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Issue #22 ~ Winter 2026
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“Impressions of Waking Cranes” by Kim McNealy Sosin (Best of the Net Nominee)

Silhouettes of Sandhill Cranes taking off at sunrise over a river, with vibrant orange and warm hues in the sky.

Kim McNealy Sosin rediscovered her love of photography and poetry after retiring from teaching university economics. She has published poetry, flash fiction, and photographs in journals and anthologies, including Sandcutters, Failed Haiku, Beyond Words, and Voices from the Plains, and also has photographs in journals, including Rattle, Raw Art Review, and The Ekphrastic Review. Her photographs have been nominated for “best of the net,” and several have been selected for covers of journal issues and books. In 2025, she published a poetry memoir chapbook and, with a co-author, a chapbook of poetry and images of France. Her website is kimsosin.com. 

“In March, I drive to central Nebraska for one of the world’s most amazing migrations: the Sandhill Cranes, over half a million of them, pass through a river length of about 80 miles. This photo was taken one coral morning when the sunrise created silhouettes of the cranes dancing and taking off.”


“Neverending” by Maia Brown-Jackson

An urban corridor filled with colorful graffiti on concrete pillars and walls, showcasing a vibrant street art atmosphere.

Maia Brown-Jackson is a Pushcart-nominated, award-winning writer whose second poetry collection, Gifted, opens for pre-orders this autumn with Nymeria Publishing. In her spare time, she volunteers with a Yazidi NGO, accidentally starts studying quantum physics because several hours ago she looked up the qualities of neutrinos for a poem, and wastes time with the world’s sweetest, clumsiest cat.


“Kunik” by Hiokit Lao (Cover Art, Issue #17), Best of the Net Nominee




A “Kunik,” also called an Eskimo kiss, nose kiss, or nose rub, is the act of pressing one’s nose against another. In various Indigenous cultures, it is usually interpreted as a form of greeting and affection. 

This piece showcases two Inuit women sharing a ‘Kunik’, symbolizing profound love and strength. Like mountains, they stand resilient, their nurturing spirits akin to the enduring peaks—steadfast, forgiving, and strong, embracing unwavering love and fortitude.

My name is Hiokit Lao. I am a 29-year-old self-taught artist based in NYC. I aim to create art that ignites conversations and celebrates life, encouraging viewers to explore different narratives within the artwork. Each piece is a homage to cultural diversity, intertwining social narratives and my artistic vision. Through surreal, abstract, and vibrant elements, I aim to create meaningful art that instills hope and positivity.


“Natural Hue” by Sarah Kohrs (Cover Art, Issue #19)

Close-up of an old, rusty green gate with peeling paint, set against a blurred background of trees and sunlight.




In “Natural Hue,” taken in Oregon, that moment settles like a lambda point, portraying humanity’s interactions with nature. Old farming equipment piles up next to the edge of a forest, whose trees are razed for humanity’s needs.
Desmond Tutu said, “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” When we pause and savor the image, the emotional draw-up can impact real-world change. That’s what I hope for my art.

Sarah E N Kohrs is an award-winning poet, potter, and fine arts photographer who contributes to The Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals. SENK has over 90 photographs published in literary journals worldwide, including 45th Parallel, Beyond Words, CALYX, Camas, Culinary Origami, GROUND, Months to Years, Lavender Bones, Litro, Nassau Review, Paper Dragon, Peatsmoke, Progenitor, The Sun, Quibble, Voices de la Luna, Word’s Faire, and more. Sarah has a BA from The College of Wooster and a Virginia teaching license endorsed in Latin and Visual Arts. SENK lives in Va, on land she humbly recognizes belonged to the Manahoac. She works to kindle hope amidst asperity.  https://senkohrs.com.


“Zephyr” by Mary Amato (Cover Art, Issue #20)

Abstract artistic representation of swirling water patterns in shades of blue and teal, with flowing lines resembling fluid movement.




