Podcasts about International Artists

INTERVIEW: Sam Carswell on 'B2B4Beirut' sample pack fundraiser & international artist solidarity by Zac Hoffman on Radio One 91FM Dunedin

Episode 163 - Please welcome to the podcast Finnish Artist, Model, and Author Jenna Rauten. Now residing in Shanghai, China, Jenna  has been painting for over ten years now, and her paintings have been sold worldwide. Her artwork has been featured in numerous exhibitions. Her recent exhibition, "Celebrate Life," received rave reviews. Jenna has recently finished writing her first fantasy novel, which will be published next year. Jenna has been a fashion model in Finland and has done fashion shows in Shanghai. www.jennarauten.com Instagram @jennarauten Wechat @CallMeYenna https://tellcraigyourstory.podbean.com https://www.linktr.ee/tellcraigyourstory @tellcraigyourstory #jennarauten #callmeyenna #tellcraigyourstory #artist #painter #author #dungeonsanddragons #finland #shanghaichina #australia #fantasynovel #fashionmodel #apocalyptica #muse #nothingelsematters

Joining the podcast (Episode 305) today is the esteemed painter, illustrator and writer James Gurney. Michael Clawson chats with James about his long career in art and illustration, including his experiences with dinosaurs for his famous Dinotopia series and also his work on the Frank Frazetta film Fire and Ice. James also discusses the rerelease of his 1982 drawing book, The Artist's Guide to Sketching, which he wrote with painter Thomas Kinkade. The book will come out in February 2025. James is also a contributor and columnist in one of magazine titles, International Artist. Learn more at internationalartist.com.

Todays Guest: Christian Ray Flores - Entrepreneur, International Artist, d High Performance Coach, Philanthropist Topic summary: "Being Transformed by the Renewal of Your Mind" explores the powerful concept of personal growth and spiritual transformation through the renewal of one's thoughts and mindset through just "being". Drawing inspiration from biblical teachings, it delves into practical ways to overcome negative patterns, cultivate a positive outlook, and align one's mind with their vision, purpose, intentions, actions and faith. Episode 10 offers insights, reflections, and intentional and actionable steps to help listeners embrace change, grow spiritually, and experience lasting growth and transformation to create the magnificent life they want.

Nova's drive show host Tim Blackwell is officially hosting the 2024 Aria awards! He's revealing all the music industry secrets including which big acts we can expect to see on the night, including one huge international performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Azucar talks with Music Artist Starsita about music, ancestors, being an immigrant and how you can make your mark after experiencing a tough beginning. Starsita shares her struggle and her drive to inspire others to connect with those who want to be the first , be different and be authentic. She will forever embody the spirit of the Sweet Tea Crew!

Amy Malkan is a Visual Artist, Muralist, Author, and Public Speaker. As an International Artist and High Performance Facilitator, she creates, designs, and builds creative spaces all over the world. Her educational background in psychology and 15 years of experience in corporate sales coupled with her passion for and development of her artistic talents contributed to the success of her business, The Malkan Group, LLC. Amy lives in Houston, Texas.

Giovanni Giuntoli, an International Artist at Redken, joins Randy and Vincenza to talk about the passion and dedication it takes to be a seasoned hair artist and trendsetter shaping the fashion and bridal industry. #redken #theprontopodcast

For my first episode in English, I'm thrilled to welcome Mike, aka Eyeattraction, a Geneva-based photographer who has captured some of the biggest international stars of our time. From Ice Spice to Central Cee, Bryson Tiller, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and Future, Mike has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of these artists like no one else.But that's not all! Mike is also the official photographer for the rising South African sensation Tyla. Since February 2023, he's been working closely with her, documenting her meteoric rise, especially with the smash hit "Water." This track not only catapulted Tyla to the top but also transformed her career, elevating her status in the music industry.In our conversation, we dive into Mike's early work with Tyla, how they navigated the whirlwind of success together, and what it means to be the eyes behind the scenes of an artist's incredible journey.This is an inspiring episode you don't want to miss, whether you're passionate about photography, music, or simply curious about the stories behind today's biggest stars.Tune in now and get inspired by Mike's unique journey!

Appointed is an urban contemporary gospel artist making waves in the industry, with accolades like International Artist of the Year at the GX Awards and multiple Indie Gospel Music and Newsome Music Awards. She is also a radio personality at WNRR Gospel 1380 AM & 93.3 FM and hosts the At Home With Appointed show across various platforms.As the publisher of the award-winning SPIN Awards Magazine and Executive Producer of The Spin Awards Ceremony, Appointed honors those who spread the gospel through music. Her journey through adversity, including overcoming drug addiction and domestic violence, has made her a powerful testimony to God's grace.Her latest single, Give Me A Heart, has garnered praise from industry legends and is impacting both radio and souls. Appointed is on a mission to make a significant impact in the gospel music world.Now booking: Call (706) 314-884 to book Appointed today!Booking FacilitatorUpLook Management(706) 314-8840

Appointed is an urban contemporary gospel artist making waves in the industry, with accolades like International Artist of the Year at the GX Awards and multiple Indie Gospel Music and Newsome Music Awards. She is also a radio personality at WNRR Gospel 1380 AM & 93.3 FM and hosts the At Home With Appointed show across various platforms.As the publisher of the award-winning SPIN Awards Magazine and Executive Producer of The Spin Awards Ceremony, Appointed honors those who spread the gospel through music. Her journey through adversity, including overcoming drug addiction and domestic violence, has made her a powerful testimony to God's grace.Her latest single, Give Me A Heart, has garnered praise from industry legends and is impacting both radio and souls. Appointed is on a mission to make a significant impact in the gospel music world.Now booking: Call (706) 314-884 to book Appointed today!Booking FacilitatorUpLook Management(706) 314-8840

At only 22 years of age, Mishaal Tamer has quickly risen to prominence as an international Saudi singer-songwriter. Known for his humility despite his newfound fame, Mishaal debuted with his song "Arabian Knights," which showcases his multilingual talent by singing in Arabic, Spanish, and English. The track amassed millions of views on YouTube and Spotify, establishing his presence in the music world. Mishaal's innovative approach to music, blending various genres and cultural influences, has garnered him a dedicated fanbase. His music not only offers a new sound but also emphasises mental health representation, making his work both impactful and deeply personal. Tune in The Mayman Show for more on this special interview.

