[Maayan Sophia Weisstub]
art-heroes
2026 july
2026 july
Our Art Heroine of this month is Maayan Sophia Weisstub — a wonderful artist who defies any single definition. Her journey is one of constant experimentation, freedom from clichés, and an honest dialogue with herself. In her works, she explores corporeality.
Her installations are filled with images of body parts — especially female ones.
Her installations are filled with images of body parts — especially female ones.
“Ouroboros” | sclulpture(2025)
“My shadow and me”
| sclulpture (2026)
| sclulpture (2026)
Working across different media, she draws inspiration from literally everything that catches her eye, and she is not afraid of vulnerability in her art. For 13 years now, Maayan has been active on Instagram, where her video and photo installations consistently receive a warm response from her audience. Creative media are happy to share her works — and we are no exception.
In every piece she creates, you can feel her inner child: an explorer, a tinkerer, a playful spirit, and a philosopher who fears neither self-reflection nor raw emotion. And, of course, looking at her art, you inevitably experience those very feelings all over again, right alongside her.
In this interview, we'll talk about how switching schools as a teenager turned her life upside down; about thirteen years on Instagram without strategies or pretense; about her love for Surrealism and Dadaism; and about why, in an age of visual noise, it's so important sometimes to simply switch off your phone and listen to yourself.
In every piece she creates, you can feel her inner child: an explorer, a tinkerer, a playful spirit, and a philosopher who fears neither self-reflection nor raw emotion. And, of course, looking at her art, you inevitably experience those very feelings all over again, right alongside her.
In this interview, we'll talk about how switching schools as a teenager turned her life upside down; about thirteen years on Instagram without strategies or pretense; about her love for Surrealism and Dadaism; and about why, in an age of visual noise, it's so important sometimes to simply switch off your phone and listen to yourself.
[I've found that my best ideas usually come when I'm alone with my thoughts, lying in bed or sitting quietly on the sofa]
“Oystear” sculpture (2026)
F: What do you think has had the biggest impact on your development as an artist?
M: I think there have been several turning points in my artistic development, but one of the earliest was changing schools as a teenager. After being expelled from a more traditional school, I moved to an open, alternative high school. There, I found myself surrounded by friends who were as passionate about music, art, cinema, and literature as I was.
We spent our time making art, together or alongside one another, and during those three years, creating became the centre of my life. Looking back, that environment gave me the confidence to take my creativity seriously and to begin seeing it as something worth pursuing.
M: I think there have been several turning points in my artistic development, but one of the earliest was changing schools as a teenager. After being expelled from a more traditional school, I moved to an open, alternative high school. There, I found myself surrounded by friends who were as passionate about music, art, cinema, and literature as I was.
We spent our time making art, together or alongside one another, and during those three years, creating became the centre of my life. Looking back, that environment gave me the confidence to take my creativity seriously and to begin seeing it as something worth pursuing.
«The Dove of peace» (2025)
While following your posts, quite a few questions have come to mind. On one hand, through your art, you lay yourself bare, and everything speaks for itself without words. But on the other, we can't help but wonder how you got there and why you choose to present yourself exactly the way you do?
I'm not sure I completely understand the question, but I'll answer it as I interpret it. I don't consciously choose to present myself in a particular way on Instagram. I simply share my work, my observations and my perspective.
I've been active on Instagram for around thirteen years, sharing things quite eclectically throughout that time. I imagine that, over the years, a pattern naturally emerges, but it isn't something I carefully construct. Ultimately, I want to feel that I can express myself freely on the platform (even with the limitations that social media imposes).
F: We're very curious to know how you would describe yourself and your art in your own words?
M: Eclectic and daring. I'm interested in many different subjects. I enjoy researching across disciplines. I work in a variety of media, and I'm never afraid to experiment or try something new!
F: What captures your interest and fuels your inspiration?
M: Almost everything. Human relationships, self-reflection, psychology, philosophy, literature, film, art, history and nature. Almost anything I encounter can become a source of inspiration, if it sparks my curiosity or makes me look at something in a new way.
I'm not sure I completely understand the question, but I'll answer it as I interpret it. I don't consciously choose to present myself in a particular way on Instagram. I simply share my work, my observations and my perspective.
I've been active on Instagram for around thirteen years, sharing things quite eclectically throughout that time. I imagine that, over the years, a pattern naturally emerges, but it isn't something I carefully construct. Ultimately, I want to feel that I can express myself freely on the platform (even with the limitations that social media imposes).
F: We're very curious to know how you would describe yourself and your art in your own words?
M: Eclectic and daring. I'm interested in many different subjects. I enjoy researching across disciplines. I work in a variety of media, and I'm never afraid to experiment or try something new!
F: What captures your interest and fuels your inspiration?
M: Almost everything. Human relationships, self-reflection, psychology, philosophy, literature, film, art, history and nature. Almost anything I encounter can become a source of inspiration, if it sparks my curiosity or makes me look at something in a new way.
“The Weeping tap” kinetic sculpture (2024)
Collaboration with Miista | clothing and footwear brand (2026)
F: Which artists are your favourites?
M: I've always felt a strong connection to the Surrealists and the Dada movement.
F: You've clearly carved out your own style and artistic language. What advice would you give to emerging artists trying to find themselves in this age of information overload and visual saturation?
M: On one hand, it's incredible that we're exposed to art and ideas from all over the world. On the other, the sheer volume of images and information we consume through our phones is unlike anything we've experienced before.
I've found that my best ideas usually come when I'm alone with my thoughts, lying in bed or sitting quietly on the sofa. I think it's important to stay connected to yourself, not just as an artist but as a person. I've been fortunate to always feel quite connected to my own thoughts and desires, but I know that's not the case for everyone. Maybe the answer is to disconnect more often. To be still. To meditate. To create space where you can hear your own voice.
M: I've always felt a strong connection to the Surrealists and the Dada movement.
F: You've clearly carved out your own style and artistic language. What advice would you give to emerging artists trying to find themselves in this age of information overload and visual saturation?
M: On one hand, it's incredible that we're exposed to art and ideas from all over the world. On the other, the sheer volume of images and information we consume through our phones is unlike anything we've experienced before.
I've found that my best ideas usually come when I'm alone with my thoughts, lying in bed or sitting quietly on the sofa. I think it's important to stay connected to yourself, not just as an artist but as a person. I've been fortunate to always feel quite connected to my own thoughts and desires, but I know that's not the case for everyone. Maybe the answer is to disconnect more often. To be still. To meditate. To create space where you can hear your own voice.
#1REO
#3 COLLAGE
#3NIA
# LUPINA
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