Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast

Join us on a guided tour through "Limitless," a groundbreaking art exhibit by Leah Smithson at the historic Hotel Figueroa in Los Angeles. This immersive experience blends traditional paintings with cutting-edge augmented reality, creating a portal to celebrate the achievements of visionary women who have shaped our world.  Here, you'll be inspired by the stories of these remarkable innovators and discover how art and technology can combine to tell powerful narratives.Hotel Figueroa 2024 Featured Artist: Leah Smithson | Hotel Figueroa  NEW MUSEUMhttps://www.newmuseum.org/NEW INChttps://www.newinc.org/Leah Smithson NEW INC memberhttps://www.newinc.org/year-10-members/leah-smithsonDEMO 2024 Leah Smithson Exhibit & TalkLeah Smithson (demofestival.org)Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningTrade Digital assets & Commoditieshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show Support the Show.

Jewelry for trucks, sculpting the unconscious mind, and the sculpture you can drink from.  Join us thru our conversation & journey thru NADA Art Fair 2022. Raymund Bulman (Vickie Vainionpää)The Hole Galleryhttps://thehole.com/Instagram@theholenycFranco Calvaresi (Daniel Basso)Calvaresi Galleryhttps://www.calvaresicontemporaneo.com/ Instagram@calvaresicontemporaneo@danibassosILY2 (Sol Hashemi)https://shop.ily2online.com/Instaram@ily2.ily2@sol.hashemiNorthern-Southern (Laura Lit)https://northern-southern.com/Instagram@northernsouthern@lauralitartNEW MUSEUMhttps://www.newmuseum.org/NEW INChttps://www.newinc.org/Leah Smithson NEW INC memberhttps://www.newinc.org/year-10-members/leah-smithsonFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningTrade Digital assets & Commoditieshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the showSupport the show

How can tiny little pieces of paper become a superpower? From the depths of a drug-induced mental illness to the heights of sobriety and success as a foundational pillar of Wynwood Walls, a Street Art cultural center in Miami, listen as Artist Peter Tunney allows us to peek into his mind and heart filled with gratitude. References:Peter Tunney's Website:https://petertunneyart.com/Instagram:@petertunneyWynwood Wallshttps://thewynwoodwalls.com/NEW MUSEUMhttps://www.newmuseum.org/NEW INChttps://www.newinc.org/Leah Smithson NEW INC memberhttps://www.newinc.org/year-10-members/leah-smithsonFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningTrade Digital assets & Commoditieshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the showSupport the show

Join us on an enchanting journey live through Design Miami. From the mesmerizing "Moss People" by Kim Simonsson to the welcoming embrace of the cozy creatures crafted by the talented Haas Brothers, this podcast episode takes you on a tour of some of the most captivating works on display at Design Miami 2022.We'll delve into the compelling stories behind these works, including three interviews recorded live at Design Miami. You'll learn about the inspiration for theses creations, the challenges faced in bringing them to life, and the meaning they hope these works will have for viewers.So whether you're a design enthusiast or simply looking for a way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this episode is sure to transport you to another world. This is episode 36 of Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast. You can view the video on Youtube.Youtube:https://youtu.be/OAfrvx1Fa-oFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

Why is this Art so weird?  The answer might surprise you.  Many artists bury a treasure of stories in their art.  Come with us to discover a few we found at Art Basel Miami Beach 2022. This is episode 35 of Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast. You can view the video on Youtube.Youtube:https://youtu.be/GNtD9QoIzrsFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

Less crime, closer community & better economy...this isn't a wish list but statistics revealed these are the actual side effects of public art as experienced by the South Park neighborhood in downtown Los Angeles during the Luminex event.  How is this possible?  Listen as the Executive Director of the South Park BID, Ellen Riotto, shares stories of South Park's experience of Luminex 2022 and other Public Art installations.References:South Park BIDsouthpark.laLuminexhttps://luminexla.comYoutube of Luminex 2022Luminex2022Jane Golden's Interviewhttps://clss.studio/blogs/vessel-art-as-a-doorway/jane-golden-art-as-an-antidoteFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

What problems?  Learn how the Street Artist, Curator, Entrepreneur  & Teacher, ManOne's history as a graffiti artist has shaped his perspective, leading to innovative uses of art as a problem solver in Los Angeles  and beyond. References-www.ManOne.comInstgram-@ManOneArtTwitter@ManOneArtFacebook@ManOne-linktr.ee/manoneartInterview with Jane GoldenJane Golden: Art as an Antidote Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