Tired of filtered success stories?   We are getting transparent with Grammy Nominated International Artist & Entrepreneur- Viper Dive into the real struggles and victories of entrepreneurs, musicians, and entertainment industry giants with the Transparency Talks Podcast. We pull back the curtain on their journeys, exposing the raw truth behind the glamour. Hear it straight from the source: Syndicated across the globe: Tune in on stations in London, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Nigeria, Canada, and iHeartRadio, plus major digital platforms. Candid conversations: We peel back the layers, exploring the highs and lows of navigating the creative landscape. From music to film and TV: Discover the diverse stories of those who chase their dreams in different artistic arenas. Join the movement: Support independent voices: Make a CashApp donation @ $buttabrocka or become a sponsor. Subscribe and follow: Get your weekly dose of inspiration on YouTube and social media. Engage with the community: Share your thoughts, connect with other creative souls, and let's get real! Find us everywhere: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@transparencytalkspodcast Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @Buttabrocka and @TransparencyTalksPodcast #TransparencyTalksPodcast: Where authenticity meets ambition. Join the conversation and let's get transparent! **I do not own the rights to this music #musicianslife, #filmmakingtips, #entreprenerdreams #PodcastLife #Motivation #Success #Creativity #IndieFilm #Filmmaking #Hollywood #EntrepreneurLife #Hustle #MusicProduction #PodcastLove #ActorsAccess #DirectorsLife #Storytelling#OnTheAir #Livestream #CashappDonates #SupportSmallBusiness #PodcastersOfIG #PodcastersOfColor #buttabrocka #IndependentPodcast #ListenNow #BehindTheScenes #transparencytalkspodcast #transparency   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/transparencytalkspodcast/support

Former International Artist , Now Turned Pastor Christian Flores Talks Idol Worship and Dark Cults in The Music Business If you would like to support our movement please send all donations to our cash app $Twistedyounginz (your support is greatly appreciated) IG@TwistedYounginz TikTok@TwistedYounginz rumble @Twistedyounginz www.twistedyounginzz.com we are available on streaming platforms

Grab a thang of our card game at https://shop.wavingtheredflag.com/products/its-a-red-flag-card-game This week we had to drop a full unedited LIVESTREAMED EPISODE early for yall. https://www.youtube.com/c/WavingtheRedFlag/join https://www.patreon.com/wavingtheredflag https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wavingtheredflag/subscribe Ep 221 | Josh and Eddy discuss the BEEF 0:38 A minoooooor 8:43 why J Cole Bowed out 25:26 Culture vulture or International Artist? 39:00 Drake gives the ladies the ick 56:03 Family Matters 1:11:52 Meet the Grahams 1:31:24 Is it a red flag if they can't keep their hands off you [stay chuned next week, cause the mandem got something special brewing for you lot]

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Singapore pop singing sensation Wils is releasing his final single, Dancing Lights, today.  “My journey in music is complete,” the singer-songwriter confirms.  “It has been a heartening ten-year ride that has taught me to live fearlessly as my authentic true self and I am ready to now follow the ‘Dancing Lights' to wherever they lead me.” The song is an uplifting dance track that explores moodier, more subdued hues than past releases from Wils. Built around vocal effects and vintage synths, it's an understated sound that sets the atmosphere of a young man coming to terms with life's inevitable highs and lows. Along with the single, the video directed by Stro and filmed at various locations in Los Angeles including Matador Beach and City Walk, captures the essence of grief as a person emerges from the dark hole of depression into the final stage of acceptance.  “I'm incredibly proud of the video,” Wils says.  “It reflects on the beautiful times I shared with my friend and reminds me that even through the pain, I can embrace the love we once shared.” Wils first gained fame with his 2014 album, WTF.   It was named Best Pop Album of the Year at the Hollywood F.A.M.E Awards.   At the Los Angeles Music Awards, it was nominated for Best Album.  Wils was also nominated Pop Artist of the Year (male) and International Artist of the Year and his single, “Less is More”, won Music Video of the Year for its superb integration of technology, music, fashion and art. With co-host Brody Levesque

Singapore pop singing sensation Wils is releasing his final single, Dancing Lights, today.  “My journey in music is complete,” the singer-songwriter confirms.  “It has been a heartening ten-year ride that has taught me to live fearlessly as my authentic true self and I am ready to now follow the ‘Dancing Lights' to wherever they lead me.” The song is an uplifting dance track that explores moodier, more subdued hues than past releases from Wils. Built around vocal effects and vintage synths, it's an understated sound that sets the atmosphere of a young man coming to terms with life's inevitable highs and lows. Along with the single, the video directed by Stro and filmed at various locations in Los Angeles including Matador Beach and City Walk, captures the essence of grief as a person emerges from the dark hole of depression into the final stage of acceptance.  “I'm incredibly proud of the video,” Wils says.  “It reflects on the beautiful times I shared with my friend and reminds me that even through the pain, I can embrace the love we once shared.” Wils first gained fame with his 2014 album, WTF.   It was named Best Pop Album of the Year at the Hollywood F.A.M.E Awards.   At the Los Angeles Music Awards, it was nominated for Best Album.  Wils was also nominated Pop Artist of the Year (male) and International Artist of the Year and his single, “Less is More”, won Music Video of the Year for its superb integration of technology, music, fashion and art. With co-host Brody Levesque

Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed by trying to put pressure on art sales and feel like it's interfering with your studio practice? Look no further than this inspiring conversation with award-winning artist Kristy Gordon who learned a framework that helped her find her artistic voice. We also chat about allowing your intuition guide your work and finding income streams to support you in the process. On this episode of Art & Cocktails, Kat chats with Kristy about her journey, how she got unblocked, how to grow thicker skin as an artist and more! Episode Highlights: Kristy shares her journey of wanting to be an artist from childhood, navigating initial doubts, and eventually finding her artistic voice after overcoming fears and artistic blocks. She discusses her early work, colorful and multi-figure paintings exploring themes of identity and self-perception, and how it laid the foundation for her current style. Advice for artists struggling to connect their vision with their skill, emphasizing the importance of intuition alongside technical training. Balancing the demands of social media exposure with maintaining a peaceful studio practice, including strategies for sharing work-in-progress without compromising vulnerability. Navigating relationships with galleries, prioritizing open communication, and maintaining a strong partnership while honoring one's artistic process. Kristy's multi-faceted income streams, including teaching and online courses, as stable supplements to painting sales, offering stability and creative fulfillment. Strategies for coping with criticism, including developing a thick skin, seeking support from trusted peers, and understanding that not everyone will immediately resonate with one's artistic direction. About Kristy Gordon: Kristy Gordon has exhibited her work in solo and group exhibitions throughout Canada, the United States, Europe, and China at venues including the European Museum of Modern Art in Barcelona, and the National Academy Museum in New York City. She received a BFA from the Ontario College of Art and Design in 2011 and an MFA from The New York Academy of Art in 2013. As a three-time recipient of the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant, her work has won numerous awards and honors. She has received residencies at the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, China; Shanghai University in China; OCAD University Florence, Italy. Kristy's work and art writing have been featured in publications, including The Artist's Magazine, International Artist and Fine Art Connoisseur. She is an adjunct professor at the New York Academy of Art and has taught at numerous schools and academies including the National Academy in NYC, and The Academy of Realist Art in Ottawa and Boston. Her paintings hang in more than 600 collections worldwide including the Government of Ontario Art Collection, The Clearing House (New York City) and Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History. Gordon is represented by Grenning Gallery in Sag Harbor, New York, Studio Sixty Six in Ottawa and Garvey|Simon in New York City. kristygordon.com.

