Austin Howlett is a Maui-raised artist currently living and working in New Mexico who specializes in oil painting. Drawing inspiration primarily from the people and environments that surround him, Howlett creates work that explores emotional vulnerability and self-discovery. His paintings are deeply influenced by the inherent flaws found within humanity—both collectively and individually—and the small, meaningful steps people can take toward becoming better versions of themselves.For Howlett, being an artist is a way of building an imagined inner world, one painting at a time, while creating genuine connections with others through shared emotions and experiences. He finds the greatest fulfillment when a viewer forms a personal connection with his work, allowing the painting to become a catalyst for open, honest conversations about life. Visual imagery has always been his most natural form of communication, and he feels honored to speak through his art as a career.