Imagine an Artist creating a painting of a landscape that allows viewers to teleport themselves into it.  When entering you notice each section within the landscape brings you into different rooms owned by a community of creators.  Rania & Rashid Ajami have created this type of environment in their new project: Metropolis World.  Listen in as we talk about this new metaverse, it's interoperability, their partnerships with Steve Aoki, Tokimonsta, us here at CLSS.Studio, The Flare Networks and a host of other partners/citizens who are pioneering their platform.References:https://metropolisworld.ioTwitter:@metropolisworldRania AjamiTwitter:@TheRaniaAjamiRashid AjamiTwitter:@RashidAjamiFlare Networks:https://flare.xyzLeah Smithson at Luminexhttps://luminexla.com/artists-202A Unique Partner code is:  vessel798Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

Blockchain technology has been around for well over a decade but 70% of people involved in it have only come to know about it since 2021. Why now? Art. Listen in to our conversation with Ryan Hertel of Expoverse and discover how the blockchain tech companies that are partnering with artists & creatives have benefited by leveraging art as a way to draw curiosity, educate, inspire innovation, & build communities with the goal of moving the world towards a hopeful mass adoption of these technologies. References:ExpoverseWebsitegoexpoverse.comInstagram:@goexpoverse Twitter:@goexpoverse Ryan HertelInstagram:@ryankhertelTwitter:@ryankhertelLunar NFTs'https://lunar.ioInterview with Jason Brink of Gala Gameshttps://clss.studio/blogs/vessel-art-as-a-doorway/jason-brink-the-effects-of-art-gaming-in-blockchain-technologyKing Solomon on The Internet of Value:https://youtu.be/9s3uYSxLfqADecentralized Futures by Capgeminihttps://prod.ucwe.capgemini.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Decentralized_Futures_Web-locked-1.pdfFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show

We were invited to Frieze Art Fair in Los Angeles this year. While talking to they many curators, gallerists and collectors, we noticed most didn't realize the many benefits they received exploring the art there, so we are discussing 3 of them…and yes, it's backed by science. ReferencesWhite Cubewhitecube.comMassimodecarloBrian Rocheforthttps://www.massimodecarlo.com/artist/141/biography/personal/rob-brian-rochefortZachary Korol-GoldGARDENwww.grdn.laBel AmiBen Sakoguchiwww.belami.infoGatto Pardowww.gattopardo.laRoberts ProjectsRobertsprojectsla.comBuilding the Metaverse hosted by Dezeen Magazine at NeueHouseRefik AnadolMimi Zeiger Liam YoungSpace Popular (Fredrik Heilberg & Lara Lesmes)https://www.dezeen.com/eventsguide/2022/02/building-the-metaverse/6 Scientific Benefits of Art written by Anna Curtiushttps://www.annacurtius.com/blog/6-scientifically-proven-benefits-of-artSupport the show

Many people say the DNA of Los Angeles is recorded in it's murals, but what a lot of people don't realize is that mural creation on private property was essentially outlawed in 2002. What kept it from dying out? The story of how it was saved may surprise you.  Listen to Isabel Rojas-Williams, the art historian who was the director of the mural conservatory of Los Angeles tell the story of how she came to be in the center of saving this important cultural art practice in Los Angeles. Instagram@isabelrojaswilliamsReferencesJane Golden: Art as an AntidoteArtist's Guide to Public Art: How to Find and Win Commissions: Lynn BasaFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://uphold.com/signup?referral=d8b2d5cb89Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

World renowned ceramist Eric  Landon—many may know him as "Tortus" on Instagram—addresses the subject of consent & boundaries.  We also discuss how he applies the same precision he uses in his ceramic design with his style of teaching as an artistic expression. References Website:https://tortuscopenhagen.bigcartel.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/tortus/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://apps.apple.com/app/bitrue/id1435877386Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

 The journey of art collection  is a very personal journey.  You'll love listening to Dr. Chiara Seidl as she describes her fascinating curatorial process using research & discovery not only with museums, but also to help her clients discover the art & artist they'll build strong connections with. We also discuss how those choices are writing & redefining the future of  art history & what future historians will say about us.References www.csartpartners.com Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/csartpartners/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://apps.apple.com/app/bitrue/id1435877386Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