On another episode of the RnB-Live Podcast, we have in the building a songwriter, vocalist, and recording artist Avehre. Today's episode the team brings you the top RnB International singers from all over the world. We also have in the building the songstress Miss Kendall Shiree as she performed live with her beautiful songs. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rnblive/message

As part of Michigan State University's 2024 MSUFCU Arts Power Up artists-in-residence, Abel Korinsky (representative of Studio Korinsky) of Berlin, Germany, is in residence during the spring semester. This inaugural open call for artists is a collaboration between the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, or FRIB; the MSU Museum; the STEAMpower Project, Michigan State University's art, science and culture collaborative; and Arts MSU. This new residency fosters collaboration, exploration, experimentation, and innovation on MSU's vibrant campus, culminating in the creation of groundbreaking artworks at the intersection of art, science and technology. Korinsky talks with Morgan Butts, director of communications and marketing for University Arts and Collections. Conversation Highlights: (1:13) - Can you tell us a little about how you found this residency and what interested you?  (2:14) - This residency is really built on the intersection of the arts and the sciences. Can you tell us a little more about how you've explored this intersection in your past work?  (3:15) - You've been here at MSU and working closely with FRIB for a few weeks now. What sorts of interactions have you had and where are you now in terms of thinking of the work you'll create in response to this experience?  (5:04) - From your perspective, what are some of the similarities and differences between art and science? What can artists and scientists learn from each other? (6:48) - You have a series of public engagements during your residency, including one coming right up on April 11. Can you tell us about the Intersection Conversation?  (8:04) – What is University Arts and Collections? (8:26) – What's coming up on campus in the next few weeks? (8:56) – Generous sponsors supported Abel's visit. Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

EPISODE 250! Visiting our Scottsdale studio for today's show is Leroy Garcia, owner of Blue Rain Gallery and prominent art dealer in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In the episode, Leroy talks about his gallery and its history, his expansion into Colorado, the art scene in Santa Fe and some of the artists he represents. Be sure to visit Blue Rain Gallery in both New Mexico and Colorado. Learn more @blueraingallery and www.blueraingallery.com Learn more about the American Art Collective Podcast https://americanartcollective.libsyn.com/ Welcome to the American Art Collective podcast, the official podcast of International Artist Publishing. Each week we'll bring you fresh perspectives from the communities of our five magazines: American Art Collector, Western Art Collector, American Fine Art Magazine, Native American Art and International Artist. On the podcast, we'll go beyond the magazine pages, and into the secret gardens of imagination. We'll visit with the movers and shakers and newsmakers. Everyone from artists and gallery owners, to collectors, museum curators and more. Join us to hear their stories and secrets behind how they got to be who they are, and where they are, in the world of art. The American Art Collective Podcast is YOUR all-access behind-the-scenes pass to what's new, what's now, and what's next in American art!

Interview with International Artist @zekedon1 

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Julianne Hamilton and Michael Benevento, co-directors of Current Space, a prominent art hub in Baltimore. They discuss their roles in shaping the art scene, the mission of Current Space, and the impact of their work on the local and international art community.

In this episode, we dive into the world of creative entrepreneurship with International Artist, NTG Windwalker. He shares insights, challenges, and triumphs, providing a glimpse into the life of being a musician and entrepreneur. From navigating the intricacies of the creative process to overcoming obstacles unique to the entrepreneurial world, this conversation is an inspiration for those looking to forge their own path in the creative industry. What we talk about: His approach to music and entrepreneurship Creative pursuits with business endeavors Lessons learned from international tours Episode Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠ NTG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NTG ⁠Spotify NTG ⁠Instagram Like this show? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please leave us a review here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram and tag us @findjoywithjoyan_podcast so we can thank you personally! Meet me and my guests at our Virtual Dinner Party ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ABOUT: Joyan Chan is an award-winning coach, international speaker, and podcaster. The core of her work centers on helping leaders and entrepreneurs develop unshakable confidence to build a Rockstar personal brand, gain worldwide exposure, and earn recognition for their expertise.  Joyan's years of experience as a young lecturer, team leader, and business owner have given her a keen sense of what it takes to become a confident, visible, and impactful leader in today's world. Her personal journey, which involved transforming depression into empowerment and building her brand globally from the ground up in just two years, inspired her to create a proven roadmap called "Rookie to Rockstar." This roadmap guides her clients to accelerate their confidence, visibility, and impact, empowering them to embrace their true selves with joy and purpose.  Joyan has been featured in numerous magazines, publications, shows and has spoken at many industry events. In March 2022, Joyan was awarded Outstanding Leadership Award on stage in Dubai, UAE. In the same year, she was also named a successful person by Britishpedia. During her interview with the publication house, she said, “because I took the courage to take the path less taken.” Meet me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠joyanchan.com

Contemporary Realism - On this episode of American Art Collective, contemporary oil painter and cover artist for International Artist's October issue, Matt Talbert, stops by the podcast. Matt lifts the veil on his process, how his time in New York influenced his work, the importance of trusting yourself and his continuing evolution as an artist. This episode is sponsored by International Artist magazine.

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Denzy Dark is a well-known artist within the Gothic art community. He has released a number of new works. Denzy Dark City: York Address: 721 Carlisle Ave Website https://denzydark.com/ Phone +1 717 683 2041 Email dustin@denzydark.com

