https://www.theartblog.org/archive/artblog-radio/ A CONVERSATION ON ART AND COMMUNITY SINCE 2003. ARTBLOG IS A PHILADELPHIA-BASED NON-PROFIT. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:54:40 +0000 en hourly 1 https://www.theartblog.org/wp-content/uploaded/cropped-favicon-32x32.png https://www.theartblog.org 32 32 An Ongoing Conversation About Art and Community in Philadelphia and the World Artblog false episodic An Ongoing Conversation About Art and Community in Philadelphia and the World https://www.theartblog.org/wp-content/uploaded/2018/10/artblog-radio-logo-2018-3000x3000.png https://www.theartblog.org/archive/artblog-radio/ https://www.theartblog.org/feed/podcast TheArtblog,Inc. editor@theartblog.org https://www.theartblog.org/2025/06/midweek-news-taji-tr7-odunde-mountainhead-benjamin-banneker-steven-perloff-plus-a-final-wrap-up/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 02:06:00 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=90115 Episode 315 – In this tear-and-laughter-filled finale, Roberta and Ryan battle Canadian wildfire smoke, HBO’s Mountainhead, and the emotional weight of 21 years as Artblog Radio signs off. Between Carl Sagan’s golden record riffs and Pee-wee Herman doc love letters, they map Philly’s explosive June art chaos: South Street’s 50th, Odunde’s river rituals, and Taji Ra’oof […]]]> Episode 315 – In this tear-and-laughter-filled finale, Roberta and Ryan battle Canadian wildfire smoke, HBO’s Mountainhead, and the emotional weight of 21 years as Artblog Radio signs off. Between Carl Sagan’s golden record riffs and Pee-wee Herman doc love letters, they map Philly’s explosive June art chaos: South Street’s 50th, Odunde’s river rituals, and Taji Ra’oof […]]]> 315 23:20 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/05/midweek-news-pee-wee-doc-bbc-earth-philly-2026-collective-futures-artist-residency-photolounge-nyc-trip-charming-disaster/ Sat, 31 May 2025 03:23:27 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=89731 Episode 314 – This week’s Artblog Radio is equal parts tech nostalgia and grassroots rebellion. Roberta and Ryan rage against email (thank god we don’t have to go back to dial-up modems!) while dissecting HBO’s haunting Pee-wee Herman doc and BBC Earth’s time-lapsed jungles. Dive into ‘Collective Futures’—Vox Populi’s 2026 insurgency against anniversary pageantry—and Scout’s […]]]> Episode 314 – This week’s Artblog Radio is equal parts tech nostalgia and grassroots rebellion. Roberta and Ryan rage against email (thank god we don’t have to go back to dial-up modems!) while dissecting HBO’s haunting Pee-wee Herman doc and BBC Earth’s time-lapsed jungles. Dive into ‘Collective Futures’—Vox Populi’s 2026 insurgency against anniversary pageantry—and Scout’s […]]]> 314 24:16 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/05/midweek-news-700k-pcf-boost-library-company-history-review-porchfest-calder-gardens-and-much-more/ Fri, 23 May 2025 02:35:27 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=89424 Episode 313 – Rain-soaked but resilient, Roberta and Ryan return with Artblog Radio’s Midweek News—Roberta spotlights the Philadelphia Cultural Fund’s surprise $700K boost for orgs like Attic Youth Center and Philly Orchestra, the Library Company reimagines whose history gets preserved. Don’t miss Cindy Stockton Moore’s ode to Brendan Fernandes’ genre-bending dance-meets-sculpture spectacle or Calder Gardens’ […]]]> Episode 313 – Rain-soaked but resilient, Roberta and Ryan return with Artblog Radio’s Midweek News—Roberta spotlights the Philadelphia Cultural Fund’s surprise $700K boost for orgs like Attic Youth Center and Philly Orchestra, the Library Company reimagines whose history gets preserved. Don’t miss Cindy Stockton Moore’s ode to Brendan Fernandes’ genre-bending dance-meets-sculpture spectacle or Calder Gardens’ […]]]> 313 19:17 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/05/midweek-news-mickalene-thomas-pig-iron-rutgers-death-and-art-festival-and-much-more/ Sun, 18 May 2025 01:25:39 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=89260 Episode 312 – Raincoat week, which leads to Ryan’s Subaru saga. Roberta and Ryan swap tales while celebrating Artblog’s 21+ year legacy—don’t miss their October 23rd farewell bash! Highlights: Mickalene Thomas dropping wisdom at Rutgers, Pig Iron’s Franklin’s Key bending history into theater, and Laurel Hill Cemetery’s haunting Death & Arts performances. We hope you enjoy!   […]]]> Episode 312 – Raincoat week, which leads to Ryan’s Subaru saga. Roberta and Ryan swap tales while celebrating Artblog’s 21+ year legacy—don’t miss their October 23rd farewell bash! Highlights: Mickalene Thomas dropping wisdom at Rutgers, Pig Iron’s Franklin’s Key bending history into theater, and Laurel Hill Cemetery’s haunting Death & Arts performances. We hope you enjoy!   […]]]> 312 26:11 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/05/midweek-news-705-west-gallery-uarts-printmaking-woodmere-expansion-we-are-the-seeds-kentridge-neue-galerie-rent-lady-hoofers-young-mid-collectors-and-more/ Fri, 09 May 2025 23:05:59 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=88918 Episode 311 – Grab a coffee (or a Mittelschlag strudel) and join Roberta and Ryan for Artblog Radio’s bittersweet swan song. In this Midweek News, they have updates on Woodmere’s new building, UArts’ printmaking, and a Starbucks bathroom art drop so absurd it’s genius. They discuss Artblog’s 21-year goodbye party (October 23rd—RSVP now!), they recap Roberta’s […]]]> Episode 311 – Grab a coffee (or a Mittelschlag strudel) and join Roberta and Ryan for Artblog Radio’s bittersweet swan song. In this Midweek News, they have updates on Woodmere’s new building, UArts’ printmaking, and a Starbucks bathroom art drop so absurd it’s genius. They discuss Artblog’s 21-year goodbye party (October 23rd—RSVP now!), they recap Roberta’s […]]]> 311 17:11 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/05/perpetual-inventory-a-ruminative-installation-by-scott-kip-at-arcadia-university/ Tue, 06 May 2025 14:14:52 +0000 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=88650 Episode 310 – Roberta and Ryan sit down with Scott Kip and discuss his show Perpetual Inventory – A Ruminative Installation. The show is now closed, but we wanted to share what happens when a skateboard-riding clockmaker turns his life into a walkthrough sculpture. In this irreverent chat with Scott Kipp—artist, Masonic Temple devotee, and […]]]> Episode 310 – Roberta and Ryan sit down with Scott Kip and discuss his show Perpetual Inventory – A Ruminative Installation. The show is now closed, but we wanted to share what happens when a skateboard-riding clockmaker turns his life into a walkthrough sculpture. In this irreverent chat with Scott Kipp—artist, Masonic Temple devotee, and […]]]> 310 40:35 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/midweek-news-janice-merendino-joe-ovelman-first-friday-small-favors-fishtown-festival-south-street-live-bernie-broad-street-run-and-so-much-more/ Thu, 01 May 2025 00:02:18 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=88524 Episode 309 – Roberta spotlights Janice Merendino’s boundary-pushing art legacy and Joe Ovelman raw, Sharpie-scrawled Sauna Dish tales. Ryan preps for First Friday chaos with South Street’s block parties, Clay Studio’s Small Favors, and Fishtown’s music marathon. Between guerrilla gardening workshops, Bernie’s May Day rally, and Broad Street Run crowds, Philly’s buzzing with springtime grit. […]]]> Episode 309 – Roberta spotlights Janice Merendino’s boundary-pushing art legacy and Joe Ovelman raw, Sharpie-scrawled Sauna Dish tales. Ryan preps for First Friday chaos with South Street’s block parties, Clay Studio’s Small Favors, and Fishtown’s music marathon. Between guerrilla gardening workshops, Bernie’s May Day rally, and Broad Street Run crowds, Philly’s buzzing with springtime grit. […]]]> 309 16:24 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/midweek-news-chuck-patch-ken-lum-shifting-realities-art-in-city-halls-22nd-anniversary-philadelphia-independent-film-festival-and-much-more/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 03:55:17 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=88271 Episode 308 – Roberta spotlights Chuck Patch’s striking street photography, Ryan dives into Benjamin Lay’s fiery abolitionist legacy, and Chi previews Panda Fest’s lively Asian culinary buzz. Anjali shares Open Streets’ urban charm, while Shifting Realities unpacks immigrant voices, and Ken Lum reimagines language through paint. Celebrate milestones at Art in City Hall, groove to […]]]> Episode 308 – Roberta spotlights Chuck Patch’s striking street photography, Ryan dives into Benjamin Lay’s fiery abolitionist legacy, and Chi previews Panda Fest’s lively Asian culinary buzz. Anjali shares Open Streets’ urban charm, while Shifting Realities unpacks immigrant voices, and Ken Lum reimagines language through paint. Celebrate milestones at Art in City Hall, groove to […]]]> 308 16:46 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/midweek-news-portal-moves-immigrant-video-in-love-park-table-sessions-temple-film-fest-fashion-shows-jazz-month-in-philly-happy-birthday-calvin-and-much-more/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:26:52 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=88055 Episode 307- In this whirlwind Midweek News episode, Roberta’s gushing over baby Calvin (👶✨), Ryan’s back from College of the Atlantic in Maine, Chi’s Brooklyn Flea camera hunt nails that Shibuya vibe, and Anjali celebrates opera in New York. We’ve got Temple’s indie film fest, Moore College’s runway-ready fashion showdown, and Love Park’s after-dark immigrant […]]]> Episode 307- In this whirlwind Midweek News episode, Roberta’s gushing over baby Calvin (👶✨), Ryan’s back from College of the Atlantic in Maine, Chi’s Brooklyn Flea camera hunt nails that Shibuya vibe, and Anjali celebrates opera in New York. We’ve got Temple’s indie film fest, Moore College’s runway-ready fashion showdown, and Love Park’s after-dark immigrant […]]]> 307 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/curating-change-zindzi-harley-on-black-museums-digital-storytelling-and-the-future-of-art-activism/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:18:27 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=87898 Find more info about Zindzi Harley: ZindziHarley.com Zindzine on IG   Click to expand the podcast transcript Logan Cryer: Hey, you are listening to Artblog Radio recorded here in Philadelphia. My name is Logan Cryer, and in this episode you will hear a conversation between myself and the amazing Zindzi Harley. Zindzi Harley is a […]]]> Find more info about Zindzi Harley: ZindziHarley.com Zindzine on IG   Click to expand the podcast transcript Logan Cryer: Hey, you are listening to Artblog Radio recorded here in Philadelphia. My name is Logan Cryer, and in this episode you will hear a conversation between myself and the amazing Zindzi Harley. Zindzi Harley is a […]]]> 45:48 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/midweek-news-hiking-appalachian-trail-david-sedaris-center-for-architecture-pride-and-prejudice-reading-techowl-soapbox-comic-workshop-art-battle-and-more/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:06:17 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=87768 Episode 306 – In this lively Midweek News episode, Roberta and Ryan swap spring adventures – from treacherous Appalachian Trail hikes to David Sedaris’ fabulous culottes. We highlight crucial arts events saving Philly’s creative spaces, explore accessibility innovations at Tech Owl, and get fired up about judicial elections. Grab your allergy meds and join us […]]]> Episode 306 – In this lively Midweek News episode, Roberta and Ryan swap spring adventures – from treacherous Appalachian Trail hikes to David Sedaris’ fabulous culottes. We highlight crucial arts events saving Philly’s creative spaces, explore accessibility innovations at Tech Owl, and get fired up about judicial elections. Grab your allergy meds and join us […]]]> 306 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/04/midweek-news-hidden-city-kickstarter-sean-lugo-show-epa-and-imls-cuts-car-free-walnut-st-and-more/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 02:48:39 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=87551 Episode 305 – Philly’s bursting with art, activism, and a few heartaches! Roberta, Ryan, Anjali, and Chi dive into Hidden City’s Fill in Color Kickstarter, Sean Lugo’s Rockwell-meets-Latino-art show, and Bartram’s Garden’s EPA funding loss. Cheer up with Walnut Street’s car-free Sundays, Philly Porch Fest’s 400 free shows, and PMA’s myth-busting Mythical Creatures: China and […]]]> Episode 305 – Philly’s bursting with art, activism, and a few heartaches! Roberta, Ryan, Anjali, and Chi dive into Hidden City’s Fill in Color Kickstarter, Sean Lugo’s Rockwell-meets-Latino-art show, and Bartram’s Garden’s EPA funding loss. Cheer up with Walnut Street’s car-free Sundays, Philly Porch Fest’s 400 free shows, and PMA’s myth-busting Mythical Creatures: China and […]]]> 19:36 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/03/midweek-news-frick-museum-vox-populi-jury-show-philly-theater-week-seven-funny-bits-giovannis-room-cecily-browns-barnes-show-and-much-more/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 03:47:57 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=87315 Episode 304 – Strap in, art lovers! Roberta, Ryan, Anjali, and Chi pack this week with NYC museum adventures (Frick’s glittering Rembrandts, Odili Odita’s MoMA mural!), Philly Theater Week gems like Seven Funny Bits and Giovanni’s Room, plus urgent talks on trans rights and incarceration.]]> Episode 304 – Strap in, art lovers! Roberta, Ryan, Anjali, and Chi pack this week with NYC museum adventures (Frick’s glittering Rembrandts, Odili Odita’s MoMA mural!), Philly Theater Week gems like Seven Funny Bits and Giovanni’s Room, plus urgent talks on trans rights and incarceration.]]> 304 20:04 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/03/midweek-news-bicycle-coalition-youth-cycling-kayla-e-tyler-kline-megan-bridge-amy-sherald-odili-odita-grayce-carson-print-philly-2025-and-more/ Wed, 19 Mar 2025 23:10:33 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=87039 Episode 303 – Wow do we have a show for you. Roberta and Ryan both fail to keep their list 3 and under. There are so many interesting shows happening, from Tyler Kline and Megan Bridge to Amy Sherald and Odili Donald Odita, Grayce Carson and Paper Doll Ensemble, to the upcoming Print Philly Fair. […]]]> Episode 303 – Wow do we have a show for you. Roberta and Ryan both fail to keep their list 3 and under. There are so many interesting shows happening, from Tyler Kline and Megan Bridge to Amy Sherald and Odili Donald Odita, Grayce Carson and Paper Doll Ensemble, to the upcoming Print Philly Fair. […]]]> 303 23:20 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/03/midweek-news-chimaera-art-and-comedy-shift-rmmb-curatorial-fellowship-low-tech-small-works-adss-syrian-prisoners-music-behind-the-bars-and-more/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:23:13 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=86745 “Episode 302 – This week Roberta and Ryan talk Chimaera art and comedy shows, a sustainability and recycling-focused store in Narberth, the RMMB Curatorial Fellowship at Allens Lane. Ryan gives you his 3 picks of the week, with Low Tech, Small Works, and Al-Bustan. There’s a lot happening this Second Thursday. We hope you enjoy […]]]> “Episode 302 – This week Roberta and Ryan talk Chimaera art and comedy shows, a sustainability and recycling-focused store in Narberth, the RMMB Curatorial Fellowship at Allens Lane. Ryan gives you his 3 picks of the week, with Low Tech, Small Works, and Al-Bustan. There’s a lot happening this Second Thursday. We hope you enjoy […]]]> 302 17:50 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/03/midweek-news-emotional-intelligence-oscars-grate-gpca-aaff-submissions-and-more/ Wed, 05 Mar 2025 18:32:25 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=86510 Episode 301 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss what is and is not emotional intelligence, in conjunction with the Oscars. Roberta sees student-curated show at St. Joseph Maguire Museum. Ryan got to see Half-God of Rainfall, plus openings and opportunities. We hope you enjoy! Click to see the Show Links: Make or Break: Creativity […]]]> Episode 301 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss what is and is not emotional intelligence, in conjunction with the Oscars. Roberta sees student-curated show at St. Joseph Maguire Museum. Ryan got to see Half-God of Rainfall, plus openings and opportunities. We hope you enjoy! Click to see the Show Links: Make or Break: Creativity […]]]> 301 21:11 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/02/midweek-news-mami-kato-caspar-david-friedrich-nyc-public-library-li-sumpter-print-center-rosemount-college-katie-hudnall-and-more/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:26:23 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=86291 Episode 300 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss Swarthmore’s exhibit by Mami Kato, Caspar David Friedrich at the MET, NYC public library treasures, & Li Sumpter mix tape and zine. Ryan gives his list of top 3 plus sneaks in another 3 shoutouts to Juana Estrada Hernández, Kathleen Studebaker, Katie Hudnall, and Grayce Carson […]]]> Episode 300 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss Swarthmore’s exhibit by Mami Kato, Caspar David Friedrich at the MET, NYC public library treasures, & Li Sumpter mix tape and zine. Ryan gives his list of top 3 plus sneaks in another 3 shoutouts to Juana Estrada Hernández, Kathleen Studebaker, Katie Hudnall, and Grayce Carson […]]]> 300 21:26 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/02/midweek-news-economic-boycott-chimaera-gallery-vox-kindness-art-contest-satin-half-god-of-rainfall-crescendo-and-more/ Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:52:46 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=86076 Episode 299 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss changes in DEI policy and should that lead to an economic boycott? Shows at Chimaera Gallery, Vox Populi, and the Second Annual Strokes of Kindness Art Contest. Ryan updates his calendar to include Crescendo, Half-God of Rai,n and Satin to name just a few. Thanks for […]]]> Episode 299 – This week Roberta and Ryan discuss changes in DEI policy and should that lead to an economic boycott? Shows at Chimaera Gallery, Vox Populi, and the Second Annual Strokes of Kindness Art Contest. Ryan updates his calendar to include Crescendo, Half-God of Rai,n and Satin to name just a few. Thanks for […]]]> 299 17:38 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/02/midweek-news-go-birds-lix-pafa-valentines-day-uarts-buildings-peoples-light-esperanza-arts-and-more/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 23:59:11 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=85704 Episode 298 – Roberta and Ryan discuss the Birds victory and the post exuberance plus post-pandemic relief money, Second Thursday opening and Valentine’s Day events plus the Eagles Victory Parade and much more. Click to see the Show Links:   Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is […]]]> Episode 298 – Roberta and Ryan discuss the Birds victory and the post exuberance plus post-pandemic relief money, Second Thursday opening and Valentine’s Day events plus the Eagles Victory Parade and much more. Click to see the Show Links:   Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is […]]]> 298 15:48 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/02/midweek-news-puerto-rico-arts-control-gpca-survey-bewilderment-by-richard-powers-street-art-competition-and-openings-this-week/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 19:34:48 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=85301 Episode 297 – Roberta and Ryan discuss surveys conducted by the Philadelphia City Council and one presented by a Drexel grad student. There’s news from the Art world in Puerto Rico and Roberta gives us her thoughts on Bewilderment by Richard Powers. Ryan is excited about the Multiverse event, along with an archivist dream show. […]]]> Episode 297 – Roberta and Ryan discuss surveys conducted by the Philadelphia City Council and one presented by a Drexel grad student. There’s news from the Art world in Puerto Rico and Roberta gives us her thoughts on Bewilderment by Richard Powers. Ryan is excited about the Multiverse event, along with an archivist dream show. […]]]> 297 27:00 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/02/uv-lucas-talks-about-her-practice-as-an-artist-dj-and-photographer/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 19:16:15 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=85288 In this wide-ranging conversation, Logan Cryer talks with DJ and photographer, Uv Lucas. Cryer says the artist's journey "from spinning records to capturing moments through the lens of her camera reflects a deep passion for creativity and self-expression." ]]> In this wide-ranging conversation, Logan Cryer talks with DJ and photographer, Uv Lucas. Cryer says the artist's journey "from spinning records to capturing moments through the lens of her camera reflects a deep passion for creativity and self-expression." ]]> 46:52 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2025/01/midweek-news-lunar-new-year-secretary-to-the-people-guadalupe-maravilla-gabardine-eric-marsh-loud-queer-spiritual-experience-and-more/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 23:34:04 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=84734 Episode 296 – Roberta and Ryan are joined this week by our University of Pennsylvania master’s students in the Nonprofit Leadership Program, Anjali Miller and Chi Yan. Roberta returns safely and Ryan embraces the Go Birds spirit. Click to see the Show Links:   Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. […]]]> Episode 296 – Roberta and Ryan are joined this week by our University of Pennsylvania master’s students in the Nonprofit Leadership Program, Anjali Miller and Chi Yan. Roberta returns safely and Ryan embraces the Go Birds spirit. Click to see the Show Links:   Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. […]]]> 296 21:12 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/01/midweek-news-creative-philadelphia-sarah-kaizar-leeway-award-winners-michener-museum-fallawayinto-agorta-de-la-danse-and-more/ Wed, 22 Jan 2025 22:01:51 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=84071 Episode 295 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Creative Philadelphia Talent Search IMPHL 2025 – $1000 Prize, Sarah Kaizar’s AT Feed, Leeway Transformation Award Winner, Lane Spiedel, Michener Museum Opening dates and Caulder Gardens opening September. Ryan is intrigued by Agora de la Danse VR dance performance, Philadelphia Suns Lunar New Year parade time and fallawayinto […]]]> Episode 295 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Creative Philadelphia Talent Search IMPHL 2025 – $1000 Prize, Sarah Kaizar’s AT Feed, Leeway Transformation Award Winner, Lane Spiedel, Michener Museum Opening dates and Caulder Gardens opening September. Ryan is intrigued by Agora de la Danse VR dance performance, Philadelphia Suns Lunar New Year parade time and fallawayinto […]]]> 295 15:56 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/01/midweek-news-mlk-day-aamp-brunch-space-1026-uarts-buildings-for-sale-hyatt-centric-maguire-art-museum-and-more/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:22:31 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=83759 Episode 294 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Black History Month shows beginning to pop up at Hyatt Centric. The African American Museum of Philadelphia (AAMP) has two days of celebration for Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Day, January 20, Maguire Art Museum’s new show along with Temple potentially purchasing UArts Terra building. Space 1026 has […]]]> Episode 294 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Black History Month shows beginning to pop up at Hyatt Centric. The African American Museum of Philadelphia (AAMP) has two days of celebration for Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Day, January 20, Maguire Art Museum’s new show along with Temple potentially purchasing UArts Terra building. Space 1026 has […]]]> 294 21:24 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/01/midweek-news-gary-kuehn-call-for-new-members-teleporter-art-zine-oed-word-of-the-year-lunar-new-year-and-more/ Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:35:05 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=83374 Episode 293 – Roberta and Ryan discuss a new zine from the founders of Marginal Utility, along with opportunities from Vox Populi, and AUTOMAT Gallery. They explore the role of artist membership and community-driven spaces, while touching on art zines like Brain Rot and cultural trends such as “Word of the Year” selections. Roberta shares […]]]> Episode 293 – Roberta and Ryan discuss a new zine from the founders of Marginal Utility, along with opportunities from Vox Populi, and AUTOMAT Gallery. They explore the role of artist membership and community-driven spaces, while touching on art zines like Brain Rot and cultural trends such as “Word of the Year” selections. Roberta shares […]]]> 293 24:14 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2025/01/midweek-news-delaware-museum-films-baldwin-in-turkey-momas-sienna-guston-and-hancock-peter-panto-radio-plays-2024-in-review-and-more/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 19:33:01 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=82780 Episode 292 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Roberta’s upcoming trip to New York to see James Baldwin Photography Show at Brooklyn Public Library, the Siena exhibitions at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Ryan talks about shows that are currently ongoing through the first week of January and Barrymore recommended shows closing soon.     Click […]]]> Episode 292 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Roberta’s upcoming trip to New York to see James Baldwin Photography Show at Brooklyn Public Library, the Siena exhibitions at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Ryan talks about shows that are currently ongoing through the first week of January and Barrymore recommended shows closing soon.     Click […]]]> 292 20:04 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/12/midweek-news-instagram-algorithm-holiday-greeting-cards-washington-re-eactment-magic-garden-dulce-sloan-zoom-etiquette-in-2025-and-more/ Wed, 25 Dec 2024 23:58:56 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=82119 Episode 291 – Roberta and Ryan talk their way through the holiday season from artists greeting cards to Washington Crossing the Delaware. Plus Ryan’s Pick 3 for the week. Click to see the Show Links: RAIR greetings cards from years pass George Washington’s Army Crossing the Delaware Re-Enactment Christmas Day tradition Dulcé Sloan at Punch […]]]> Episode 291 – Roberta and Ryan talk their way through the holiday season from artists greeting cards to Washington Crossing the Delaware. Plus Ryan’s Pick 3 for the week. Click to see the Show Links: RAIR greetings cards from years pass George Washington’s Army Crossing the Delaware Re-Enactment Christmas Day tradition Dulcé Sloan at Punch […]]]> 25:03 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/12/midweek-news-leeway-foundation-new-director-baseball-mural-open-letter-about-arena-kea-and-the-ark-shaheed-rucker-neil-diamond-musical-and-more/ Thu, 19 Dec 2024 02:31:37 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=81878 Episode 290 – Roberta and Ryan talk about new leadership at the Leeway Foundation, the ongoing  Arena saga, Citizen’s Bank Mural winner, SEI, and an open letter from Todd Kimmel. We also get our usual picks of the week. Enjoy! Click to see the Show Links: In the News this week: Leeway Foundation Director – […]]]> Episode 290 – Roberta and Ryan talk about new leadership at the Leeway Foundation, the ongoing  Arena saga, Citizen’s Bank Mural winner, SEI, and an open letter from Todd Kimmel. We also get our usual picks of the week. Enjoy! Click to see the Show Links: In the News this week: Leeway Foundation Director – […]]]> 15:50 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/12/midweek-news-calvin-tomkin-on-rashid-johnson-le-patin-libre-tom-judd-qualeasha-wood-circadium-circus-school-one-man-nutcracker-al-bustan-show-opening-and-more/ Thu, 12 Dec 2024 03:08:25 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=80976 Episode 289 – Roberta and Ryan talk about Calvin Tomkins’ profile in the New Yorker on Rashid Johnson, Le Patin Libre ice performance at Penn, Tom Judd’s podcast, Qualeasha Wood on Forbes List, Circadium Circus School event. One Man Nutcracker, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery, and Roberta sneaks in a couple more.   Click to […]]]> Episode 289 – Roberta and Ryan talk about Calvin Tomkins’ profile in the New Yorker on Rashid Johnson, Le Patin Libre ice performance at Penn, Tom Judd’s podcast, Qualeasha Wood on Forbes List, Circadium Circus School event. One Man Nutcracker, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery, and Roberta sneaks in a couple more.   