We had the honor of being interviewed by Ben on Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast.  We talk about how we combine our murals, artwork and ceramics with new media like blockchain and NFTs at CLSS Studio.  Here's a repost of his interview with us on his show.ReferenceTales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast www.talesofaredclayrambler.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/carterpottery/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://apps.apple.com/app/bitrue/id1435877386Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Listen in to this interview with Kelli Fontana as she explains how she creates Powerful Spaces balancing the synergy of design, art & you.References:Websitehttps://www.fountart.comArtist Represented by Fount Art Textile:Vesna Vrdoljak:  @vesnavrdoljakCharles Simmonds: @charlessimmondsRaphaële Anfré: @raphaele_eleSonia Laudet: @sonialaudetMathilde Steullet: @mathilde_stFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://apps.apple.com/app/bitrue/id1435877386Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Blockchain, NFTs’, Cryptocurrency, Gaming & Art: How have these and the idea of ‘Play’ impacted our minds and the economy. Listen in to this interview with Jason Brink the CMO of Gala Games as he simplifies our understanding of Blockchain technologies and how it relates to our everyday life. Referenceshttps://500px.com/p/crimsoncannonballHashmask: https://opensea.io/assets/0xc2c747e0f7004f9e8817db2ca4997657a7746928/14578Gala GamesPlayMirandus.comFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningEarn yield on digital assetshttps://apps.apple.com/app/bitrue/id1435877386Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

How can something like slime and Art create a feeling of release and inner joy? Listen to the heartwarming story of Brooklyn Museum Board member & art collector, Karen Robinovitz, as she tells us how she was moved to create a safe place for play by founding the Sloomoo Institute.References Www.Sloomooinstitute.Com Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/karenrobinovitz/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

What are some of the most passionate things you feel uncomfortable talking about in public? Listen in to this discussion with Phillippa Hughes as she discusses how she uses art to carefully sculpt meetings between people to discuss differences in a way that create a feeling of growth and exploration of ideas.Referenceshttps://vimeo.com/26751721https://vimeo.com/manage/26934060/Ted Xhttps://www.ted.com/talks/philippa_hughes_seeing_your_way_to_civil_discourseInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/philippahughes_/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Art improves healthcare. How so? Listen in as Diane Brown tells us how she curates world renowned artist to improve patient care. Referenceswww.rxart.netInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rxart/Ted Meyer's interview https://www.buzzsprout.com/844825/episodes/3706004Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

What does an independent art curator do? Listen to, Anais Camacho, a Miami native, as she tells us the origin story that moved her to fill a gap by producing art events & advocating for emerging artist.ReferencesWebsitewww.FAMEworldwide.comwww.FAMEmuseumofart.comYoutubewww.Youtube.com/CuratedbyAnaisFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Did you know that your Inner Critic is a Jerk? From speaking engagements at TED Ex & Pixar to writing children's books, listen in to this discussion with Danielle Krysa of The Jealous Curator to find out why.ReferencesNew bookHOW TO SPOT AN ARTIST - This Might Get MessyPodcast: ART FOR YOUR EAR (Season 5 started two weeks ago)Instagram: @thejealouscurator @daniellekrysaartFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

What are the benefits of collecting art you love, and where can you find these treasures that inspire you day to day? Tyrown Vincent owns over 900 works of Art. Listen in on our conversation with him as he explains the adventure and pleasure of art collecting, as well as how anyone can start a collection. ReferencesWebsite https://www.a-private-collection.com/Larry's List interview http://www.larryslist.com/artmarket/the-talks/a-private-collector-finding-a-niche-away-from-traditional-philanthropy/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/a_private_collection/YouTube https://youtu.be/-AMfShrRV08A Private Collection www.a-private.collection.comThe Frankfurt Experiece https://www.frankfurtexperience.art/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

What is it that makes something Art? If we find a show or exhibit strange, what does that mean? Listen in as Hamza Walker, Director of LAXART, tells us his experience with these subjects as a curator and the impact art can have on our mind. ReferencesRicky Swallow David Cardensky Doyle Lanehttps://www.laxart.org/aboutMade in LA 2016https://hammer.ucla.edu/made-in-la-2016Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/laxart/?hl=enFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

