and comfort that can be found in everyday life, whether it’s in the form of relationships with ourselves, other people, objects, or the environments we engage with.
As a multidisciplinary artist, I’m exploring a various array of mediums such as photography, acrylic and oil painting, and drawing and illustration. Through these mediums, I like to juice up the saturation and contrast to grab the viewers full attention with a punchy palette. The fragmentation of my work in combination with a saturated palette, aids in conveying temperament of each piece. The temperament of a given piece is mostly dependent upon my own mental space at the time that I create it. This is to make it feel the most authentic, whether it’s a positive or negative headspace at the time. Whether it’s a bright and lively palette to convey confidence, joy, and freedom in myself or a dark and grungy palette to convey a moody introspective headspace; I hope these works communicate and bring the audience a certain nostalgia that encourages them to observe their own mental and emotional capacity to discover what aids in their wellbeing. As someone who has struggled at points with agoraphobia and social anxiety, I want my own vulnerability and growth to inspire others to be vulnerable with themselves and other people in their life. Additionally, I want to showcase that we can find happiness and peace in the most minuscule places if we search for it. My work strives to be confrontational and encouraging to ensure everyone is true to themselves and the things they desire in this life.
Photo by Mira Rani Art
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Audrey Hemmert earned her Bachelor of the Arts Degree from Western Washington University in June 2023 as a Studio Art Major with a concentration in Mixed Media Arts, and a Minor in Arts Enterprise and Cultural Innovation. She continues to create art to share with the world and people she loves from her home in Washington State.