Click to […]]]> 289 22:28 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/12/midweek-news-shows-closing-big-ramp-facture-pvla-bankruptcy-for-artists-weaver-house-at-bok-make-ready-again-theodore-a-harris-and-holiday-art-markets/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 03:53:26 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=80751 Episode 288 – Roberta and Ryan talk about shows closing this week as well as PVLA online bankruptcy program for artists and organizations. We get into all the holiday markets including Artblog’s Art Market closing this week. Click to see the Show Links: Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: […]]]> Episode 288 – Roberta and Ryan talk about shows closing this week as well as PVLA online bankruptcy program for artists and organizations. We get into all the holiday markets including Artblog’s Art Market closing this week. Click to see the Show Links: Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: […]]]> 19:45 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/11/midweek-news-philadelphia-theater-tickets-booth-quilt-show-leeway-foundation-eco-social-club-penn-live-arts-thanksgiving-elf-mission-story-slam-rocky-day-celebration-mickalene-thomas-show/ Thu, 28 Nov 2024 03:53:44 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=80481 Episode 287 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the new ticket-buying options for theatergoers, the Barnes show, quilt show, Leeway announcements, Rocky day, Elf the musical, and so much more. Click to see the Show Links: Quilt Show on IG Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone. It’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is […]]]> Episode 287 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the new ticket-buying options for theatergoers, the Barnes show, quilt show, Leeway announcements, Rocky day, Elf the musical, and so much more. Click to see the Show Links: Quilt Show on IG Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone. It’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is […]]]> 287 20:07 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/11/midweek-news-philadelphia-cultural-fund-get-more-money-blue-world-gallery-arts-league-arts-bloom-woodmere-germantown-poetry-line-revival-performance-peter-pan-and-more/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:03:18 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=80139 T–Episode 286 – Roberta and Ryan get into Philadelphia Cultural Fund new state funds, Blue World Gallery new online gallery, Woodmere, Arden Theater’s Peter Pan, Germantown’s poetry “Healing Verse Germantown” and much more. Click to see the Show Links: Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan […]]]> T–Episode 286 – Roberta and Ryan get into Philadelphia Cultural Fund new state funds, Blue World Gallery new online gallery, Woodmere, Arden Theater’s Peter Pan, Germantown’s poetry “Healing Verse Germantown” and much more. Click to see the Show Links: Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan […]]]> 286 26:57 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/11/midweek-news-temple-glass-is-50-black-like-that-nosebleed-in-print-francis-beaver-closer-together-coronation-drag-king-heather-cox-richardson-and-more/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 04:33:30 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=79925 Episode 285 – This week Roberta and Ryan get right into resilience, activism, and creative expression in art. Key programs and exhibitions Tyler School of Art’s glass program, Prism Arts, Black Like That, and Closer Together, along with top picks from ArtrblogConnect this week and Roberta gets into Heather Cox Richardson’s Substack. Click to see […]]]> Episode 285 – This week Roberta and Ryan get right into resilience, activism, and creative expression in art. Key programs and exhibitions Tyler School of Art’s glass program, Prism Arts, Black Like That, and Closer Together, along with top picks from ArtrblogConnect this week and Roberta gets into Heather Cox Richardson’s Substack. Click to see […]]]> 285 24:35 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/11/midweek-news-approved-textiles-on-fabric-row-tuft-the-world-uncle-bobbies-ta-nehisi-coates-at-girard-college-art-at-the-border-taller-puertorriqueno-and-more/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 03:27:47 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=79720   Episode 284 – This week our Midweek News falls on election day. Wow. We keep it light, not to worry and we get on with the news at hand. Great shows are opening this week as well. Find the links below and I hope you enjoy the show. Approved Textiles Grand Opening Tuft the […]]]>   Episode 284 – This week our Midweek News falls on election day. Wow. We keep it light, not to worry and we get on with the news at hand. Great shows are opening this week as well. Find the links below and I hope you enjoy the show. Approved Textiles Grand Opening Tuft the […]]]> 284 22:58 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/10/midweek-news-whitney-museum-is-free-brooklyn-rail-is-24-years-old-wharton-esherick-museum-exhibit-free-library-author-events-plus-participatory-opera-at-fringe/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 03:16:20 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=79427 Episode 283 – Roberta talks about Whitney Museum is free, Brooklyn Rail is 24 years old, Wharton Esherick Museum exhibit, Free Library Author events, and she sneaks another bit a news at the very end. Ryan is also sneaking and keeps his top 3 events of the week to 5. We just couldn’t help ourselves […]]]> Episode 283 – Roberta talks about Whitney Museum is free, Brooklyn Rail is 24 years old, Wharton Esherick Museum exhibit, Free Library Author events, and she sneaks another bit a news at the very end. Ryan is also sneaking and keeps his top 3 events of the week to 5. We just couldn’t help ourselves […]]]> 283 21:29 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/10/midweek-news-marta-sanchez-mickalene-thomas-theater-by-development-arden-frank-maya-wilma-and-book-reviews/ Thu, 24 Oct 2024 03:11:42 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=79152 Episode 282 – Roberta talks about Marta Sanchez’s new show as well as Mickalene Thomas opening at the Barnes Foundation and the upcoming shows in concert with her show. Ryan gives his 3 events, Theater by Development’s No Breakfast, for Halloween at the black box at Vox Populi. Intimate Apparel at Arden Theater. Frank Maya […]]]> Episode 282 – Roberta talks about Marta Sanchez’s new show as well as Mickalene Thomas opening at the Barnes Foundation and the upcoming shows in concert with her show. Ryan gives his 3 events, Theater by Development’s No Breakfast, for Halloween at the black box at Vox Populi. Intimate Apparel at Arden Theater. Frank Maya […]]]> 282 24:10 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/10/midweek-news-hidden-city-podcast-electric-school-buses-osgemeos-basquiat-banksy-smithsonian-openings-and-more/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:49:58 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78717 Episode 281 – Roberta talks about Hidden City’s new show and the greening of the School District’s school buses. Ryan mentions his 3 events, though he snuck I a fourth + a shout-out to his Dad, We Here, Cerulean Arts, the Print Center, plus World’s Best Short Films. Links for the show Hidden City’s New […]]]> Episode 281 – Roberta talks about Hidden City’s new show and the greening of the School District’s school buses. Ryan mentions his 3 events, though he snuck I a fourth + a shout-out to his Dad, We Here, Cerulean Arts, the Print Center, plus World’s Best Short Films. Links for the show Hidden City’s New […]]]> 281 23:06 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/10/midweek-news-philadelphia-art-leadership-zoe-ryan-jeffrey-stockbridge-eileen-neff-grammar-late-night-pizza-in-rome-and-more/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:05:47 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78656 Episode 280 – Roberta and Ryan discuss changes in the Philadelphia Art leadership as Zoe Ryan leaves as Director of the Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania to become the director of the Hammer Museum. Roberta talks about Jeffrey Stockbridge and Eileen Neff. Ryan talks about the second Thursday openings at Box […]]]> Episode 280 – Roberta and Ryan discuss changes in the Philadelphia Art leadership as Zoe Ryan leaves as Director of the Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania to become the director of the Hammer Museum. Roberta talks about Jeffrey Stockbridge and Eileen Neff. Ryan talks about the second Thursday openings at Box […]]]> 280 17:30 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/10/midweek-news-rob-blackson-holland-cotter-commonweal-dikembe-mutombo-art-criticism-gravers-lane-la-egoista-morris-arboretum/ Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:58:24 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78579 Episode 279 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Holland Cotter, this year’s winner of the Rabkin Prize for Art Criticism, Rob Blackson leaving Philadelphia to head the Kohl Gallery at Washington College, Commonweal opening, La Egoista showing on Broad St, Tarot at Morris Arboretum, Gravers Lane Gallery opening and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening. […]]]> Episode 279 – Roberta and Ryan discuss Holland Cotter, this year’s winner of the Rabkin Prize for Art Criticism, Rob Blackson leaving Philadelphia to head the Kohl Gallery at Washington College, Commonweal opening, La Egoista showing on Broad St, Tarot at Morris Arboretum, Gravers Lane Gallery opening and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening. […]]]> 279 20:47 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/09/midweek-news-grant-and-fund-winners-rebecca-rutstein-mummer-curious-steven-lee-climer-hacia-la-luz-potus-john-jarboe-the-solicitor-general/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 01:45:04 +0000 Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78427 Episode 278 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the John Jarboe show at Fabric Workshop and Museum and The Bearded Ladies Cabaret, Rebecca Rutstein’s oceanic exploration art, Brandywine Workshop, grants for artists, and new funds for arts organizations. We also talk about Marta Sanchez, Fringe Festival performances, the Arden Theater show Potus, and a Gotham […]]]> Episode 278 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the John Jarboe show at Fabric Workshop and Museum and The Bearded Ladies Cabaret, Rebecca Rutstein’s oceanic exploration art, Brandywine Workshop, grants for artists, and new funds for arts organizations. We also talk about Marta Sanchez, Fringe Festival performances, the Arden Theater show Potus, and a Gotham […]]]> 278 23:44 Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2024/09/midweek-news-pafa-leadership-change-uarts-bankruptcy-philly-comics-partners-and-son-free-library-nancy-herman-gallery-and-our-fringe-and-cannonballs-picks-of-the-week/ Thu, 19 Sep 2024 01:19:52 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78345 Episode 277 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the news surrounding Philadelphia art school and institutions, new galleries, some talk about comics and Partners and sons. Of course we diverted into wheat pasted art, see the images that Dr. Chip Thomas (@jetsonorama) pasted onto Ryan’s travel van. Plus the Artblog ArtMkt. We hope you enjoy! […]]]> Episode 277 – Roberta and Ryan talk about the news surrounding Philadelphia art school and institutions, new galleries, some talk about comics and Partners and sons. Of course we diverted into wheat pasted art, see the images that Dr. Chip Thomas (@jetsonorama) pasted onto Ryan’s travel van. Plus the Artblog ArtMkt. We hope you enjoy! […]]]> 277 26:07 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/09/midweek-news-podcast-no-arena-town-hall-arcadia-university-stephan-salisbury-and-james-earl-jones-cherry-street-pier-fringe-and-cannonball-festivals-black-circus-week-new-theater-season-an/ Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:13:54 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78290 In this news and gossip-filled conversation, Roberta and Ryan talk about New York and Philadelphia, meandering around topics like the Art on Paper Fair and Jenny Holzer at the Guggenheim, Mayor Cherelle Parker's Town Hall about the 76ers arena, Danish "hygge" in New York, and Germantown, and the death of Stephan Salisbury - and many other things.]]> In this news and gossip-filled conversation, Roberta and Ryan talk about New York and Philadelphia, meandering around topics like the Art on Paper Fair and Jenny Holzer at the Guggenheim, Mayor Cherelle Parker's Town Hall about the 76ers arena, Danish "hygge" in New York, and Germantown, and the death of Stephan Salisbury - and many other things.]]> 276 20:32 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/09/midweek-news-podcast-sonia-sanchez-barnes-photolounge-gallery-blah-blah-gallery-art-call-walruses-on-the-nyt-theater-picks-for-the-week-and-good-samaritans/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:48:28 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78218 Roberta and Ryan talk about a Sonia Sanchez, PhotoLounge, Blah Blah Gallery, cuddling walruses and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening.]]> Roberta and Ryan talk about a Sonia Sanchez, PhotoLounge, Blah Blah Gallery, cuddling walruses and a whole lot more. Thanks for listening.]]> 275 23:46 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/08/midweek-news-podcast-washington-post-mary-on-broadway-artblog-art-market-infospace-gallery-mycology-and-theater-picks-for-the-week/ Thu, 29 Aug 2024 01:19:51 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78154 Roberta and Ryan talk about a New York play, "Oh, Mary!" and also about $11 tickets to Opera Philadelphia productions, the Washington Post dropping its gallery reviews (shame!) and, mycelium and mycology. Whoa, what!?]]> Roberta and Ryan talk about a New York play, "Oh, Mary!" and also about $11 tickets to Opera Philadelphia productions, the Washington Post dropping its gallery reviews (shame!) and, mycelium and mycology. Whoa, what!?]]> 274 14:48 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/08/midweek-news-podcast-pepon-osorio-refik-anadol-folklore-society-musical-events-theater-in-the-x-and-miranda-july-book-recommendations/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:52:14 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78099 Ryan and Roberta talk about a couple upcoming exhibitions, plays and events. They're interested in the Refik Anadol AI piece, "Gaudi Dreams," and they love books! Ryan read Miranda July's latest, 'All Fours' and Roberta mentions the George Saunders 'Lincoln in the Bardo,' as having something in common. ]]> Ryan and Roberta talk about a couple upcoming exhibitions, plays and events. They're interested in the Refik Anadol AI piece, "Gaudi Dreams," and they love books! Ryan read Miranda July's latest, 'All Fours' and Roberta mentions the George Saunders 'Lincoln in the Bardo,' as having something in common. ]]> 273 21:04 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/08/midweek-news-podcast-ken-lum-megan-bridge-no-arena-drag-philly-womens-theater-festival-and-more/ Thu, 15 Aug 2024 02:27:18 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=78046 Today's news is about Ken Lum's solo exhibit at Ulises, Megan Bridge's Bach Cello Suites project at the PMA, No Arena Drag Show, plus data. Ryan talks about a report on museum equity of pay, gender representation and more. Interesting numbers ahead! ]]> Today's news is about Ken Lum's solo exhibit at Ulises, Megan Bridge's Bach Cello Suites project at the PMA, No Arena Drag Show, plus data. Ryan talks about a report on museum equity of pay, gender representation and more. Interesting numbers ahead! ]]> 272 19:27 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/08/midweek-news-podcast-commonweal-fabric-museum-opportunities-artblog-connect-events/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 02:03:49 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77984 Roberta shares two news updates on Commonweal Gallery's move to the Kensington Arts Corridor, and a new Executive Director at the Fabric Workshop and Museum. There's also a new opportunity. Ryan offers this week's recommendations on events ]]> Roberta shares two news updates on Commonweal Gallery's move to the Kensington Arts Corridor, and a new Executive Director at the Fabric Workshop and Museum. There's also a new opportunity. Ryan offers this week's recommendations on events ]]> 271 14:46 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/07/midweek-news-podcast-opportunities-at-peep-gallery-bala-avenue-of-the-arts-first-friday-openings-black-star-film-festivals-and-coho-salmon/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:45:22 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77908 Episode 270 – In this week’s installment, Roberta shares two opportunies. Peep Project and Bala Art Walk. In this conversation, Roberta discusses the Bala Art Walk which had a due date of July 30th which is now passed but the organizers have clarified that anyone that applies after the deadline will be waitlisted. I give […]]]> Episode 270 – In this week’s installment, Roberta shares two opportunies. Peep Project and Bala Art Walk. In this conversation, Roberta discusses the Bala Art Walk which had a due date of July 30th which is now passed but the organizers have clarified that anyone that applies after the deadline will be waitlisted. I give […]]]> 270 23:50 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/07/midweek-news-podcast-harlem-renaissance-show-ghost-city-book-reviews-philly-fun-guide-ending-shakespeare-circus-and-more/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 15:12:24 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77845 Ryan and Roberta talk about books, quilts -- and the big news, that GPCA is discontinuing Philly Fun Guide! And Fun Savers. Enjoy the conversation and go out and see some art!]]> Ryan and Roberta talk about books, quilts -- and the big news, that GPCA is discontinuing Philly Fun Guide! And Fun Savers. Enjoy the conversation and go out and see some art!]]> 269 19:44 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/07/midweek-news-podcast-velocity-fund-pafa-shakespeare-tap-performances-and-ai-prejudices/ Thu, 18 Jul 2024 02:15:49 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77755 Episode 268 – In this installment of the Midweek Podcast, Roberta and I discuss the Velocity fund, changes at PAFA, Icebox’s latest show, Lady Hoofers, another Shakespeare in the park and AI prejudice. Thanks for listening. ~Ryan Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan and this […]]]> Episode 268 – In this installment of the Midweek Podcast, Roberta and I discuss the Velocity fund, changes at PAFA, Icebox’s latest show, Lady Hoofers, another Shakespeare in the park and AI prejudice. Thanks for listening. ~Ryan Click to expand the podcast transcript Roberta: Hi everyone, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan and this […]]]> 268 11:58 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/07/midweek-news-podcast-cfeva-fellows-library-company-artblogconnect-events-schitts-creek-parody-and-openings/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:05:02 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77680 Episode 267 – In this installment of the Midweek Podcast, Roberta and I discuss the CFEVA fellows, upcoming Artblog features, the Library Company’s latest exhibit, openings at the Barnes as well as Gabby Heit’s new gallery, Box Spring Gallery at Crane Arts and much more. Thanks for listening. ~Ryan Click to expand the podcast transcript […]]]> Episode 267 – In this installment of the Midweek Podcast, Roberta and I discuss the CFEVA fellows, upcoming Artblog features, the Library Company’s latest exhibit, openings at the Barnes as well as Gabby Heit’s new gallery, Box Spring Gallery at Crane Arts and much more. Thanks for listening. ~Ryan Click to expand the podcast transcript […]]]> 267 9:00 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/07/midweek-news-podcast-rail-park-sei-art-openings-news-and-4th-of-july/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:26:06 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77606 In this installment of the Midweek Podcast Roberta and I discuss the Rail Park and the grant it received from the National Endowment for the Arts and what that could mean for the Cut in Center City. Roberta tells us about the West Collection at SEI. I share a couple of noteworthy art openings this […]]]> In this installment of the Midweek Podcast Roberta and I discuss the Rail Park and the grant it received from the National Endowment for the Arts and what that could mean for the Cut in Center City. Roberta tells us about the West Collection at SEI. I share a couple of noteworthy art openings this […]]]> 14:35 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/06/midweek-news-podcast-photo-festivals-art-budget-cuts-final-travel-update-news-and-events/ Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:23:15 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77521 In today’s episode of the Midweek News, Ryan and Roberta catch up on Ryan’s travels through the west. He says he’s traveled 7,200 miles and passed through 14 states! Amazing. They talk about the Great Lakes and how Ryan got his toes in three of them in this trip (Huron, Michigan and Superior). Meanwhile back […]]]> In today’s episode of the Midweek News, Ryan and Roberta catch up on Ryan’s travels through the west. He says he’s traveled 7,200 miles and passed through 14 states! Amazing. They talk about the Great Lakes and how Ryan got his toes in three of them in this trip (Huron, Michigan and Superior). Meanwhile back […]]]> 15:04 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/06/midweek-news-podcast-city-pop-up-shops-travels-through-the-midwest-news-and-events/ Sat, 22 Jun 2024 02:56:31 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77495 Roberta and Ryan discuss Philadelphia Pop Up Shops through Meantime PHL, Ryan's continued travels through the Midwest, more news and events]]> Roberta and Ryan discuss Philadelphia Pop Up Shops through Meantime PHL, Ryan's continued travels through the Midwest, more news and events]]> 14:58 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/06/midweek-news-podcast-travels-through-the-rockies-news-and-events/ Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:44:43 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77448 Roberta: Hi, it’s Roberta.  Ryan: And this is Ryan and this is the Midweek News.  Roberta: On Artblog Radio. Welcome everybody, and Ryan. We’re going to find out where you are in the world in a minute. But first I want to go over a little bit of my news. So this week has been […]]]> Roberta: Hi, it’s Roberta.  Ryan: And this is Ryan and this is the Midweek News.  Roberta: On Artblog Radio. Welcome everybody, and Ryan. We’re going to find out where you are in the world in a minute. But first I want to go over a little bit of my news. So this week has been […]]]> 27:00 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/06/midweek-news-podcast-university-of-the-arts-forman-arts-initiative-play-readings-and-more/ Wed, 05 Jun 2024 18:48:29 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77353 Ryan reports from his trip out west. He's been to Colorado, and is now in New Mexico and on his way to Moab, Utah. Roberta appreciates the travelog! And then they turn to Philadelphia's good news/bad news.]]> Ryan reports from his trip out west. He's been to Colorado, and is now in New Mexico and on his way to Moab, Utah. Roberta appreciates the travelog! And then they turn to Philadelphia's good news/bad news.]]> Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/05/midweek-podcast-rose-luardo-scott-kipp-hilma-at-the-wilma-and-more/ Wed, 29 May 2024 16:12:32 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77310 In this episode of Midweek News, Ryan is in Chicago, at the beginning of a camping trip with his kids. He lists their itinerary and talks about camping on BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land and encountering a mountain lion one time!]]> In this episode of Midweek News, Ryan is in Chicago, at the beginning of a camping trip with his kids. He lists their itinerary and talks about camping on BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land and encountering a mountain lion one time!]]> 12:16 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/05/midweek-news-podcast-on-artblog-radio-holiday-weekend-events-free-library-video-games-blah-blah-gallery-moves-latino-arts-and-film-festival-and-more/ Wed, 22 May 2024 14:05:07 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77245 This week on the Midweek News Podcast Roberta and Ryan discuss holiday weekend events, Free Library video games, Blah Blah Gallery moves, Latino Arts and Film Festival, signatures and more.]]> This week on the Midweek News Podcast Roberta and Ryan discuss holiday weekend events, Free Library video games, Blah Blah Gallery moves, Latino Arts and Film Festival, signatures and more.]]> 12:32 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2024/05/midweek-news-on-artblog-radio-podcast-taller-puertorriqueno-judith-schaechter-commonweal-gallery-and-more/ Wed, 15 May 2024 18:10:45 +0000 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77189 Roberta: Hi, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan. And this is the midweek news. Roberta: On Artblog radio! And Ryan in the news today, I’m going to tell you everything and in small little packages. The first news is Nasheli Ortiz. Who was the executive director at Taller Puertorriqueño has stepped down from that […]]]> Roberta: Hi, it’s Roberta. Ryan: And this is Ryan. And this is the midweek news. Roberta: On Artblog radio! And Ryan in the news today, I’m going to tell you everything and in small little packages. The first news is Nasheli Ortiz. Who was the executive director at Taller Puertorriqueño has stepped down from that […]]]> 8:48 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2024/05/imani-roach-art-opportunities-news-radio-call-signs-and-more/ Wed, 08 May 2024 20:44:17 +0000 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=77040 Roberta and Ryan cover art news in Philadelphia, Imani Roach's new appointment at PMA, artist opportunities, radio call signs and much more.]]> Roberta and Ryan cover art news in Philadelphia, Imani Roach's new appointment at PMA, artist opportunities, radio call signs and much more.]]> 17:39 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2024/05/midweek-news-on-artblog-radio-whyy-mummers-future-fair-henry-bermudez-first-friday-openings-may-the-fourth-be-with-you/ Wed, 01 May 2024 17:03:49 +0000 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=76924 Join Roberta and Ryan as they explore the Philadelphia art scene this week, from the WHYY Civic News Summit to a glitter-filled costume making workshop.]]> Join Roberta and Ryan as they explore the Philadelphia art scene this week, from the WHYY Civic News Summit to a glitter-filled costume making workshop.]]> 16:03 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2024/04/artblog-radio-midweek-news-opportunities-and-ear-cleaning-tales/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 21:20:13 +0000 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/?p=76869 Ryan and Roberta discuss the Midweek News on Artblog Radio, with short, quippy commentary and highlights of upcoming events and exhibitions we're excited about. Give a listen and come back for more! Useful news, news you need!]]> Ryan and Roberta discuss the Midweek News on Artblog Radio, with short, quippy commentary and highlights of upcoming events and exhibitions we're excited about. Give a listen and come back for more! Useful news, news you need!]]> 10:00 Roberta and Ryan deRoche https://www.theartblog.org/2024/04/taji-raoof-nahl-val-gay-tuft-the-world-and-more-its-artblogs-midweek-news-podcast/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 01:19:17 +0000 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=76778 Ryan and Roberta debut the Midweek News Podcast of Artblog Radio, with short, quippy commentary and highlights of upcoming events and exhibitions we're excited about.]]> Ryan and Roberta debut the Midweek News Podcast of Artblog Radio, with short, quippy commentary and highlights of upcoming events and exhibitions we're excited about.]]> 9:28 Ryan deRoche and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2022/08/artist-and-educator-rod-jones-ii-talks-of-identity-and-family-histories/ Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:32:41 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72576 In this 36-minute podcast conversation, Logan Cryer speaks to rod jones ii about his transition from college athlete to art student, themes of identity and ancestry in his artistic practice, and his recent exhibition at InLiquid 'What Are We Claiming?']]> In this 36-minute podcast conversation, Logan Cryer speaks to rod jones ii about his transition from college athlete to art student, themes of identity and ancestry in his artistic practice, and his recent exhibition at InLiquid 'What Are We Claiming?']]> 36:06 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2022/08/open-kitchen-sculpture-garden-sculpture-house-teaching-bartering-community-pedro-ospina-makes-it-happen/ Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:38:44 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72577 Pedro Ospina is an artist, educator and the Founder and Director of Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden in North Philadelphia’s Norris Square section. Born in Bogota, Colombia, and raised in New York City, Ospina lives and works in Philadelphia, now, creating beauty and community through his great talent, can-do skill set, and a very big heart. He’d like nothing better than to have you visit Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden and participate in the group sharing of art and food.]]> Pedro Ospina is an artist, educator and the Founder and Director of Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden in North Philadelphia’s Norris Square section. Born in Bogota, Colombia, and raised in New York City, Ospina lives and works in Philadelphia, now, creating beauty and community through his great talent, can-do skill set, and a very big heart. He’d like nothing better than to have you visit Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden and participate in the group sharing of art and food.]]> 35:27 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2022/08/goggleworks-summer-artists-in-residence-on-loving-their-shared-studio-space-and-other-thoughts/ Mon, 01 Aug 2022 17:15:40 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72505 Roberta interviewed the three Summer Artists in Residence about their ten-week stay at GoggleWorks, which ends in early August. The three loved the shared studio at the facility as well as the shared townhouse provided for the live-in residency, and found they could spread their wings with new materials in the multi-faceted arts facility and garden. This lively conversation, sponsored by GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, took place on Zoom, and is 35 minutes long.]]> Roberta interviewed the three Summer Artists in Residence about their ten-week stay at GoggleWorks, which ends in early August. The three loved the shared studio at the facility as well as the shared townhouse provided for the live-in residency, and found they could spread their wings with new materials in the multi-faceted arts facility and garden. This lively conversation, sponsored by GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, took place on Zoom, and is 35 minutes long.]]> 35:00 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2022/05/on-pinata-art-family-fiestas-latinos-who-lunch-and-taco-bell-justin-favela-explains/ Wed, 11 May 2022 20:22:50 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72314 In a 32-minute podcast, Roberta talks with nationally-known artist Justin Favela about his recent show at Paradigm Gallery, which, like much of his work involves creating piñatas that subvert the genre to comment on issues in the world relating to treatment of Latinos and indigenous peoples, both historically and contemporaneously.]]> In a 32-minute podcast, Roberta talks with nationally-known artist Justin Favela about his recent show at Paradigm Gallery, which, like much of his work involves creating piñatas that subvert the genre to comment on issues in the world relating to treatment of Latinos and indigenous peoples, both historically and contemporaneously.]]> 32:10 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2022/04/meet-zoe-rayn-evans-the-new-executive-director-of-university-city-arts-league/ Thu, 14 Apr 2022 19:25:37 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72240 Logan Cryer sits down for a 30-minute conversation with Zoë Rayn Evans, the new Executive Director of University City Arts League (UCAL)! Zoë tells Logan about her vision for UCAL- one that maintains the integrity and honors the tradition of the arts center, but makes its programming more accessible to the community. Zoë Rayn Evans also tells Logan about running Caldera Magazine, and her prior roles at Friends of Rail Park and the Penn Museum.]]> Logan Cryer sits down for a 30-minute conversation with Zoë Rayn Evans, the new Executive Director of University City Arts League (UCAL)! Zoë tells Logan about her vision for UCAL- one that maintains the integrity and honors the tradition of the arts center, but makes its programming more accessible to the community. Zoë Rayn Evans also tells Logan about running Caldera Magazine, and her prior roles at Friends of Rail Park and the Penn Museum.]]> 31:24 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2022/02/talking-to-anne-ishii-arts-leader-and-new-host-of-the-whyy-pbs-show-movers-and-makers/ Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:19:55 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72059 Anne Ishii is a writer, editor, translator and the Executive Director of Asian Arts Initiative (AAI). As the leader of an important arts center serving the AAPI community, Anne is a big part of Philadelphia's arts ecosystem. Roberta talks with Anne about her new role hosting of arts and culture documentary series, "Movers and Makers," featuring regional artists and arts organizations. Anne and Roberta had a great 35-minute conversation that will introduce you to a fascinating, important and under-known leader in Philadelphia arts.]]> Anne Ishii is a writer, editor, translator and the Executive Director of Asian Arts Initiative (AAI). As the leader of an important arts center serving the AAPI community, Anne is a big part of Philadelphia's arts ecosystem. Roberta talks with Anne about her new role hosting of arts and culture documentary series, "Movers and Makers," featuring regional artists and arts organizations. Anne and Roberta had a great 35-minute conversation that will introduce you to a fascinating, important and under-known leader in Philadelphia arts.]]> 35:08 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2022/02/artist-and-curator-chelsey-luster-on-blackness-visibility-and-claiming-space/ Thu, 10 Feb 2022 17:48:42 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=72049 Logan Cryer interviews Chelsey Luster-- a curator and artist exploring topics like race, gender, and sexuality-- about their newest curation, "Wading: When the Water Rises," on view this Friday, Feb. 11, at Vox Populi thru March 13. Chelsey's advice for other young artists of color is to protect themselves and never forget how much institutions gain from their ideas, representation, and diversity.]]> Logan Cryer interviews Chelsey Luster-- a curator and artist exploring topics like race, gender, and sexuality-- about their newest curation, "Wading: When the Water Rises," on view this Friday, Feb. 11, at Vox Populi thru March 13. Chelsey's advice for other young artists of color is to protect themselves and never forget how much institutions gain from their ideas, representation, and diversity.]]> 35:44 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2022/01/artist-and-art-director-eric-battle-talks-about-blam-a-graphic-novel-profiling-fourteen-black-historic-philadelphians/ Tue, 18 Jan 2022 20:14:01 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71963 Roberta interviews Eric Battle, artist and Art Director of the new book, “BLAM! Black Lives Always Mattered,” a graphic novelization of the life stories of 14 Black Philadelphians, illustrated by 12 illustrators and comics artists with connections to Philadelphia. The large hard-back book with many full-color pages is a project of Temple University Library's Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection. The book will be delivered to the city’s high school students and, in time, available to the public.]]> Roberta interviews Eric Battle, artist and Art Director of the new book, “BLAM! Black Lives Always Mattered,” a graphic novelization of the life stories of 14 Black Philadelphians, illustrated by 12 illustrators and comics artists with connections to Philadelphia. The large hard-back book with many full-color pages is a project of Temple University Library's Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection. The book will be delivered to the city’s high school students and, in time, available to the public.]]