Reyna Verma is a young and emerging artist based in Cleveland, Ohio. At just sixteen years old, she primarily works in acrylic and printmaking, synthesizing process, material, and ideation to create work that is deeply rooted in her personal narrative. Her artistic practice is fueled by a constellation of moments from her life, exploring memory, emotion, and identity as they reflect onto a canvas. Recently, Reyna's work- loose washes and drips juxtaposed with intricate details; focuses on themes of motherhood, tracing the bond between mother and daughter across generations and examining the quiet, intimate inheritances that shape who she is.

Pictured in this print is me and my favorite person in the whole wide world, my mom, and my best friend. I used the process of woodcut and screenprinting to create physical layers of us onto paper. The mounting layers are a direct metaphor to our twenty thousand inside jokes and forgotten handshakes. I focused on using color theory and d
Pictured in this print is me and my favorite person in the whole wide world, my mom, and my best friend. I used the process of woodcut and screenprinting to create physical layers of us onto paper. The mounting layers are a direct metaphor to our twenty thousand inside jokes and forgotten handshakes. I focused on using color theory and detail to place emphasis on us- at the end of the day when we are finally together, sitting on a couch and probably making fun of the characters on the TV

This piece captures a magical moment between my friends and I, blowing dandelions in the mountains of Colorado. We closed our eyes, made a wish, and hoped that the power of the wind would make them come true. It is a very ethereal feeling—wishing on dandelions. And I aimed to express this through saturated colors and gestural lines. The v
This piece captures a magical moment between my friends and I, blowing dandelions in the mountains of Colorado. We closed our eyes, made a wish, and hoped that the power of the wind would make them come true. It is a very ethereal feeling—wishing on dandelions. And I aimed to express this through saturated colors and gestural lines. The vibrant hues were carefully chosen to convey the energy of the moment, bringing a sense of joy and vitality to the piece. Gold leaf was incorporated to represent the dandelion fluff, adding a delicate, luminous touch that symbolizes the importance of each petal, that will blow into the wind and start a new flower and dream.

This charcoal drawing is a tribute to my dada (grandfather), a term used out of respect to represent his long and hard working life. The reference photo was taken while he sat at the head of the table observing the rest of my family- the work reflects his enduring spirit and the tranquil chapter he now inhabits. While drawing I incorporat
This charcoal drawing is a tribute to my dada (grandfather), a term used out of respect to represent his long and hard working life. The reference photo was taken while he sat at the head of the table observing the rest of my family- the work reflects his enduring spirit and the tranquil chapter he now inhabits. While drawing I incorporated the chiaroscuro technique, finding the lightest lights and darkest darks to further enhance the image. This piece is more than a portrait; it is a narrative of legacy and respect, celebrating the journey of life from labor to repose. Through each stroke of charcoal, I sought to capture not only his physical likeness but also the powerful essence of his wisdom.

Reyna Verma Art
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