ArtMoves-The Podcast

Creative capacity can extend beyond the production of compelling art.  Case in point: Elise Gagliardi has found passion and talent in the worlds of art curation and gallery operations, and now she has expanded on this by becoming the director of the new ION Gallery in Kansas City. All while balancing her own art career … Read More Read More

Meet the new executive director of The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art in Kansas City, Jessica May. What a joy to find that she is a bright, creative, and down-to-earth leader who is poised to help the museum reach a fuller potential. Building on its already strong foundation, Jessica brings fresh eyes and inspiring ideas … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 16 – museum director Jessica May →

The accidental artist… The road to Mikey Yates' discovery of his own creative talent & passion is winding, but the art world is a better place for him having arrived. In this episode we hear about his muses, his artistic philosophy, and some timely support he has received along the way.  Plus, he provides great … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 15 – artist Mikey Yates →

First thoughts of internationally acclaimed artist Amir Fallah are of a talented creator who has “made it” in the art world.  But did he really get his first big exhibition break right here in Kansas City? In this ArtMoves podcast episode, Amir shares his sage thoughts ranging from impressions of the art scene in the … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 14 – artist Amir Fallah →

What makes an art collector tick? In this episode we have a great conversation with down-to-earth Matt Strange. He and his wife Mandi have built a wonderful visual art collection. And here Matt shares his insights on motivation, the value of focusing, and the impact of exposing children to art at an early age. Listen … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 13 – art collector Matt Strange →

In this episode, we speak with artist, curator, and champion of the immigrant experience, Kiki Serna.  Listen along, as she so eloquently immerses us into her world, both with her poignant art and her thought-provoking words. Leaving other jobs, she has now taken a leap of faith to focus just on her art, and she's … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 12 – artist and curator Kiki Serna →

Always having had a penchant for teaching, Kevin Demery has chosen Kansas City as his home base for serving both as a skilled arts-educator, and as a talented artist in his own right. Hear the stories of his powerfully engaging artwork, and his fresh thoughts on the benefits of being an artist in the Midwest.  … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 11 – artist and educator Kevin Demery →

New to town, Kaitlyn B. Jones brings with her a vitality and purpose that are energizing just to listen to!  Hear about her role at the Mid-America Arts Alliance, and her trajectory as a collaborative artist and curator.  Some of her clever work will open our eyes, and minds.

A beacon of hope and quiet strength is what you might call Glenn North.  Or… lauded poet, community leader, facilitator and curator of the arts, and an artist in his own right…. the list goes on for this man of many talents. So how fortunate it is that ArtMoves was able to spend time with him. … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 9 – Artist, Curator, and Poet Glenn North →

Want to meet an artist who has her eye on the bigger picture? Here she is… Brittany Noriega.In this episode, Brittany tells us not only about her path to becoming the creator of beautiful artwork, but also her current assessment of the local visual art scene, and her ideas for its future. Plus, we learn … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 8 – artist Brittany Noriega →

Multi-talented artist and professor Yoonmi Nam exemplifies the robust art education available in the Midwest. Was it serendipity that brought her to this region?  Plus, her story of the mid-career expansion of her artistic skills to another medium is an inspiring one, as she illustrates how even the instructor can become a student again.

Listen as we interview talented fiber and textile artist Debra Smith, who shares many stories and candid insights about her path to this point.  These will resonate not only with artists at any stage of their careers, but also with the rest of us who are interested to hear some engaging life lessons.

Only a year into her new post as Executive Director and Chief Curator at the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art at JCCC in Overland Park, KS, JoAnne Northrup is already accomplishing great things, and inspires us to take a fresh look at the Nerman. Listen in to hear her thoughts, and to find out what's … Continue reading ArtMoves Podcast 5 – museum director and curator JoAnne Northrup →