Sam Thompson

Painting

My Process

I use oil paint to create detailed alien figures with whimsical patterning that reflect upon my personal life, mental health, and queer identity. Also, I create collaged zines that include poetry and short anecdotes. I'm always striving to make my art personable, relatable, and accessible.

My Inspiration

I'm inspired by seemingly minute details that fuel me with angst and anxiety. I tend to overanalyze anything and everything, and my art is a continual exploration of complex, alienating emotions. I welcome viewers to interpret my work as they see fit, & I enjoy hearing others' unique perspectives.

Fun Facts

My style developed from being incredibly bored in school. As a young child, I doodled cartoon figures, but when I reached middle school, I began drawing alien faces in the margins of my notebooks. This eventually evolved into the condensed patterning of figures that is seen in my paintings today.