The Aesthete & Dérive Publication

Gratitude for the Art of Summer 2026

I believe it’s important for us humans to practice gratitude. (There’s actually a bunch of research that shows practicing gratitude is super good for you, but we aren’t here to look at studies.) Today I want to practice gratitude for all the incredible artworks that have been produced and released this summer.

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An interview with artist Zooey Kraemer

ISSUE 05: We recently connected and I was immediately struck by how engaging, unique, and memorable her painted works were. They have a mental tactile quality. They stick with you long after you’ve perceived them, and instill a sense of introspection.

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A woman lying on the ground with her head resting on her arm, wearing a colorful hat, floral clothing, and holding a cellphone near her face, with tattoos visible on her arms.
A woman with long black hair in a red bikini, posing with her hand tugging her swimsuit, against a white background with shadows.