We meet Vanessa McKernan, an artist who unspools the threads of her journey with a kind of visceral honesty that recalls those elusive moments in life where art and existence intersect.
Vanessa speaks of art as a sanctuary, a retreat from the bustle of her upbringing, a method of dissociation that later evolved into a deliberate practice of immersion. The studio becomes a crucible where personal history and emotional landscape meld into the canvas, a space where the outside world fades, and the act of creation takes precedence.
Her body of work, an exploration of the human condition and the cycles of life, can be discovered on her newly launched website, and through her Instagram. Vanessa’s paintings can also be found at Spence Gallery and Wall Space Gallery.
Upcoming highlights include her participation in the Seattle Art Fair with Spence Gallery from July 25-28th and a feature in NOD Magazine, Issue 29, launching July 18th.
Don’t forget to follow ArtBeat on Instagram, subscribe to our podcast, and rate us on your favourite platforms.
Popular Podcasts
Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club
Welcome to Bookmarked by Reese’s Book Club — the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by award-winning journalist Danielle Robay, each week new episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Club and beyond to share stories that transcend the page. Pull up a chair. You’re not just listening — you’re part of the conversation.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!