ariana mcweeny

Based in Dallas, Texas, Ariana is a painter and muralist whose work is instantly recognizable for its bold colors, playful imagery, and unmistakable sense of humor. Working primarily with acrylic and house paint, she creates original works, prints, murals, and pieces for her growing print club, bringing her vibrant perspective to collectors across the country.

For Ariana, creating art is a way of bringing light into a world that often feels dark. One of the most recognizable emotions throughout her work is a face we all know and love known as Bitch Face.

The series explores the masks people wear, the versions of ourselves we present to the world, and the disconnect that can exist between appearance and emotion.

When asked about some of her favorite works, the answers reveal the heart of her practice: deeply personal pieces infused with humor and affection. From the portrait of her husband titled Ryan, Not Bryan to a playful painting created for her sister featuring a women relaxing on a grilled cheese sandwich, her work celebrates the people and moments that make life memorable.

There’s a sincerity beneath the wit.

A reminder that joy can be meaningful. That humor can be thoughtful. And that choosing light is sometimes its own act of resilience.