Ingrid Christensen is a Canadian still life and figurative oil painter. Ingrid was born in 1964 in Golden, British Columbia—a small town in the mountains in western Canada. She is the third of four children with an older sister and between two brothers. Ingrid's parents, John and Ella Anderson, were German immigrants who arrived in Canada after WWII and eventually made their way to running a motel. As a child, Ingrid was not exposed to the art world but she was keen on drawing, and is self taught as an artist. After high school, further education took her away from growing up in a small town to Vancouver where she earned a BA at the University of British Columbia (UBC). This was followed by a BEd from Queens University in Kingston, Ontario. Upon graduating, Ingrid spent a few years in teaching but eventually realized that this was not her calling. Once she married, she set off on bigger adventures; to Australia and New Zealand, and later to Japan, and Thailand where she learned the art of silversmithing. Upon returning to Calgary the couple started a family. It was then that Ingrid began her journey in painting; first in watercolors then later in oils, which is her preferred medium. Her art has won both national and international awards and has been highlighted in International Artist, Avenues, and Arabella magazines. Ingrid has written articles about art and creativity for Artsy online magazine. She says she is, first and foremost, a painter of light. Her work is an ongoing exploring of light's ability to elevate even the most mundane object into the glowing subject of a painting. When she is not painting, Ingrid is teaching either online or with in-person workshops. Ingrid has two sons, Zac and Ben, and is married to film producer David Christensen. She lives in Calgary, Alberta.Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.comIngrid's website: ingridchristensen.comIngrid on Instagram: @ingridchristensenartistIngrid's favorite female artists:Cecily BrownZoe FrankJennifer PochinskiErika SeguinJoanna LogueClaudia RillingLisa GolightlyAmy DuryAmy Brakeman LivezeyLucy StopfordCathy Chin (@realandplastic)Mary Beth MckenzieKaren Silve NataliaTomas SegoviaIngrid's Playlist:Aruna Chandra/Mashti, Deep Dive Corp.Kidz of Tibet/Kleintierschaukel, BadauIt's a Beautiful Day (Reprise)/The Kiffness, Rushawn, Jermaine EdwardsCassiopeia/Dan BayPoseidon/Dan Bay La RubriqueSeptember Fields/Frazey FordHeart of Glass/Lily MooreRighteously/Anna AshChaise Longue/Wet LegDowntown Train/Tom WaiteNever Going Back/Fleetwood MacAdriatica/OpezHallelijah (I'm a Dreamer)/Luther Dickinson, Amy LaVereSweet Dark-Haired Man/Joan ShelleyWalking on Broken Glass/Annie LennoxNot Fair/Lily AllenYou Know I'm No Good/Amy WinehouseHello (feat. Dragonette)/Martin Solveig, Dragonette 16 days ago #artists, #women0 COMMENTSThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4769409/advertisement

Ingrid Christensen is a Canadian still life and figurative oil painter. Ingrid was born in 1964 in Golden, British Columbia—a small town in the mountains in western Canada. She is the third of four children with an older sister and between two brothers. Ingrid's parents, John and Ella Anderson, were German immigrants who arrived in Canada after WWII and eventually made their way to running a motel. As a child, Ingrid was not exposed to the art world but she was keen on drawing, and is self taught as an artist. After high school, further education took her away from growing up in a small town to Vancouver where she earned a BA at the University of British Columbia (UBC). This was followed by a BEd from Queens University in Kingston, Ontario. Upon graduating, Ingrid spent a few years in teaching but eventually realized that this was not her calling. Once she married, she set off on bigger adventures; to Australia and New Zealand, and later to Japan, and Thailand where she learned the art of silversmithing. Upon returning to Calgary the couple started a family. It was then that Ingrid began her journey in painting; first in watercolors then later in oils, which is her preferred medium. Her art has won both national and international awards and has been highlighted in International Artist, Avenues, and Arabella magazines. Ingrid has written articles about art and creativity for Artsy online magazine. She says she is, first and foremost, a painter of light. Her work is an ongoing exploring of light's ability to elevate even the most mundane object into the glowing subject of a painting. When she is not painting, Ingrid is teaching either online or with in-person workshops. Ingrid has two sons, Zac and Ben, and is married to film producer David Christensen. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.comIngrid's website: ingridchristensen.comIngrid on Instagram: @ingridchristensenartist Ingrid's favorite female artists: Cecily BrownZoe FrankJennifer PochinskiErika SeguinJoanna LogueClaudia RillingLisa GolightlyAmy DuryAmy Brakeman LivezeyLucy StopfordCathy Chin (@realandplastic)Mary Beth MckenzieKaren Silve NataliaTomas Segovia Ingrid's Playlist:Aruna Chandra/Mashti, Deep Dive Corp.Kidz of Tibet/Kleintierschaukel, BadauIt's a Beautiful Day (Reprise)/The Kiffness, Rushawn, Jermaine EdwardsCassiopeia/Dan BayPoseidon/Dan Bay La RubriqueSeptember Fields/Frazey FordHeart of Glass/Lily MooreRighteously/Anna AshChaise Longue/Wet LegDowntown Train/Tom WaiteNever Going Back/Fleetwood MacAdriatica/OpezHallelijah (I'm a Dreamer)/Luther Dickinson, Amy LaVereSweet Dark-Haired Man/Joan ShelleyWalking on Broken Glass/Annie LennoxNot Fair/Lily AllenYou Know I'm No Good/Amy WinehouseHello (feat. Dragonette)/Martin Solveig, Dragonette

PODCAST BIOS   https://www.ericbowman.com https://www.instagram.com/ericbowmanart/   Eric Bowman was born in Pasadena and grew up in Orange County, CA. Essentially a self-taught artist, Eric had a knack for drawing as far back as he can remember, always the class artist throughout his elementary and high school years. Early on, various art-related jobs such as silk screen T-shirt printer or surfboard airbrush technician led to a lengthy and successful career as a freelance illustrator, eventually transitioning to fine art painting.   As a painter, Eric has exhibited in national & regional exhibitions in some of the country's most prestigious galleries and museums including the Autry Museum, Los Angeles; the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City; the Briscoe Museum, San Antonio, TX; the Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, OK; the Kaiping Art Museum, Kaiping, China; the Academy Art Museum, Easton, MD; the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles and the Salmagundi Club, NYC.  His paintings are in private and corporate collections throughout the U.S. as well as England, China, Australia, Canada, Mexico and the West Indies.   Eric's work has also been showcased in feature articles with Art Of The West, Southwest Art, Practique Des Arts (France), International Artist, Fine Art Connoisseur, Plein Air and Western Art Collector magazines. He is a Signature Member of the California Art Club, and former Signature member of the American Impressionist Society and the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association. Eric resides in northwest Oregon with his wife and daughter.   Contact: eric@ericbowman.com _________________________________________________________________________   FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK AND YOUTUBE:   https://www.instagram.com/THEUNDRAPEDARTIST/   https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Undraped-Artist-Podcast/100083157287362/   https://www.youtube.com/@theundrapedartist   FOLLOW THE HOST, JEFF HEIN:   Jeffhein.com    https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.hein.16/   https://www.instagram.com/jeff_hein_art/   https://www.instagram.com/jeff_hein_studio/    STUDY WITH JEFF HEIN:   https://heinatelier.com/ 