From the floors you walk on to the sofas you sit in, the aesthetics in your environment influence the way you feel. How can we leverage this? Listen in on our conversation with architectural designer Tammy Edmonds as we discuss how experienced artists & designers harness this power strategically to make us feel a certain way. References Web Links:www.tammyedmondsdesign.comwww.chesterinstall.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chester_interior_carpentry/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/tammyedmondsdesign/?hl=en Houzzhttps://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/tammy-edmonds-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~470535613Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Before these architectural students even think about designing for humans, they have to take these animals on as clients. Find out how a collaboration of artists, architects & scientists are now saving wildlife and endangered species. You'll enjoy listening in to this podcast with Nel Smit & Louise Wallis as they describe how they teach their students and the public to preserve their environment while creating artistic hotels for animals with takeout. ReferencesNel SmitMy Patch Book by Nel SmitGreening Australia https://www.greeningaustralia.org.au/projects/building-species-hotels/Louise WallisHow to Be an Explorer of the World: Portable Life Museum by Keri SmithUniversity of Tasmaniahttps://www.utas.eduFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

The spotted handfish in Tasmanian became critically endangered. You'll love listening to the fascinating experience of how artist Jane Bamford along with scientist and engineers at CSIRO collaborated to make art placed under water for this endangered species that lead to their survival. ReferencesWebsitewww.janebamford.comInstagram@janebamford_ceramicsWaterhouse Natural Science Art Prizewww.waterhouse.samuseum.sa.gov.auHandmark Gallery https://handmark.com.au/artist/jane-bamford/Garland Magazine https://garlandmag.com/article/holding-space-making-place/Brand Tasmania Video on ceramic work and Spotted Handfish conservation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFPDc_J_r0IAuthor- Nicole Gill – The Monthly Magazine https://www.themonthly.com.au/issue/2018/july/1530367200/nicole-gill/crafting-ceramic-habitat-handfish Rick Eaves -ABC News http://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-06-22/endangered-spotted-handfish-warm-to-artist-work-in-derwent-river/9890630ABC News article 9/ 2018 Annah Fromburg http://mobile.abc.net.au/news/2018-09-25/celebrations-at-spotted-handfish-artificial-habitat-success/10298020?pfmredir=smCSIRO blog https://blog.csiro.au/love-is-in-the-water-critically-endangered-handfish-embrace-art-new-ceramic-nests/Australian Ceramics podcast interview https://australianceramics.podbean.com/e/in-conversation-with-jane-bamford/ recorded at National ceramics TriennaleDesign Tasmania Award https://designtasmania.com.au/award/Australian National Maritime Museum - Signals Magazine quarterly https://issuu.com/anmmuseum/docs/signals131_spreadsFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Art can trigger a memory and emotion of an experience. Listen to collector and gallerist Om Bliecher as he discusses his experience of living with art & how he uses it to nurture a community.ReferencesOm Bliecherhttps://gestaltprojects.com/blogs/exhibits/endless-horizonInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/bggallery/Courtney Reid https://santamonica.bgartdealings.com/bg_artistgallery/courtney-reid/Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

From hobby potter to creating a community with his podcast highlighting down to earth principles about making. We thoroughly enjoyed our heart-to-heart discussion with Paul Blais of The Potter's Cast. References Steve Jobs's Tips for Hiring Your A-Teamhttps://www.entrepreneur.com/article/225093Paul Blaisinstagram.com/pdblaisThePottersCast.comFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Finding lost treasure in the form of stories, Joseph Morsman has been restoring the art and narrative of female artists that have been written out of history. You won't believe the tales he reveals in this episode of Vessel: Art as a Doorway. Referencespress release for the Moulton exhibition in San Clemente that has been extended through September 6, 2020American Art Review article re Something RevealedArtnet article Something Revealed https://news.artnet.com/exhibitions/california-women-artists-pasadena-exhibition-1464745Hyperallergenic article re Something Revealed exhibition.https://hyperallergic.com/485414/something-revealed-california-women-artists-emerge-1860-1960-at-pasadena-museum-of-history/ Emerging from the Shadows webpagehttps://emergingfromtheshadows.com/ Find us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Lowering crime, creating jobs, and unifying a fractured community? This art organization sounds more like a hero from a comic book. Your mind will be blown and your heart will melt as you hear how they accomplish this in our discussion with Jane Golden, Executive Director of the organization, Mural Arts, in Philadelphia.ReferencesJane Golden-Mural Arts Philadelphiahttp://www.muralarts.org/InstagramMural Arts of Philadelphia@muralartsTED Talk: Transforming a city, one mural at a time | Jane Goldenhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Rq4gOQAj_EFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