> 28:49 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/12/with-joy-and-generosity-terrell-halsey-organizes-a-show-about-the-hopes-of-philadelphians-for-change-in-their-neighborhoods/ Thu, 23 Dec 2021 16:27:27 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71870 Roberta interviews artist and photographer Terrell Halsey about his project interviewing, recording and photographing Philadelphians from all over the city about how they would make their neighborhoods better. The physical manifestation of the project, the exhibit, "Call Home," at ImPerfect Gallery, was a collaboration with Nina "Lyrispect" Ball, who added poetic prose and exhibited poetry. The interview is 33 minutes long.]]> Roberta interviews artist and photographer Terrell Halsey about his project interviewing, recording and photographing Philadelphians from all over the city about how they would make their neighborhoods better. The physical manifestation of the project, the exhibit, "Call Home," at ImPerfect Gallery, was a collaboration with Nina "Lyrispect" Ball, who added poetic prose and exhibited poetry. The interview is 33 minutes long.]]> 33:54 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/12/defining-art-in-a-fresh-way-rah-crawford-adopts-nft-and-crypto-currency-and-retires-from-the-art-world/ Thu, 09 Dec 2021 20:44:35 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71817 This conversation reunites Libby and Roberta — Artblog co-founders who initiated Artblog Radio podcasts in 2010 — to talk with Rah Crawford, an artist who they met and whose work they followed closely beginning around 2005. In this 35-minute podcast, Crawford talks about his journey as an artist, which now includes NFTs and crypto culture and retiring his art practice!]]> This conversation reunites Libby and Roberta — Artblog co-founders who initiated Artblog Radio podcasts in 2010 — to talk with Rah Crawford, an artist who they met and whose work they followed closely beginning around 2005. In this 35-minute podcast, Crawford talks about his journey as an artist, which now includes NFTs and crypto culture and retiring his art practice!]]> 34:03 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/12/nadia-hironaka-and-matthew-suibs-field-companion-a-not-so-alternate-reality-with-fungi/ Fri, 03 Dec 2021 20:38:21 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71801 Nadia Hironaka & Matthew Suib's 'Field Companion' is a mycology-inspired immersive film experience where relationships-- mutualistic, parasitic, or otherwise-- reign supreme. Themes of community, mixed with the collaged nature of the work, result in a poignant but disorienting exhibition that is certainly fitting of this pandemic time. On view at Locust Projects, Miami thru Feb. 5, 2022.]]> Nadia Hironaka & Matthew Suib's 'Field Companion' is a mycology-inspired immersive film experience where relationships-- mutualistic, parasitic, or otherwise-- reign supreme. Themes of community, mixed with the collaged nature of the work, result in a poignant but disorienting exhibition that is certainly fitting of this pandemic time. On view at Locust Projects, Miami thru Feb. 5, 2022.]]> 33:55 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2021/11/artists-of-color-collective-an-active-student-led-community-for-diverse-creatives-at-temple-university/ Fri, 19 Nov 2021 19:53:23 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71752 Alissa Roach and Hannah Pang, co-presidents of the Artists of Color Collective at Temple University, join host Logan Cryer in this 23-minute podcast interview to talk about their recent "Digital Entanglements" exhibition at Tiger Strikes Asteroid, and their upcoming zine (AoCC's second ever publication). You can support the Artists of Color Collective via Instagram DMs (@Artists_of_Color).]]> Alissa Roach and Hannah Pang, co-presidents of the Artists of Color Collective at Temple University, join host Logan Cryer in this 23-minute podcast interview to talk about their recent "Digital Entanglements" exhibition at Tiger Strikes Asteroid, and their upcoming zine (AoCC's second ever publication). You can support the Artists of Color Collective via Instagram DMs (@Artists_of_Color).]]> 23:17 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2021/11/the-cycle-of-life-on-wheels-with-sanchel-brown/ Wed, 10 Nov 2021 19:06:20 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71718 Roberta speaks with performer, dancer, choreographer, Sanchel Brown, about her new project, “Wheelz of Life,” a live performance and film done on roller skates! Listen to this lively and life-affirming conversation and enjoy!]]> Roberta speaks with performer, dancer, choreographer, Sanchel Brown, about her new project, “Wheelz of Life,” a live performance and film done on roller skates! Listen to this lively and life-affirming conversation and enjoy!]]> 27:02 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/10/from-the-folks-who-love-pop-culture-its-pop-the-question-podcast-from-drexels-pennoni-honors-college/ Fri, 22 Oct 2021 18:07:58 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71675 Dr. Melinda Lewis is a pop culture aficionado, participating in it from a young age, studying it, and now, in her podcast, “Pop, the Question” from Pennoni Honors College at Drexel University, talking with folks who are pop culture makers and lovers like herself. In this Artblog Radio podcast Roberta talks with Melinda about what makes pop culture and why it is so fascinating to study and talk about.]]> Dr. Melinda Lewis is a pop culture aficionado, participating in it from a young age, studying it, and now, in her podcast, “Pop, the Question” from Pennoni Honors College at Drexel University, talking with folks who are pop culture makers and lovers like herself. In this Artblog Radio podcast Roberta talks with Melinda about what makes pop culture and why it is so fascinating to study and talk about.]]> 31:48 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/09/joy-is-bridgette-mayers-focus-and-motivation/ Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:31:28 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71537 Roberta speaks with gallerist Bridgette Mayer about her gallery, her passion for working with and helping artists and about how joy is the focus for everything she does. The 32-minute interview is a lively conversation that covers some great material.]]> Roberta speaks with gallerist Bridgette Mayer about her gallery, her passion for working with and helping artists and about how joy is the focus for everything she does. The 32-minute interview is a lively conversation that covers some great material.]]> 32:37 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/07/cultural-accessibility-in-philadelphia-part-3-andrea-kirsh-donna-ellis-nathan-diechter/ Fri, 30 Jul 2021 22:39:30 +0000 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71451 Artblog contributor Natalie Sandstrom returns for part three of her three-part Artblog Radio series on the topic of Cultural Accessibility. This 36-minute episode-- featuring Andrea Kirsh, Art Historian & Artblog contributor; Donna Ellis of Hands UP Productions; and Nathan Deitcher, Independent Autism Consultant-- builds off of parts 1 and 2, looking forward to a more accessible future, and how to get there.]]> Artblog contributor Natalie Sandstrom returns for part three of her three-part Artblog Radio series on the topic of Cultural Accessibility. This 36-minute episode-- featuring Andrea Kirsh, Art Historian & Artblog contributor; Donna Ellis of Hands UP Productions; and Nathan Deitcher, Independent Autism Consultant-- builds off of parts 1 and 2, looking forward to a more accessible future, and how to get there.]]> 36:55 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/2021/07/meet-the-dynamic-duo-behind-deux-wave-phillys-superstar-animation-studio/ Fri, 16 Jul 2021 18:57:03 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71403 In this 34-minute podcast, Logan Cryer speaks with Raymo Ventura and Tamara Hahn, co-founders of 'Deux Wave,' a Philadelphia-based animation studio that has worked with celebrities such as Ms. Lauryn Hill, Tierra Whack and Billie Eilish! Tune in and learn about another bright light in Philly's vibrant art community.]]> In this 34-minute podcast, Logan Cryer speaks with Raymo Ventura and Tamara Hahn, co-founders of 'Deux Wave,' a Philadelphia-based animation studio that has worked with celebrities such as Ms. Lauryn Hill, Tierra Whack and Billie Eilish! Tune in and learn about another bright light in Philly's vibrant art community.]]> 34:51 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2021/07/cultural-accessibility-in-philadelphia-part-2-kate-fialkowski-of-temple-university/ Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:17:28 +0000 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71370 Natalie Sandstrom returns for part two of her three-part Artblog Radio series 'Cultural Accessibility in Philadelphia.' Part 2 features Katie Fialkowski, Director of Academic Programs at Temple University's Institute on Disabilities. Tune in to this 33-minute episode and learn about the successes and failures of disability policy!]]> Natalie Sandstrom returns for part two of her three-part Artblog Radio series 'Cultural Accessibility in Philadelphia.' Part 2 features Katie Fialkowski, Director of Academic Programs at Temple University's Institute on Disabilities. Tune in to this 33-minute episode and learn about the successes and failures of disability policy!]]> 33:15 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/2021/05/artblog-previews-philadelphia-latino-film-fests-10th-year-festival-a-conversation/ Fri, 28 May 2021 14:00:56 +0000 reek bell, Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71257 Now in its 10th year of programming, the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival provides a great roundup of documentaries, narrative films and shorts. In this 48-minute podcast, our film reviewer, reek bell joins Morgan and Roberta to discuss some of the selections they all watched. The festival is online - ticket information is in the post.]]> Now in its 10th year of programming, the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival provides a great roundup of documentaries, narrative films and shorts. In this 48-minute podcast, our film reviewer, reek bell joins Morgan and Roberta to discuss some of the selections they all watched. The festival is online - ticket information is in the post.]]> reek bell, Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/05/a-phonebook-centers-place-and-people-in-award-winning-oral-history/ Fri, 21 May 2021 16:52:05 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71242 In this 33-minute Artblog Radio episode, Roberta speaks with Quinha Faria and Tyler Burdenski, two (out of nine) of the people behind the award-winning community project ‘A Phonebook,' an image-rich oral history of about 120 Philadelphia "mom and pop" businesses. 'A Phonebook' goes into second print this summer & will be available for free at select local shops.]]> In this 33-minute Artblog Radio episode, Roberta speaks with Quinha Faria and Tyler Burdenski, two (out of nine) of the people behind the award-winning community project ‘A Phonebook,' an image-rich oral history of about 120 Philadelphia "mom and pop" businesses. 'A Phonebook' goes into second print this summer & will be available for free at select local shops.]]> 33:17 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/05/bryan-warners-fluid-paintings-mix-life-and-art-with-quiet-questioning-a-conversation/ Tue, 11 May 2021 16:40:59 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71214 In this 33 minute Artblog Radio interview, Roberta speaks with Bryan Warner about his Japanese heritage, growing up attending a Buddhist temple, teaching art at both the college and elementary school level, and much more. This interview is available in audio, video, and text transcription.]]> In this 33 minute Artblog Radio interview, Roberta speaks with Bryan Warner about his Japanese heritage, growing up attending a Buddhist temple, teaching art at both the college and elementary school level, and much more. This interview is available in audio, video, and text transcription.]]> 33:00 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/04/keyonna-butler-storyteller-costume-designer-black-hippie-art-founder-on-fostering-bipoc-community/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:11:32 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71167 In this 25 minute conversation, Roberta speaks with Keyonna Butler, Costume Designer and Founder of Black Hippie Art, an organization designed to amplify, connect, and create opportunities for BIPOC artists.]]> In this 25 minute conversation, Roberta speaks with Keyonna Butler, Costume Designer and Founder of Black Hippie Art, an organization designed to amplify, connect, and create opportunities for BIPOC artists.]]> 25:31 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/04/cultural-accessibility-in-philadelphia-an-artblog-radio-series-part-1-katie-samson-of-art-reach/ Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:45:56 +0000 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71157 Natalie Sandstrom interviews Katie Samson, Director of Education at Art-Reach, in part 1 of a new three-part Artblog Radio series on the topic of Cultural Accessibility.]]> Natalie Sandstrom interviews Katie Samson, Director of Education at Art-Reach, in part 1 of a new three-part Artblog Radio series on the topic of Cultural Accessibility.]]> 37:02 Natalie Sandstrom https://www.theartblog.org/2021/04/allow-vox-populi-to-re-introduce-themself-the-scoop-on-director-danny-orendorff-and-voxs-future/ Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:00:30 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71146 Artblog Radio host Logan Cryer, sits down with Danny Orendorff, Executive Director of Vox Populi since May of 2018. This podcast gives the under-known inside scoop on Danny's career prior to Vox, the values he brings to the collective, and the slow but important changes that have been occurring within Vox since his appointment as Executive Director.]]> Artblog Radio host Logan Cryer, sits down with Danny Orendorff, Executive Director of Vox Populi since May of 2018. This podcast gives the under-known inside scoop on Danny's career prior to Vox, the values he brings to the collective, and the slow but important changes that have been occurring within Vox since his appointment as Executive Director.]]> 33:49 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2021/04/morgan-and-roberta-check-in-and-review-some-favorite-online-talks-and-podcasts/ Thu, 01 Apr 2021 21:09:00 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71119 Reviewing some recent Zoom talks, several of them excellent, Morgan and Roberta also comment on the new David Wojnarowicz documentary film and the podcast story of a food critic who loses her sense of smell!]]> Reviewing some recent Zoom talks, several of them excellent, Morgan and Roberta also comment on the new David Wojnarowicz documentary film and the podcast story of a food critic who loses her sense of smell!]]> 35:43 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/02/collecting-trading-and-selling-art-and-some-personal-histories-a-check-in-with-roberta-and-morgan/ Thu, 18 Feb 2021 21:10:25 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=71001 In this check-in, we wander into some personal territory, talking about family and travel, at a time we are all longing to be with family but can’t and to travel but can’t do that either. We share some lively and engaging conversations we had at our recent trip to Virtual First Thursday at Venture Cafe, […]]]> In this check-in, we wander into some personal territory, talking about family and travel, at a time we are all longing to be with family but can’t and to travel but can’t do that either. We share some lively and engaging conversations we had at our recent trip to Virtual First Thursday at Venture Cafe, […]]]> 31:49 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/02/jordan-deals-metaphysical-storytelling-in-sculptural-assemblages-at-fleisher-ollman-gallery/ Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:36:53 +0000 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70988 In their debut interview as Artblog Radio's newest host, Logan Cryer speaks with Jordan Deal, emerging artist exhibiting alongside Joy Feasley and Paul Swenbeck in "Hissed gently in silence, a dream of Flight" at Fleisher-Ollman gallery.]]> In their debut interview as Artblog Radio's newest host, Logan Cryer speaks with Jordan Deal, emerging artist exhibiting alongside Joy Feasley and Paul Swenbeck in "Hissed gently in silence, a dream of Flight" at Fleisher-Ollman gallery.]]> 26:09 Logan Cryer https://www.theartblog.org/2021/02/check-in-with-artblog-roberta-morgan-talk-gamestop-a-new-fellowship-and-new-galleries/ Tue, 02 Feb 2021 20:12:52 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70959 On this 23 minute long episode of Artblog Radio, Morgan and Roberta check-in for the second time to discuss current events, Philadelphia arts & culture, and what's going on here at Artblog!]]> On this 23 minute long episode of Artblog Radio, Morgan and Roberta check-in for the second time to discuss current events, Philadelphia arts & culture, and what's going on here at Artblog!]]> 23:39 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/01/andy-can-you-hear-us-madelyn-roehrigs-book-archives-her-community-project-with-warhol/ Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:37:39 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70940 Roberta, a participant in the "Andy Can You Hear Us" project, reviews the first volume of Madelyn Roehrig's "Andy Can You Hear Us? - Communing with Andy Warhol at His Gravesite." We love this whimsical and serious project and all that Roberta has to say about it!]]> Roberta, a participant in the "Andy Can You Hear Us" project, reviews the first volume of Madelyn Roehrig's "Andy Can You Hear Us? - Communing with Andy Warhol at His Gravesite." We love this whimsical and serious project and all that Roberta has to say about it!]]> 6:37 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2021/01/check-in-with-artblog-roberta-and-morgan-talk-coping-philly-and-the-future/ Fri, 15 Jan 2021 16:51:59 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70923 Morgan and Roberta check in with a 37-minute Artblog Radio conversation. They share how they're coping, discuss a new Artblog community project, and talk Philadelphia's community-based art scene.]]> Morgan and Roberta check in with a 37-minute Artblog Radio conversation. They share how they're coping, discuss a new Artblog community project, and talk Philadelphia's community-based art scene.]]> 37:28 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2020/11/philadelphia-center-city-walls-treated-to-piotr-szyhalskis-provocative-covid-19-labor-camp-reports/ Tue, 24 Nov 2020 21:36:04 +0000 Roberta and Patrick Coué https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70814 In this 31 minute episode, Roberta and Patrick Coue chat with Piotr Szyhalski, the artist behind instagram account @laborcamp, which documents the Covid-19 pandemic through 225 politically charged black and white drawings (later turned into posters and installed in major cities)]]> In this 31 minute episode, Roberta and Patrick Coue chat with Piotr Szyhalski, the artist behind instagram account @laborcamp, which documents the Covid-19 pandemic through 225 politically charged black and white drawings (later turned into posters and installed in major cities)]]> 31:54 Roberta and Patrick Coué https://www.theartblog.org/2020/11/talking-about-taking-space-with-brittany-webb-and-jodi-throckmorton-of-pennsylvania-academy-of-the-fine-arts/ Mon, 09 Nov 2020 20:17:55 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70779 Roberta interviews Jodi Throckmorton and Brittany Webb, co-curators of "Taking Space: Contemporary Women Artists and the Politics of Scale" at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts about feminism, dissent, and the importance of representation.]]> Roberta interviews Jodi Throckmorton and Brittany Webb, co-curators of "Taking Space: Contemporary Women Artists and the Politics of Scale" at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts about feminism, dissent, and the importance of representation.]]> 30:26 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2020/11/matthew-rose-repurposes-madness-and-confusion-in-his-clever-quaranzine-coronaville/ Mon, 02 Nov 2020 20:26:59 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70759 Roberta chats with Matthew Rose about his new book 'Coronaville,' which chronicles the early madness and confusion in America surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. This post is available in audio, video, and text!]]> Roberta chats with Matthew Rose about his new book 'Coronaville,' which chronicles the early madness and confusion in America surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. This post is available in audio, video, and text!]]> 29:42 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2020/10/how-do-we-value-art/ Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:47:27 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70744 Morgan and Roberta co-write an essay about value-- specifically, why art is undervalued in America--and for the first time, you can LISTEN to this post!]]> Morgan and Roberta co-write an essay about value-- specifically, why art is undervalued in America--and for the first time, you can LISTEN to this post!]]> 16:08 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2020/10/ken-lum-and-karyn-olivier-talk-art-and-social-responsibility/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:26:04 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=70697 Today we have a very special episode of Artblog Radio- "Art and Social Responsibility Today" with Ken Lum and Karyn Olivier! The talk was originally streamed on September 23rd, 2020, as a live Zoom panel in support of our 17th birthday and fundraiser. ]]> Today we have a very special episode of Artblog Radio- "Art and Social Responsibility Today" with Ken Lum and Karyn Olivier! The talk was originally streamed on September 23rd, 2020, as a live Zoom panel in support of our 17th birthday and fundraiser. ]]> 58:33 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2020/03/sid-sachss-invisible-city-philadelphias-bustling-experimental-art-scene-1956-76/ Thu, 26 Mar 2020 19:52:34 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=69278 On this 39 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta interviews Sid Sachs about his multi-venue exhibition "Invisible City" (now closed to the public due to Covid-19).]]> On this 39 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta interviews Sid Sachs about his multi-venue exhibition "Invisible City" (now closed to the public due to Covid-19).]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2020/03/the-art-of-equipping-trauma-informed-teaching-artists-a-conversation-with-beth-feldman-brandt/ Wed, 25 Mar 2020 19:24:14 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=69305 In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Beth Feldman Brandt, the Executive Director of the Stockton Rush Bartol Foundation.]]> In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Beth Feldman Brandt, the Executive Director of the Stockton Rush Bartol Foundation.]]> 28:59 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2020/03/conveying-beauty-with-canvas-and-voice-suzanne-duplantis-on-her-craft/ Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:08:49 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=69186 Wit has a heartwarming conversation with their former voice coach, Suzanne DuPlantis, about the duality of her artistic practices in oil paints and classical voice. Suzanne shares her journey with encountering art and performance, her family legacy in education, and her forthcoming shows. You can catch Suzanne’s next exhibition this coming Sunday, March 15th from […]]]> Wit has a heartwarming conversation with their former voice coach, Suzanne DuPlantis, about the duality of her artistic practices in oil paints and classical voice. Suzanne shares her journey with encountering art and performance, her family legacy in education, and her forthcoming shows. You can catch Suzanne’s next exhibition this coming Sunday, March 15th from […]]]> Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2020/03/francis-beaty-on-shaping-organisms-and-her-continuous-evolution-as-an-artist/ Fri, 06 Mar 2020 20:25:33 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=69143 In this 32-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Wit visits PII Gallery in Old City to speak with Francis Beaty, one of the artists whose work is currently on display in "Spring Up" at PII Gallery, on view until until March 28, 2020!]]> In this 32-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Wit visits PII Gallery in Old City to speak with Francis Beaty, one of the artists whose work is currently on display in "Spring Up" at PII Gallery, on view until until March 28, 2020!]]> 32:25 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2020/02/ripe-with-subtext-humaira-abids-new-exhibition-searching-for-home/ Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:58:37 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68997 Returning to the Center for Art in Wood for a second First Friday podcast, Wit speaks with woodworker and painter Humaira Abid about her new exhibition–Searching for Home. The exhibition not only highlights the extraordinary level of skill that Abid exhibits in both painting and wood, but it also delves into the gravity of the […]]]> Returning to the Center for Art in Wood for a second First Friday podcast, Wit speaks with woodworker and painter Humaira Abid about her new exhibition–Searching for Home. The exhibition not only highlights the extraordinary level of skill that Abid exhibits in both painting and wood, but it also delves into the gravity of the […]]]> 28:43 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2020/01/puppets-parades-and-passion-a-conversation-with-spiral-q/ Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:00:41 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68911 In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with the two co-directors of Spiral Q: Liza Goodell and Jennifer Turnbull about using art as a means of advocacy.]]> In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with the two co-directors of Spiral Q: Liza Goodell and Jennifer Turnbull about using art as a means of advocacy.]]> 31:45 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2020/01/immanuel-wilkins-never-loses-sight-of-the-long-game/ Fri, 17 Jan 2020 18:21:01 +0000 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68903 Morgan Nitz speaks with Kimmel Center Jazz artist-in-residence Immanuel Wilkins about his musical journey and collaboration-in-progress with David Dempewolf of Marginal Utility and New York photographer Rog Walker. ]]> Morgan Nitz speaks with Kimmel Center Jazz artist-in-residence Immanuel Wilkins about his musical journey and collaboration-in-progress with David Dempewolf of Marginal Utility and New York photographer Rog Walker. ]]> 27:45 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/2020/01/a-fruitful-journey-into-encaustics-deann-mills-on-her-latest-body-of-work/ Fri, 03 Jan 2020 20:14:26 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68862 In Artblog Radio's first episode of 2020, Wit speaks with local artist Deann Mills about her show "Wonderland," which features encaustic works, on display at MUSE Gallery until February 2, 2020.]]> In Artblog Radio's first episode of 2020, Wit speaks with local artist Deann Mills about her show "Wonderland," which features encaustic works, on display at MUSE Gallery until February 2, 2020.]]> 32:05 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/12/celebrating-10-years-of-30-americans-a-conversation-with-gwendolyn-dubois-shaw/ Mon, 30 Dec 2019 20:29:43 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68840 In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit sits down with Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, the curator of the 30 Americans 10th anniversary exhibition.]]> In this episode of Artblog Radio, Wit sits down with Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, the curator of the 30 Americans 10th anniversary exhibition.]]> 31:45 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/12/getting-to-know-phillys-new-poet-laureate/ Fri, 20 Dec 2019 20:05:16 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68818 In this special episode of Artblog Radio, Wit sits down with the new Poet Laureate of Philadelphia--Trapeta Mayson! ]]> In this special episode of Artblog Radio, Wit sits down with the new Poet Laureate of Philadelphia--Trapeta Mayson! ]]> 28:08 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/12/kara-hearn-and-barb-smith-on-their-duo-show-at-grizzly-grizzly/ Fri, 06 Dec 2019 20:49:16 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68755 Wit chats with Kara Hearn and Barb Smith, two NYC-based artists who currently have a duo exhibition on display at Grizzly Grizzly.]]> Wit chats with Kara Hearn and Barb Smith, two NYC-based artists who currently have a duo exhibition on display at Grizzly Grizzly.]]> 32:11 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/11/the-brilliance-of-rashaad-newsome/ Fri, 22 Nov 2019 20:38:47 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68695 Wit speaks with multidisciplinary creator Rashaad Newsome about his multilayered body of work, “Black Magic,” currently on display in North Philadelphia at the Crane Arts Building.]]> Wit speaks with multidisciplinary creator Rashaad Newsome about his multilayered body of work, “Black Magic,” currently on display in North Philadelphia at the Crane Arts Building.]]> 27:20 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/11/warrior-writers-on-the-uses-of-art-and-writing-to-transform-veteranss-lives/ Mon, 11 Nov 2019 20:33:31 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68661 Wit chats with Lovella Calica, Ginn McGill-Prather, and Angela Waller about Warrior Writers, an organization using art and writing to transform the lives of veterans.]]> Wit chats with Lovella Calica, Ginn McGill-Prather, and Angela Waller about Warrior Writers, an organization using art and writing to transform the lives of veterans.]]> 25:15 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/11/giving-old-uniforms-a-new-life-frontline-arts-on-building-community-through-papermaking/ Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:07:09 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68654 Wit chats with Frontline Arts executive director, Rachel Heberling, and Frontline board member and army veteran, Tara Krause, about the mission of their organization.]]> Wit chats with Frontline Arts executive director, Rachel Heberling, and Frontline board member and army veteran, Tara Krause, about the mission of their organization.]]> 42:45 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/10/clarivel-ruiz-on-art-at-the-intersection-of-caribbean-latinx-cultural-advocacy/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:20:44 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68565 In this 44-minute final episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month 2019 series, Wit goes to Harlem, NY to speak with maker and cultural advocate Clarivel Ruiz, founder of the Dominicans Love Haitians Movement.]]> In this 44-minute final episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month 2019 series, Wit goes to Harlem, NY to speak with maker and cultural advocate Clarivel Ruiz, founder of the Dominicans Love Haitians Movement.]]> 43:49 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/10/ken-lum-on-the-importance-of-hard-work-and-the-relevance-of-everything/ Sun, 13 Oct 2019 15:03:53 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68557 In this podcast interview, artist, author, educator, Ken Lum debuts a new book, titled "Everything is Relevant," now available for pre-order on Amazon. ]]> In this podcast interview, artist, author, educator, Ken Lum debuts a new book, titled "Everything is Relevant," now available for pre-order on Amazon. ]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/10/allyson-mitchell-and-deirdre-logue-on-the-history-and-future-of-killjoys-kastle/ Fri, 11 Oct 2019 17:47:01 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68544 In this 34-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Allyson Mitchell and Deirdre Logue about their traveling, interactive project, Killjoy’s Kastle, available to experience at Icebox Project Space from October 16-27!]]> In this 34-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Allyson Mitchell and Deirdre Logue about their traveling, interactive project, Killjoy’s Kastle, available to experience at Icebox Project Space from October 16-27!]]> 34:40 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/10/brujo-de-la-mancha-on-his-two-decades-of-practicing-art-in-philadelphia/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 18:38:34 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68516 In the 32 minute third episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month Series, Wit talks with local teaching artist, performer, activist extraordinaire, Brujo de la Mancha!]]> In the 32 minute third episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month Series, Wit talks with local teaching artist, performer, activist extraordinaire, Brujo de la Mancha!]]