Biographical Info

April Werle (she/her) is a narrative painter, whose works investigate how culture is internalized and negotiated as a mixed-race person. Influenced by her Filipino heritage and multicultural upbringing, Werle’s works explore themes of mixed-race identity, family, and belonging. She reimagines memories and shared family stories, skillfully capturing the nuances of body language, particularly through the expressive use of hands. Her paintings have been exhibited at the Holter Museum of Art, Missoula Art Museum, and The Other Art Fair Los Angeles, and featured in New Visionary Magazine and Kapwa Magazine.

An advocate for multiculturalism and intercultural dialogue, Werle has been invited to speak about her work, including a keynote speech at Montana State University with the Asian Student Interracial Association. She has received recognition for her contributions, including a WESTAF BIPOC Artist Fund Award, an ARPA Grant, and a Strategic Investment Grant from the Montana Arts Council.