Kaupapa Podcasts

In this episode, Caroline interviews Lorraine Hynes about her oil paintings. They discuss Lorraine's start in the decorative arts, her love for painting antique items, and the love for color.

In this episode, Ashton interviews Diane Tierney about her jewelry designs. They discuss Diane's use of sea glass in her jewelry designs as well as her varied background in making and creating.

In this episode, Julia interviews Candle Maker Felicia Araujo about her sustainably made candles.

In this episode, Julia interviews Jewelry artist Joanna Craig about her polymer clay jewelry and accessories, love of nature, and the challenges of a small business

In this episode, Caroline interviews Audrey and Carolyn about their brand Urbandudz. They discuss how their textiles contain social messages and their goal of inspiring humanity.

In this episode, Julia interviews Ceramicist Wendy Goldsmith about her functional ceramics, bird watching and her artistic journey of 30 years.

In this episode, Justin interviews painter, potter, and textile artist Christine Herron about her path to art growing up, her experiences at RISD, and running a buisness. She now teaches classes at South County Art Association, while continuing to dabble in a plethora of other artistic mediums.

In this episode, Caroline interviews Bill and Lisa Isaksen, who own and operate Right Angle Woodshop in Rhode Island. Some things they discuss are how they began their small business, Bill's longtime interest in woodcrafting, and Lisa's appreciation for the maker community.

In this episode, Justin interviews Rhode Island artist Lil DePietro. They discuss her experience with jewelery and her expertise with the Viking knit.

In this episode, Justin interviews Rhode Island artist Brijette Marie. They discuss her journey with jewerly and metalsmithing.

In this episode, Justin interviews artist Reggie Linsao. They discuss his journey with photography and his creative process.

In this episode, Caroline interviews artist Michael Pekala. They discuss his upholstery fabric paintings and how they came about, as well as Michael's journey through a variety of other visual art styles.

In this episode, Caroline interviews foraged artist Rebecca Reddy. They discuss Rebecca's use of botanical and natural materials to create artistic scenes and her natural light photography of her work.

In this episode, Caroline interviews visual artist Occipital. They discuss Occipital's use of body language and emotion, the origins of Occipital's art style, and the themes in Occipital's work.

In this episode, Caroline interviews photographer Terry Lee Cafferty. They discuss her work in natural light photography of children and families. Terry shares how her lifelong dream of becoming a greeting card designer came true in 2020.

In this episode, Sofia interviews Joy Arnold.

In this episode, Sofia interviews Catherine Greatorex about her artistic background and journey and what led her to begin creating her earrings today.

In this episode, Caroline interviews Christine Cameron about her unexpected journey to indie yarn dyeing. She talks about how she sources her yarns and how her job as a scientist influences her art.

In this episode, Caroline interviews David Bird about his creative process of making and photographing Becorns. He describes the challenges of photographing with real animals and how childhood wonder inspires his art.

In this episode, Caroline talks with Pam Sammartino about her acrylic painting, her artistic background, and where she gets inspiration.

In this episode, Sofia talks with photographer Armin Kosoki about his artistic journey to becoming a photographer.

In this episode, Sofia talks with equestrian designer and co-creator of Forza-Cavallo about s her artistic journey and the creation of her business.

In this episode, Caroline talks with Rhode Island jewelry designer Marilyn Salvatore about her love of metalsmithing and the joy of creating. Marilyn discusses her training in theatrical costume design, her artistic childhood, and the human need for creative expression.

In this episode, Aya interviews Tracey about her love of photography, New England, and vintage finds. She discusses how she became known for bicycles and how she often creates with smaller momento pieces.

In this episode, Sofia interviews Marcella about her story and work as an equestrian designer and her company, Forza-Cavallo.

Fluid artist Stacey Forbes shares her story and passion for acrylic art pouring.

In this episode, Caroline interviews Rina Shah. They discuss how creativity comes from many sources and the risks that come with striking out on your own.

In this episode, Rhode Island photographer and graphic designer Regina Hogan talks about her creative journey combining commercial art and fine art and her work with digital illustration. She shares who inspired her artistic pursuit, her love for symmetrical scenes, and a touching story about a human connection made through her art.

In this episode, Rhode Island jewelry designer Kat Myers talks about how her friends inspired her craft. Kat shares the obstacles she has faced in pursuit of art and embracing the struggling artist stereotype.

Jewelry Designer Peshah Galen discusses her pursuit of making jewelry and the creation of her business: 12:13 Jewelry.

In this episode, we interview Carla O'Rourke.

In this episode, Jill interviews Peter Mack. They discuss Peter's career, Conneticut, and the quality allows people to make it in the arts: not giving up.

In this episode, Maggie interviews Mary Beth. They discuss Mary Beth's love of the ocean and the legend of "mermaid tears" that inspired Mermaid Tears by MB.

In this episode, Aya interviews Colleen Spofford. They discuss Colleen's move from retail to pursuing art full time in retirement and how handmade art is irreplacable.

In this episode, Tatum interviews Jennifer Martirano. Jennifer talks about her photography and paintings and looking at the world for inspiration to create.

In this episode, Jill interviews Boyd Totin. They discuss teaching and the draw of being a multidisciplinary artist.

In this episode, Aya interviews Tracy and Jorge. They discuss how they collaborate on their handmade home decor business.

In this episode, Aya interviews Sharon D. Eisman. They talk about Sharon's eclectic art style, calligraphy, and mixed media art.

In this episode, Bella interviews Rebecca Roberts. They discuss Becky's time working as a secretary and her gut feeling that it is the right time to pursue art full time.

In this episode, Bella interviews Ozlem Aksoy. Ozlem talks about her photography and paintings.

In this episode, Nick interviews Elinor Thompson about her career as a teacher and the types of art she is pursuing in retirement.

In this episode, Aya interviews Lori Jeremiah. Lori talks about her pastel and watercolor artwork and how the changing beauty of nature inspires her creativity.

In this episode, Jill interviews Cindy. Cindy tells us about her interest in color, line, pattern, and atmosphere.

In this episode, Bella interviews Meagan Silk. Meagan talks about how she started painting with watercolor after leaving the restaurant industry in NYC.

In this episode, Jill interviews Sharon Estes about her two art styles--one with white outlines and one with black outlines. She creates art that has good energy and is happy.

In this episode, Jill interviews Lindsey Epstein. Lindsey talks about her three loves: art, horses, and gardening as well as how putting yourself out there is an important part of being an artist.

In this episode, we interview Jillian Kelshaw. Jillian is a pop portrait artist from Rhode Island. . .

In this episode, we interview Andrew Nasser . . .

In this episode, we interview Ohanga Featured Creative: Michele Armitano. Michele is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island.

In this episode, Jill interviews Ohanga featured artist: Robert Chas. Robert is a watercolorist based in Matunuck, RI. Robert's web site is Robert Chase Gallery. With Robert's own words "Watercolor painting to me is a beautiful way to capture people and places at a particular place in time and being able to share it with others. My interest is in painting people and places doing everyday things; swimming, boating, fishing, wildlife habitats with a “paintbrush of color”! If I can make one person smile and feel that living here in southern New England is a blessing….for everywhere I look there are wonderful sights to see and paint…then my art holds meaning."

In this episode, Aya interviews Ohanga featured artist: Jeannie Folk. Jeannie wears many hats: accountant, professor, writer, coach, etc. Jeannie is a also mixed media artist. Her seashell wreath is stunning and fit for all seasons in your house. Jeannie lives in Rhode Island.