My name is Vanessa but you can call me V or v?. I'm a self-taught, abstract artist based in Naarm, Australia. I've been creative my whole life but began intentionally painting at 19.

I believe art is a shared experience, in that it is not only a reflection of the creator’s personal identity, but it also has the power to engender a uniquely personal experience in the viewer. Thus, art is a language that is not spoken, but seen. By documenting my process and sharing my work with the world, I have been able to use my art as a means for connecting with millions of people across the globe. My Vietnamese-Indonesian heritage and educational background in psychology and philosophy has deeply influenced my artistic process, allowing me to explore the depths and complexities of the human experience and use colour and form to translate them into visual expressions. I am inspired by the world around me and my work attempts to capture the essence of these intangible aspects of our existence creating art that is both unplanned, yet intentional. Similarly, I strive to create art that embodies me as an individual by approaching my craft in a very intuitive, almost subconscious way and my art style arose from learning to be in the flow state and suspending the desire for perfection. In this way, I believe that creating work that is deeply personal allows me to connect with people on a more meaningful level as I aim to encourage others to explore their own creativity and embrace imperfections for the beauty that they hold. Creating art is a deeply fulfilling journey for me. It goes beyond personal satisfaction, as I want to create works that have the power to inspire others. The ability to ignite inspiration in others is what truly fuels my artistic motivation and I cherish the opportunity to be able to share my work with you all.