Tara Hempstead

Los Angeles, California

Bio

Tara Hempstead is a comedy scriptwriter, visual artist, and violinist based in Los Angeles. Zines are the latest extension of her existential humor. Her zines are usually hand-illustrated tales of her experiences and latest discoveries. Other themes in her work include nostalgia, vintage/retro elements, mental health, and intense passions for things that are usually deemed "casual interests" like cheese, antiques, and getting her hair to curl just right.

Zines

DM @popt_art on Instagram for purchase.

Become a Coffee Addict, $10.00 - Some people got hooked on sourdough starters at the height of the pandemic lock-down, while I finally acquired a taste, nay, addiction, for coffee.

You're Overthinking It, $10.00 - Breaking down an overthought thought, as a simple choice spirals out of control. Definitely not overthinking this description!

How to Curl Your Hair, $12.00 - Do you want to know how to get the PERFECT CURLS? Then you must have this existential companion guide!

Visiting My Old Neighborhood, $15.00 - On a recent solo trip to NYC, I roam the streets of my old Brooklyn neighborhood on a surreal yet comforting walk.

Let's Address the Womb in the Room, $20.00 print, $10.00 digital - Spoiler alert: if it's not your womb, it's not your business! (A portion of each sale of this zine will benefit Planned Parenthood). View zine contents here.

Links, Social, & Support

Website: tarahempstead.com

Art blog: thoughtexhibit.wordpress.com

Social media: @popt_art on Instagram

Venmo: @Tara-Hempstead