How can play lead to productivity while bringing jobs and cultural value to a community? See if you can find the answer from the brilliant Simon Haas of the Haas Brothers. References:Simon Haas http://www.thehaasbrothers.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thehaasbrothers/Lost Hills & The Haas Brothers' Microfreakshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFcbsh3ahdcMicrofreaks/ The Haas Brothers https://www.microfreaks.comBead Work in Cape Townhttps://youtu.be/dlZwWiEZlyQFind us online:Website:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Getting lost in an artwork can allow you to understand who you are and what you want in life. How? You will love hearing Benjamin Carter from "Tales of a Red Clay Rambler" Podcast experience with this.ReferencesMihaly Csikszentmihalyihttps://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20190204-how-to-find-your-flow-state-to-be-peak-creativeScientific America: What is the function of the various brainwaves?https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-is-the-function-of-t-1997-12-22/Benjamin Carter on "Tales of a Red Clay Rambler" (Interview with Isaac Scott)https://bit.ly/TRCRIsaacScottInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/carterpottery/Merchwww.talesofaredclayrambler.com/shopShopwww.carterpottery.com/shopCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Shaping the space we live/work in can affect not only our productivity but sense of well being. Listen and get some tips from art dealer Billy Gross as he tells us how he curates environments that soothe & inspire.Referenceshttps://www.history.com/topics/great-depression/artists-of-the-new-dealBilly Grosshttp://www.universallyunknown.com/liveInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/artconsultantbilly/https://www.instagram.com/bggallery/Upcoming shows for bG Gallery:http://www.santamonica.bgartdealings.com/bG Gallerywww.bgartdealings.comCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

It's the thing that envelopes you and gives you goose bumps in a movie but often you forget it's there. It can also be the thing that transports you to a different time and place in an instant. Brian Bender explains how he uses sound to transport us. The Potters Casthttp://thepotterscast.com/636ReferencesDavid Byrne in the NY Timeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/23/books/review/david-byrnes-how-music-works.htmlBrian BenderRainbow Blondehttps://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/bdbender/Jose Jameshttps://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/no-beginning-no-end-2Jose James' New Album Release!https://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/news/2020/6/3/jos-james-releases-when-they-see-usDeniz Cuylan of Bright and Guiltyhttps://www.rainbowblonderecords.com/artists/brightandguiltyhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/0Sv2KX0wo4QjAxSC3DdloK?si=3-UMPTg4QFyXWHc9OXM78QCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

How does an Artist use their studio as a laboratory to study our emotions. Listen in to this Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast as Randi Matushevitz explains how she uses art to explore the way we feel.ReferencesMarcel Just Carnegie Mellon Universityhttps://www.cmu.edu/ni/Where Art Comes from and Why? by Ellen Dissanayakehttps://www.amazon.com/Homo-Aestheticus-Where-Art-Comes/dp/0295974796Randi Matushevitz Websitewww.randimatushevitz.comYoutubehttps://youtu.be/RandiMatushevitzhttps://youtu.be/JYjDHV4rYHEInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/randimatushevitzart/?hl=enCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

From spaceships to ceramic vessels, how does designing + creating art with intention solve challenging problems while making life more enjoyable. In this Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast we interview the designer + potter Ana Henton to discuss this.Ana Hentonhttps://www.stilllifeceramics.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/still_life_ceramics/?hl=enCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Art is being used to create empathy in the hearts of Doctors. How? Meet Ted Meyer as he tells us how he does it on this episode of Vessel: Art as a Doorway.TED TALK https://www.tedmed.com/talks/show?id=620414Ted Meyerwww.tedmeyer.comwww.artandmed.comInstagram@tedmeyerartEmailartandmed@gmail.comCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Robots and Donuts to express humanity and a gateway to joyful memories – that's just some of the unexpected topics we discuss with Eric Joyner at Corey Helford Gallery in this fantastic interview. REFERENCES@rxburdenhttps://www.robertburden.comhttps://www.shipyardartists.com/?s=eric+joynerEric Joyner@eric_s_jhttps://ericjoyner.comCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

In this episode we interview art enthusiast and self-described "reluctant collector," Thomas Storesund. Here we discuss the meaning and joy he receives from the work he acquires, what it was like growing up with a Gauguin in his grandmother's house, and why he never gets tired of the pieces of art he lives with (oil paintings speak continually). Thomas StoresundMark Bryan's Interview: https://youtu.be/63jkhU-jdHsEric Joyner's interview: https://youtu.be/mqYSD6xlgVwYoutube: https://youtu.be/9OnZTpyXKbUCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

