Artists at Work

Julia Torres Barden is a photographer, journalist, and advocate. A survivor of trauma, she has spent her life learning to embody a spirit of resilience, and how best to advocate for others who’ve had similar experiences.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Trace Wilson is a children's author, public speaker, model, actor, and marketing and advertising professional who was born with one hand. As the "Bionic Author," Wilson shares with his young audiences the message of embracing what makes them unique.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Noah Scalin is a visual artist based in Richmond, Virginia. Best known for his viral blog “Skull a Day,” he produces work for shows and galleries and teaches workshops on the creative process.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.

Bill Martin is the Executive Director of The Valentine in Richmond, Virginia. He works to translate The Valentine's archives—from photographs to clothing to papers and more—into complex and compelling narratives about the city.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.

Princess Johnson is the Founding Director of Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet in Greensboro, North Carolina. As a teacher, dancer, and choreographer, she inspires movement in her colleagues, students, and children throughout Greensboro.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Carol Piersol is the Artistic Director of 5th Wall Theatre in Richmond, Virginia. In her career and in the work she produces, she searches for truths about humanity and acts from her gut instincts.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Sign up for news and updates about Artists at Work. Support our show by becoming an Artist at Work Patron.Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Quilla (Anna Luisa Daigneault) is a vocalist, songwriter, producer, and linguistic anthropologist. She weaves her love of music, language, and visual aesthetics to define her musical identity. Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Terry Menefee Gau, a multi-hyphenate artist and Director of Programs and Outreach for CultureWorks Richmond and ArtoberVA, advocates for arts and culture in the Richmond region, using her capacity for storytelling and connecting people to help build her cultural community.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

As a performer, conductor, and administrator, Music Director Dmitry Sitkovetsky of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra manages a variety of responsibilities, all while maintaining the focus needed to produce orchestral magic from the podium.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Artists at Work is a podcast from Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.

Preston Lane is the Founding Artistic Director of Triad Stage, a regional theater in Greensboro, North Carolina. Along with Founding Managing Director Rich Whittington, he is responsible for guiding Triad Stage's mission, programming, and operations to build a community-responsive theater.Hosted and produced by Thomas Breeden. Production help this episode from Kaylie Campbell and Meredith Mank.Artists at Work is produced by Artstitution, which is dedicated to building the arts through storytelling. Learn more at artstitution.org.