> 32:25 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/10/food-as-the-storyteller-emma-ressel-on-her-new-exhibition-trouble-in-the-garden/ Fri, 04 Oct 2019 16:16:34 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68509 In this 31 minute First Friday podcast, artist Emma Ressel talks about her new solo exhibition at Colorspace Labs and her unique style of food photography. The exhibition, titled "Trouble in the Garden," will be on display at Colorspace Labs in the Kensington section of North Philadelphia from October 4 - October 28th! Catch it while you can!]]> In this 31 minute First Friday podcast, artist Emma Ressel talks about her new solo exhibition at Colorspace Labs and her unique style of food photography. The exhibition, titled "Trouble in the Garden," will be on display at Colorspace Labs in the Kensington section of North Philadelphia from October 4 - October 28th! Catch it while you can!]]> 31:29 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/from-storage-to-studio-at-the-clay-studio-art-of-the-past-through-contemporary-lens/ Mon, 30 Sep 2019 18:01:50 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68478 Roberta moderates a panel discussion on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, at The Clay Studio about a collaborative project “From Storage to Studio," which brought 14 former and current Artists in Residence at The Clay Studio into conversation with 7 curators at the PMA and into close contact with what’s housed in the legendary storage vaults at the museum.]]> Roberta moderates a panel discussion on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, at The Clay Studio about a collaborative project “From Storage to Studio," which brought 14 former and current Artists in Residence at The Clay Studio into conversation with 7 curators at the PMA and into close contact with what’s housed in the legendary storage vaults at the museum.]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/kristal-sotomayor-and-the-necessity-of-expanding-sanctuary/ Wed, 25 Sep 2019 19:31:37 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68454 In this episode of Artblog’s Latinx Heritage Month series, documentary filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor discusses her forthcoming film “Expanding Sanctuary.” The film explores the work by activists at the South Philly organization Juntos.]]> In this episode of Artblog’s Latinx Heritage Month series, documentary filmmaker Kristal Sotomayor discusses her forthcoming film “Expanding Sanctuary.” The film explores the work by activists at the South Philly organization Juntos.]]> 26:00 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/emily-daley-and-jerry-kaba-tenants-of-the-loom-unite-after-sudden-increase-in-additional-rent/ Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:23:13 +0000 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68440 In this 40 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Morgan Nitz sits down with artists Emily Daley and Jerry Kaba to discuss what the heck has been going on at The Loom, an artist studio and office space in Port Richmond, where last month, tenants saw steep increases in building fees. ]]> In this 40 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Morgan Nitz sits down with artists Emily Daley and Jerry Kaba to discuss what the heck has been going on at The Loom, an artist studio and office space in Port Richmond, where last month, tenants saw steep increases in building fees. ]]> 40:34 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/destigmatizing-disability-the-work-of-jade-ramos/ Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:14:07 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68429 In this 31 minute first episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month podcast series, Wit chats with artist and disability advocate Jade Ramos.]]> In this 31 minute first episode of Artblog Radio’s Latinx Heritage Month podcast series, Wit chats with artist and disability advocate Jade Ramos.]]> 31:12 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/percussionist-hafez-kotain-on-educating-connecting-people-through-culture-and-music/ Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:44:12 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68420 In this 30 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta speaks with Pew fellow and Percussion Director of Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, Hafez Kotain, whose mission is to teach about his culture, connect others through culture, and spread the joy of music!]]> In this 30 minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta speaks with Pew fellow and Percussion Director of Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, Hafez Kotain, whose mission is to teach about his culture, connect others through culture, and spread the joy of music!]]> 29:39 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/09/intergenerational-reciprocity-sandi-and-adam-lovitz-on-the-show-generations-at-davinci-art-alliance/ Fri, 06 Sep 2019 19:47:22 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68408 In this 32 minute podcast, Wit López speaks with Adam and Sandi Lovitz about their current show, Generations, at Da Vinci Art Alliance. The show is open September 8-29, 2019. ]]> In this 32 minute podcast, Wit López speaks with Adam and Sandi Lovitz about their current show, Generations, at Da Vinci Art Alliance. The show is open September 8-29, 2019. ]]> 31:51 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/08/learn-a-new-recipe-and-support-a-population-with-food-need-dish-the-meal-kit/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 15:45:30 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68333 In this 34-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta speaks with Yvonne Lung and Dave Kyu about their Velocity Fund supported social practice project "DISH - The Meal Kit". ]]> In this 34-minute episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta speaks with Yvonne Lung and Dave Kyu about their Velocity Fund supported social practice project "DISH - The Meal Kit". ]]> 34:23 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/08/krystle-ann-griffin-on-capturing-her-bliss-as-an-artist/ Fri, 02 Aug 2019 18:27:39 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68258 In this First Friday episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Philadelphia native Krystle Ann Griffin. ]]> In this First Friday episode of Artblog Radio, Wit speaks with Philadelphia native Krystle Ann Griffin. ]]> 30:31 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/heather-blakeslee-wants-you-to-log-off-and-talk-to-each-other-face-to-face/ Mon, 29 Jul 2019 16:44:56 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=68243 Roberta speaks with Heather Blakeslee about her new print publication, Root Quarterly, which aims to make space for difficult conversations about politics, social issues, and more. ]]> Roberta speaks with Heather Blakeslee about her new print publication, Root Quarterly, which aims to make space for difficult conversations about politics, social issues, and more. ]]> 29:51 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/sculpting-truth-to-power-darrell-ann-gane-mccalla-on-her-multidisciplinary-social-change-art-practice/ Mon, 22 Jul 2019 18:22:58 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67652 Multidisciplinary visual artist Darrell Ann Gane-McCalla talks with Wit about how she uses her body of work to challenge perceptions of power in the arts. ]]> Multidisciplinary visual artist Darrell Ann Gane-McCalla talks with Wit about how she uses her body of work to challenge perceptions of power in the arts. ]]> 28:45 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/alex-rosenberg-scales-the-walls-of-eastern-state-penitentiary-competes-on-netflixs-blown-away/ Wed, 17 Jul 2019 15:58:50 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67180 In this episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta interviews Alex Rosenberg, a local artist, educator, rock climber, and Netflix star!]]> In this episode of Artblog Radio, Roberta interviews Alex Rosenberg, a local artist, educator, rock climber, and Netflix star!]]> 45:21 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/stilt-dancer-naya-el-on-making-a-space-of-her-own-as-a-movement-artist/ Tue, 09 Jul 2019 21:02:01 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67088 Wit chats with Naya El about her work as a movement artist, dance teacher, and stilt performer. Naya shares the joys and complexities of her sky-high performance practice. ]]> Wit chats with Naya El about her work as a movement artist, dance teacher, and stilt performer. Naya shares the joys and complexities of her sky-high performance practice. ]]> 32:04 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/capturing-joy-spirit-and-movement-the-abstract-paintings-of-moe-brooker/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 17:43:21 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67058 In this heartfelt podcast episode, Philadelphia artist Moe Brooker talks with Wit about his life, work, and how he left figurative work behind in pursuit of a way to record Black joy through abstraction. The exhibition runs from July 5th to August 10th, catch it before it closes!]]> In this heartfelt podcast episode, Philadelphia artist Moe Brooker talks with Wit about his life, work, and how he left figurative work behind in pursuit of a way to record Black joy through abstraction. The exhibition runs from July 5th to August 10th, catch it before it closes!]]> 28:07 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/exploring-the-splendiferousness-of-the-art-of-carson-fox/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 16:28:13 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67053 Wit has a chat with talented printmaker and sculptor Carson Fox about her forthcoming exhibition, "Splendiferousness." The show opens this First Friday, July 5th and runs until August 10, 2019 at Stanek Gallery in Old City, Philadelphia. ]]> Wit has a chat with talented printmaker and sculptor Carson Fox about her forthcoming exhibition, "Splendiferousness." The show opens this First Friday, July 5th and runs until August 10, 2019 at Stanek Gallery in Old City, Philadelphia. ]]> 26:36 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/07/artist-activist-conrad-benner-talks-about-the-origin-of-his-popular-and-influential-streets-department-blog/ Tue, 02 Jul 2019 13:00:29 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66996 Artblog's very first live podcast recording took place June 20 at the amazing Tattooed Mom on South Street, with Wit López talking with Conrad Benner of StreetsDept.com. ]]> Artblog's very first live podcast recording took place June 20 at the amazing Tattooed Mom on South Street, with Wit López talking with Conrad Benner of StreetsDept.com. ]]> 22:17 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/06/a-lively-conversation-with-phillys-own-hip-hop-grandpop-matthew-hopkins/ Thu, 27 Jun 2019 19:56:46 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=67007 Artblog Managing Editor, Wit, has a lively conversation with Philly resident Matthew Hopkins, also known as "Hiphop Grandpop," "Ancient Dancer," and more.]]> Artblog Managing Editor, Wit, has a lively conversation with Philly resident Matthew Hopkins, also known as "Hiphop Grandpop," "Ancient Dancer," and more.]]> Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/06/gina-renzi-on-two-of-west-phillys-community-arts-gems/ Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:31:22 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66861 Wit talks with Gina Renzi about the importance of The Rotunda and 40th Street AIR, two art spaces in West Philadelphia.]]> Wit talks with Gina Renzi about the importance of The Rotunda and 40th Street AIR, two art spaces in West Philadelphia.]]> 29:33 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/06/gerald-brown-on-challenging-the-status-quo-and-funkadelic-awakening-a-futuristic-resistance/ Fri, 07 Jun 2019 18:24:40 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66853 Wit López interviews Gerald Brown in a 23 minute long podcast about their exhibition, “Funkadelic Awakening: A Futuristic Resistance” at the Clay Studio.]]> Wit López interviews Gerald Brown in a 23 minute long podcast about their exhibition, “Funkadelic Awakening: A Futuristic Resistance” at the Clay Studio.]]> 23:31 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/live-hard-love-hard-joe-ovelman-talks-about-his-book-on-grief-and-other-topics/ Fri, 31 May 2019 14:42:32 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66738 Roberta talks with artist Joe Ovelman about his recent book "On Grief," a short autobiographical work comprised of words and drawings in black marker that tell the story of the deaths of loved ones that Joe has survived and grieved. His reaction is summed up in the four words on the book's back cover, "Live Hard, Love Hard."]]> Roberta talks with artist Joe Ovelman about his recent book "On Grief," a short autobiographical work comprised of words and drawings in black marker that tell the story of the deaths of loved ones that Joe has survived and grieved. His reaction is summed up in the four words on the book's back cover, "Live Hard, Love Hard."]]> 34:52 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/the-revolution-is-finally-here-gabe-martinez-on-lgbtq-histories-stonewall-and-his-two-exhibitions/ Mon, 20 May 2019 18:52:06 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66650 In this 28 minute long episode of Artblog Radio, Wit López interviews Gabe Martinez about his two exhibitions at the William way LGBT Community Center.]]> In this 28 minute long episode of Artblog Radio, Wit López interviews Gabe Martinez about his two exhibitions at the William way LGBT Community Center.]]> Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/swarthmore-project-creates-shows-books-for-dialog-about-immigration-in-friends-peace-and-sanctuary/ Wed, 08 May 2019 17:15:20 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66601 In this 38 minute podcast, Matt Kalasky interviews Suzanne Seesman, Islam Aly, Abdul Karim Awad, and Yaroub Al-Obaidi from "Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary," a two-year project out of Swarthmore College. "Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary" has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.]]> In this 38 minute podcast, Matt Kalasky interviews Suzanne Seesman, Islam Aly, Abdul Karim Awad, and Yaroub Al-Obaidi from "Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary," a two-year project out of Swarthmore College. "Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary" has been supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.]]> 38:05 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/philip-glahn-on-art-work-examining-alternative-histories-and-what-even-is-productivity/ Tue, 07 May 2019 13:00:07 +0000 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66572 Morgan Nitz speaks with Philip Glahn in a 34 minute long podcast about art, work, labor, and academia. ]]> Morgan Nitz speaks with Philip Glahn in a 34 minute long podcast about art, work, labor, and academia. ]]> Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/a-lexicon-in-living-color-damien-davis-talks-about-the-role-of-wood-empowerment-and-impermanence-in-his-new-exhibit-color-cargo/ Fri, 03 May 2019 20:20:48 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66573 Wit speaks with Damien Davis in a 33 minute podcast about his current exhibition "Color Cargo", on view at The Center for Art in Wood in Old city through July 20th, 2019!]]> Wit speaks with Damien Davis in a 33 minute podcast about his current exhibition "Color Cargo", on view at The Center for Art in Wood in Old city through July 20th, 2019!]]> 33:12 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/05/shaking-and-shouting-arielle-julia-brown-and-lela-aisha-jones-on-their-roles-in-reggie-wilsons-grounds-that-shout-and-others-merely-shaking/ Wed, 01 May 2019 19:10:37 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66544 Wit López speaks with Arielle Julia Brown and Lela Aisha Jones about their involvement in "Grounds that Shout! (and others merely shaking" curated by Reggie Willson. The series involves panels, performances, and more that will take place on May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th, and 11th, 2019.]]> Wit López speaks with Arielle Julia Brown and Lela Aisha Jones about their involvement in "Grounds that Shout! (and others merely shaking" curated by Reggie Willson. The series involves panels, performances, and more that will take place on May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th, and 11th, 2019.]]> Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/04/sifu-chik-mason-and-rhashea-lynn-harmon-el-talk-the-healing-and-educational-strengths-of-bagua/ Mon, 29 Apr 2019 16:51:42 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66470 Roberta interviews Sifu Chik Mason and Rhashea Lynn Harmon-El about their practice of Pa Kua Chang (Bagua), a spiritual practice of movement and choreography that is more than 300 years old, with roots in Taoism. ]]> Roberta interviews Sifu Chik Mason and Rhashea Lynn Harmon-El about their practice of Pa Kua Chang (Bagua), a spiritual practice of movement and choreography that is more than 300 years old, with roots in Taoism. ]]> 29:06 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/04/autumn-wallace-talks-expression-riddles-anthropology-and-sexuality/ Thu, 25 Apr 2019 13:00:00 +0000 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66518 Morgan Nitz sits down with Autumn Wallace to discuss their current exhibition, "How Could I Say No to You", closing this Sunday, April 28th, 4-6 PM at HouseGallery1816!]]> Morgan Nitz sits down with Autumn Wallace to discuss their current exhibition, "How Could I Say No to You", closing this Sunday, April 28th, 4-6 PM at HouseGallery1816!]]> 23:13 Morgan Nitz https://www.theartblog.org/2019/04/candy-alexandra-gonzalez-on-creating-ethnographic-art-about-migration-identity-and-healing/ Mon, 08 Apr 2019 16:30:47 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66347 In this 31 minute long podcast, Wit speaks with artist and activist Candy Alexandra González about their artistic practice and upcoming exhibition, "Mirror Talk" at 40th street AIR on Saturday, April 13th, at 12 PM! ]]> In this 31 minute long podcast, Wit speaks with artist and activist Candy Alexandra González about their artistic practice and upcoming exhibition, "Mirror Talk" at 40th street AIR on Saturday, April 13th, at 12 PM! ]]> 31:31 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2019/04/kate-tarker-playwright-talks-mythology-comedy-tragedy-and-trauma/ Fri, 05 Apr 2019 18:08:11 +0000 Jessica Rizzo https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66338 In this podcast episode, Jessica Rizzo sits down with playwright Kate Tarker to discuss her original play "Dionysus Was Such A Nice Man," which opens at The Wilma Theatre on April 23rd, 2019.]]> In this podcast episode, Jessica Rizzo sits down with playwright Kate Tarker to discuss her original play "Dionysus Was Such A Nice Man," which opens at The Wilma Theatre on April 23rd, 2019.]]> Jessica Rizzo https://www.theartblog.org/2019/04/jacob-chris-hammes-on-curating-art-making-capitalism-and-comedy/ Mon, 01 Apr 2019 18:33:41 +0000 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66362 Jacob Chris Hammes is an artist, curator, teacher, and founder of the gallery Pilot Projects. In this podcast Morgan Nitz and Roberta talk with Chris about funding, the importance of discourse, seasonal- (and capitalism fueled-) depression, pond theory, and hear a few jokes. Catch Jacob Chris Hammes's upcoming solo show, at the new gallery, Information, 2024 E Westmoreland St, on April 13th, 2019. The interview was recorded at Pilot Projects and is 31:40 minutes.]]> Jacob Chris Hammes is an artist, curator, teacher, and founder of the gallery Pilot Projects. In this podcast Morgan Nitz and Roberta talk with Chris about funding, the importance of discourse, seasonal- (and capitalism fueled-) depression, pond theory, and hear a few jokes. Catch Jacob Chris Hammes's upcoming solo show, at the new gallery, Information, 2024 E Westmoreland St, on April 13th, 2019. The interview was recorded at Pilot Projects and is 31:40 minutes.]]> 31:40 Morgan Nitz and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/writers-make-books-gallery-becomes-library-in-writers-making-books-at-arcadia-universitys-spruance-gallery/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 16:58:09 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66340 Roberta speaks with Richard Torchia and Zachary See at Arcadia University's Spruance Art Gallery. Richard and Zach curated the current exhibit, "Writers Making Books," (in conjunction with the city-wide festival, "Whitman at 200: Art and Democracy"). The show closes on April 21, 2019. The interview is 28:54 minutes long.]]> Roberta speaks with Richard Torchia and Zachary See at Arcadia University's Spruance Art Gallery. Richard and Zach curated the current exhibit, "Writers Making Books," (in conjunction with the city-wide festival, "Whitman at 200: Art and Democracy"). The show closes on April 21, 2019. The interview is 28:54 minutes long.]]> 28:54 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/cecily-sherman-on-collecting-art-and-being-honored-at-the-philadelphia-fine-art-fair/ Wed, 27 Mar 2019 16:06:38 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66313 Roberta speaks with art collector, Cecily Sherman, whose large collection includes works from early 20th to early 21st Century, art amassed with her late husband Philip over 40 years of collecting. The interview is 20 minutes long and was recorded at Cecily's home in Philadelphia on March 25, 2019.]]> Roberta speaks with art collector, Cecily Sherman, whose large collection includes works from early 20th to early 21st Century, art amassed with her late husband Philip over 40 years of collecting. The interview is 20 minutes long and was recorded at Cecily's home in Philadelphia on March 25, 2019.]]> 18:57 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/ask-artblogs-beth-heinly-on-answering-questions-writing-essays-and-making-art/ Sun, 24 Mar 2019 13:04:07 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66297 Beth Heinly wears a lot of hats. (And sometimes funny noses, eyebrows and glasses.) In addition to being a performance artist (see her Friday, March 29 at Final Fridays at the PMA), Beth is one of Artblog's "Ask Artblog" columnists. And, of course, she creates the weekly comics series, "The 3:00 Book," now in its fifth year of continuous postings on Artblog! Morgan and Roberta caught up with Beth at the Blue Jay Diner recently and asked her how she does it all. The interview is 25:05 minutes long.]]> Beth Heinly wears a lot of hats. (And sometimes funny noses, eyebrows and glasses.) In addition to being a performance artist (see her Friday, March 29 at Final Fridays at the PMA), Beth is one of Artblog's "Ask Artblog" columnists. And, of course, she creates the weekly comics series, "The 3:00 Book," now in its fifth year of continuous postings on Artblog! Morgan and Roberta caught up with Beth at the Blue Jay Diner recently and asked her how she does it all. The interview is 25:05 minutes long.]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/andrea-packard-talks-about-branching-out-at-list-gallery-swarthmore/ Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:45:25 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66273 Roberta speaks with the Director of the List Gallery, Andrea Packard, about "Branching Out: Changing Approaches to Art in Wood,” the current show, co-curated by Andrea, and the Center for Art in Wood's co-founder, Albert LeCoff and his wife, Tina. The large exhibition, from the collection of the LeCoff's and the Center, presents a wide variety of works made of, with and about wood. The exhibit closes Sunday, March 24, 2019. The podcast interview is 30:54 minutes long.]]> Roberta speaks with the Director of the List Gallery, Andrea Packard, about "Branching Out: Changing Approaches to Art in Wood,” the current show, co-curated by Andrea, and the Center for Art in Wood's co-founder, Albert LeCoff and his wife, Tina. The large exhibition, from the collection of the LeCoff's and the Center, presents a wide variety of works made of, with and about wood. The exhibit closes Sunday, March 24, 2019. The podcast interview is 30:54 minutes long.]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/institute-of-contemporary-artss-james-britt-talks-about-public-engagement/ Sun, 17 Mar 2019 13:00:38 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66225 Imani Roach speaks with ICA's new Director of Public Engagement about his various publics to serve: students at University of Pennsylvania (ICA's parent institution); the neighborhood around Penn; community groups in Philadelphia. The interview was recorded this month at the TGMR studio and is 27:40 minutes long. ]]> Imani Roach speaks with ICA's new Director of Public Engagement about his various publics to serve: students at University of Pennsylvania (ICA's parent institution); the neighborhood around Penn; community groups in Philadelphia. The interview was recorded this month at the TGMR studio and is 27:40 minutes long. ]]> Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/josh-grauperas-interdisciplinary-practice-of-organizing-protecting-and-building/ Mon, 11 Mar 2019 15:24:13 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66197 Artbog contributor Matt Kalasky speaks with Josh Graupera-- Philadelphia based organizer, artist, educator, and printmaker-- to learn about their recent (now closed) exhibition, “Blockadia.” Tune into this 25 minute long podcast, brought to us by The Galleries at Moore (TGMR), to learn how Josh’s practice redefines the term “Blockadia,” a word originally coined by activist Naomi Klein. ]]> Artbog contributor Matt Kalasky speaks with Josh Graupera-- Philadelphia based organizer, artist, educator, and printmaker-- to learn about their recent (now closed) exhibition, “Blockadia.” Tune into this 25 minute long podcast, brought to us by The Galleries at Moore (TGMR), to learn how Josh’s practice redefines the term “Blockadia,” a word originally coined by activist Naomi Klein. ]]> 25:20 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2019/03/obvious-agency-talks-about-creating-immersive-participatory-gallery-experiences/ Tue, 05 Mar 2019 17:18:04 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66158 Artblog contributor Matt Kalasky speaks with Daniel Park and Arianna Gass (via telephone!) of the team of "Obvious Agency," a multi-media game and interactive experience group. The "Obvious" team comes from theater and performance backgrounds and works to immerse people in fun activities in galleries and museums. The podcast comes to us through the courtesy of The Galleries at Moore's radio station, TGMR. The interview is 26 minutes long.]]> Artblog contributor Matt Kalasky speaks with Daniel Park and Arianna Gass (via telephone!) of the team of "Obvious Agency," a multi-media game and interactive experience group. The "Obvious" team comes from theater and performance backgrounds and works to immerse people in fun activities in galleries and museums. The podcast comes to us through the courtesy of The Galleries at Moore's radio station, TGMR. The interview is 26 minutes long.]]> Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2019/02/allan-edmunds-on-the-mission-driven-brandywine-workshop-and-archives/ Thu, 28 Feb 2019 14:00:44 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=66105 Allan Edmunds is a founder and Director of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives. This great but under-known art and education organization located at 728-30 South Broad St. Founded in 1972, Brandywine's 47-year history makes for a lot great material to talk about and in this podcast Roberta speaks with Allan in "The Printed Image" Gallery, where they currently present the bold and provocative relief wood prints of John T. Scott. The interview is 36 minutes long.]]> Allan Edmunds is a founder and Director of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives. This great but under-known art and education organization located at 728-30 South Broad St. Founded in 1972, Brandywine's 47-year history makes for a lot great material to talk about and in this podcast Roberta speaks with Allan in "The Printed Image" Gallery, where they currently present the bold and provocative relief wood prints of John T. Scott. The interview is 36 minutes long.]]> 36:41 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/02/mark-thomas-gibson-speaks-about-painting-and-drawing-history-teaching-and-moving-to-philadelphia/ Mon, 11 Feb 2019 18:43:58 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65962 Roberta speaks with Mark Thomas Gibson, a new arrival in Philadelphia, about his powerful show of Sumi ink drawings and collages at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery, University of the Arts. Among other things, the artist, who is an Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, at Tyler School of Art, talks about his ability to use narratives from American history channeled in old masters’ paintings to subvert the story telling and tell tales from our times. His works are filled with humor and passion tinged with anger. Mark talks about Philadelphia and is very happy to be in our community. He's a great speaker with a lot of big thoughts about history, contemporary art, teaching art and more. Take a listen. Mark’s show at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery is up through March 8, 2019. The podcast was recorded on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. Thanks to Morgan Nitz for the great audio editing!]]> Roberta speaks with Mark Thomas Gibson, a new arrival in Philadelphia, about his powerful show of Sumi ink drawings and collages at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery, University of the Arts. Among other things, the artist, who is an Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, at Tyler School of Art, talks about his ability to use narratives from American history channeled in old masters’ paintings to subvert the story telling and tell tales from our times. His works are filled with humor and passion tinged with anger. Mark talks about Philadelphia and is very happy to be in our community. He's a great speaker with a lot of big thoughts about history, contemporary art, teaching art and more. Take a listen. Mark’s show at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery is up through March 8, 2019. The podcast was recorded on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. Thanks to Morgan Nitz for the great audio editing!]]> 30:46 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2019/02/yolanda-wisher-on-finding-her-voice-and-discovering-the-power-of-poetry-for-social-change/ Sat, 09 Feb 2019 19:30:03 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65956 In one of her last podcast interviews for Artblog Radio, Imani Roach speaks with Yolanda Wisher, poet, educator, community advocate and Curator of Spoken Word at Philadelphia Contemporary (PC). Wisher talks about her beginnings as a writer, fueled by a mother who was a voracious reader and forceful advocate for her as a writer when she was in elementary school. The wide-ranging conversation explores why Wisher has a studio at Cherry St. Pier; how she figured out that poetry could be used for social change; her (not widely known) work as a singer and her upcoming podcast series for PC, which will enlist Philadelphia poets and DJs and include poetry recitation and music, and not so much conversation. This great conversation was recorded at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR Radio, and is 38 minutes long.]]> In one of her last podcast interviews for Artblog Radio, Imani Roach speaks with Yolanda Wisher, poet, educator, community advocate and Curator of Spoken Word at Philadelphia Contemporary (PC). Wisher talks about her beginnings as a writer, fueled by a mother who was a voracious reader and forceful advocate for her as a writer when she was in elementary school. The wide-ranging conversation explores why Wisher has a studio at Cherry St. Pier; how she figured out that poetry could be used for social change; her (not widely known) work as a singer and her upcoming podcast series for PC, which will enlist Philadelphia poets and DJs and include poetry recitation and music, and not so much conversation. This great conversation was recorded at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR Radio, and is 38 minutes long.]]> 38:24 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2019/01/heather-raquel-phillips-talks-kink-and-queer-liberation/ Thu, 31 Jan 2019 14:00:37 +0000 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65916 New contributor and friend of Artblog, Wit López speaks with multi-disciplinary artist Heather Raquel Phillips about documenting people of color in the leather community and turning the camera on herself. ]]> New contributor and friend of Artblog, Wit López speaks with multi-disciplinary artist Heather Raquel Phillips about documenting people of color in the leather community and turning the camera on herself. ]]> 30:05 Wit López https://www.theartblog.org/2018/11/rosa-leff-talks-about-contemporary-cut-paper/ Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:02:47 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65315 Imani speaks with Philly-bred, Baltimore-based artist Rosa Leff about her chosen medium of cut paper and her affinity for the urban landscape.]]