Art Affairs

On this special two year anniversary episode, i talk with, one of my personal favorite artists and friend, Esao Andrews.

We discuss how he first started doing covers for Circa Survive, his unique blending of haunted mystery and tender warmth, his more recent entrance onto the mural scene, and a whole lot more. I hope you enjoy this extra special edition, with one of Mesa's finest.

Also mentioned in this episode: Erik Ellington, James Jean, Tomer Hanuka, Mu Pan, Kenichi Hoshine, Nicolas Uribe, Nathan Fox, Fuse Gallery, Tristan Eaton, Dr. Revolt, Jonathan LeVine Gallery, Thinkspace Projects, Roq la Rue Gallery, Pow! Wow! Worldwide, Aaron Horkey, David Choe, and Martin Wittfooth.

• Website: esao.net
• Instagram: @esao
• Facebook: @esaoandrewsart

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Caitlin Hackett.

We discuss her childhood growing up in the woods of Northern California, her love of magic and mythology, her focus on humanity's somewhat problematic relationship with animals and the natural world, and so much more.

Also mentioned in this episode: Laurie Lipton, Jeremy Hush, Brian Serway, Dark Art Emporium, The People's Print Shop, Allison Sommers, and Christina Mrozik.

• Website: caitlinhackett.com
• Instagram: @caitlin_hackett
• Facebook: @caitlinhackettartofficial
• Twitter: @Caitlin_Hackett

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Tiffany Bozic.

We discuss her childhood experience growing up on a farm in rural Arkansas, how she first started getting work into galleries, her recent book project with Simon & Schuster, and a whole lot more! Literally the most guest-requested artist to date, on Art Affairs 48.

Also mentioned in this episode: Zoe Keller, Christina Mrozik, Jane Kim, Mike Giant, Jeremy Fish, Damon Soule, Shepard Fairey, 111 Minna Gallery, Joshua Liner Gallery, Haley Mellin, Gingko Press, and Isabella Kirkland.

• Website: tiffanybozic.com
• Instagram: @t.bozic

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, owner of Spoke Art, Hashimoto Contemporary, and man of many hats, Ken Harman Hashimoto.

We discuss how he first got into the gallery business, their expansion into print and book publishing, the new location opening in L.A., and a whole lot more! Another great gallerist and wonderful presence in the community, on Art Affairs 47.

Also mentioned in this episode: Arrested Motion, Hi-Fructose, Chuck Sperry, Alex Pardee, Rod Luff, Felicia Chiao, Zach Tudor, Dasha Matsuura, Jennifer Rizzo, Max Dalton, Rory Kurtz, Mike Mitchell, and Mitch Putnam.

• Instagram: @ken_harman_hashimoto
• Facebook: @harman.ken

• Website: spoke-art.com
• Instagram: @spoke_art
• Facebook: @spokeart
• Twitter: @spoke_art

• Website: hashimotocontemporary.com
• Instagram: @hashimotocontemporary
• Facebook: @HashimotoContemporary
• Twitter: @Hashimoto_SF

• Website: paragon-books.com
• Instagram: @paragon_books

• Website: thepeoplesprintshop.com
• Instagram: @peoplesprints

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, paper artist, Huntz Liu.

We discuss his early years doing web design, how he first got started making cut-paper works, his latest solo show at Thinkspace, and a whole lot more!

Also mentioned in this episode: Muriel Guépin Gallery, GR2 Gallery, Pow! Wow! Antelope Valley, Vertical Gallery, and Saelee Oh.

• Website: huntzliu.com
• Instagram: @huntzhuntz
• Facebook: @huntz.art

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Hebru Brantley.

We discuss growing up painting graffiti in the streets of Chicago, his desire to create characters that are more representative of and relatable to the black community, his upcoming solo show at Ross-Sutton Gallery, and a ton more! A legit Chicago legend, on Art Affairs 45.

Also mentioned in this episode: Little Black Pearl, The Zhou Brothers, Theaster Gates, Derrick Adams, Nina Chanel Abney, Brandon Deener, James Jean, and Madsaki.

• Website: hebrubrantley.com
• Instagram: @hebrubrantley

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Linnea Strid.

We discuss how she first got started showing her art at the age of 16, her heavy focus on painting strong emotions and water, what she's been working on lately, and a whole lot more!

Also mentioned in this episode: Thinkspace Projects, GR2 Gallery, Cactus Gallery, Dark Art Emporium, Gristle Gallery, and Jana Brike.

• Website: linneastrid.se
• Instagram: @yourfavouritecolor
• Facebook: @LinneaStridArt
• Patreon: linneastrid

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Arinze Stanley.

We discuss his experience growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, his strong desire to make art that gives a voice to the voiceless, his upcoming show at Corridor Contemporary, and a whole lot more!

Also mentioned in this episode: Ken Nwadiogbu, Kelvin Okafor, Omenka Gallery, Marcel Katz Art, Jonathan Levine Projects, Corey Helford Gallery, LA Art Show, Arcadia Contemporary, and Oscar Ukonu.

Cover image photo by Ebuka Anyiam.

• Website: arinzestanley.com
• Instagram: @arinze
• Facebook: @Harinzeyart
• Twitter: @harinzeyart

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Lauren YS.

We discuss how they first got started in the mural scene, the incredible activist work they've been doing in support of the LGBTQ, BIPOC, and AAPI communities (@squidtropica), their upcoming solo show at Heron Arts, and a whole lot more. We're taking it to the streets, once again, on Art Affairs 42 (the answer to life, the universe, and everything).

Also mentioned in this episode: Juxtapoz, Nychos, Pow! Wow! Worldwide, Spoke Art, Static Medium, and Mr. Aryz.

• Website: laurenys.com
• Instagram: @squid.licker
• Facebook: @laurenysart

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On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with the owner of Giant Robot, Eric Nakamura.

We discuss how Giant Robot first got started in the mid-90s, the evolution of Eric's career to include store owner and gallerist, how he and the Giant Robot operation evolved in response to covid, and a whole lot more! Talking with a genuine cultural influencer on Art Affairs 41.

Also mentioned in this episode: Martin Wong, UglyDolls, Ai Yamaguchi, Kozyndan, David Choe, Deth P. Sun, James Jean, Popshop Live, Daniel Rolnik, Luke Chueh, Rob Sato, and Katsuya Terada.

• Website: ericnakamura.com
• Instagram: @ericnakamura
• Facebook: @ericnakamura

• Website: giantrobot.com
• Instagram: @giantrobot
• Facebook @GiantRobotMagazine
• Twitter: @giantroboteric

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