Every Issue Reborn: Explore Our Archive . Issue 4
In Issue 4, Kikyz1313 changes the game
Querétaro, Mexico, 1988. Kikyz1313 is a prominent visual artist trained at the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, known for her ability to blend the beautiful and the grotesque in deeply personal worlds. Her work explores violence, the strange, the absurdity of everyday life, imaginary fantasies, and childhood memories, offering subtle and provocative critiques of the materialistic world we inhabit.
Her obsessive attention to detail has allowed her to develop a unique style realized in intricate paintings and drawings. This led to two solo exhibitions: Progeny of Chaos (2016, Los Angeles) and Body Puzzles (2017, Seattle). In June 2017, Kikyz1313 was featured on the cover of Issue 4, a recognition of her impact on the contemporary art scene. She has also appeared in cover stories and publications of The Guide Artists Magazine, including a book published by the magazine, further establishing her presence in the international art world.
Her work has reached global audiences, presented at fairs such as Scope in New York and Miami (2013), Moniker in the UK (2019), LA Art Show in Los Angeles (2015), and Zona Maco in Mexico City (2024–2025), as well as in numerous group exhibitions in museums and galleries across Mexico, the United States, Europe, and Australia.
Remembering her appearance on the cover of Issue 4, June 2017, and her features in The Guide Artists Magazine, including the book published by them, highlights the moment when her artistic vision transcended borders and cemented her reputation among audiences and critics alike.
Rediscovering an New Edition
Cover and Interview
In this issue, our cover and featured interview showcased kikyz1313, an artist who led us to discover art from a completely different perspective. From our first encounter with her work, we felt an immediate connection to her visual universe—a world rich in detail, emotion, and narrative that invites the viewer to pause and look more closely.
Discovering her work was a revealing experience. Her style, both deeply personal and instantly recognizable, allowed us to understand art not merely as an image, but as a language capable of provoking, moving, and raising questions. Through her pieces, kikyz1313 showed us another way of interpreting reality, where the symbolic, the intimate, and the imaginary coexist naturally.
During the interview, we were able to explore her creative process in greater depth, gaining insight into the ideas that shape her work and the sensitivity that runs through each piece. It was a dialogue that helped us better understand her artistic vision and the commitment behind every stroke, texture, and concept.
Since discovering her, we have come to love her style and her art. For us, her work represented a new way of approaching contemporary art and rediscovering it through a more honest, introspective, and powerful lens. Without a doubt, kikyz1313 left a lasting impression on this space and on the way we see and experience art.
Exploring the Issue
We proudly featured exclusive interviews with Nadia Rausa and Evaeniva Golik, offering readers an intimate look into their creative processes, artistic visions, and the ideas that shape their work. Through these conversations, we explored the depth, intention, and originality behind their distinctive practices.
This edition also highlighted the work of featured artist Pamela Wilson, whose compelling artistic voice stood out for its strength, sensitivity, and visual impact. In addition, we celebrated our Artists of the Month—Sarah Jane Stoll, Olga Esther, Bianca García, Narelle Zeller, Javmi Zents, and Envs Guerrero—recognizing their unique approaches and meaningful contributions to contemporary art.
Curated as a place to scout exciting new work by an elite group of emerging artists, this issue invited readers to discover fresh perspectives, powerful narratives, and innovative ideas. Together, these artists formed a vibrant and inspiring collection, showcasing the diversity and creative energy shaping today’s evolving art scene.
PAMELA WILSON . THE GUIDE ARTISTS MAGAZINE ISSUE 4
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