Mia Dunn is a Japanese American painter and fiber artist based in New York. Her work draws from traditional Japanese influences such as nihonga painting and monyō (文様), the timeless geometric and botanical patterns that have been integral to Japanese art for centuries. Combining these elements with contemporary techniques, Dunn explores themes of girlhood, home, and the fluidity of identity, reflecting on how different environments shape and transform us.

Born in Japan and shaped by a multicultural upbringing and frequent relocations, Dunn’s artistic perspective is deeply rooted in her personal experiences. Her background in chemical engineering from Johns Hopkins University informs her meticulous attention to detail, innovative use of diverse mediums, and passion for sustainable materials, such as biomaterials and bioplastics. While in college, she developed a starch based biodegradable plastic, which she used to design compostable accessories. Dunn’s work is distinguished by her use of vibrant, bold colors in oils and acrylics, as well as her incorporation of upcycled fibers and silks into textured wall hangings—highlighting her dedication to sustainability.

Dunn’s use of fiber art in this exhibition allows her to explore texture, softness, and warmth—qualities that evoke a sense of comfort and the feeling of home. This softness is intentionally contrasted with the bold, angular lines and striking colors in her work. Her work also incorporates silhouettes inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, such as kyo-sensu (Kyoto folding fans). Historically used as tools for communication and artistic expression, these fans add layers of cultural significance and visual depth to her creations.

Dunn’s art bridges Japanese and Western influences, offering a unique lens into her identity. Her work has been featured in group exhibitions across New York City, including Future Fair, Loft Projects, SlowBurn, and Maven Art House. She is currently based in her Tribeca studio.

Charlotte Hailstone is a New York-based color field painter and curator. Her practice extends from her career in graphic design, drawing on formal composition, color perception, and the transformation of three-dimensional ideas into two-dimensional spaces. Hailstone's work often incorporates printmaking-inspired techniques, blending meticulous design principles with intuitive, gestural mark-making to create works that balance precision and spontaneity.

A key aspect of her practice is her use of resin, seen in this exhibition, which allows her to explore the interplay of light, color, and surface. The material’s transparency and reflective qualities enable her to replicate the vibrant hues of nature while contrasting them with synthetic elements. This tension between natural and manmade highlights her commitment to honoring materials for their intrinsic qualities while reimagining their possibilities. Influenced by the California Light and Space movement, Hailstone’s works invite viewers into immersive experiences where light and perspective continuously transform the visual narrative.

Her paintings further investigate themes of polarity, perception, and identity, often through a lens of girlhood. This exploration is informed by her upbringing—a confluence of influences: her father’s role as a conservationist in the Baltimore Museum of Art’s decorative arts department instilled an appreciation for the material and historical significance of art, while her background in dance and the performing arts

brought a sense of physicality and movement to her creative process.
Currently an artist-in-residence at the Yard Columbus Circle, Hailstone has exhibited at Harper's Gallery, 81 Leonard, Future Fair, Rockaway Artist Alliance, 88 Ruttkowski Gallery, Visionary Projects, and the Phyllis Harriman Gallery, among others. Her works embrace the tension between structure and intuition, offering vibrant meditations on color, light, and form. She studied at Parsons School of Design and the Art Students League of New York under Larry Poons.