> Imani speaks with Philly-bred, Baltimore-based artist Rosa Leff about her chosen medium of cut paper and her affinity for the urban landscape.]]> 25:30 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/11/all-of-the-pageantry-and-none-of-the-athleticism-jerry-kaba-talks-awful-wrestling/ Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:29:16 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65260 Matt Kalasky speaks with artist Jerry Kaba about his Arts Wrestling Federation Urban League (AWFUL Wrestling). What started as a joke between friends has become a genuine cultural phenomenon, taking Philadelphia’s DIY arts scene by nostalgic storm.]]> Matt Kalasky speaks with artist Jerry Kaba about his Arts Wrestling Federation Urban League (AWFUL Wrestling). What started as a joke between friends has become a genuine cultural phenomenon, taking Philadelphia’s DIY arts scene by nostalgic storm.]]> 21:29 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2018/10/artblog-art-writing-contest-on-wurd-radio-when-stephanie-renee-talks-with-imani-roach/ Sun, 14 Oct 2018 15:16:50 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65130 Listen to this great podcast captured from WURD radio and appearing here with permission. WURD talk show host Stephanie Renee speaks with Imani Roach about the Artblog Art Writing Contest in this peppy ten-minute audio. Then click the links in the post for information on how to apply and get details about the cash prizes! C'mon, apply! Contest ends at Midnight, Oct. 31, 2018.]]> Listen to this great podcast captured from WURD radio and appearing here with permission. WURD talk show host Stephanie Renee speaks with Imani Roach about the Artblog Art Writing Contest in this peppy ten-minute audio. Then click the links in the post for information on how to apply and get details about the cash prizes! C'mon, apply! Contest ends at Midnight, Oct. 31, 2018.]]> 10:26 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2018/09/malachi-lily-has-eight-arms/ Sat, 29 Sep 2018 14:58:04 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=65044 Imani speaks with emerging artist, curator and poet Malachi Lily about shape-shifting, leadership and making space for nuanced representations of blackness.]]> Imani speaks with emerging artist, curator and poet Malachi Lily about shape-shifting, leadership and making space for nuanced representations of blackness.]]> 34:53 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/08/lets-go-yallapunks-rana-fayez-on-building-community-and-thriving-in-2018/ Sun, 26 Aug 2018 13:00:25 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64908 Founded in 2017, YallaPunk is an intersectional, trans-affirming performance festival and conference which celebrates the creative achievements of Middle Eastern and North African people in Philly and beyond. Here Imani Roach chats with YallaPunk’s founder, DJ and journalist Rana Fayez, about what to expect from this year’s festival (August 31 - September 2).]]> Founded in 2017, YallaPunk is an intersectional, trans-affirming performance festival and conference which celebrates the creative achievements of Middle Eastern and North African people in Philly and beyond. Here Imani Roach chats with YallaPunk’s founder, DJ and journalist Rana Fayez, about what to expect from this year’s festival (August 31 - September 2).]]> 27:40 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/08/afrofuturism-and-disaster-preparedness-in-the-classroom-we-talk-with-li-sumpter-charlie-mcgeehan-and-sam-reed/ Thu, 02 Aug 2018 16:49:18 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64797 Matt Kalasky speaks with artist Li Sumpter and educators Charlie McGeehan and Sam Reed about “Survival Guide for the Future” — an emergency preparedness, Afrofuturist and post-apocalyptic inspired curriculum conducted this spring at the U School High School in collaboration with The Galleries at Moore College of Art & Design. Culminating in both a student-created zine and an exhibition at The Galleries at Moore (opening tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 3, 2018), this project gave students a platform to reflect on their current lives and imagine a vibrant teen-centric Philadelphia of the future.]]> Matt Kalasky speaks with artist Li Sumpter and educators Charlie McGeehan and Sam Reed about “Survival Guide for the Future” — an emergency preparedness, Afrofuturist and post-apocalyptic inspired curriculum conducted this spring at the U School High School in collaboration with The Galleries at Moore College of Art & Design. Culminating in both a student-created zine and an exhibition at The Galleries at Moore (opening tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 3, 2018), this project gave students a platform to reflect on their current lives and imagine a vibrant teen-centric Philadelphia of the future.]]> 28:48 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2018/06/blue-note-salon-at-icebox-reflects-on-art-jazz-and-activism-in-north-philadelphia/ Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:00:40 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64535 This week on Artblog Radio we’re featuring audio from the Blue Note Salon, an April 21st panel curated by Black Quantum Futurism at the Icebox Project Space. This interactive discussion covers a wide range of topics from the role of jazz musicians and jazz culture in paving the way for the Civil Rights Movement to current efforts by local artists to connect their work to social change movements addressing gentrification, displacement and cultural heritage preservation.]]> This week on Artblog Radio we’re featuring audio from the Blue Note Salon, an April 21st panel curated by Black Quantum Futurism at the Icebox Project Space. This interactive discussion covers a wide range of topics from the role of jazz musicians and jazz culture in paving the way for the Civil Rights Movement to current efforts by local artists to connect their work to social change movements addressing gentrification, displacement and cultural heritage preservation.]]> 1:31:45 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2018/05/frances-beaver-on-world-building-and-being-frances-all-the-time/ Wed, 30 May 2018 12:00:53 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64471 Imani Roach visits local artist Frances Beaver at her Fishtown studio to chat about her recent video project, Sex of the Earth, and her evolving relationship to narrative and performance.]]> Imani Roach visits local artist Frances Beaver at her Fishtown studio to chat about her recent video project, Sex of the Earth, and her evolving relationship to narrative and performance.]]> 54:23 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/05/zanele-muholi-and-the-women-of-the-womens-mobile-museum-talk-portraiture-self-love-and-fighting-the-patriarchy/ Fri, 18 May 2018 16:52:42 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64391 The Women’s Mobile Museum is a year-long project by the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center which brings renowned South African Photographer, Zanele Muholi to Philadelphia to engage with a group of ten local women who are interested in media arts and museum studies but have not had significant access to formal training in these areas. Imani sat down with Muholi and two of the program’s apprentices, Shasta Bady and “Muffy” Ashley Torres, to discuss their hopes for the project and their journey thus far. ]]> The Women’s Mobile Museum is a year-long project by the Philadelphia Photo Arts Center which brings renowned South African Photographer, Zanele Muholi to Philadelphia to engage with a group of ten local women who are interested in media arts and museum studies but have not had significant access to formal training in these areas. Imani sat down with Muholi and two of the program’s apprentices, Shasta Bady and “Muffy” Ashley Torres, to discuss their hopes for the project and their journey thus far. ]]> 37:36 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/05/byron-au-yong-and-aaron-jafferis-write-useful-protest-music-for-the-day-after-tomorrow/ Thu, 03 May 2018 12:40:08 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64319 "Activist Songbook," a collection of 53 contemporary protest songs derived from community interviews, launches Thursday May 3rd at Asian Arts. Composer Byron Au Yong and Lyricist Aaron Jafferis speak with Imani Roach about collective action and how Asian American narratives complicate the American racial landscape.]]> "Activist Songbook," a collection of 53 contemporary protest songs derived from community interviews, launches Thursday May 3rd at Asian Arts. Composer Byron Au Yong and Lyricist Aaron Jafferis speak with Imani Roach about collective action and how Asian American narratives complicate the American racial landscape.]]> 27:55 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/05/sueyeun-juliette-lee-lights-the-way-and-bridges-the-great-divide/ Tue, 01 May 2018 13:00:17 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64310 Sueyeun Juliette Lee speaks with Imani Roach about her site-specific installation and performance piece, Piece Light, which premieres on Thursday May 3rd as a part of the Asian Arts Initiative’s 25th anniversary celebration weekend. They talk collaboration, the future of the Korean peninsula, and the boundless imagination that peace requires.]]> Sueyeun Juliette Lee speaks with Imani Roach about her site-specific installation and performance piece, Piece Light, which premieres on Thursday May 3rd as a part of the Asian Arts Initiative’s 25th anniversary celebration weekend. They talk collaboration, the future of the Korean peninsula, and the boundless imagination that peace requires.]]> 28:39 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/04/martha-stuckey-invades-her-own-privacy/ Sun, 08 Apr 2018 12:00:04 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64193 For years, multidisciplinary performer Martha Stuckey has commanded stages in a brightly-colored wig and stilettos as the lead singer of Red 40 and the Last Groovement, Philadelphia’s premier clown-funk-cabaret band. Now she is preparing to strike a more personal note in her upcoming commissioned show, Due to Sensitive Nature, on view April 12th-14th at the Kimmel Center’s SEI Innovation Studio. She speaks with Imani Roach about taking risks, growing up singing in Lutheran church, and what it means to be a woman in charge. How did kettle corn and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit help to shape her performance trajectory? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Martha at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on April 3rd, 2018; the podcast is 51 minutes long.]]> For years, multidisciplinary performer Martha Stuckey has commanded stages in a brightly-colored wig and stilettos as the lead singer of Red 40 and the Last Groovement, Philadelphia’s premier clown-funk-cabaret band. Now she is preparing to strike a more personal note in her upcoming commissioned show, Due to Sensitive Nature, on view April 12th-14th at the Kimmel Center’s SEI Innovation Studio. She speaks with Imani Roach about taking risks, growing up singing in Lutheran church, and what it means to be a woman in charge. How did kettle corn and Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit help to shape her performance trajectory? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Martha at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on April 3rd, 2018; the podcast is 51 minutes long.]]> 51:06 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/04/lucia-alber-and-katie-rauth-on-auto-repair-gossip-benches-and-processing-trauma/ Thu, 05 Apr 2018 15:07:28 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64181 When multi-media artists Lucia Alber and Katie Rauth first met as interns at Vox Populi Gallery, they recognized in each other a shared interest in the performance of gender and an attraction to similar forms and materials. Since their earliest collaborations in 2016, they have continued to build a powerful friendship both inside and outside of the studio — a friendship which served as an important source of support during Lucia’s recent experience being stalked by a man who serviced her car at a local Jiffy Lube. Here they speak with Matt Kalasky, about Leave Worry Behind, the body of work that emerged from that harrowing experience, on display at Practice Gallery beginning Friday, April 6th. This work, created by Alber and curated by Rauth, uses French boudoir aesthetics to examine the sexual politics of car culture. What is a “sulking room” and how much self-care is too much self care? Listen to find out. Matt interviewed Lucia and Katie at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on April 4th, 2018; the podcast is 20 minutes long.]]> When multi-media artists Lucia Alber and Katie Rauth first met as interns at Vox Populi Gallery, they recognized in each other a shared interest in the performance of gender and an attraction to similar forms and materials. Since their earliest collaborations in 2016, they have continued to build a powerful friendship both inside and outside of the studio — a friendship which served as an important source of support during Lucia’s recent experience being stalked by a man who serviced her car at a local Jiffy Lube. Here they speak with Matt Kalasky, about Leave Worry Behind, the body of work that emerged from that harrowing experience, on display at Practice Gallery beginning Friday, April 6th. This work, created by Alber and curated by Rauth, uses French boudoir aesthetics to examine the sexual politics of car culture. What is a “sulking room” and how much self-care is too much self care? Listen to find out. Matt interviewed Lucia and Katie at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on April 4th, 2018; the podcast is 20 minutes long.]]> 20:25 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2018/03/lauren-nefesha-on-mosaics-music-and-doing-it-all/ Tue, 20 Mar 2018 13:21:46 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=64083 Though still in her early-30s, local renaissance woman Lauren NeFesha has already lived many lives. Now this former fashion student (and nationally-ranked boxing champion) is making a name for herself as a songwriter and mosaic artist. She chats with Artblog’s Imani Roach about speaking up for the most marginalized among us and allowing curiosity to be her guide without judgement. What do a mosaic and a boxing match have in common? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Lauren at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on March 16th, 2018; the podcast is 33 minutes long.]]> Though still in her early-30s, local renaissance woman Lauren NeFesha has already lived many lives. Now this former fashion student (and nationally-ranked boxing champion) is making a name for herself as a songwriter and mosaic artist. She chats with Artblog’s Imani Roach about speaking up for the most marginalized among us and allowing curiosity to be her guide without judgement. What do a mosaic and a boxing match have in common? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Lauren at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on March 16th, 2018; the podcast is 33 minutes long.]]> 32:35 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/02/kara-springer-makes-vulnerable-structures/ Mon, 26 Feb 2018 19:56:16 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63928 Kara Springer works at the intersection of sculpture, photography and language to activate bodies in space. Born in Barbados and raised in Ontario, Canada, this former industrial designer grounds her minimalist aesthetic with careful attention to history and geography. Springer speaks with Artblog’s Imani Roach about diaspora, legibility and her current installation at The Galleries at Moore — Ten Days Before Freedom, a Hymnal. What can perilous landscapes teach us about the nature of built space? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Kara at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on February 26th, 2018; the podcast is 34 minutes long.]]> Kara Springer works at the intersection of sculpture, photography and language to activate bodies in space. Born in Barbados and raised in Ontario, Canada, this former industrial designer grounds her minimalist aesthetic with careful attention to history and geography. Springer speaks with Artblog’s Imani Roach about diaspora, legibility and her current installation at The Galleries at Moore — Ten Days Before Freedom, a Hymnal. What can perilous landscapes teach us about the nature of built space? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Kara at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on February 26th, 2018; the podcast is 34 minutes long.]]> 34:28 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/02/yixuan-pan-on-anti-disciplinary-artmaking/ Fri, 16 Feb 2018 14:18:27 +0000 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63870 As a Chinese-born artist making a life for herself in Philadelphia, Yixuan Pan thinks a lot about translation and the limitations of language. In fact, since earning her MFA from the glass department at Tyler School of Art last year, she has built a rich and varied practice around the insights gained from living with confusion. Here she speaks with Matt Kalasky, ahead of her February 28th collaborative performance at Vox Populi Gallery, about starting with wonder and chasing art across media. Can a conversation where no questions are allowed qualify as studio time? Listen to find out. Matt interviewed Pan at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on February 13th, 2018; the podcast is 21 minutes long.]]> As a Chinese-born artist making a life for herself in Philadelphia, Yixuan Pan thinks a lot about translation and the limitations of language. In fact, since earning her MFA from the glass department at Tyler School of Art last year, she has built a rich and varied practice around the insights gained from living with confusion. Here she speaks with Matt Kalasky, ahead of her February 28th collaborative performance at Vox Populi Gallery, about starting with wonder and chasing art across media. Can a conversation where no questions are allowed qualify as studio time? Listen to find out. Matt interviewed Pan at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on February 13th, 2018; the podcast is 21 minutes long.]]> 21:51 Matt Kalasky https://www.theartblog.org/2018/01/susan-lubowsky-talbott-on-40-years-of-the-fabric-workshop-and-museum/ Sun, 14 Jan 2018 14:00:01 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63686 The Fabric Workshop and Museum, founded in 1977 by arts visionary Marion “Kippy” Boulton Stroud, is celebrating its 40th birthday with a major retrospective exhibit. Process and Practice: 40 Years of Experimentation hilights archived ephemera from the institution’s famed artist-in-residence program that has been preserved for decades in “artist boxes.” Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with Susan Lubowsky Talbott, the Museum’s Executive Director, about exhibiting “failures,” engaging the public, and her legacy. What was the most surprising thing she discovered in those artist boxes? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Susan at the Fabric Workshop and Museum on January 9th, 2018; the podcast is 30 minutes long.]]> The Fabric Workshop and Museum, founded in 1977 by arts visionary Marion “Kippy” Boulton Stroud, is celebrating its 40th birthday with a major retrospective exhibit. Process and Practice: 40 Years of Experimentation hilights archived ephemera from the institution’s famed artist-in-residence program that has been preserved for decades in “artist boxes.” Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with Susan Lubowsky Talbott, the Museum’s Executive Director, about exhibiting “failures,” engaging the public, and her legacy. What was the most surprising thing she discovered in those artist boxes? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Susan at the Fabric Workshop and Museum on January 9th, 2018; the podcast is 30 minutes long.]]> 30:35 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2018/01/fond-farewell-to-kelli-morgan-pafa-curatorial-fellow-moving-to-midwest/ Mon, 08 Jan 2018 19:01:10 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63662 You’ve probably seen Kelli Morgan around town, presenting her research, working with students, moderating conversations with artists, and generally staying busy as PAFA’s first Winston & Carolyn Lowe Curatorial Fellow for Diversity in the Fine Arts. Now she’s heading off on a new adventure as Associate Curator of American Art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with the Detroit native on the eve of her departure about her unconventional path to museum work and her fresh vision for curating the American canon. Listen to hear her advice for aspiring young curators and much more. Imani interviewed Kelli at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on January 3rd, 2018; the podcast is 39 minutes long.]]> You’ve probably seen Kelli Morgan around town, presenting her research, working with students, moderating conversations with artists, and generally staying busy as PAFA’s first Winston & Carolyn Lowe Curatorial Fellow for Diversity in the Fine Arts. Now she’s heading off on a new adventure as Associate Curator of American Art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with the Detroit native on the eve of her departure about her unconventional path to museum work and her fresh vision for curating the American canon. Listen to hear her advice for aspiring young curators and much more. Imani interviewed Kelli at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on January 3rd, 2018; the podcast is 39 minutes long.]]> 39:49 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2017/12/wit-lopez-on-breaking-the-fourth-wall/ Fri, 22 Dec 2017 16:08:49 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63590 Wit Lopez is a fiber artist, performer and independent curator whose work encourages audiences to touch, manipulate and even wear it. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with this former theater kid about accessibility, performing for the camera and confronting their body as a spectacle. Can marginalized artists use humor to subvert their relationship to art institutions? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Wit at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on December 12th, 2017; the podcast is 34 minutes long.]]> Wit Lopez is a fiber artist, performer and independent curator whose work encourages audiences to touch, manipulate and even wear it. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with this former theater kid about accessibility, performing for the camera and confronting their body as a spectacle. Can marginalized artists use humor to subvert their relationship to art institutions? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Wit at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on December 12th, 2017; the podcast is 34 minutes long.]]> 34:46 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2017/10/carolyn-lazard-on-what-happens-in-private/ Tue, 17 Oct 2017 12:30:51 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63241 Carolyn Lazard uses the experience of chronic illness to explore themes of intimacy, labor and living in relation to others. With a background in video art, Lazard develops her ideas across a range of media including photo, performance, sculpture and the written word. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with her about returning to her Southeastern PA roots and how disabled artists are changing the pace of institutions. Is there such a thing as JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out)? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Carolyn at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on October 12th, 2017; the podcast is 41 minutes long.]]> Carolyn Lazard uses the experience of chronic illness to explore themes of intimacy, labor and living in relation to others. With a background in video art, Lazard develops her ideas across a range of media including photo, performance, sculpture and the written word. Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with her about returning to her Southeastern PA roots and how disabled artists are changing the pace of institutions. Is there such a thing as JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out)? Listen to find out. Imani interviewed Carolyn at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on October 12th, 2017; the podcast is 41 minutes long.]]> 41:16 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2017/10/the-future-of-art-writing/ Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:30:00 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63202 Artblog recently hosted a lively panel discussion on the Future of Art Writing in conjunction with our 3rd annual New Art Writing Challenge. Our dynamic panelists included artist and Bmore Art contributor, Alexandra Oehmke, performer organizer and writer, Catherine Rush and writer and theater-maker Carlos Roa. The panel was held on Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 at the Galleries at Moore and moderated by Matt Kalasky; the podcast is 76 minutes long.]]> Artblog recently hosted a lively panel discussion on the Future of Art Writing in conjunction with our 3rd annual New Art Writing Challenge. Our dynamic panelists included artist and Bmore Art contributor, Alexandra Oehmke, performer organizer and writer, Catherine Rush and writer and theater-maker Carlos Roa. The panel was held on Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 at the Galleries at Moore and moderated by Matt Kalasky; the podcast is 76 minutes long.]]> 1:16:22 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2017/09/lane-speidel-on-fantasy-empathy-and-curating-trans-performance/ Fri, 29 Sep 2017 17:10:11 +0000 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63133 Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with artist Lane Speidel about their experiences as an early childhood educator and curator of Make A Space For Me, a performance series for trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming artists, makers, thinkers and audiences. In their own artistic practice, Lane uses performance to re-establishing control over their body in the face of personal trauma and the daily demands of life under capitalism. Across all platforms of their work, safety is a paramount concern— proper grammar, less so. Find out why! Imani interviewed Lane at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on Sept. 21st, 2017; the podcast is 50 minutes long.]]> Artblog’s Imani Roach spoke with artist Lane Speidel about their experiences as an early childhood educator and curator of Make A Space For Me, a performance series for trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming artists, makers, thinkers and audiences. In their own artistic practice, Lane uses performance to re-establishing control over their body in the face of personal trauma and the daily demands of life under capitalism. Across all platforms of their work, safety is a paramount concern— proper grammar, less so. Find out why! Imani interviewed Lane at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on Sept. 21st, 2017; the podcast is 50 minutes long.]]> 50:28 Imani Roach https://www.theartblog.org/2017/09/taji-raoof-nahl-talks-history-music-spirituality-and-compassion/ Fri, 22 Sep 2017 18:57:47 +0000 Artblog, Imani Roach and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=63078 Artblog's Imani Roach and Roberta Fallon talked with Taji Ra'oof Nahl about his complex art practice that includes collaboration at its core. Nahl ran his own gallery in Old City from the late 1980s to 2010, where he showed, among others, Terry Adkins' work. Taji was a friend of Adkins, and their practices both involve music, found objects, and researching under-known African American historical figures. In the interview Nahl tells Imani and Roberta about discovering the Colonial-era polymath, Benjamin Banneker, who became the subject of his installation in 'Unlisted,' the big multi-curator, multi-artist show at Icebox Project Space in 2016. We interviewed Taji Nahl at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on Sept. 14, 2017, and the podcast is 37 minutes long. ]]> Artblog's Imani Roach and Roberta Fallon talked with Taji Ra'oof Nahl about his complex art practice that includes collaboration at its core. Nahl ran his own gallery in Old City from the late 1980s to 2010, where he showed, among others, Terry Adkins' work. Taji was a friend of Adkins, and their practices both involve music, found objects, and researching under-known African American historical figures. In the interview Nahl tells Imani and Roberta about discovering the Colonial-era polymath, Benjamin Banneker, who became the subject of his installation in 'Unlisted,' the big multi-curator, multi-artist show at Icebox Project Space in 2016. We interviewed Taji Nahl at Moore College of Art and Design's TGMR radio station on Sept. 14, 2017, and the podcast is 37 minutes long. ]]> 37:13 Artblog, Imani Roach and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/08/carlos-roas-andean-mountains-incorporating-latin-roots-with-an-anime-influenced-other-self/ Sun, 20 Aug 2017 19:09:01 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=62895 Carl(os) Roa is bringing Andean Mountains, his Fringe Festival solo performance, to Taller Puertorriqueño Sept. 7-15, 2017. Roa tells Roberta and Imani that Andean Mountains is about a generational displacement between Latin youth who love anime and manga and their elders' who love telenovelas. How can the children of immigrants reconcile the various streams of culture coming at them? By repurposing familial culture and making it your own, says Roa. Andean Mountains will have digital elements, movement, and storytelling, in English and Spanish. Get your tickets now, this is going to be great!]]> Carl(os) Roa is bringing Andean Mountains, his Fringe Festival solo performance, to Taller Puertorriqueño Sept. 7-15, 2017. Roa tells Roberta and Imani that Andean Mountains is about a generational displacement between Latin youth who love anime and manga and their elders' who love telenovelas. How can the children of immigrants reconcile the various streams of culture coming at them? By repurposing familial culture and making it your own, says Roa. Andean Mountains will have digital elements, movement, and storytelling, in English and Spanish. Get your tickets now, this is going to be great!]]> 33:16 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2017/08/brandon-washington-on-his-dad-ron-washington-of-rons-ribs-and-on-community/ Tue, 08 Aug 2017 13:35:39 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=62783 Earlier this year, Karen Chernick wrote about the missing Royal Theater mural, a history mural on South Street commemorating the legacy of the Royal Theater, a once-thriving black theater where Billie Holiday, among many others, gave concerts. The mural, painted by Eric Okdeh depicted jazz greats who played at the Royal, and neighborhood greats, like Ron Washington, of Ron's Ribs, a restaurant landmark at 1627 South St., across from the theater. In this podcast, Roberta and Imani Roach (Artblog Managing Editor) speak with Brandon Washington, son of Ron. Brandon talks about the neighborhood, his father's important role as a community leader and of his own and his brother's hope to revive Ron's Ribs in the future in a Ron's Ribs food truck.]]> Earlier this year, Karen Chernick wrote about the missing Royal Theater mural, a history mural on South Street commemorating the legacy of the Royal Theater, a once-thriving black theater where Billie Holiday, among many others, gave concerts. The mural, painted by Eric Okdeh depicted jazz greats who played at the Royal, and neighborhood greats, like Ron Washington, of Ron's Ribs, a restaurant landmark at 1627 South St., across from the theater. In this podcast, Roberta and Imani Roach (Artblog Managing Editor) speak with Brandon Washington, son of Ron. Brandon talks about the neighborhood, his father's important role as a community leader and of his own and his brother's hope to revive Ron's Ribs in the future in a Ron's Ribs food truck.]]> 28:15 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2017/06/apiary-magazine/ Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:00:55 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=62423 In this podcast interview, Matt Kalasky talks with Amanda Buck and Alexa Smith, two of the editors of Apiary Magazine, a beautiful Philadelphia literary publication in print and online, started in 2009 and publishing a wide variety of community voices, in a variety of genres including poetry, fiction and non-fiction. Apiary also includes visual art. ]]> In this podcast interview, Matt Kalasky talks with Amanda Buck and Alexa Smith, two of the editors of Apiary Magazine, a beautiful Philadelphia literary publication in print and online, started in 2009 and publishing a wide variety of community voices, in a variety of genres including poetry, fiction and non-fiction. Apiary also includes visual art. ]]> 27:43 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2017/05/ron-kleins-cosmic-chaos-and-order-at-abington-art-center/ Fri, 26 May 2017 14:39:08 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=62349 Ron Klein is an artist, a sculptor who thinks big, travels the world to research and find materials, and whose works evoke the cosmos and thoughts about the place of humans in a bigger context. Ron's got an installation at Abington Art Center now through June 23. Don't miss it.]]