Jul 6, 2023

Why we’re fascinated: Because Stoddard has made a career doing all of the art: acrylic murals, digital photo collages, black-and-white comics, ceramic sculptures, installations, magical films, books, and plays that she writes, directs and stars in. She kicked off 2023 with a performance at Brooklyn’s Irondale Center, premiered her play “Quail Tales” at the Players Theatre in Greenwich Village, and in late December of 2022 released an experimental film about mental health and mermaids called “Her Garden.” These creations are backed by Stoddard’s own press and production company, Quail Bell. Season two of her podcast, “Badass Lady-Folk,” is currently underway.

— Colin Kirkland