Emma Varteresian, Boston, MA
BFA in studio art
BA in environmental studies
MFA Visual Narrative
Emma is a current graduate student in the Visual Narrative program at Boston University. She received her two undergraduate degrees from SMFA at Tufts University. Through storytelling and sequential art, Emma works with themes of identity, fantasy, adventure, Armenian folklore and mythology, and generational trauma. Emma has always been inspired by the intricacies of the natural world and the profound connection between one’s environment and the human experience.
Instagram: @ifaintedinartclass
Artist Statement
Storytelling is a practice humans have gravitated towards throughout history. From ancient cave paintings to the creation of myths and folklore to contemporary animation, narrative is a core element of the human experience and my personal art practice. Folklore serves as a central connection where culture and narrative converge, embodying the essence of human experience in profound and instinctual ways. Engaging with folk traditions is a primal inclination shared by all. In my artistic exploration through the medium of comics, animation, and the language of adornment, I weave narratives that echo the tales of my ancestors, delve into the intricacies of the environment, and illuminate aspects of identity, culture, and the living world, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared human experience.