> Ron Klein is an artist, a sculptor who thinks big, travels the world to research and find materials, and whose works evoke the cosmos and thoughts about the place of humans in a bigger context. Ron's got an installation at Abington Art Center now through June 23. Don't miss it.]]> 38:03 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/04/grimaldi-baez-is-teacher-community-art-practitioner-printmaker-drawing-machine-maker-driven-by-commitment-to-social-justice-and-hatred-of-poverty/ Fri, 14 Apr 2017 13:17:42 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=62068 In the gig economy many artists work multiple jobs. Grimaldi Baez works about seven, most of them in the community art realm, where he teaches and leads projects. For the Yabucoa, Puerto Rico-born, US-raised artist committed to idea of social justice, it makes for an exhausting but fulfilling life. Among other things in this wide-ranging interview, Grimaldi tell us how he relaxes.]]> In the gig economy many artists work multiple jobs. Grimaldi Baez works about seven, most of them in the community art realm, where he teaches and leads projects. For the Yabucoa, Puerto Rico-born, US-raised artist committed to idea of social justice, it makes for an exhausting but fulfilling life. Among other things in this wide-ranging interview, Grimaldi tell us how he relaxes.]]> 43:35 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/03/man-on-the-go-douglas-witmers-world-neighbor-now-paintings-and-music-at-tsa-family-and-the-green-line-cafes/ Sat, 04 Mar 2017 14:00:32 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61794 Enjoy this podcast with Douglas Witmer, in which he talks about his community project, "Neighbor Who," and about his love of art and music, and his family's roots in the Mennonite community in Lancaster County, where he grew up, although not, he says, driving around in a horse-drawn carriage. ]]> Enjoy this podcast with Douglas Witmer, in which he talks about his community project, "Neighbor Who," and about his love of art and music, and his family's roots in the Mennonite community in Lancaster County, where he grew up, although not, he says, driving around in a horse-drawn carriage. ]]> 33:04 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/03/betty-leacraft-talks-of-fibers-family-ancestors-and-philadelphia-assembled/ Fri, 03 Mar 2017 14:06:45 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61760 Betty Leacraft has been making art with fibers since she was young and learned how to sew from her maternal grandmother. Respectful of those early teachings and thirsty for learning about her ancestors, Betty has studied the fibers practices of her African ancestors and traveled to Ghana. She and her work have traveled to South Africa, as part of the Women of Color Quilters Network, to participate in an international exhibition there. Outside of the art school traditions and acting as what she calls a "cultural custodian," the artist teaches workshops in fiber art in her West Philadelphia neighborhood and many other places in Philadelphia and has been recognized five times by the Leeway Foundation. Betty participated in the Mural Arts Program's 2015 Neighborhood Time Exchange program and is part of the PMA's Philadelphia Assembled project that will debut this Spring.]]> Betty Leacraft has been making art with fibers since she was young and learned how to sew from her maternal grandmother. Respectful of those early teachings and thirsty for learning about her ancestors, Betty has studied the fibers practices of her African ancestors and traveled to Ghana. She and her work have traveled to South Africa, as part of the Women of Color Quilters Network, to participate in an international exhibition there. Outside of the art school traditions and acting as what she calls a "cultural custodian," the artist teaches workshops in fiber art in her West Philadelphia neighborhood and many other places in Philadelphia and has been recognized five times by the Leeway Foundation. Betty participated in the Mural Arts Program's 2015 Neighborhood Time Exchange program and is part of the PMA's Philadelphia Assembled project that will debut this Spring.]]> 45:11 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/03/rose-luardo-on-humor-comedy-and-her-first-solo-exhibition/ Thu, 02 Mar 2017 19:41:12 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61752 Rose Luardo is a performer, singer, comedy sketch artist and artist. You may have seen her with Andrew Jeffrey Wright in the New Dreamz or as a singer with Sweatheart, the alternative rock band. In her first solo exhibition at Practice Gallery (over Feb. 26), she has created a theatrical tableau with several big elements, one of which involves the viewers climbing into a psychedelic-patterned coffin in the middle of the gallery space. ]]> Rose Luardo is a performer, singer, comedy sketch artist and artist. You may have seen her with Andrew Jeffrey Wright in the New Dreamz or as a singer with Sweatheart, the alternative rock band. In her first solo exhibition at Practice Gallery (over Feb. 26), she has created a theatrical tableau with several big elements, one of which involves the viewers climbing into a psychedelic-patterned coffin in the middle of the gallery space. ]]> 39:00 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/03/julius-ferraro-talks-parrot-talk-his-new-play/ Wed, 01 Mar 2017 11:58:00 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61755 Playwright, performer, theater and dance critic, and co-founder of Curate This, Julius Ferraro is a multi-tasker par excellence. Julius has a new play, "Parrot Talk" that will be performed at DaVinci Art Alliance at the end of March. The show will take place over two weekends, a month apart, where the second staging may (or may not) look and feel very different than the first. The interview with Julius took place Feb. 17 and it's 31-minutes long.]]> Playwright, performer, theater and dance critic, and co-founder of Curate This, Julius Ferraro is a multi-tasker par excellence. Julius has a new play, "Parrot Talk" that will be performed at DaVinci Art Alliance at the end of March. The show will take place over two weekends, a month apart, where the second staging may (or may not) look and feel very different than the first. The interview with Julius took place Feb. 17 and it's 31-minutes long.]]> 31:45 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2017/01/jonathan-lyndon-chase-talks-painting-and-queer-lives-matter/ Wed, 18 Jan 2017 13:49:52 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61536 In Jonathan Lyndon Chase's paintings, faces go from cartoony (masks, he says) to realistic.  The subject is the body, the black male body, the black queer body.  Jonathan, who got his MFA from PAFA in 2016, is soft-spoken but intense.  Easy to talk with and direct in his answers, no BS. Four of his works are in the current Fleisher-Ollman exhibit, up to Jan. 28. Among other things in this conversation, Jonathan talks about his materials. His works are filled with materials-brio.]]> In Jonathan Lyndon Chase's paintings, faces go from cartoony (masks, he says) to realistic.  The subject is the body, the black male body, the black queer body.  Jonathan, who got his MFA from PAFA in 2016, is soft-spoken but intense.  Easy to talk with and direct in his answers, no BS. Four of his works are in the current Fleisher-Ollman exhibit, up to Jan. 28. Among other things in this conversation, Jonathan talks about his materials. His works are filled with materials-brio.]]> 30:19 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/12/olanrewaju-lanre-tejuoso-talks-of-recycling-fabric-in-sculptural-community-project-at-spaces/ Wed, 07 Dec 2016 14:35:28 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61264 Lanré, who is Yoruba, works with recycled materials and his art communicates a message about our fragile globe being overwhelmed by waste. His sculptures are labor intensive, and here in Philadelphia he worked with North Philadelphia community members in "sewing circles" to fabricate the individual components (he refers to them as "bricks" to build a skyscraper) that will go into his big new sculpture, which debuts on Friday. The piece is a memorial to loss, which is experienced in a personal way by all.]]> Lanré, who is Yoruba, works with recycled materials and his art communicates a message about our fragile globe being overwhelmed by waste. His sculptures are labor intensive, and here in Philadelphia he worked with North Philadelphia community members in "sewing circles" to fabricate the individual components (he refers to them as "bricks" to build a skyscraper) that will go into his big new sculpture, which debuts on Friday. The piece is a memorial to loss, which is experienced in a personal way by all.]]> 34:15 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/12/kwasi-ohene-ayeh-exposes-and-fosters-creativity-in-north-philadelphia/ Mon, 05 Dec 2016 17:20:14 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61254 After a nine-month residency at the SPACES program at the Village of Arts and Humanities, two international artists, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, who is from Ghana, and Olanrewaju (Lanré) Tejuoso, who is from Nigeria, are preparing for their projects' culminating exhibition and Open Mic session, this Friday, Dec. 9, 6PM - 10 PM. ]]> After a nine-month residency at the SPACES program at the Village of Arts and Humanities, two international artists, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, who is from Ghana, and Olanrewaju (Lanré) Tejuoso, who is from Nigeria, are preparing for their projects' culminating exhibition and Open Mic session, this Friday, Dec. 9, 6PM - 10 PM. ]]> 32:12 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/11/talking-beautiful-wrecks-and-house-gallery-with-michelle-marcuse/ Fri, 11 Nov 2016 18:00:17 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61023 Michelle Marcuse flirted with sculpture-making for a long while, but only when she started channeling her memories of childhood in suburban Capetown, South Africa, did she find her 3D voice. Marcuse, who along with her partner, Henry Bermudez, runs House Gallery also found her materials -- recycled cardboard, glue -- and aesthetic that is primal and playful, combining both pieces of her childhood experience.]]> Michelle Marcuse flirted with sculpture-making for a long while, but only when she started channeling her memories of childhood in suburban Capetown, South Africa, did she find her 3D voice. Marcuse, who along with her partner, Henry Bermudez, runs House Gallery also found her materials -- recycled cardboard, glue -- and aesthetic that is primal and playful, combining both pieces of her childhood experience.]]> 34:34 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/11/amanda-silberling-talks-about-art-activism-and-rape-culture-on-campus/ Wed, 09 Nov 2016 12:44:14 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=61022 The art activist group We Are Watching was organized by Amanda Silberling and her friends at the University of Pennsylvania, where they are undergraduates. Propelled to action by an email sent by a fraternity to incoming Penn freshmen girls to come to a party and be ready to, basically, put out, Silberling and her colleagues blanketed the campus with flyers outing the fraternity for its crass invitation, with its implied embrace of rape culture.]]> The art activist group We Are Watching was organized by Amanda Silberling and her friends at the University of Pennsylvania, where they are undergraduates. Propelled to action by an email sent by a fraternity to incoming Penn freshmen girls to come to a party and be ready to, basically, put out, Silberling and her colleagues blanketed the campus with flyers outing the fraternity for its crass invitation, with its implied embrace of rape culture.]]> 30:36 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/10/will-owen-talks-travel-sound-art-collaboration-and-the-chinatown-bus/ Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:00:16 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60853 Will Owen is an artist working primarily with design, interactive media, sound...and FOOD! He's a Little Berlin member who I met in 2014 for a show he curated at that space. He's a bit of a nomad, living between Philadelphia and New York, where he is an artist in residence at Flux Factory in Queens. So it's kind of no surprise that some of his curating involves transit, especially subways (he did an audio piece for the Copenhagen subway system) and buses (he's curated exhibitions on the Chinatown buses between New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Baltimore).]]> Will Owen is an artist working primarily with design, interactive media, sound...and FOOD! He's a Little Berlin member who I met in 2014 for a show he curated at that space. He's a bit of a nomad, living between Philadelphia and New York, where he is an artist in residence at Flux Factory in Queens. So it's kind of no surprise that some of his curating involves transit, especially subways (he did an audio piece for the Copenhagen subway system) and buses (he's curated exhibitions on the Chinatown buses between New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Baltimore).]]> 42:03 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/10/elaine-byrne-classic-material-with-a-contemporary-context/ Wed, 12 Oct 2016 14:48:55 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60790 Irish artist Elaine Byrne makes work that uses Dante, James Joyce and other heady source material for her works with political and social commentary on contemporary issues. In one case she is calling out an Irish bank scandal, using Dante's Purgatorio and a pilgrimage location in Ireland called St. Patrick's Purgatory; in another she's raising issues about anti-Semitism in the context of Joyce's Cyclops section of Ulysses. The videos are captivating, and give so very much to chew over. Elaine's Irish accent is part of the treat of this 38-minutes long podcast.]]> Irish artist Elaine Byrne makes work that uses Dante, James Joyce and other heady source material for her works with political and social commentary on contemporary issues. In one case she is calling out an Irish bank scandal, using Dante's Purgatorio and a pilgrimage location in Ireland called St. Patrick's Purgatory; in another she's raising issues about anti-Semitism in the context of Joyce's Cyclops section of Ulysses. The videos are captivating, and give so very much to chew over. Elaine's Irish accent is part of the treat of this 38-minutes long podcast.]]> 33:26 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/10/eileen-neff-talks-poetry-nature-and-travel/ Mon, 03 Oct 2016 13:00:30 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60708 Artist, Pew Fellow, and 2016 Guggenheim Grantee Eileen Neff makes photographs and prints them large, small, framed or unframed, and, recently, shaped–like her photo of a leaf is shaped like a leaf, which appeared in her 2015 solo show at Bridgette Mayer Gallery, which represents her. ]]> Artist, Pew Fellow, and 2016 Guggenheim Grantee Eileen Neff makes photographs and prints them large, small, framed or unframed, and, recently, shaped–like her photo of a leaf is shaped like a leaf, which appeared in her 2015 solo show at Bridgette Mayer Gallery, which represents her. ]]> 43:24 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/09/jodi-throckmorton-on-ghosts-cassils-and-curating-contemporary-at-pafa/ Fri, 30 Sep 2016 13:00:52 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60704 Before arriving at PAFA, Jodi Throckmorton was Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at Wichita State University. Prior to that, she lived in the new media mecca of Silicon Valley, where she was Associate Curator at the San Jose Museum of Art for eight years. Now at PAFA, Throckmorton is bringing her considerable energy and wide-ranging interest in contemporary art to integrating edgy contemporary art with PAFA's traditional strong suits of figuration and realism.]]> Before arriving at PAFA, Jodi Throckmorton was Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at Wichita State University. Prior to that, she lived in the new media mecca of Silicon Valley, where she was Associate Curator at the San Jose Museum of Art for eight years. Now at PAFA, Throckmorton is bringing her considerable energy and wide-ranging interest in contemporary art to integrating edgy contemporary art with PAFA's traditional strong suits of figuration and realism.]]> 34:33 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/09/gee-wesleys-vision-a-world-of-books-and-more/ Thu, 22 Sep 2016 14:09:04 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60706 Perhaps you stopped by Reading Terminal last Friday and saw the pop up bookstore on Filbert Street? Ulises is the name of the store, and Gee Wesley and collaborators are the founders. The alternative/experimental bookstore project will open a more permanent home in October in a converted garage space at 31 E. Columbia Ave. Phila 19125.]]> Perhaps you stopped by Reading Terminal last Friday and saw the pop up bookstore on Filbert Street? Ulises is the name of the store, and Gee Wesley and collaborators are the founders. The alternative/experimental bookstore project will open a more permanent home in October in a converted garage space at 31 E. Columbia Ave. Phila 19125.]]> 33:58 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/09/clint-takeda-scott-hewicker-talk-about-psychedelia-music-and-art/ Tue, 13 Sep 2016 13:00:10 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60613 Clint Takeda and Scott Hewicker met 15 years ago when Takeda was head preparator at the ICA and Hewicker was a featured artist in Alex Baker's East Meets West exhibition. This month the two meet again in an exhibition at Grizzly Grizzly.]]> Clint Takeda and Scott Hewicker met 15 years ago when Takeda was head preparator at the ICA and Hewicker was a featured artist in Alex Baker's East Meets West exhibition. This month the two meet again in an exhibition at Grizzly Grizzly.]]> 36:54 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/09/jose-ortiz-pagan-talks-of-etching-on-steel-and-curating-a-booth-at-unlisted/ Thu, 08 Sep 2016 16:50:38 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60614 José Ortiz-Pagán grew up in a small town in Southern Puerto Rico where he was a skater and a fledgling grafitti artist. Fast forward a few and now, he's been in Philadelphia for seven years. The Tyler MFA in printmaking and sculpture talks about being an activist and about the political roots of his current work at the new Latino art commercial gallery, RACSO.]]> José Ortiz-Pagán grew up in a small town in Southern Puerto Rico where he was a skater and a fledgling grafitti artist. Fast forward a few and now, he's been in Philadelphia for seven years. The Tyler MFA in printmaking and sculpture talks about being an activist and about the political roots of his current work at the new Latino art commercial gallery, RACSO.]]> 29:13 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/09/lee-tusman-on-room-21-performance-at-the-barnes/ Wed, 07 Sep 2016 18:30:46 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60552 Lee Tusman has curated up a storm at many places in Philadelphia (e.g., Little Berlin) and elsewhere. Now, he's got a really great-sounding one-night-only performance–Room 21–he's organized in collaboration with Ars Nova and DJ Jace Clayton and the Prometheus Chamber Orchestra. I talked with Lee about the musical performance, which will take place on Saturday, September 9 at the Barnes Foundation, and asked why it's at the Barnes and is Room 21 one of the Barnes gallery rooms. Take a listen and see! Then rush out and get tickets (here: $10/$8 for Barnes members)]]> Lee Tusman has curated up a storm at many places in Philadelphia (e.g., Little Berlin) and elsewhere. Now, he's got a really great-sounding one-night-only performance–Room 21–he's organized in collaboration with Ars Nova and DJ Jace Clayton and the Prometheus Chamber Orchestra. I talked with Lee about the musical performance, which will take place on Saturday, September 9 at the Barnes Foundation, and asked why it's at the Barnes and is Room 21 one of the Barnes gallery rooms. Take a listen and see! Then rush out and get tickets (here: $10/$8 for Barnes members)]]> 32:16 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/08/julius-ferraro-and-amanda-wagner-of-curate-this-talk-about-their-online-arts-project/ Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:23:12 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60485 Earlier this year, I was invited to curate a week of content on Curate This, the peppy new online arts publication whose mission -- like Artblog's mission -- is to tell the whole wide world that the Philadelphia art scene has great art and artists. Curate This, started by writers/artists Amanda Wagner and Julius Ferraro, is now almost one year old, and I sat down with them recently to talk about how their publication is coming along and what they're excited about. Curate This is a platform for artists and writers to speak their minds about issues involved in the arts (yes, there is some complaining).]]> Earlier this year, I was invited to curate a week of content on Curate This, the peppy new online arts publication whose mission -- like Artblog's mission -- is to tell the whole wide world that the Philadelphia art scene has great art and artists. Curate This, started by writers/artists Amanda Wagner and Julius Ferraro, is now almost one year old, and I sat down with them recently to talk about how their publication is coming along and what they're excited about. Curate This is a platform for artists and writers to speak their minds about issues involved in the arts (yes, there is some complaining).]]> 28:45 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/07/splashing-around-creative-africa-and-nari-ward-on-artblog-radio/ Thu, 28 Jul 2016 14:00:20 +0000 Flora Ward https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60301 At the Barnes Foundation, Nari Ward’s direct engagement with issues of race, culture, and class in contemporary America makes for an interesting counterpoint to the African art collected by Dr. Barnes (and by the Penn Museum) in the early 20th century. Finally, the three shows of contemporary photography, textiles, and architecture that fill the first floor of the PMA’s Perelman Building leave us with lots of questions about the “Africa” in “Creative Africa.” Just how fixed is regional or even national identity for both artists and artworks that circulate widely thanks to the global art market? What makes African art African?]]> At the Barnes Foundation, Nari Ward’s direct engagement with issues of race, culture, and class in contemporary America makes for an interesting counterpoint to the African art collected by Dr. Barnes (and by the Penn Museum) in the early 20th century. Finally, the three shows of contemporary photography, textiles, and architecture that fill the first floor of the PMA’s Perelman Building leave us with lots of questions about the “Africa” in “Creative Africa.” Just how fixed is regional or even national identity for both artists and artworks that circulate widely thanks to the global art market? What makes African art African?]]> 34:47 Flora Ward https://www.theartblog.org/2016/07/tiona-mcclodden-talks-about-choosing-philadelphia-starting-a-gallery-on-artblog-radio/ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 12:30:56 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60256 2016 Pew Fellow Tiona McClodden makes documentary films and videos and sculptural environments. She's also made music videos and her work is political, exploring gender, race and under-known history. In our talk she tells me about selecting Philadelphia as a place where community she found a community of black working artists. The interview was recorded live at the Galleries at Moore's radio booth on July 7, 2016.]]> 2016 Pew Fellow Tiona McClodden makes documentary films and videos and sculptural environments. She's also made music videos and her work is political, exploring gender, race and under-known history. In our talk she tells me about selecting Philadelphia as a place where community she found a community of black working artists. The interview was recorded live at the Galleries at Moore's radio booth on July 7, 2016.]]> 32:33 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/07/pap-souleye-falls-radical-ritual-sewing-on-artblog-radio/ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 14:32:02 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60232 Roberta interviews Pap Souleye Fall about his unique body suits, stitched up while he is wearing them. Pap is also a wonderful maker of sculptural installations, and he's a dancer. Give a listen!]]> Roberta interviews Pap Souleye Fall about his unique body suits, stitched up while he is wearing them. Pap is also a wonderful maker of sculptural installations, and he's a dancer. Give a listen!]]> 29:03 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/07/talking-with-comic-book-artist-jamar-nicholas-on-artblog-radio/ Thu, 14 Jul 2016 13:05:39 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60224 Jamar Nicholas wears a number of hats, as do many artists. He's a teacher -- he teaches narrative storywriting at Drexel and has taught at Moore College of Art and Design and Arcadia University; he is Fine Arts Curatorial and Administrative Assistant at Arcadia University Art Gallery, and he makes his art -- drawings of narratives that become comic books about superheroes, like the Hip Hop Cop Detective Boogaloo, which ran -- daily -- in the Philadelphia Metro in 2015. ]]> Jamar Nicholas wears a number of hats, as do many artists. He's a teacher -- he teaches narrative storywriting at Drexel and has taught at Moore College of Art and Design and Arcadia University; he is Fine Arts Curatorial and Administrative Assistant at Arcadia University Art Gallery, and he makes his art -- drawings of narratives that become comic books about superheroes, like the Hip Hop Cop Detective Boogaloo, which ran -- daily -- in the Philadelphia Metro in 2015. ]]> 29:06 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2016/06/daniel-de-jesus-on-artblog-radio/ Fri, 17 Jun 2016 15:00:05 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=60100 When Daniel de Jesús performs he looks just like a painting of the Virgin Mary or a statue of a saint come to life. He wears a blue silk robe and his blue and purple eye make-up runs down his cheeks like tears. His voice resounds in unison with the cello between his knees; a drum machine may keep time or offer up haunting sounds.]]> When Daniel de Jesús performs he looks just like a painting of the Virgin Mary or a statue of a saint come to life. He wears a blue silk robe and his blue and purple eye make-up runs down his cheeks like tears. His voice resounds in unison with the cello between his knees; a drum machine may keep time or offer up haunting sounds.]]> 19:54 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2016/05/artblog-radio-vashti-dubois-of-the-colored-girls-museum/ Thu, 05 May 2016 17:35:00 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59920 Most rooms in The Colored Girls Museum are dedicated to women of color; their names are framed in the doorways. This is a museum of Herstory told through art, through shout outs to accomplished and heroic women, and through everyday stories about ordinary and extraordinary lives.]]> Most rooms in The Colored Girls Museum are dedicated to women of color; their names are framed in the doorways. This is a museum of Herstory told through art, through shout outs to accomplished and heroic women, and through everyday stories about ordinary and extraordinary lives.]]> 21:07 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2016/04/_xst-shawn-theodore-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 04 Apr 2016 13:00:41 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59720 Jennifer Zarro talks with photographer Shawn Theodore, alias _xST, about his work--including why he shoots in large-format and how people react to his photos. ]]> Jennifer Zarro talks with photographer Shawn Theodore, alias _xST, about his work--including why he shoots in large-format and how people react to his photos. ]]> 22:58 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2016/03/second-polyphone-festival-of-new-musical-theater-at-uarts-artblog-radio/ Sun, 27 Mar 2016 13:00:45 +0000 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59638 Although the festival was put together almost on a whim last year—Settle and her artistic director Cesar Alvarez were seeking a way to use an empty Merriam Theater for two weeks—it became an instant success.]]> Although the festival was put together almost on a whim last year—Settle and her artistic director Cesar Alvarez were seeking a way to use an empty Merriam Theater for two weeks—it became an instant success.]]> 4:01 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/2016/03/angel-nevarez-and-valerie-tevere-at-the-ica/ Fri, 04 Mar 2016 14:00:10 +0000 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59549 The Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania has given over its second-floor galleries to the New York art team Valerie Tevere and Angel Nevarez. One of the galleries is simply a radio on a table. It plays an original radio play the duo wrote: a science fiction story about voice recognition technology.]]> The Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania has given over its second-floor galleries to the New York art team Valerie Tevere and Angel Nevarez. One of the galleries is simply a radio on a table. It plays an original radio play the duo wrote: a science fiction story about voice recognition technology.]]> 1:58 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/2016/03/theodore-harris-on-artblog-radio/ Wed, 02 Mar 2016 15:00:24 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59538 Harris is not afraid to investigate and offer in his collages and other artworks a new version of our national and cultural history, one which often illustrates a confounding unfairness we have all inherited.]]> Harris is not afraid to investigate and offer in his collages and other artworks a new version of our national and cultural history, one which often illustrates a confounding unfairness we have all inherited.]]> 21:15 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2016/02/jesse-krimes-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 22 Feb 2016 14:00:15 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59481 Krimes seems to humanize art theory by putting it through a process of deep reading, personal reflection, and even letting the words suggest alternative readings. His current body of work, on view at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery at Drexel University, is the result of this approach, his intuitive pathfinding, and chance.]]> Krimes seems to humanize art theory by putting it through a process of deep reading, personal reflection, and even letting the words suggest alternative readings. His current body of work, on view at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery at Drexel University, is the result of this approach, his intuitive pathfinding, and chance.]]> 19:16 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2016/02/charles-fraziers-working-music/ Sun, 21 Feb 2016 14:30:54 +0000 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59483 Charles Frazier's Cold Mountain is a book turned into a film and now, into an opera. WHYY's Peter Crimmins has more.]]> Charles Frazier's Cold Mountain is a book turned into a film and now, into an opera. WHYY's Peter Crimmins has more.]]> 1:58 Peter Crimmins https://www.theartblog.org/2015/12/kukuli-velarde-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 21 Dec 2015 15:23:19 +0000 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/?p=59145 Kukuli Velarde describes Corpus and also discusses her painting practice in this Artblog Radio interview conducted by Jennifer Zarro and recorded in the artist’s home and studio in Philadelphia in December, 2015.]]> Kukuli Velarde describes Corpus and also discusses her painting practice in this Artblog Radio interview conducted by Jennifer Zarro and recorded in the artist’s home and studio in Philadelphia in December, 2015.]]> 20:28 Jennifer Zarro https://www.theartblog.org/2015/05/from-the-vault-jess-perlitzs-interactive-work/ Fri, 08 May 2015 13:00:25 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57357 Canadian sculpture artist Jess Perlitz recently opened "Chorus," a moving audio work comprised of recordings of incarcerated men and women throughout the U.S. She asked them, “If you could sing one song, and have that song heard, what would it be?” She layers the results into a "choir" triggered by a visitor's arrival into a cell at Eastern State Penitentiary. We interviewed Jess a couple of years ago about the emotions and processes that inform her work, and why it is that you can so often interact with her pieces.]]