A.F. Oehmke is an artist, designer, and writer based in the Midwest. Oehmke received a BFA in sculpture from the Maryland Institute College of Art, and an MFA in 2D Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art. Oehmke’s practice emphasizes being over making, and explores cultural hierarchies and social ideologies. Intentionally obtuse at times, Oehmke’s work renders itself illegible to viewers without the skill or ability to decenter themselves—but if you know, you know. 

In addition to making art and design objects, Oehmke has also written about happenings on the internet in the weekly column ‘The Internet is Exploding’ for the Baltimore-based arts and culture journal BmoreArt. 

Oehmke’s work has been on view throughout the country including in New York City, Baltimore, and Michigan, and featured in publications such as Hyperallergic, Art F City, and Eye on Design. The Cranbrook Museum of Art houses Oehmke’s work in its permanent collection.