PODCAST BIOS   https://www.ericbowman.com https://www.instagram.com/ericbowmanart/   Eric Bowman was born in Pasadena and grew up in Orange County, CA. Essentially a self-taught artist, Eric had a knack for drawing as far back as he can remember, always the class artist throughout his elementary and high school years. Early on, various art-related jobs such as silk screen T-shirt printer or surfboard airbrush technician led to a lengthy and successful career as a freelance illustrator, eventually transitioning to fine art painting.   As a painter, Eric has exhibited in national & regional exhibitions in some of the country's most prestigious galleries and museums including the Autry Museum, Los Angeles; the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, Oklahoma City; the Briscoe Museum, San Antonio, TX; the Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, OK; the Kaiping Art Museum, Kaiping, China; the Academy Art Museum, Easton, MD; the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles and the Salmagundi Club, NYC.  His paintings are in private and corporate collections throughout the U.S. as well as England, China, Australia, Canada, Mexico and the West Indies.   Eric's work has also been showcased in feature articles with Art Of The West, Southwest Art, Practique Des Arts (France), International Artist, Fine Art Connoisseur, Plein Air and Western Art Collector magazines. He is a Signature Member of the California Art Club, and former Signature member of the American Impressionist Society and the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association. Eric resides in northwest Oregon with his wife and daughter.   Contact: eric@ericbowman.com _________________________________________________________________________   FOLLOW THE PODCAST ON INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK AND YOUTUBE:   https://www.instagram.com/THEUNDRAPEDARTIST/   https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Undraped-Artist-Podcast/100083157287362/   https://www.youtube.com/@theundrapedartist   FOLLOW THE HOST, JEFF HEIN:   Jeffhein.com    https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.hein.16/   https://www.instagram.com/jeff_hein_art/   https://www.instagram.com/jeff_hein_studio/    STUDY WITH JEFF HEIN:   https://heinatelier.com/ 

Episode 550: She's a muralist...She's a painter... She's a teacher. Bree Stallings has done two residencies since we last spoke, before CoVid. One in Ireland and one in France. She talks about her travels and using art to transform her pain; such that when you acquire one of the pieces from her current exhibition, wrought in fire, you now possess a piece of her peace. The post Bree Stallings, Charlotte’s Resident International artist appeared first on Let's Talk Art With Brooke.

Tony is an American multi Media Artist who lived in China during 2020s madness. He has a compelling story to tell. Follow @Artisaweapon77 and @Zombieslayer77

Welcome to the Truth In This Art Beyond: Philadelphia! Philadelphia one of the foremost creative regions in the world and this series of interviews was sparked by my curiosity about the arts and culture of the city. In this episode of The Truth In This Art, Rob Lee talks with James Oliver. James is the founder of James Oliver Gallery in Philadelphia.James shares: His journey as an artist, from abstract to figurative works. His inspirations and the process behind his art. The origins of James Oliver Gallery and its effect on Philadelphia's art scene. Don't miss this conversation with a real pioneer in the art world.Image courtesy of Create! Magazine.

In this week's episode, mixed media artist Jess Boldt takes us on her inspiring journey of becoming a full-time professional artist. We delve into the importance of self-nurturing and creativity, particularly for parents, as Jess shares the challenges she faced and emphasizes the value of discipline and perseverance. Her encouraging words remind artists to keep honing their craft, knowing that unexpected opportunities can emerge along the way. Jess captivates us with her distinctive style called "vintage urban," seamlessly blending her rural roots with urban influences. She reveals the significance of layers in her artwork, utilizing torn pages and collages to symbolize the scattered moments of her life. Through her creations, Jess conveys the empowering message that even amidst chaos and adversity, one can transform it into something truly beautiful. We also explore her passion for repurposing materials, as she breathes new life into newspapers from different countries, vintage books, and forgotten photographs. Follow Jess:  Website: https://www.jessboldt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessboldtart/ -- Now for some BIG NEWS!!!  Art Infused Life is now also available as a video podcast.  Currently on Spotify (use the mobile app) and YouTube.  Check it out to see a little extra special video footage from our guests when available. -- FEMpowered Retreats are now open: https://join.fempoweredyou.com/ -- Art Infused Life is a weekly podcast available on most Thursdays. Join our FREE Facebook Art Infused Life community ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/artinfusedlife⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artinfusedlife/message

Juliana Naufel is a Brazilian visual communicator who uses affection as her primary subject. Her artworks are strongly influenced by the healing aspect of embroidering photographs as a way of making amends with the past. The mission of her artistic practice and mentoring is to remind us to prioritize the things in life that bring us hope and peace and encourage our cognizance of the little things that make us unique and shine our light on the world. Instagram handles: @naufss & @phototrouveemagazine  www.naufss.com  www.phototrouveemagazine.com  Thank you for listening to The Curious Creatrix podcast. Your donation helps us continue to spread creativity throughout the land.  Thank you! https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=2PM3V82XDS7GA  Beautiful music: Good Friends Inc by Jonathan Boyle

DJing for an international artist can be a thrilling experience for any DJ. It usually involves playing music for a large audience, sometimes in a foreign country, and performing alongside a famous musician or artist.Preparation for such an event involves extensive planning and communication with the artist's team to ensure that the music matches their preferences and the audience's expectations. The DJ may need to research the local music scene and customs to create a unique and engaging performance.During the event, the DJ's role is to set the mood and energize the crowd with their music. The DJ must be flexible and able to adjust to changes in the performance, such as unexpected song requests or changes in the artist's setlist. It's essential to maintain a professional demeanor while working with the artist and their team.After the show, the DJ should seek feedback from the artist's team to understand how they can improve their performance in the future. It's also important to build relationships with the artist's team and other industry professionals to establish a solid reputation in the music industry.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/we-create-the-vibes-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With an International Career spanning over a decade, James Maxfield is one of Australia and the UK's most versatile creatives. Starting his career as a Musical Theatre performer and Touring with International Artists, James has established himself as a highly sought after creative across all platforms of entertainment . Since graduating full time at Brent Steet, James has performed in numerous productions including; Wicked, Grease – The Arena Spectacular, The Boy From Oz, Sweet Charity, Miss Saigon, Carmen, A Chorus Line, The Rocky Horror Show, the Australian tour of Dirty Dancing, Xanadu and Hamilton. As a commercial dancer, James has toured with Kesha and Samantha Jade, and has performed live with Taylor Swift, Rita Ora, Kylie Minogue, Kelly Clarkson, Havana Brown, Ricky Martin, Delta Goodrem, Loreen, Little Mix, Fergie, Redfoo, Sneaky Sound System and Wynter Gordon. He has numerous TV dance credits including; x factor Australia, The Voice, The Masked Singer and Dancing on Ice. https://jamesmaxfield.wixsite.com/website-1Crystalized Costumes Adrenaline Dance Competition Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

With an International Career spanning over a decade, James Maxfield is one of Australia and the UK's most versatile creatives. Starting his career as a Musical Theatre performer and Touring with International Artists, James has established himself as a highly sought after creative across all platforms of entertainment .Join Charlie as she asks the hard questions in this performer profile.Find out all the things you have always wanted to know about your favourite performers, but never had the chance to ask.https://www.jamesmaxfieldcreative.com/

Today we conclude our three-part series recorded at the Celebration of Fine Art in Scottsdale, Arizona. The event runs through March 26, 2023. Today's guests are Judith Dickinson and Gregory Sievers. International Artist Publishing, including American Art Collector, Western Art Collector and International Artist magazines, are proud media sponsors of this event.