> Canadian sculpture artist Jess Perlitz recently opened "Chorus," a moving audio work comprised of recordings of incarcerated men and women throughout the U.S. She asked them, “If you could sing one song, and have that song heard, what would it be?” She layers the results into a "choir" triggered by a visitor's arrival into a cell at Eastern State Penitentiary. We interviewed Jess a couple of years ago about the emotions and processes that inform her work, and why it is that you can so often interact with her pieces.]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/05/from-the-vault-michelle-post-on-artblog-radio/ Thu, 07 May 2015 13:00:06 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57356 Michelle Post’s sculptural Tronies will debut as a permanent installation at Grounds for Sculpture this fall. In our podcast the artist tells us how she received the commission and how she conceived of the 10 large portrait heads that sit on plinths like a chorus of grumpy citizen jurors waiting for something to pass judgment on. Post, a […]]]> Michelle Post’s sculptural Tronies will debut as a permanent installation at Grounds for Sculpture this fall. In our podcast the artist tells us how she received the commission and how she conceived of the 10 large portrait heads that sit on plinths like a chorus of grumpy citizen jurors waiting for something to pass judgment on. Post, a […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/05/from-the-vault-pentimenti-gallery-and-gallery-joe-endure/ Fri, 01 May 2015 14:38:34 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57302 Celebrating two independent gallerists On the 20th anniversaries of Gallery Joe and Pentimenti, two wonderful contemporary art venues in Philadelphia that we admire, we talk with the gallery’s owner/directors, Becky Kerlin (of Gallery Joe) and Christine Pfister (of Pentimenti). Both galleries are located in Old City, and both started in the recession of 1992/93. In […]]]> Celebrating two independent gallerists On the 20th anniversaries of Gallery Joe and Pentimenti, two wonderful contemporary art venues in Philadelphia that we admire, we talk with the gallery’s owner/directors, Becky Kerlin (of Gallery Joe) and Christine Pfister (of Pentimenti). Both galleries are located in Old City, and both started in the recession of 1992/93. In […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/04/from-the-vault-two-founders-of-fjord/ Fri, 24 Apr 2015 14:30:05 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57244 “It’s possible here in Philly” Lindsay Chandler and A.J. Rombach moved to Philadelphia after graduating from art school (Lindsay, from RISD, and A.J. from Boston University).  They didn’t know each other before moving here but became friends through their network of artist friends.  The two artists helped co-found Fjord space on Frankford Ave. last Spring, […]]]> “It’s possible here in Philly” Lindsay Chandler and A.J. Rombach moved to Philadelphia after graduating from art school (Lindsay, from RISD, and A.J. from Boston University).  They didn’t know each other before moving here but became friends through their network of artist friends.  The two artists helped co-found Fjord space on Frankford Ave. last Spring, […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/04/from-the-vault-erica-prince-on-architectural-utopias/ Thu, 09 Apr 2015 13:25:27 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57114 [Erica Prince is a graduate of Maryland Institute College of Art. She spoke with us two years ago about originally planning to be a research-based artist, and about her love for “architectural utopias”–which makes sense given her brand-new, dollhouse-based exhibit at Vox Populi! — the Artblog editors] Erica Prince talks here of her love of […]]]> [Erica Prince is a graduate of Maryland Institute College of Art. She spoke with us two years ago about originally planning to be a research-based artist, and about her love for “architectural utopias”–which makes sense given her brand-new, dollhouse-based exhibit at Vox Populi! — the Artblog editors] Erica Prince talks here of her love of […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/04/from-the-vault-matt-kalasky-on-artblog-radio/ Fri, 03 Apr 2015 16:30:46 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=57055 Matt Kalasky spoke with us Oct. 17, 2012 about his role as one of the founding editors of the new online arts journal, the The Nicola Midnight St. Claire (now temporarily called “The New, New Masses”–you can hear about that on their website). We also wanted to hear about his art, which takes the form […]]]> Matt Kalasky spoke with us Oct. 17, 2012 about his role as one of the founding editors of the new online arts journal, the The Nicola Midnight St. Claire (now temporarily called “The New, New Masses”–you can hear about that on their website). We also wanted to hear about his art, which takes the form […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/03/from-the-vault-ingrid-schaffner-next-carnegie-international-curator/ Fri, 27 Mar 2015 12:00:47 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=56959 NOTE: This podcast was originally published on Artblog on September 5, 2011 Ingrid Schaffner, ICA’s Senior Curator, has been with the Institute of Contemporary Art for ten years, and in that time she’s created many great exhibitions. Schaffner has a an easy smile, a ready laugh, and an interest in the absurd, from Dali and Dada […]]]> NOTE: This podcast was originally published on Artblog on September 5, 2011 Ingrid Schaffner, ICA’s Senior Curator, has been with the Institute of Contemporary Art for ten years, and in that time she’s created many great exhibitions. Schaffner has a an easy smile, a ready laugh, and an interest in the absurd, from Dali and Dada […]]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2015/03/from-the-vault-frank-bramblett-on-artblog-radio/ Tue, 17 Mar 2015 13:00:00 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=56870 Frank Bramblett grew up in a small town in rural Alabama where he played in the Alabama mud as a child. He also had an imaginary friend, Graham, who talked to him constantly. Frank’s large abstract paintings spring from his love of materials and from his need to experiment like an alchemist. You can see […]]]> Frank Bramblett grew up in a small town in rural Alabama where he played in the Alabama mud as a child. He also had an imaginary friend, Graham, who talked to him constantly. Frank’s large abstract paintings spring from his love of materials and from his need to experiment like an alchemist. You can see […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/03/from-the-vault-amy-sadao-on-artblog-radio/ Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:10:13 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=56818 [We’re excited to be presenting a panel on Activism, Evangelism, and Art on March 23 with Slought, Ken Lum, and Amy Sadao! Get to know Amy’s background here. — the Artblog editors] Amy Sadao, Director of the Philadelphia Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)  has won many awards for her work as a curator, organizer and leader in […]]]> [We’re excited to be presenting a panel on Activism, Evangelism, and Art on March 23 with Slought, Ken Lum, and Amy Sadao! Get to know Amy’s background here. — the Artblog editors] Amy Sadao, Director of the Philadelphia Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)  has won many awards for her work as a curator, organizer and leader in […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/03/from-the-vault-ken-lum-on-artblog-radio/ Wed, 11 Mar 2015 13:00:14 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=56788 Ken Lum moved to Philadelphia in 2012 to head up the Fine Arts Undergraduate Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design. Right now, you can see work by Ken at his solo exhibition, The Mini-Mall Series, at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery. AND, coming in March, his work will be featured in the 2014 Whitney Biennial! In our podcast, Ken talks […]]]> Ken Lum moved to Philadelphia in 2012 to head up the Fine Arts Undergraduate Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design. Right now, you can see work by Ken at his solo exhibition, The Mini-Mall Series, at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery. AND, coming in March, his work will be featured in the 2014 Whitney Biennial! In our podcast, Ken talks […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2015/03/from-the-vault-podcast-interview-with-artist-shelley-spector/ Tue, 10 Mar 2015 13:00:17 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=56787 Shelley Spector studied dance for many years–her mother was a dance teacher and taught dance classes out of the studio in the basement. So the idea of creating art that looks effortless–the way dancers make dancing look effortless–was built into Spector’s way of working. Spector founded the influential Spector Gallery on 6th and Bainbridge in […]]]> Shelley Spector studied dance for many years–her mother was a dance teacher and taught dance classes out of the studio in the basement. So the idea of creating art that looks effortless–the way dancers make dancing look effortless–was built into Spector’s way of working. Spector founded the influential Spector Gallery on 6th and Bainbridge in […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2014/07/matthew-green-on-the-lure-of-painting-and-the-meadowlands-on-artblog-radio/ Thu, 10 Jul 2014 05:29:50 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=54337 Matthew Green’s realist oil paintings depict the natural world punctuated by pieces of the built environment that intrude and insist on the human presence in the landscape. Green’s works are pristine and forlorn and raise issues of ecology and the age-old struggle of humankind to subdue the natural world. We met Green in 2003, our first […]]]> Matthew Green’s realist oil paintings depict the natural world punctuated by pieces of the built environment that intrude and insist on the human presence in the landscape. Green’s works are pristine and forlorn and raise issues of ecology and the age-old struggle of humankind to subdue the natural world. We met Green in 2003, our first […]]]> 12:53 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/05/roberto-lugo-talks-about-family-humor-and-what-fuels-his-ceramics-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Wed, 28 May 2014 15:47:28 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=53723 Libby and Roberta interviewed activist ceramic artist Roberto Lugo in 2013. The podcast is 17 minutes long and in it the artist explains his life journey from grafitti artist in Kensington to graduate of Penn State's art program. It's a great interview.]]> Libby and Roberta interviewed activist ceramic artist Roberto Lugo in 2013. The podcast is 17 minutes long and in it the artist explains his life journey from grafitti artist in Kensington to graduate of Penn State's art program. It's a great interview.]]> 17:24 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/05/amy-sadao-talks-about-icas-programs-and-upcoming-exhibitions-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Wed, 14 May 2014 12:36:17 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=53517 Amy Sadao, Director of the Philadelphia Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)  has won many awards for her work as a curator, organizer and leader in the arts. There are not a lot of women directors of art museums, and Sadao says that’s a problem. She herself had strong woman mentors and credits them for her success. We […]]]> Amy Sadao, Director of the Philadelphia Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)  has won many awards for her work as a curator, organizer and leader in the arts. There are not a lot of women directors of art museums, and Sadao says that’s a problem. She herself had strong woman mentors and credits them for her success. We […]]]> 21:42 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/05/from-the-vault-october-2012-syd-carpenter-on-artblog-radio/ Sun, 11 May 2014 13:00:13 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=53455 Syd Carpenter’s ceramic sculptures are in many museum collections, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania Academy, and the Renwick in Washington, DC. Carpenter’s muscular and biomorphic forms pull together recognizable imagery–chains, fences, flowers, and a series of farms based on small family farms in the South. Considered together, her work is a loose narrative […]]]> Syd Carpenter’s ceramic sculptures are in many museum collections, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Pennsylvania Academy, and the Renwick in Washington, DC. Carpenter’s muscular and biomorphic forms pull together recognizable imagery–chains, fences, flowers, and a series of farms based on small family farms in the South. Considered together, her work is a loose narrative […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2014/03/from-the-vault-april-2011-jennie-thwing-on-artblog-radio/ Sun, 30 Mar 2014 13:00:19 +0000 Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/?p=52843 Jennie Thwing‘s whimsical stop-action animations have tickled our visual funnybone for years–at the same time that they’ve made us think about issues like the environment and our culture of waste. The artist and educator (she teaches at Rowan University in New Jersey) is also a member of Nexus, one of Philly’s oldest alternative membership spaces. Thwing, […]]]> Jennie Thwing‘s whimsical stop-action animations have tickled our visual funnybone for years–at the same time that they’ve made us think about issues like the environment and our culture of waste. The artist and educator (she teaches at Rowan University in New Jersey) is also a member of Nexus, one of Philly’s oldest alternative membership spaces. Thwing, […]]]> Lianna Patch https://www.theartblog.org/2014/03/john-caperton-on-canicular-and-how-the-show-changed-the-print-center-during-its-run-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Thu, 27 Mar 2014 11:17:20 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=52879 Libby and Roberta talk with Curator John Caperton about the complex and visually-exciting exhibit by Demetrius Oliver at the Print Center.]]> Libby and Roberta talk with Curator John Caperton about the complex and visually-exciting exhibit by Demetrius Oliver at the Print Center.]]> 16:11 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/02/ken-lum-talks-about-monuments-science-and-art-and-whats-wrong-with-art-education-and-philadelphia-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Thu, 13 Feb 2014 22:57:40 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=52338 Ken Lum moved to Philadelphia in 2012 to head up the Fine Arts Undergraduate Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design. Right now, you can see work by Ken at his solo exhibition, The Mini-Mall Series, at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery. AND, coming in March, his work will be featured in the 2014 Whitney Biennial!  In our podcast, Ken talks […]]]> Ken Lum moved to Philadelphia in 2012 to head up the Fine Arts Undergraduate Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Design. Right now, you can see work by Ken at his solo exhibition, The Mini-Mall Series, at Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery. AND, coming in March, his work will be featured in the 2014 Whitney Biennial!  In our podcast, Ken talks […]]]> 21:47 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/01/performance-artist-john-kelly-escapes-into-caravaggio-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Tue, 21 Jan 2014 17:07:31 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=52105 John Kelly got a scholarship to American Ballet Theater when he was 17. After dancing for a while he went to Parsons to study art. Then he hit the East Village Paradise Club and began performing, singing songs, in boy drag or other drag (e.g., dressed as Joni Mitchell), and the rest is history. Kelly, […]]]> John Kelly got a scholarship to American Ballet Theater when he was 17. After dancing for a while he went to Parsons to study art. Then he hit the East Village Paradise Club and began performing, singing songs, in boy drag or other drag (e.g., dressed as Joni Mitchell), and the rest is history. Kelly, […]]]> 17:06 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2014/01/perfect-in-many-ways-imperfect-gallery-and-its-founders-renny-molenaar-and-rocio-cabello-on-artblog-radio/ Fri, 17 Jan 2014 15:02:21 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=52004 Art was the family business for Renny Molenaar and Rocio Cabello, owners of IMPeRFeCT Gallery in Germantown. Renny’s family includes many musicians and visual artists, and Rocio’s family includes a graphic design firm she worked for. The two met through Renny’s gallery in the South Bronx in the 1980s, Black and White in Color. The […]]]> Art was the family business for Renny Molenaar and Rocio Cabello, owners of IMPeRFeCT Gallery in Germantown. Renny’s family includes many musicians and visual artists, and Rocio’s family includes a graphic design firm she worked for. The two met through Renny’s gallery in the South Bronx in the 1980s, Black and White in Color. The […]]]> 24:36 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/12/kay-healy-on-artblog-radio-the-comfort-of-soft-domestic-environments-placed-in-the-world/ Sun, 15 Dec 2013 13:47:02 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=51575 Kay Healy is known for her “stuffed” wall works, printed environments that look like scenery for a play or life-size relief sculptures. The environments are domestic, with chairs, tables, a refrigerator, a sink — printed and stuffed.  The artist is from New York, and is sensitive to people’s loss of their domestic objects because of her […]]]> Kay Healy is known for her “stuffed” wall works, printed environments that look like scenery for a play or life-size relief sculptures. The environments are domestic, with chairs, tables, a refrigerator, a sink — printed and stuffed.  The artist is from New York, and is sensitive to people’s loss of their domestic objects because of her […]]]> 19:32 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/12/lewis-colburn-on-history-and-how-it-morphs-through-the-re-telling-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Tue, 03 Dec 2013 12:43:09 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=51415 Lewis Colburn loves history and his sculptures and installations often deal with historical periods and ideas at play in those bygone eras. We would have loved to meet and talk with him in his studio in the Viking Mill building in Kensington, but that building, which houses many artists studios and small businesses, was recently closed […]]]> Lewis Colburn loves history and his sculptures and installations often deal with historical periods and ideas at play in those bygone eras. We would have loved to meet and talk with him in his studio in the Viking Mill building in Kensington, but that building, which houses many artists studios and small businesses, was recently closed […]]]> 15:43 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/10/donald-camp-on-creating-an-archive-of-faces-his-spiritual-quest-and-magic-on-artblog-radio/ Tue, 22 Oct 2013 12:18:08 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=50705 Donald Camp is a member of the Baha'i faith, and our interview with him involved talk about spirituality and seeking answers.  But in addition, Don told us about magic.  He is a trained magician, who learned his first tricks from his magician father.]]> Donald Camp is a member of the Baha'i faith, and our interview with him involved talk about spirituality and seeking answers.  But in addition, Don told us about magic.  He is a trained magician, who learned his first tricks from his magician father.]]> 20:16 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/09/piper-brett-on-artblog-radio-when-bad-ass-art-is-good/ Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:54:27 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=49944 Roberta and Libby interview artist Piper Brett in this 20-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview artist Piper Brett in this 20-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 20:22 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/09/antonio-puri-on-fairness-for-artists-in-the-marketplace-religion-identity-and-more-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Thu, 05 Sep 2013 12:05:20 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=49747 Roberta and Libby interview Antonio Puri in this 21-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Antonio Puri in this 21-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 21:06 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/08/jess-perlitzs-art-part-anthropological-research-part-play-on-this-artblog-radio-podcast/ Tue, 13 Aug 2013 12:28:42 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=49345 Jess Perlitz makes work that you can interact with.  Sometimes there is a crank that will sound an air raid siren; sometimes there are steps to climb up to the top of a fortress lookout. Occasionally, she wears a costume and you interact with her. She sees her work as coming out of childhood play, […]]]> Jess Perlitz makes work that you can interact with.  Sometimes there is a crank that will sound an air raid siren; sometimes there are steps to climb up to the top of a fortress lookout. Occasionally, she wears a costume and you interact with her. She sees her work as coming out of childhood play, […]]]> 16:00 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/07/john-gatti-on-teaching-visual-literacy-at-the-barnes-foundation-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Tue, 23 Jul 2013 13:16:32 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=49064 Roberta and Libby interview John Gatti in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview John Gatti in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:52 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/07/mary-smull-podcast-on-artblog-radio-on-truth-hard-work-and-the-guilt-of-the-unfinished-project/ Mon, 08 Jul 2013 05:05:18 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=48792 Roberta and Libby interview Mary Smull in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Mary Smull in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:26 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/06/what-is-success-a-podcast-with-tim-eads-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 24 Jun 2013 13:19:31 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=48594 Roberta and Libby interview Tim Eads in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Tim Eads in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:06 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/06/podcast-redux-daniel-traub-whose-film-with-glenn-holsten-the-barefoot-artist-was-screened-at-the-pma-last-night/ Thu, 20 Jun 2013 12:53:44 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=48539 —>This podcast was originally published Feb. 14, 2011, following our interview with Daniel Traub at The Print Center where he had a show of his photographs.  Daniel’s film, with Glenn Holsten, The Barefoot Artist, a documentary on Daniel’s mother Lily Yeh, debuted at the Philadelphia Museum of Art last night.  The auditorium was jammed, every […]]]> —>This podcast was originally published Feb. 14, 2011, following our interview with Daniel Traub at The Print Center where he had a show of his photographs.  Daniel’s film, with Glenn Holsten, The Barefoot Artist, a documentary on Daniel’s mother Lily Yeh, debuted at the Philadelphia Museum of Art last night.  The auditorium was jammed, every […]]]> Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/06/jacob-lunderby-on-three-exhibits-in-his-studio-and-moving-to-philly-seven-years-ago-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Sun, 02 Jun 2013 12:12:17 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=48169 Roberta and Libby interview artist Jacob Lunderby in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview artist Jacob Lunderby in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:47 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/03/beth-heinly-on-the-importance-of-collecting-and-community-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:51:19 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=46492 Roberta and Libby interview Beth Heinly in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Beth Heinly in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 16:07 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/03/fjord-members-lindsay-chandler-and-a-j-rombach-on-curating-and-citywide-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Wed, 13 Mar 2013 01:48:23 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=46208 “It’s possible here in Philly” Lindsay Chandler and A. J. Rombach moved to Philadelphia after graduating from art school (Lindsay, from RISD, and A.J. from Boston University).  They didn’t know each other before moving here but became friends through their network of artist friends.  The two artists helped co-found Fjord space on Frankford Ave. last […]]]> “It’s possible here in Philly” Lindsay Chandler and A. J. Rombach moved to Philadelphia after graduating from art school (Lindsay, from RISD, and A.J. from Boston University).  They didn’t know each other before moving here but became friends through their network of artist friends.  The two artists helped co-found Fjord space on Frankford Ave. last […]]]> 17:07 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/03/great-and-mighty-things-at-the-philadelphia-museum-of-art-listen-to-our-2011-podcast-with-jill-and-sheldon-bonovitz/ Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:54:07 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=46031 We spoke with Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz in 2011. The show of their collection of outsider art, "Great and Might things: Outsider Art from the Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz Collection" opens today at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The collection is a bequeath to the museum. In our podcast they talk about how they started collecting outsider art and why they are giving it to the museum.  This podcast originally ran on May 7, 2011.]]> We spoke with Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz in 2011. The show of their collection of outsider art, "Great and Might things: Outsider Art from the Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz Collection" opens today at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The collection is a bequeath to the museum. In our podcast they talk about how they started collecting outsider art and why they are giving it to the museum.  This podcast originally ran on May 7, 2011.]]> Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/02/michelle-post-on-artblog-radio-a-podcast-interview/ Mon, 25 Feb 2013 04:50:11 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=45961 Michelle Post’s sculptural Tronies will debut as a permanent installation at Grounds for Sculpture this fall. In our podcast the artist tells us how she received the commission and how she conceived of the ten large portrait heads that sit on plinths like a chorus of grumpy citizen jurors waiting for something to pass judgment on. Post, a […]]]> Michelle Post’s sculptural Tronies will debut as a permanent installation at Grounds for Sculpture this fall. In our podcast the artist tells us how she received the commission and how she conceived of the ten large portrait heads that sit on plinths like a chorus of grumpy citizen jurors waiting for something to pass judgment on. Post, a […]]]> 17:48 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/01/celestine-wilson-hughes-talks-about-becoming-an-artist-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:27:52 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=45401 Roberta and Libby interview Celestine Wilson Hughes in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Celestine Wilson Hughes in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:12 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/01/brian-wallace-on-curating-at-bryn-mawr-college-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:59:20 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=45184 Roberta and Libby interview curator Brian Wallace in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview curator Brian Wallace in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 16:09 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2013/01/from-the-artblog-vault-rob-matthews-podcast-his-show-with-shanna-waddell-opens-tonight-at-tiger-strikes-asteroid/ Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:01:14 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=45049 [Ed note: This podcast originally ran on Artblog July 23, 2012. Rob Matthews is in a two person show with Shanna Waddell opening tonight, Jan 4, 2013, at Tiger Strikes Asteroid.] The art world’s interest in drawings came just at the right moment for Rob Matthews, an artist whose drawings merge humor and faith in […]]]> [Ed note: This podcast originally ran on Artblog July 23, 2012. Rob Matthews is in a two person show with Shanna Waddell opening tonight, Jan 4, 2013, at Tiger Strikes Asteroid.] The art world’s interest in drawings came just at the right moment for Rob Matthews, an artist whose drawings merge humor and faith in […]]]> Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/12/old-city-gallerists-becky-kerlin-and-christine-pfister-on-business-and-art-podcast-interview-on-artblog-radio/ Tue, 18 Dec 2012 02:45:31 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=44697 Celebrating two independent gallerists On the 20th anniversaries of Gallery Joe and Pentimenti, two wonderful contemporary art venues in Philadelphia that we admire, we talk with the gallery’s owner/directors, Becky Kerlin (of Gallery Joe) and Christine Pfister (of Pentimenti). Both galleries are located in Old City, and both started in the recession of 1992/93. In […]]]> Celebrating two independent gallerists On the 20th anniversaries of Gallery Joe and Pentimenti, two wonderful contemporary art venues in Philadelphia that we admire, we talk with the gallery’s owner/directors, Becky Kerlin (of Gallery Joe) and Christine Pfister (of Pentimenti). Both galleries are located in Old City, and both started in the recession of 1992/93. In […]]]> 16:00 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/12/from-the-artblog-vault-jayson-mussons-podcast-interview-his-show-at-fleisher-ollman-opens-this-thursday/ Sun, 09 Dec 2012 14:35:10 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=44237 [Ed. note: This podcast ran in 2007 when Jayson Musson had not yet graduated from University of Pennsylvania and moved over to Brooklyn. But he had already begun the Hennessy Youngman series of videos, and he speaks about them in this interview with us. Jayson’s solo show, A True Fiend’s Weight, opens at Fleisher-Ollman Gallery […]]]> [Ed. note: This podcast ran in 2007 when Jayson Musson had not yet graduated from University of Pennsylvania and moved over to Brooklyn. But he had already begun the Hennessy Youngman series of videos, and he speaks about them in this interview with us. Jayson’s solo show, A True Fiend’s Weight, opens at Fleisher-Ollman Gallery […]]]> Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/12/from-the-artblog-vault-podcast-interview-with-tim-portlock-artist-in-the-upcoming-fleisher-wind-challenge-2-exhibition/ Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:05:26 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=44125 Roberta and Libby interview Tim Portlock in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Tim Portlock in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 17:18 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/10/shelley-spector-on-making-things-look-effortless-and-on-the-philly-art-scene-a-podcast-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 22 Oct 2012 14:43:33 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=39153 Shelley Spector studied dance for many years — her mother was a dance teacher and taught dance classes out of the studio in the basement. So the idea of creating art that looks effortless — the way dancers make dancing look effortless — was built into Shelley’s way of working. Spector founded the influential Spector […]]]> Shelley Spector studied dance for many years — her mother was a dance teacher and taught dance classes out of the studio in the basement. So the idea of creating art that looks effortless — the way dancers make dancing look effortless — was built into Shelley’s way of working. Spector founded the influential Spector […]]]> 18:13 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/10/syd-carpenter/ Mon, 08 Oct 2012 05:39:03 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=37276 Libby and Roberta interview artist Syd Carpenter about her art making, her origins as an artist and her gardening, which feeds into her art directly and indirectly.]]> Libby and Roberta interview artist Syd Carpenter about her art making, her origins as an artist and her gardening, which feeds into her art directly and indirectly.]]