Mary Amato is a multi-disciplinary artist, writer, and musician. She creates work to explore meaning and to honor the transcendent, and her art and writing has appeared in many publications. She teaches both online and at the Montclair Art Museum, specializing in helping people to identify and overcome inner obstacles and to use meditation practices as artists. www.maryamato.com

Artwork accompanying the Pieces in this issue…
An abstract painting featuring vibrant colors, primarily shades of blue and purple, with brushstrokes suggesting a forest or natural landscape.
Harry Bauld
Abstract artwork featuring colorful paint drips in shades of blue, purple, and white, set against a black background.
Fabio Sassi
Close-up image of a spiky flower with pink and orange hues, showcasing its intricate texture and petal formations.
Roger Camp
Abstract artwork featuring fluid patterns in shades of blue, green, and purple, with a central white line creating a contrast.
Milena Makani
An abstract painting featuring vibrant swirls of pink, blue, yellow, and white, resembling a fluid landscape.
Milena Makani
An abstract artwork featuring colorful organic shapes and patterns, including leaves, circles, and spirals, set against a vibrant blue background.
Nataliia Burmaka
A vibrant sunset scene over a beach, showcasing colorful skies with shades of purple, blue, and orange. The ocean waves gently wash onto the shore, where a few rocks are visible on the sand.
Britnie Walston
Abstract painting featuring vibrant colors, including red, green, and blue, intertwined with dynamic white lines that create a sense of movement.
Ellen June Wright
Abstract artwork featuring a textured blend of purple, red, green, and gold patches, resembling a colorful mosaic with various shapes.
John Widdowson
An abstract watercolor painting featuring organic shapes and textures in green, orange, and yellow tones, resembling foliage.
Cynthia Yatchman
A colorful abstract painting featuring numerous small birds perched on a wire against a soft blue-green background, with hints of foliage visible around them.
Devdatta Padekar
An abstract painting featuring warm hues of orange and yellow with a soft depiction of a bird and a floral arrangement, suggesting a serene and vibrant atmosphere.
Barbara Sarvis
A clear glass figurine of a woman reclining on a glossy wooden surface, with dramatic shadows cast by overhead light and a wooden background.
Roger Camp
Close-up of a textured surface featuring vibrant colors, including shades of orange, blue, and purple, with peeling paint and cracks.
Fabio Sassi
Other images appearing alongside the pieces:
Close-up view of a baseball home plate on a dirt field, showing white chalk lines and some dirt plots.
Mark Duffel
Narrow alleyway in a colorful neighborhood with clotheslines stretching across buildings, displaying hanging laundry against a blue sky.
Maud Bocquillod
Sunlight filtering through foliage in a serene wooded pathway, casting light rays and creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Artem Stoliar
A silhouette of a person standing on a hillside, gazing up at a starry night sky filled with countless stars and a hint of the Milky Way.
Klemen Vrankar
A bustling market scene featuring various antique items, including decorative jars, a cherub statue, an ornate egg, and colorful fruits arranged on a table.
Simone Pellegrini
A cozy cafe interior featuring wooden tables and two cups of coffee on a table in the foreground.
Luke Chesser
A panoramic view of traditional architecture in Tbilisi, Georgia, showcasing colorful houses with wooden balconies and a distinctive turquoise dome of a building in the foreground.
Mostafa Meraji
The exterior of a mall entrance at dusk, with lit windows and a clear sky.
Raymond Kotewicz
A sunlit picnic blanket on green grass, surrounded by trees, with sunlight streaming through the leaves in a peaceful outdoor setting.
Jennie Clavel
A close-up of a handwritten letter on a table, with a black fountain pen and scattered purple flowers nearby.
Debby Hudson
A dimly lit tunnel with stone walls, featuring two narrow tracks leading deeper into the darkness, illuminated by overhead lights.
Luca Maffeis
Close-up of a 20-sided die (d20) in bronze color, with other multi-colored dice in the background, creating a vibrant gaming atmosphere.
Timothy Dykes
A heart-shaped cloud against a deep blue sky.
Dallas Reedy
A close-up image of a withered, dark red rose against a black background.
Michael Yuan
A vibrant street scene in a marketplace, bustling with people and traffic. Vendors and shoppers can be seen along both sides, with motorcycles navigating through the crowd and palm trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
Ümit Yıldırım
A person walking on a foggy street towards a dimly lit old house with tree silhouettes in the foreground and a faint blue background.
Ján Jakub Naništa
A beautifully set dining table featuring a decorative platter with mini pumpkins, pinecones, and ornaments, surrounded by autumn leaves. Elegant glassware and tableware are arranged, accentuated by a warm wooden floor in the background.
Virginia Simionato
Colorful candies arranged to spell 'Google' on a white surface, with M&M's bags and additional candies scattered around.
lalo Hernandez
Issue #22 ~ Winter 2026 ~ Best Of Edition