Jill Dowell is an international artist living and working in Paris, France. Working primarily with abstraction, her career has been heavily influenced by her involvement in and interest in music. This bridging of fine art modalities serves to help her create inspiring and uplifting artwork, deeply saturated with color, expression, and meaning. website:  www.jjilldowellart.comInstagram:  @jilldowellartSupport the show

Denny Fongheiser grew up in the East Bay of San Francisco in San Leandro. Playing drums at a young age. He was influenced by the East Bay Funk and Soul scene of Oakland. His dream was to move to Los Angeles to play on records and tour with recording artists. Denny moved to LA at the age of 19 and not only achieved that dream, he became one of the most in-demand session and live drummers in the business.   Whether playing, producing, writing or arranging, Denny Fongheiser focuses on embracing a great song and bringing out the best in each artist. He can be heard on countless multi-Platinum, Grammy, Oscar and Emmy winning recordings, traveling extensively between Los Angeles, New York, London and Tokyo. He's toured the world many times over with top Domestic and International Artists. Denny's written and arranged for countless National TV & Radio Spots as well as creating remixes for various artists. Recently was a producer/musical director for a new rock opera. He co-founded “Sonic Bliss Productions” with his partner Kimberly Adamis. The company focuses on creating, developing and producing music, photography & other media art on an international level.   Just a few of Denny's credits include Heart, Tracy Chapman (including her mega hit Fast Car), Counting Crows (including the hit Mr. Jones), Seal, Peter Frampton, John Paul Jones, Bruce Springsteen, Roger Waters, Boy Meets Girl, Shawn Colvin, Freddy Mercury, The Lion King soundtrack, Tom Cochrane, B'z, Maeda Nobuteru, T-Bone Burnett and was the drummer on I'll Be There For You, the mega-hit theme for the hit TV show Friends. The list goes on.          Some Things That Came Up:  2:20 Moving to LA in 1980 and the power of MTV 3:30 Change is good and diversity is king  5:15 Producing and Writing  7:00 Technology Evolution and never stop learning  8:20 Synares, Clicks, Linn Drum, Simmons 12:40 Sequencers following the drummer's time 14:00 Recording in London, NY and using house gear.  16:00 Eliminating old gear.  18:20 Using pro tools to achieve results as opposed to HAVING to get the take in years past.  18:50 Good “Out of Time” vs. Bad “Out of Time”. 22:20 Using Percussion hyper-creatively. 24:50 Changing setups to motivate creativity. 27:20 Tuning hand drums to the track  29:00 Analog sounds for digital effects 31:50 REMO Mondo snares and Spoke. 32:40 Tracy Chapman debut record. 34:30 Hal Blaine advice: Dark chords=use toms, not cymbals. 37:20 AUDITIONING to play on the Tracy Chapman record. 38:20 Moving to LA at 19 years old.  42:10 Triggering on the Cock Robin record.  48:00 Keltner's advice to play live.  50:30 Do what you are supposed to do and the money will come.  52:50 Counting Crowe's “August and Everything” … 61:30 Modern Drummer cover issue with the LA session drumming round table…circa 91'.  64:00 Be your authentic self. We are the best at being OURSELVES.  67:00 Recording songs for the film “Thing Called Love” at Capitol. 68:50 Recording Brian Setzer's “Live Nude Guitars” at age 25.  69:40 CASTING  the right musicians for every project.  70:30 Opportunities coming through the least expected paths. 74:40 Introverts: GET OUT!  77:00 Small union gig led to a 3 month tour.  79:00 Being open to the signs from the Universe. 83:40 Playing on the theme song to FRIENDS  91:30 TV/Film work vs. records and payments  94:40 Producing the rock opera “Staring Into Nothing” 100:45 The DW 50th Anniversary Party         Follow:  www.dennyfongheiser.com IG: @dennyfonghesier FB: @dennyfonghesier     The Rich Redmond Show is about all things music, motivation and success. Candid conversations with musicians, actors, comedians, authors and thought leaders about their lives and the stories that shaped them. Rich Redmond is the longtime drummer with Jason Aldean and many other veteran musicians and artists. Rich is also an actor, speaker, author, producer and educator. Rich has been heard on thousands of songs, over 25 of which have been #1 hits!   Rich can also be seen in several films and TV shows and has also written an Amazon Best-Selling book, "CRASH! Course for Success: 5 Ways to Supercharge Your Personal and Professional Life" currently available at:   https://www.amazon.com/CRASH-Course-Success-Supercharge-Professional/dp/B07YTCG5DS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=crash+redmond&qid=1576602865&sr=8-1   One Book: Three Ways to consume....Physical (delivered to your front door, Digital (download to your kindle, ipad or e-reader), or Audio (read to you by me on your device...on the go)!   Buy Rich's exact gear at www.lessonsquad.com/rich-redmond   Follow Rich: @richredmond www.richredmond.com   Jim McCarthy is the quintessential Blue Collar Voice Guy. Honing his craft since 1996 with radio stations in Illinois, South Carolina, Connecticut, New York, Las Vegas and Nashville, Jim has voiced well over 10,000 pieces since and garnered an ear for audio production which he now uses for various podcasts, commercials and promos. Jim is also an accomplished video producer, content creator, writer and overall entrepreneur.   Follow Jim:   @jimmccarthy www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com RICH REDMOND  Drummer, Speaker, Author, Host, Actor www.richredmond.com

We return to the Celebration of Fine Art in Scottsdale, Arizona, for our second of three special episodes recorded at the 10-week-long art show. The event runs through March 26, 2023. Today's guests are Barbara Rudolph and Kirk Randle. International Artist Publishing, including American Art Collector, Western Art Collector and International Artist magazines, are proud media sponsors of this event.

Today we head to the enormous white tents in North Scottsdale, the home of Celebration of Fine Art. This 10-week-long art show features more than 85 artists, who all create studio spaces within the tent for the duration of the show. Guests can watch artists create work, order commissions or just buy artwork right from the walls. This is the first of a three-part series we recorded at the event, which runs through March 26, 2023. Today's guests are Elizabeth Butler and Randy Galloway. International Artist Publishing, including American Art Collector, Western Art Collector and International Artist magazines, are proud media sponsors of this event.

