Have you ever had a moment when everything you thought you knew about your path suddenly shifted?

In today's episode, I sit down with textile artist Qualeasha Wood, whose innovative work bridges digital imagery with traditional craft techniques. She reveals the unexpected moments that led her from a completely different path into textile art. Qualeasha also shares the profound encounter that changed the trajectory of her art practice.

Through stories about family, creativity, and finding her authentic voice, Qualeasha offers powerful insights for any artist navigating their creative journey.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Qualeasha Wood and Her Art Journey

02:57 The Impact of Family and Community on Creativity

06:06 Early Influences and the Search for Representation in Art

08:53 Navigating the Art World: From Discouragement to Discovery

11:47 Finding a Medium: The Shift from Illustration to Printmaking

15:02 The Role of Textiles in Qualeasha's Artistic Expression

18:08 The Influence of Faith Ringgold and Career Shifts

21:09 Exploring Printmaking and the Intersection of Art and Identity

24:35 The Journey into Textile

27:50 Exploring Identity through Art

32:08 The Evolution of Artistic Mediums

37:12 Navigating Graduate School Decisions

41:00 Redefining Success in Art

47:35 Legacy and Impact through Textiles

  Connect With Qualeasha:

Website: Qualeasha’s Website

Instagram: Qualeasha Wood

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This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Santiago Cardona and Daniel Espinosa.

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