Jana Mertens is an emerging artist who employs her craft to illuminate the often overlooked nuances of everyday life. She is currently pursuing a dual degree in Art & Media and Philosophy at the Carl von Ossietzky University in Oldenburg. In her work, Jana addresses the anonymity of individuals, particularly in everyday settings such as waiting rooms, offices, and museums. Through this exploration, she creates an ambience that is simultaneously familiar and enigmatic. Her oeuvre traverses the stylistic boundaries between realism and surrealism, frequently depicting individuals in suits, as well as those attired in everyday attire. Her art encourages the viewer to delve beneath the surface and uncover the narratives that lie beneath the surface.