From the Eiffel Tower to your dining room wall, listen to how art is being used to gather, nurture, and travel through time while stimulating economic growth.In this prelude we have clips of upcoming interviews with artist Randi Matushevitz. We also have clips from Eric Joyner's interview at Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles. We conclude our discussion with a snippet of "The Reluctant Collector" Thomas Storesund. References:Benefits of Murals: http://crpbayarea.org/painting/benefits-of-muralsSearching for the True Price of Public Paintings in Oakland: https://psmag.com/magazine/searching-for-the-true-price-of-public-paintings-in-oaklandAmericans for the Arts: https://www.americansforthearts.org/by-program/reports-and-data/research-studies-publications/arts-economic-prosperity-5Lynn Basa's 'The Artist Guide to Public Art: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Guide-Public-Art-Commissions-ebookRandi Matushevitz:Instagram: @randimatushevitzWebsite: http://www.randimatushevitz.comEric JoynerInstagram: @eric_s_j/Website: http://www.ericjoyner.comThomas StoresundMark Bryan's Interview: https://youtu.be/63jkhU-jdHsEric Joyner's interview: https://youtu.be/mqYSD6xlgVwYoutube: https://youtu.be/9OnZTpyXKbUCheck out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

Does the art around us have an impact on our emotions and the way we care for others? In this episode we discuss how art, even inside of medical facilities, has had an impact on the patients and health care workers. We feature highlights from the Artistic Patient Advocate Ted Meyer and Sound Engineer Brian Bender. Ted Meyer explains how he uses artist to heighten doctors' empathy for patients. Brian Bender gives us insight into how he uses music as a tool to create emotion. REFERENCESAlive Inside: https://www.aliveinside.us/#landPsychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/arts-and-health/201109/art-and-happinessTed Meyer's official websiteshttp://www.tedmeyer.com www.artandmed.comTed Meyer's TED Talkhttps://www.tedmed.com/talks/show?id=620414EmailArtandmed@gmail.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/tedmeyerart/Brian Bender's official websitehttp://www.brightandguilty.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/bdbender/Check out our website at:http://www.clss.studioEmail:leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comHang out with us on Instagram:@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

During this unprecedented time, we wanted to take a few minutes to acknowledge the efforts of so many that are working hard to keep us safe. Here, we also discuss the impact that art has had on history during crises. People in the past and in current times use art to improve the economy and well being of others. How? Listen in to find out more. We've also taken clips of our interviews with Billy Gross of bG Gallery and the talented architect and designer Ana Henton of Still Life Ceramics as they have some really encouraging things to say about creativity and resourcefulness. Their full interviews will be released in upcoming episodes.References:https://www.history.com/topics/great-depression/artists-of-the-new-dealAna Henton: http://www.stilllifeceramics.com/online-classesBilly Gross + Universally Unknown: http://universallyunknown.comIf you'd like to see more art from the artists Billy represents click this link:https://clss.studio/blogs/vessel-art-as-a-doorway/our-love-letter-to-you-our-response-to-covid-19leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comhttp://www.clss.studio@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

This is the bio for Channing and Leah Smithson’s Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast. This is a podcast about art + your brain. It is an investigative discussion about the way people are using the arts to repair neural pathways, heal communities, and create empathy.Visual Artist Leah Smithson + Specials Procedures Technologist, Channing Smithson, partnered together to found the creative collaborative CLSS Studio. They strongly believe that purposeful art + design improves our lives. Leveraging both Leah's many years in the arts field and Channing's medical experience, they use their distinctive perspectives to transform environments into spaces that nourish inspiration, because genuine, passionate people can transform the world.leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comhttp://www.clss.studio@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)

This is the explanation of Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast. This is a podcast about art + your brain. It is an investigative discussion about the way people are using the arts to repair neural pathways, heal communities, and create empathy.Visual Artist Leah Smithson + Specials Procedures Technologist, Channing Smithson, partnered together to found the creative collaborative CLSS Studio. They strongly believe that purposeful art + design improves our lives. Leveraging both Leah's many years in the arts field and Channing's medical experience, they use their distinctive perspectives to transform environments into spaces that nourish inspiration, because genuine, passionate people can transform the world.leah@leahsmithson.comchanningsmithson@gmail.comhttp://www.clss.studio@leahsmithsonart@justglazechanningSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/leahsmithson)