Ryan Heshka, The International ArtistJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for their first interview with an international Artist!  Ryan Heshka joins the ladies all the way from Canada.  He delights them with stories about the creation of his Mean Girls Club Graphic Novel, working as an animator, creating children's books, and so much more!  Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web: http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/ Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/ Polka Dot Raven IG: https://www.instagram.com/polkadotraven/

Six years ago, Hannah Gregory, owner of Bad Ass Stained Glass, Cervantes, Western Australia, was puttying windows for free in exchange for education in stained glass. In October 2022, the artist spent a month at the renowned Judson Studios, Los Angeles, California, working with some of the best glass painters in the world as well as artists working with glass in non-traditional ways. This was made possible through a fellowship awarded to Gregory by the International Specialized Skills Institute of Australia. Growing up in Western Australia, Gregory enjoyed a childhood spent by the ocean, around cray-fishing boats and fishing off of the beach. With no fine arts education, she has always been an outsider artist, making irreverent, bold works in painting, drawing, printing and photography until her mid 20s when she became focused entirely on working with glass.  Since 2016, stained glass has been the planet on which Gregory wakes and sleeps. She has now trained, worked, studied and travelled extensively in the US, Europe, and Australia resulting in a comprehensive and contrasting repertoire of both Medieval and innovative skills and techniques for working with stained glass. Residencies have been awarded to Gregory by the Australia Council of the Arts, the International Specialized Skills Institute, the Western Australian Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, and the American Glass Guild.  A passionate advocate for a more diverse, inclusive and engaging future for stained glass, Gregory is also determined to undermine the outdated expectations and connotations of her beloved craft. Gregory states: “I believe stained glass needs to be where people don't expect it. It needs to say things people don't expect it to say. It needs to ask questions. It needs to be in architecture/ outside of architecture. It needs to be thought provoking and collaborative.” Currently living with her husband in the small fishing town of Cervantes on unceded Yued land, Gregory enjoys working on both architectural commissions and experimental autonomous works. She served as International Artist in Resident at the well-known Swansea College of Art in the UK for what was supposed to be one year, but ended up being two due to Covid. At the beginning of 2022, she returned to Australia where she was awarded a six-month residency at the Fremantle Arts Centre, resulting in a new body of work focused on seaweed. Her work can be found in architecture and private collections across the world. Upon her return to Australia from Judson Studios, Gregory begins work on two large jellyfish windows, a complex commission for a wildlife photographer and videographer in Oregon for 12 animal skylights, an ongoing larger job in Melbourne that will be her largest job to date, and her Steven's competition window. She has also just received seed money from the UN International Year of Glass to run some lead lighting workshops for people in regional Australia and is hoping to start glass painting workshops in her studio. She enjoys sharing her passion for glass through teaching and workshops when she can. Believing that stained glass is a having a bit of a renaissance and hasn't reached its full potential, Gregory and husband Kris are experimenting with traditional wet plate collodion photography on glass and its applications for stained glass. Other recent projects have included two windows for a door depicting a large protea, some commissioned tattoo designs and some small memorial windows.  Says Gregory: “My work is guided by the concept of transformation from destruction. Stained glass is one of the most enduring artforms in the western world, and its creation hinges on breaking glass, manipulating metals, burning pigment. Every act in fabricating a piece of my work relies on destruction. In its very essence, the building and durability of stained glass relies on a balanced mix of the fragility of glass, and the strength of lead.”  

My guest this episode is Xaivier Ringer - a mural artist and illustrator who uses mural art to engage communities in the spaces they dwell and creates affirming visual prints and statements for women of color.Xaivier and I attended Georgetown University together, where she majored in Government and minored in Spanish and Studio Art.Xaivier's artistic approach is mostly participatory as she invites contributors to create the design within workshops that eventually live in their spaces. Her experiences working and living abroad including places such as the Dominican Republic and Thailand, inspired her brand name: “The International Muralist.” Xavier has a passion for engaging community members in hands-on approach to placemaking and community development. She currently resides in Rome, GA, where she's from and where she is currently developing robust beautification projects as co creator of the Rome Mural CoLab.In this episode we talk about how Georgetown made her an artist; why she had to throw away the idea of being a starving artist and shift to an abundance mindset; how her art comes from her own curiosities and her desire to affirm her existence and those around her;  and the gift of discernment in navigating what's expected of us and what we really want.Connect with Xaivier:The International Muralist websiteFollow Xaivier on Instagram Mentioned in this episode: Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear, Elizabeth GilbertThe Poet X, Kristin Acevedo

[COOPER's Links] IG: https://www.instagram.com/iam.cooper/ Maddox Gallery: https://maddoxgallery.com/artists/272-cooper/This week The Days Grimm Podcast welcomes a well traveled, international painter/artist, COOPER. We get to know where this man came from, where all he has been and where he is moving towards. We talk youth sports, crazy college times, what it's like being in your 20's and not have a game plan, what it's like having done art all over the world including painting a basketball court for the late Nipsey Hussle. The guys knew very little about canvas art before this pod but are now rooting for COOPER to push his talents to new heights! [Death of The Week]https://nypost.com/2019/07/02/man-dies-in-absolute-agony-10-days-after-eating-gecko-on-a-dare/ [The Days Grimm Podcast Links] - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDaysGrimm - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedaysgrimm - IG: https://www.instagram.com/thedaysgrimm/ - Our link tree: linktr.ee/Thedaysgrimm - GoFundMe account for The Days Grimm: https://gofund.me/02527e7c [The Days Grimm is brought to you by] Corndog Development - Official Sponsor:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/corndogdevelopment?load_webview=1&bid=kPeHK706dANJKYpAqaGqxFbnPLSk Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com "The easiest way to start your own podcast"   Art is never finished, only abandoned,   - The Days Grimm Podcast    (TDG)