> 17:55 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/09/open-airs-rafael-lozano-hemmer-talks-about-art-we-all-can-share-an-artblog-radio-podcast/ Wed, 26 Sep 2012 05:21:00 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=36708 Roberta and Libby interview Rafael Lozano-Hemmer in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Rafael Lozano-Hemmer in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:49 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/09/tim-portlocks-digital-simulations-a-podcast-interview-on-artblog-radio/ Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:00:41 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=35204 Tim Portlock talks with Libby and Roberta about his high-tech works on paper, made from 3-D imaging software, but which reference 19th Century heroic landscape painting. He tells them he doesn't see his works as photographs, but as paintings. The interview is 17 minutes long.]]> Tim Portlock talks with Libby and Roberta about his high-tech works on paper, made from 3-D imaging software, but which reference 19th Century heroic landscape painting. He tells them he doesn't see his works as photographs, but as paintings. The interview is 17 minutes long.]]> 17:18 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/08/alex-baker-on-australia-and-on-being-the-new-director-of-fleisher-ollman-gallery-a-podcast-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:27:41 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=32018 Libby and Roberta interview Alex Baker in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Libby and Roberta interview Alex Baker in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:56 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/08/grant-cox-on-artblog-radio-childhood-memories-and-thoughts-about-failure-a-podcast-interview/ Tue, 07 Aug 2012 05:33:07 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=31487 Roberta and Libby interview Grant Cox in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Grant Cox in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:38 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/07/artblog-radio-rob-matthews-has-stories-to-tell-on-todays-podcast/ Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:50:29 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=30996 Roberta and Libby interview artist Rob Matthews in this 18-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview artist Rob Matthews in this 18-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 18:18 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/07/jenny-drumgoole-on-husky-socks-wing-bowl-and-those-crazy-cream-cheese-recipes-for-paula-deene/ Mon, 02 Jul 2012 06:59:52 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=30262 Jenny Drumgoole’s subversive videos make us smile. The artist stars in her videos as a larger than life parody of a kind of super woman or super adolescent.  She gives her character a task in some contest or other (Wing Bowl, Paula Deene Real Women of Philadelphia online recipe contest) and voila, she’s off and […]]]> Jenny Drumgoole’s subversive videos make us smile. The artist stars in her videos as a larger than life parody of a kind of super woman or super adolescent.  She gives her character a task in some contest or other (Wing Bowl, Paula Deene Real Women of Philadelphia online recipe contest) and voila, she’s off and […]]]> 17:07 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/06/the-times-catch-up-with-mike-macfeat-podcast-interview/ Mon, 18 Jun 2012 06:27:00 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=29417 Roberta and Libby interview Mike Macfeat in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Mike Macfeat in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:08 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/06/podcast-of-elisabeth-agro-at-pma-respect-for-craft/ Mon, 04 Jun 2012 18:04:44 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=29169 Roberta and Libby interview curator Elisabeth Agro in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview curator Elisabeth Agro in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 17:12 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/05/headlong-dance-theaters-andrew-simonet-and-david-brick-on-dancing-with-art-and-moving-with-citizen-dancers/ Mon, 21 May 2012 16:16:55 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=28823 Roberta and Libby interview founding members of Headlong Dance Theater in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview founding members of Headlong Dance Theater in this 16-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 16:16 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/05/matt-giels-performance-photography-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 07 May 2012 10:32:21 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=28415 Roberta and Libby interview artist Matt Giel in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview artist Matt Giel in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 11:35 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/04/cindi-ettinger-of-c-r-ettinger-studio-talks-about-traditional-printing-in-the-digital-age-an-artblog-radio-podcast-interview/ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:52:59 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=28040 Roberta and Libby interview master printer Cindi Ettinger in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview master printer Cindi Ettinger in this 17-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 16:51 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/04/daniel-heyman-talks-about-prints-teaching-and-working-with-dental-plaster-a-podcast-interview/ Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:03:31 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=27713 Roberta and Libby interview Daniel Heyman in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Daniel Heyman in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:34 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/03/frank-bramblett-on-truth-small-town-alabama-and-his-imaginary-friend-graham/ Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:30:22 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=27383 Frank Bramblett grew up in a small town in rural Alabama where he played in the Alabama mud as a child. He also had an imaginary friend, Graham, who talked to him constantly. Frank’s large abstract paintings spring from his love of materials and from his need to experiment like an alchemist. You can see […]]]> Frank Bramblett grew up in a small town in rural Alabama where he played in the Alabama mud as a child. He also had an imaginary friend, Graham, who talked to him constantly. Frank’s large abstract paintings spring from his love of materials and from his need to experiment like an alchemist. You can see […]]]> 15:05 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/03/gary-steuer-to-the-rescue-in-city-hall/ Mon, 12 Mar 2012 12:13:21 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=26987 Roberta and Libby interview Gary Steuer in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Gary Steuer in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:35 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/02/maiza-hixson-on-artblog-radio-full-podcast-with-singing-and-great-talk/ Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:59:33 +0000 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=26653 Roberta and Libby interview Maiza Hixson in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Maiza Hixson in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 13:06 Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/02/whats-driving-erin-riley-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:45:40 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=26314 In this 2012 podcast Libby and Roberta speak with Erin Riley about her woven narratives based on bad behavior people (proudly?) post on the Internet. The podcast is 13 minutes and 24 seconds long.]]> In this 2012 podcast Libby and Roberta speak with Erin Riley about her woven narratives based on bad behavior people (proudly?) post on the Internet. The podcast is 13 minutes and 24 seconds long.]]> 13:24 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/01/new-podcast-tim-belknap-on-teaching-kids-about-space-as-astronaut-tim/ Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:00:34 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=25908 In early December Tim Belknap set up a small, pretend space station inside Temple Gallery that was an almost-convincing replica of the real thing. He called the set piece Destiny Module, a reference to the US Space Station’s Science Lab.  Destiny Module was part of Belknap’s project to beam himself as Astronaut Tim into a […]]]> In early December Tim Belknap set up a small, pretend space station inside Temple Gallery that was an almost-convincing replica of the real thing. He called the set piece Destiny Module, a reference to the US Space Station’s Science Lab.  Destiny Module was part of Belknap’s project to beam himself as Astronaut Tim into a […]]]> 14:30 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/01/josh-mosley-the-thinking-mans-animation-artist-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:06:32 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=25473 Roberta and Libby interview Joshua Mosley in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Joshua Mosley in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2012/01/new-podcast-matt-kalasky-on-science-fiction-absurdity-and-the-movies/ Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:20:25 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=25226 Matt Kalasky spoke with us Oct 17 about his role as one of the founding editors of the new online arts journal, the The Nicola Midnight St. Claire (now temporarily called “The New, New Masses” – you can hear about that on their website). We also wanted to hear about his art, which takes the […]]]> Matt Kalasky spoke with us Oct 17 about his role as one of the founding editors of the new online arts journal, the The Nicola Midnight St. Claire (now temporarily called “The New, New Masses” – you can hear about that on their website). We also wanted to hear about his art, which takes the […]]]> 12:00 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/12/jennifer-levonians-life-stories-hers-and-ours-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:21:06 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=24863 Jennifer Levonian considers herself a feminist. Her animated videos -- beautiful, handmade, surreal -- portray quotidien material, often featuring women protagonists, who encounter weird experiences in the "normal" 21st Century urban environment. Libby and Roberta talked with Jennifer in 2011. Here is their podcast interview, 16 minutes long.]]> Jennifer Levonian considers herself a feminist. Her animated videos -- beautiful, handmade, surreal -- portray quotidien material, often featuring women protagonists, who encounter weird experiences in the "normal" 21st Century urban environment. Libby and Roberta talked with Jennifer in 2011. Here is their podcast interview, 16 minutes long.]]> 16:12 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/11/grizzly-grizzly-aesthetic-humor-surrounded-by-a-lot-of-seriousness-a-podcast-interview/ Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:33:49 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=24592 Libby and Roberta talk with Jacque Liu and Mike Ellyson about their collective, Grizzly Grizzly, in the 319 N. 11th St. hub, alive with 5 arts collectives, and lots of experimental art and curating.]]> Libby and Roberta talk with Jacque Liu and Mike Ellyson about their collective, Grizzly Grizzly, in the 319 N. 11th St. hub, alive with 5 arts collectives, and lots of experimental art and curating.]]> 11:42 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/11/tim-mcfarlane-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:06:23 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=24325 Roberta and Libby interview painter Tim McFarlane in this 14-minute podcast for ArtBlog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview painter Tim McFarlane in this 14-minute podcast for ArtBlog Radio.]]> 14:10 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/10/hannah-price-on-photographing-men-on-the-streets-in-philadelphia-a-new-podcast/ Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:59:27 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=24007 Roberta and Libby interview Hannah Price about catcalling and her latest photo series in this 10-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Hannah Price about catcalling and her latest photo series in this 10-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 10:20 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/10/zoe-strauss-on-what-matters-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:40:39 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=23792 Roberta and Libby interview Zoe Strauss in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Zoe Strauss in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:28 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/10/soft-spoken-andrew-jeffrey-wright-talks-stand-up-comedy-family-and-making-it-on-500-a-month/ Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:41:56 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=23607 Libby and Roberta speak with Andrew Jeffrey Wright, founding member of Space 1026! It's a great talk, 16 and a half minutes long.]]> Libby and Roberta speak with Andrew Jeffrey Wright, founding member of Space 1026! It's a great talk, 16 and a half minutes long.]]> 16:32 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/09/annette-monnier-talks-about-guilt-community-humor-and-values/ Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:57:09 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=23341 Roberta and Libby interview Annette Monnier in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Annette Monnier in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:26 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/09/new-podcast-icas-ingrid-schaffner-on-curating-making-her-zine-pink-and-working-with-artists/ Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:37:17 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=23050 Ingrid Schaffner, ICA’s Senior Curator, has been with the Institute for ten years, and in that time she’s created many great exhibitions. Schaffner has a an easy smile, a ready laugh, and an interest in the absurd, from Dali and Dada to more contemporary artists like Richard Artschwager, for whom she worked as an archivist, pre-Philadelphia. […]]]> Ingrid Schaffner, ICA’s Senior Curator, has been with the Institute for ten years, and in that time she’s created many great exhibitions. Schaffner has a an easy smile, a ready laugh, and an interest in the absurd, from Dali and Dada to more contemporary artists like Richard Artschwager, for whom she worked as an archivist, pre-Philadelphia. […]]]> 15:40 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/08/matt-savitsky-hits-the-road-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:12:52 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=22795 Performance artist Matt Savitsky moves to California for graduate school, leaving behind some sculptures and a lot of memories of good times (and other times).]]> Performance artist Matt Savitsky moves to California for graduate school, leaving behind some sculptures and a lot of memories of good times (and other times).]]> 13:52 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/08/new-podcast-jordan-griska-talks-about-sculpture-community-and-ebay/ Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:49:18 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=22510 Roberta and Libby interview Jordan Griska in this 14-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Jordan Griska in this 14-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 13:36 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/07/new-podcast-joe-leroux-and-stacey-lee-webber-from-madison-to-port-richmond-and-why-they-love-it-here/ Mon, 25 Jul 2011 10:43:40 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=22259 Roberta and Libby interview Joe Leroux and Stacey Lee Webber in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Joe Leroux and Stacey Lee Webber in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:20 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/07/the-unstoppable-amber-dorko-stopper-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 11 Jul 2011 13:10:53 +0000 Libby and Roberta, Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=21979 Roberta and Libby interview Amber Dorko Stopper in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Amber Dorko Stopper in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:31 Libby and Roberta, Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/06/tyler-kline-from-skateboarding-to-art-with-viscera-a-new-podcast/ Mon, 27 Jun 2011 10:10:59 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=21748 Roberta and Libby interview Tyler Kline in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Tyler Kline in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:29 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/06/amir-lyles-finds-his-own-route-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 13 Jun 2011 10:19:52 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=21385 Roberta and Libby interview Amir Lyles in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Amir Lyles in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 12:55 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/05/new-podcast-susan-myers-on-art-beauty-and-thrift-shopping/ Mon, 30 May 2011 11:43:34 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=21091 Roberta and Libby interview Susan Myers in this 11-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Susan Myers in this 11-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 10:55 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/05/deep-thoughts-at-extra-extra-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 16 May 2011 03:24:51 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=20684 Roberta and Libby interview Derek Frech, Joe Lacina and Daniel Wallace of Extra Extra gallery in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Derek Frech, Joe Lacina and Daniel Wallace of Extra Extra gallery in this 13-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 13:22 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/05/new-podcast-claes-gabriel-on-creating-a-tribe-of-totems/ Mon, 02 May 2011 11:53:15 +0000 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/?p=20441 Claes Gabriel (Claes is pronounced "Clays") makes bright-colored totemic shapes from stretched canvas over wood armatures.  The works show the artist's attention to detail in crafting and painting.  The artist, who was born in Port au Prince, Haiti in 1977  is not making "black art" but rather painting his feelings, he says.  He's the son of a famous Haitian artist, Jacques Gabriel, and yes, he was named after Claes Oldenburg.  Claes came to the US in 1989 and studied at Maryland Institute College of Art (BFA 1999) and while right now he's in Philadelphia, his long-range plans involve living in Europe.]]> Claes Gabriel (Claes is pronounced "Clays") makes bright-colored totemic shapes from stretched canvas over wood armatures.  The works show the artist's attention to detail in crafting and painting.  The artist, who was born in Port au Prince, Haiti in 1977  is not making "black art" but rather painting his feelings, he says.  He's the son of a famous Haitian artist, Jacques Gabriel, and yes, he was named after Claes Oldenburg.  Claes came to the US in 1989 and studied at Maryland Institute College of Art (BFA 1999) and while right now he's in Philadelphia, his long-range plans involve living in Europe.]]> 15:32 Artblog https://www.theartblog.org/2011/04/michael-konrad-reinvents-a-broken-society-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:50:24 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=20197 10:31 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/04/jennie-thwing-on-artblog-radio-a-new-podcast/ Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:28:56 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=19877 This episode of Artblog Radio sponsored by Locks Gallery Jennie Thwing‘s whimsical stop-action animations have tickled our visual funnybone for years — at the same time that they’ve made us think about issues like the environment and our culture of waste.  The artist and educator (she teaches at Rowan University in New Jersey) is also […]]]> This episode of Artblog Radio sponsored by Locks Gallery Jennie Thwing‘s whimsical stop-action animations have tickled our visual funnybone for years — at the same time that they’ve made us think about issues like the environment and our culture of waste.  The artist and educator (she teaches at Rowan University in New Jersey) is also […]]]> 12:51 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/03/carl-marin-moby-dick-and-the-end-of-hunting-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 21 Mar 2011 07:46:38 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=19627 Roberta and Libby interview Carl Marin in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Carl Marin in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 11:43 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/03/jill-and-sheldon-bonovitz-on-collecting-new-podcast/ Mon, 07 Mar 2011 11:23:42 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=19189 Our series sponsor is Fleisher Art Memorial. Locks Gallery is our episode sponsor. Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz have amassed an extraordinary art collection of work by self-taught artists like James Castle, Martin Ramirez, William Edmondson and many more. The Bonovitzes — Jill is a respected ceramic artist and Sheldon Bonovitz is a lawyer and emeritus […]]]> Our series sponsor is Fleisher Art Memorial. Locks Gallery is our episode sponsor. Jill and Sheldon Bonovitz have amassed an extraordinary art collection of work by self-taught artists like James Castle, Martin Ramirez, William Edmondson and many more. The Bonovitzes — Jill is a respected ceramic artist and Sheldon Bonovitz is a lawyer and emeritus […]]]> 15:01 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/02/amze-emmons-shaky-cityscapes-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:10:31 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=19033 Libby and Roberta talk with artist/printmaker/educator, Amze Emmons, about the 50-artist exhibition he organized at Space 1026, called Refugee Reading Room. We find his works, which show depopulated and downtrodden urban spaces drenched in pastel shades suitable for Valentine's Day "I love you" hearts to be more pertinent each day. The 12-minute podcast will fly by with all the amazing, smart things Amze says.]]> Libby and Roberta talk with artist/printmaker/educator, Amze Emmons, about the 50-artist exhibition he organized at Space 1026, called Refugee Reading Room. We find his works, which show depopulated and downtrodden urban spaces drenched in pastel shades suitable for Valentine's Day "I love you" hearts to be more pertinent each day. The 12-minute podcast will fly by with all the amazing, smart things Amze says.]]> 12:36 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/02/daniel-traub-on-the-interstices-artblog-radio-interview/ Mon, 14 Feb 2011 05:00:36 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=18857 Roberta and Libby interview photographer Daniel Traub in this 14-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview photographer Daniel Traub in this 14-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 13:49 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/02/are-you-missing-artblog-radio/ Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:25:17 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=18826 We realize some of you don’t read the blog on Mondays. If that’s the case here’s what you’ve been missing–really great podcast interviews of 10 to 15 minutes with some of Philadelphia’s exciting art people. They have talked to us about public art and they’ve talked to us about race in art. They’ve discussed print […]]]> We realize some of you don’t read the blog on Mondays. If that’s the case here’s what you’ve been missing–really great podcast interviews of 10 to 15 minutes with some of Philadelphia’s exciting art people. They have talked to us about public art and they’ve talked to us about race in art. They’ve discussed print […]]]> Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/02/the-real-jayson-scott-musson-speaks-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 07 Feb 2011 17:46:36 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=18778 Jayson Musson talks with Libby and Roberta about his viral videos on YouTube, featuring his snarky Hip Hop alter-ego, Hennessy Youngman; about his rap band, Plastic Little, and about making art about race and power in an art world dominated mostly by white men. The interview is 13:43 minutes long.]]> Jayson Musson talks with Libby and Roberta about his viral videos on YouTube, featuring his snarky Hip Hop alter-ego, Hennessy Youngman; about his rap band, Plastic Little, and about making art about race and power in an art world dominated mostly by white men. The interview is 13:43 minutes long.]]> 13:44 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/01/leah-bailis-on-film-and-longing-an-artblog-radio-interview/ Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:15:59 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=18408 Roberta and Libby interview Leah Bailis in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Leah Bailis in this 12-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 11:53 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2011/01/angel-o-is-there-life-after-art-school/ Mon, 10 Jan 2011 02:37:42 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=18245 10:15 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/12/landscape-in-life-and-second-life-kristen-taylor-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 20 Dec 2010 12:36:51 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=17948 Kristen Neville Taylor talks about her glass art, which references digital technology. She also curated a show "Landscape Techne" which presents technology-influenced or tech-immersed landscapes. Taylor is a co-founder of Little Berlin, and she talks about creating that community and why she felt the need for it.]]> Kristen Neville Taylor talks about her glass art, which references digital technology. She also curated a show "Landscape Techne" which presents technology-influenced or tech-immersed landscapes. Taylor is a co-founder of Little Berlin, and she talks about creating that community and why she felt the need for it.]]> 13:19 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/12/young-artists-rediscover-prints-john-caperton-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 06 Dec 2010 06:44:11 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=17655 Roberta and Libby interview John Caperton in this 10-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview John Caperton in this 10-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 10:32 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/11/machete-and-possible-press-zine-publishers-talk-about-why-and-how/ Mon, 22 Nov 2010 06:10:26 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=17396 Roberta and Libby interview Rachel and Trevor Reese of Possible Press as well as David Dempewolf and Yuka Yokayama of Machete in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Rachel and Trevor Reese of Possible Press as well as David Dempewolf and Yuka Yokayama of Machete in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:17 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/11/man-bartlett-talks-about-24-hours-in-best-buy-obsessive-drawings-and-twitter/ Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:48:11 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=17137 Roberta and Libby interview Man Bartlett in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Man Bartlett in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 14:17 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/10/artblog-radio-gets-a-grant-from-j-lab/ Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:15:00 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16885 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/10/leslie-rogers-on-performance-art-now-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:40:49 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16781 Libby and Roberta speak with performance artist and puppeteer Leslie Rogers in this 12-minute podcast interview.]]> Libby and Roberta speak with performance artist and puppeteer Leslie Rogers in this 12-minute podcast interview.]]> 13:26 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/10/dennis-scholl-on-the-knight-arts-challenge-for-philadelphia-now-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 18 Oct 2010 06:08:16 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16638 Roberta and Libby interview Dennis Scholl in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Dennis Scholl in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 15:36 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/10/diedra-krieger-on-artblog-radio-plastic-fantastic-and-the-other-diedra/ Mon, 11 Oct 2010 04:16:57 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16515 Diedra Krieger is an artist whose work merges public art and science, especially when it comes to sustainability and the environment. This 9-minute audio podcast was recorded in Chinatown at Vietnam Palace restaurant. ]]> Diedra Krieger is an artist whose work merges public art and science, especially when it comes to sustainability and the environment. This 9-minute audio podcast was recorded in Chinatown at Vietnam Palace restaurant. ]]> 9:03 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/09/dufala-brothers-on-artblog-radio-collaboration-rivalry-and-making-things/ Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:30:40 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16326 In September, 2010, Libby and Roberta visited Steven and Billy Dufala in Steven's studio in the 319 N. 11th St. building. In a wide ranging (and quite humorous) talk, the brothers talk about their separate and joined art-making; about growing up "free range" with lots of imaginative play in their South New Jersey home. They talk about competition and collaboration and their history of making music. The interview is 14:19 minutes in length.]]> In September, 2010, Libby and Roberta visited Steven and Billy Dufala in Steven's studio in the 319 N. 11th St. building. In a wide ranging (and quite humorous) talk, the brothers talk about their separate and joined art-making; about growing up "free range" with lots of imaginative play in their South New Jersey home. They talk about competition and collaboration and their history of making music. The interview is 14:19 minutes in length.]]> 14:19 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/09/bob-cozzolino-and-sid-sachs-discuss-public-art-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 13 Sep 2010 07:58:00 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=16044 Roberta and Libby interview curators Bob Cozzolino of PAFA and Sid Sachs of Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery of the University of the Arts about Philadelphia's murals in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio. ]]> Roberta and Libby interview curators Bob Cozzolino of PAFA and Sid Sachs of Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery of the University of the Arts about Philadelphia's murals in this 15-minute podcast for Artblog Radio. ]]> 15:15 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/08/sande-webster-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:45:02 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=15771 Libby and Roberta interview gallery owner and artists' advocate, Sande Webster, whose eponymous gallery is home to many of the city's top African American artists.]]> Libby and Roberta interview gallery owner and artists' advocate, Sande Webster, whose eponymous gallery is home to many of the city's top African American artists.]]> 14:33 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/08/jong-kyu-kim-on-artblog-radio/ Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:51:59 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=15585 Roberta and Libby interview Dave Kyu in this 11-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> Roberta and Libby interview Dave Kyu in this 11-minute podcast for Artblog Radio.]]> 11:40 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/2010/08/artblog-radio-powhida-and-dalton/ Mon, 02 Aug 2010 13:26:24 +0000 Libby and Roberta https://www.theartblog.org/?p=15203 William Powhida and Jennifer Dalton were in town to jury the Vox Populi annual in July, 2018. They sat down with Libby and Roberta to discuss jurying the show (the first time either of them had undertaken a jurying gig) and what they were looking for (the unusual, the otherworldly, things they hadn't seen before.) The episode was recorded in July, 2018 at Vietnam Restaurant. It runs 13:33 minutes long.]]> William Powhida and Jennifer Dalton were in town to jury the Vox Populi annual in July, 2018. They sat down with Libby and Roberta to discuss jurying the show (the first time either of them had undertaken a jurying gig) and what they were looking for (the unusual, the otherworldly, things they hadn't seen before.) The episode was recorded in July, 2018 at Vietnam Restaurant. It runs 13:33 minutes long.]]> 13:33 Libby and Roberta