Visual artist Susanna Zema Follow.Art Card

About me

I’m a fine artist working across painting and illustration, creating vibrant, symbolic works inspired by nature, wildlife, and the inner worlds we carry within us.
A fascination with the connection between the natural world and our own emotional and spiritual landscapes drives my practice. I’m interested in the stories, archetypes, and symbols that emerge from animals, plants, landscapes, and ancient traditions — and in how these can become mirrors for our own experiences of change, identity, and transformation.
Through colour, layered textures, and mixed media, I create pieces that invite a moment of pause and introspection. Nature is often my starting point, but the work is ultimately about what happens within us: finding strength, embracing change, reconnecting with our instincts, and allowing ourselves to grow into new versions of who we are.
I’m particularly drawn to the tension between the wild and the human — the parts of ourselves we suppress, the instincts we forget to listen to, and the sense of wonder that comes from remembering that we are still part of something much larger than ourselves.
At the heart of my work is a simple belief: art can be both a story and a mirror. I want my paintings to create an emotional connection, spark curiosity, and perhaps help someone see a part of themselves in the natural world.
My work is ultimately about reconnection — with nature, with our inner worlds, and with the wildness within us.