Podcasts about vollis simpson

This week the one and only, Juan Logan, joins Studio Noize!Juan is an incredibly prolific and creative artist whose work touches on all kinds of materials and issues. Using his head symbol he has created paintings, sculptures, installations, prints, and videos questioning America's status quo and expressing his thoughts on the Black experience. We talk about Juan's amazing 7,100 sq ft studio, how he is constantly working, the various levels of meaning to the symbols he uses, and how his passion for art translates to his collecting. Episode 110 topics include:creating work in a seriesexploring different mediums and materialsusing symbols to discuss heavy subjectsthe reasons to collect artthe real-life effects of racial biashandling a shipping disaster how studio space affects your art practiceBorn in Nashville, Tennessee, Juan Logan now lives and works in Belmont, North Carolina. Logan's artworks address subjects relevant to the American experience. At once abstract and representational, his paintings, drawings, sculptures, installations, and videos address the interconnections of race, place, and power. They make visible how hierarchical relations and social stereotypes shape individuals, institutions, and the material and mental landscapes of contemporary life.Juan Logan is currently the Conservation Manager at the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Project. This project is actively restoring thirty-one large-scale sculptures created by artist Vollis Simpson for the city of Wilson, NC.See More: www.juanlogan.com + @juan.loganFollow us:StudioNoizePodcast.comIG: @studionoizepodcastJamaal Barber: @JBarberStudioSupport the podcast www.patreon.com/studionoizepodcast

Ryan discusses Vollis Simpson and his Whirligigs with Jeff Bell, Executive Director of the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and Museum in historic Downtown Wilson.

Vollis Simpson may be North Carolina's most famous self-taught artist. His massive, whimsical whirligigs have attracted curious travelers to eastern North Carolina for decades, and they now anchor the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in historic downtown Wilson. In this episode, we explore how the park came to be, and why it's now a national model for arts driven economic development. *** This episode features music by Phil Cook, and a interview excerpt from a UNC-TV feature on Vollis Simpson. Arts Across NC is a podcast by and about the North Carolina Arts Council. Visit www.ncarts.org to learn more.

On one side of the state, North Carolina has the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. On the coastal side, the state boasts wild horses and deep blue waters. However, the center of the North Carolina holds surprising treasures and a rich history. After losing the tobacco and textile industries, Kinston’s Mayor, B.J. Murphy tells us that his small town turned to the arts for economic revitalization. Even after traveling to Kinston for decades, Ian experienced a new community that is rich in all art forms-- from music and visual arts to brewing and distilling arts. North Carolina has a rich musical heritage. Darrell Stover, Cultural Historian for African Music Trails of North Carolina tells us how the Eastern part of the state is now being recognized for its musical contribution. A kinetic art sculpture park created by visionary artist Vollis Simpson forms the center price of a new district in historic Wilson, North Carolina. Whirligigs have also been adopted as North Carolina’s official folk art. Bob Timberlake (a possible relation to Justin Timberlake) is one of America’s foremost artists, and the person behind some of the most successful furniture sold around the world. We visited him at his home gallery in Lexington, NC. Join us as we experience the art of central and eastern North Carolina and get a history lesson aboard the Confederate Ironclad ship the CSS Neuse II. Plus, Learn the secrets of barbeque from a master cook...on World Footprints radio with Ian and Tonya Fitzpatrick.

From a sea turtle release on the coast, to restoring the historical grandeur of rooms at the Biltmore Estate, to an artist's gift of love to mothers of fallen soldiers, to the opening of a park displaying the work of iconic folk artist Vollis Simpson, producer Heather Burgiss shares some of her favorite stories from the past year.

Wilmington helps test a new wi-fi option. Veteran NPR journalist Carl Kassell shares insights & stories from his career.

The Blind Center of NC helps the visually impaired gain independence. A visit with artist Vollis Simpson - the iconic whirligig maker who passed away last week. And Amy Russell previews the new summer season at the NC Symphony.