IZZI

Isaiah “IZZI” Ballstaedt, born in 1996 in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a contemporary figurative painter currently based between Virginia and Utah. His work explores the intersection of art history and contemporary life, often drawing on themes of memory and familiarity. Through oil painting, he creates scenes that evoke déjà vu and connect seemingly unrelated elements.

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Matthias Carnahan has articulated my work best, "Izzi's art ignites nostalgic memories in vibrant colors. His brushstrokes blend familiar yet abstract scenes, with golden yellows and greens evoking skies, fields and cherished moments. Bright and joyful, his work holds a gentle melancholy, inviting viewers to linger where past and present blur"