Episode 21 April Murphy

April Murphy makes what she calls “feel good art” , vibrant colors, story filled compositions, and lots of sweet cats, dogs, penguins, and more! April and I had a great conversation on this podcast, she talks about the evolution she went through to become a full time professional artist.   April has a studio at Winter Street Studios in the …

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Emily Dingmann and Elena Soterakis

Emily Dingmann and Elena Soterakis met in college in New York  at the School of Visual Arts.  They were also room mates and shared the experience of walking in Gramercy Park which requires a key, they had one,  and seeing the likes of Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman and Chole Sevigny among others,  this, made for a very unique college life …

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Hagit Barkai

Hagit Barkai is my guest on this episode. Hagit  is an artist and professor from Israel. Hagit has called Houston home once before, and recently returned. Her work is more than narrative, it is philosophical questions we ask ourselves, mirrors of understanding or lack of, when we are seeking. Our conversation was very interesting as Hagit tells me a little …

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Silvia Pinto Souza

Silvia has been a professional artist for her whole life!! Her colorful paintings reflect her travels and love of painting.  I sat down with her to have a beautiful conversation about her upcoming show and association with Archway Gallery at 2305 Dunlavy.  Visit her website for more info and see her paintings at Archway Gallery. www.sps-art.com www.archwaygallery.com June 2, 2018 …

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Episode 17: Andy Dearwater

Andy Dearwater received his BFA in painting in 1982 and has worked in graphic design, and illustration for 23 years. He has his own company, Dearwater Design where he continues to build an impressive portfolio, but he has turned his attention to painting again, for himself.   He has a studio at Winter Street Studios upstairs in Studio 7.   …

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Chris Silkwood

Chris Silkwood is  resident artist at the Winter Street Studios located within the Sawyer Yards Arts District, she opens her (garage) door every 2nd Saturday 12-5 inviting guests to peruse her beautiful mosaic art pieces.  Chris studied with master mosaic artists in Australia, and has tried to remain true to the ancient origins of the genre but with a modern …

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Episode 14: Alan Gonzalez

Alan Gonzalez is a breath of fresh air, handsome, and full of charisma! Alan is the dynamic personality that isn’t compensating, he’s  telling you the real… this lovely honesty has inspired his work and the current line scheduled to open March 22,2018 at the MATCH.  Check out Alan’s website for the video vignettes that explain it all.  In our podcast, …

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Episode 13: Ron Gordon

Ron Gordon is a delightful artist and person! An artist early in life, he has worked as graphic designer, portraitist, muralist, educator,  and principal, all around fun leader to mention only a few of the many hats Mr. Gordon wears.   His work is part of “corporate and private collections across the country”… with recent clients that include “medical facilities, …

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Episode 12: Isabelle Perreau

  Isabelle Perreau is a photographer with soul.  She has an ability to take a picture that is filled with emotion and sensitivity.  Isa is French, but has lived or visited places all over the world, this experience of culture has informed her work with a greater sensibility in understanding of the human condition.  Isa is a member of the …

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