Inside Multidimensional Artist Celeste Cisneros’s Art on Femininity and Humanity

Celeste Cisneros is a passionate young artist based in New York City. Currently studying Fine Arts at Parsons School of Design, Celeste shares her journey from ballet dancer to visual artist, highlighting how her love for dance and creativity shapes her work. She talks about her creative process, the importance of color, and her desire to empower others through her art. Celeste also discusses her upcoming exhibition, “Free of Propaganda,” where she’ll showcase pieces focused on female empowerment.

Artist Celeste Cisneros has been featured in the Arts to Hearts Project’s book Lines And Curves and is recognized by the Women in Arts Network as a portfolio partner. Women in Arts Network is a proud portfolio partner of the Arts to Hearts Project’s books and magazines.

Celeste Cisneros is a 20-year-old artist based in New York City who is currently studying Fine Arts at Parsons School of Design. She draws inspiration from her curiosity about human nature and femininity, expressing her perspective on how the world is perceived both internally and externally through her artwork, which primarily features women as muses. Celeste prefers using colored pencils as her medium, as it adds texture and depth to her pieces. She strives to push the boundaries of what normalcy, fantasy, and truth mean in a world filled with false narratives. Her purpose in creating art is to justify truth, empower the voiceless, and spark curiosity about the functioning of society.

1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and your background?

I am from San Francisco, CA. I have been drawing and creating since I can remember, so it’s always been a hobby of mine. I grew up as a ballet dancer and will always love the art form. When I was in high school, I trained intensively as a pre-professional ballet dancer and choreographed at my school, Walnut Hill School for the Arts. This creative process through dance allowed me to dive deep into my artistic expression, inspiring me to hone in on all my artistic pursuits. After high school, I understood that the direction I wanted to take with my career was to work with all the art forms I was immersed in, and intertwine them together.

My work is inspired by my curiosity of human nature and femininity. I am fascinated by how the world we live in is perceived internally and externally, and I express my perspective of this perception through muses in my artwork, mostly women.

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2. What inspired you to become an artist?

I had always been creative and expressive when I was little. I mostly channeled my artistry into ballet and was greatly inspired by dancers I saw in dance documentaries like Sara Mearns and Evgenia Obraztsova. At the same time, I loved watching i-D YouTube videos, where I discovered Tavi Gevinson and Adwoa Boah who influenced my creativity. My inspiration comes from artists that I’ve met, I see through social media, artists I read about, and creators who work in more than one medium or art form. I am inspired by all kinds of artists like dancers, singers, visual artists, film directors, and fashion designers. Some artists that inspire me are Tyler the Creator, Florence and the Machine, Hilma af Clint, David Rappeneau, Devon Lee Carlson, Sofia Castellon, Chyrstyn Fentroy, and Micca Young.

3. What is your creative process like from start to finish?

My creative process always starts with an idea that I have to write down, otherwise I get scared that it will disappear. Then I sketch exactly what I envision in my mind. I love colors, so one of the first things I can put together in an art piece is color combinations. For me, color and contrast of color are one of the best ways I can express myself. After I create a sketch I always try to unpack why I envisioned this in my mind and what message I am trying to put forth. Then I start to create in whatever medium feels the most natural to me and what medium best expresses what I want to show.

4. What do you hope people take away from experiencing your art?

I want people to be left feeling inspired to create or express themselves unapologetically. To me, art is about sharing all that I have without doubt or dishonesty. It’s about giving all of my emotions, thoughts, and energy as a transmuter to the viewer looking at my work. I want them to feel what I’m feeling but also interpret it in whatever way the artwork feels to them.

My purpose stands in creating art that justifies truth, empowers the voiceless, and circulates curiosity in the way our society functions together.

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5. Are there any upcoming exhibitions or projects you’re particularly excited about?

There is one exhibition coming up that I am pretty excited for. It’s called “Free of Propaganda” in collaboration with singer Polina Nikitina. This exhibition is going to be at Mriya Gallery in New York, showcasing my art and a few other artists’ work too, alongside a performance by Polina. I will be sharing 4 pieces surrounding female empowerment while conflict arises in the world through imagery of powerful female characters fighting negativity.

Celeste Cisneros is not just an artist; she is a storyteller who uses her talents to inspire and provoke thought. Through her artwork, she challenges norms and invites viewers to reflect on their perceptions of truth and beauty. To learn more about Celeste, visit the links below.

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