Artist BiographySarah Cantor was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to a family who fervently nurtured her creative pursuits. As a child, Sarah experimented with any medium she could get her hands on. Following Hurricane Katrina in 2005, her family spent time in New Hampshire before settling in Winter Park, Florida. Raised by avid art collectors, Sarah was surrounded by an ever-expanding art collection, no matter where they moved. She purchased her first piece of fine art at the age of 17. Once she arrived at the University of Florida, Sarah set her sights on the highly competitive Graphic Design program. She graduated with her BFA in 2020, straight into the challenges of a new remote world. She joined a small international design agency where she crafted bespoke brands and websites. Later that year, Sarah discovered the process of tufting, captivated by the idea of translating digital concepts into a tactile and functional medium, all with her own hands. In October 2025, Sarah made the leap to full-time artist. Sarah currently lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia. When she’s not in her studio or buying copious amounts of yarn, Sarah loves live music, exploring the city, and playing with her dog, Tofu.Artist StatementThe principles of color and pattern are present through every step in my creative process. A beautiful vintage tablecloth will inspire a future piece, just as the perfect neon yarn will become the foundation of an entire series. Once an idea has taken shape, I leverage my graphic design background to digitally illustrate my subjects before transforming them into dimensional tufted artworks. With yarn as my primary medium, my work becomes akin to soft sculpture as I carve away layers to reveal a precise design. I use yarn in vibrant monochromatic color schemes to depict weapons and tools, creating juxtaposition between the form and subject matter of my pieces. My series of cake slices (Slice of Happy), work in harmony with the medium to create a hyper realistic experience. My inspiration draws from the memories and emotions of my childhood, such as a birthday cake homemade by my mom or afternoons spent in the yard with my dad. My work explores the facets and intersections of femininity, the female experience and nostalgia.