This episode is part of Pledge Week 2022. Every day this week, I'll be posting old Patreon bonus episodes of the podcast which will have this short intro. These are short, ten- to twenty-minute bonus podcasts which get posted to Patreon for my paying backers every time I post a new main episode -- there are well over a hundred of these in the archive now. If you like the sound of these episodes, then go to patreon.com/andrewhickey and subscribe for as little as a dollar a month or ten dollars a year to get access to all those bonus episodes, plus new ones as they appear. Click below for the transcript Transcript Just a note before I begin, this episode deals with mental illness and with the methods, close to torture, used to treat it in the middle of the last century, so anyone for whom that's a delicate subject may want to skip this one. There's a term that often gets used about some musicians, "outsider music", and it's a term that I'm somewhat uncomfortable with. It's a term that gets applied to anyone eccentric, whether someone like Jandek who releases his own albums through mail order and just does his own thing, or someone like Hasil Adkins who made wild rockabilly music, or an entertainer like Tiny Tim who had a bizarre but consistent view of showbusiness, or a band like the Shaggs who were just plain incompetent, or people like Wesley Willis or Wild Man Fischer who had serious mental health problems. The problem with the term is that it erases these differences, and that it assumes that the most interesting thing about the music is the person behind it. It also erases talent, especially in the case of mentally ill artists. There are several mutually incompatible assumptions about creative artists who have mental health problems. One is that their music should be treated like a freak show, and either appreciated for that reason (if you're someone who gets their entertainment from someone else's suffering) or disdained (if you don't want to do that). Other people think that the mental illness *makes* the music, that great art comes from mental health problems, while yet others will argue that someone's art has nothing at all to do with their mental health, and is not influenced by it in any way. All of these positions are, of course, wrong. Mental illness doesn't stop someone from making great art -- except when it takes away the ability to make art at all of course -- people like Brian Wilson or Vincent Van Gogh are testament to that, and their best work has nothing to do with a freak show. But nor does it grant the ability to make great art. Someone with no musical talent who develops schizophrenia just becomes a schizophrenic person with no musical talent. But to say that mental illness doesn't affect the work is also nonsense. Everything about someone's life affects their art, especially something as important as their mental health. And the real problem with these labels comes with those artists who don't manage to develop a substantial body of work before their illness sets in. Those with real musical talent, but who end up getting put in the outsider artist bucket because their work is so obviously affected by their illness. And one of those is Roky Erickson, of the Thirteenth Floor Elevators. Erickson started his career aged fifteen with a group based in Austin, Texas, called the Spades -- and I hope that this wasn't intended as a racial slur, as the word was sometimes used at this time. Their first single, "We Sell Soul", released in 1965, shows the clear influence of "Gloria" by Them: [Excerpt: The Spades, "We Sell Soul"] That was a regional hit, and so their second single, the first song that Erickson had ever written, was recorded in the same style: [Excerpt: The Spades, "You're Gonna Miss Me"] But by December 1965, Erickson had left the Spades, and joined Stacy Sutherland, Benny Thurman, and John Ike Walton, the members of another band called the Lingsmen. They were joined by a fifth man, Tommy Hall, who became the band's lyricist, liner-note writer, and general spokesman, and who played an electric jug, creating an effect somewhere between bubbling and a wobble board. Hall started calling the group's music "psychedelic rock" in late 1965 after being influenced by Timothy Leary, and I've seen some people say he was the first person ever to use the term. The group released a rerecorded version of "You're Gonna Miss Me" on a small local label: [Excerpt: The Thirteenth Floor Elevators, "You're Gonna Miss Me"] That was released in January 1966, and later picked up by a larger label, International Artists, which was the home of a lot of Texan psychedelic bands, like the Golden Dawn and the Red Crayola. It spent most of the year slowly climbing the charts, eventually reaching number fifty-five -- the highest chart position the group would ever have. It was included on their debut album, The Psychedelic Sounds of the Thirteenth Floor Elevators, released towards the end of the year, by which time Thurman had been replaced by Ronnie Leatherman on bass. The album's liner notes were written by Hall and had a large amount of advocacy for the use of psychedelic drugs -- as did the music itself, though some of this was a little more subtle, like the song "Fire Engine", where the line "let me take you to the empty place" was meant to sound like "DMT place", DMT being a psychedelic drug: [Excerpt: The Thirteenth Floor Elevators, "Fire Engine"] Around this time, the band crossed paths with Janis Joplin, who was a big fan of the group and who they tried to get to join them, but Joplin decided to move to California instead. Tommy Hall was a huge advocate for both the potential of LSD to open people's minds, and of the general semantics of Alfred Korzybski, and his enthusiasm for both showed up on the group's second album. Unfortunately, not all of the group were of quite the same mind, and Leatherman and Walton left early in the sessions for that album, Easter Everywhere, which was considered not quite up to the standards of the previous album, though Erickson and Hall's eight-minute long "Slip Inside This House" is a favourite of most of the fans. [Excerpt: The Thirteenth Floor Elevators, "Slip Inside This House"] Unfortunately, the band started to disintegrate. The core of Erickson, Hall, and Sutherland remained together, but various bass players and drummers came and went -- though one of the band's rhythm sections, Duke Davis and Danny Thomas, was good enough that the band's label got them to back Lightnin' Hopkins on his album Free Form Patterns. According to reports I've read, Davis and Thomas were both on acid during the session, but they still play solidly throughout: [Excerpt: Lightnin' Hopkins, "Give Me Time to Think"] Another potential bass player at this point was a roommate of Erickson's, who Erickson tried to get into the band but who Hall turned down. Townes Van Zandt later went on to rather bigger things. Erickson also started to have some mental problems -- apparently taking LSD literally every day for years is not great for you. And when he was arrested for marijuana possession, he decided to use his mental health as a way to get out of a potential ten-year jail sentence, by getting three years in a psychiatric hospital instead. He later claimed that he was lying about his problems and acting mad to get this sentence, but he had been having problems before then. Hall and Sutherland and their current rhythm section finished up a few demos, and the record label put out one final album made up of outtakes, plus a faked live album with crowd noise overdubbed on some earlier studio recordings, but with their lead singer in hospital for three years the band split up. Hall became a Scientologist and quit the music industry altogether. If Erickson *was* faking his illness when he went into the hospital, he wasn't faking it by the time he came out. Psychiatric medicine was still in its infancy then. It's far from wonderful today, but at least in general you can be relatively sure that the treatment won't make you worse. That wasn't the case in the late sixties and early seventies, and Erickson was forced through multiple sessions of electro-shock therapy. (To be clear, electro-shock therapy can sometimes be effective for some conditions when done properly and with the patient's consent. This wasn't either.) When Erickson finally got out, he tried to put his life back together, and formed a new band called Bleib Alien, later renamed Roky Erickson and the Aliens, who made hard rock records with lyrics about science fiction and horror themes like zombies, fire demons, medical experimentation, and two-headed dogs: [Excerpt: Roky Erickson and the Aliens, "Two-Headed Dog"] Erickson became a cult artist, cited as an influence by everyone from Henry Rollins to ZZ Top, and intermittently released recordings for the next few decades, but he spent much of the time dealing with severe, untreated, schizophrenia. There are many stories about this time that get shared, and are easy to find online, but which I'm not going to repeat here because they tend to be shared in a freak-show manner. But by 2001 he was placed in the legal custody of his brother . This kind of situation is often abused, but in Erickson's case it seems to have done him good. His brother got him legal and medical help, and helped him start finally receiving royalties on some of his records. There was a one-off fiftieth anniversary reunion of most of the living original members of the Thirteenth Floor Elevators, and in 2010 Erickson released his finest album, a collaboration with the band Okkervil River, True Love Cast Out All Evil: [Excerpt: Roky Erickson and Okkervil River, "Ain't Blues Too Bad"] By all accounts the last years of Erickson's life were happier and more comfortable than any he'd had. He got to tour the world, playing for appreciative crowds, he got his schizophrenia under control, and he was able to live a relatively independent life, and to know that new generations of musicians admired his work. He died in 2019, aged seventy-one.