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Art From The Streets episodes
- Dennis Milecki - Artist
In this episode, Dennis Milecki joins to talk about his journey as an artist. Dennis talks about his childhood growing up in Baltimore, how film-making and vinyl records brought him to Austin, how he discovered Art From The Streets, the art techniques he is focusing on now, the story of when he sold his first painting through Art From The Streets, how the program has changed his life, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Dennis' artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
13 min - Walter Weaver - Artist
Trigger Warning: This episode talks about addiction.
Walter Weaver, a new artist at Art From The Streets, joins us in this episode. Walt opens up about being his struggles with drug addiction, what he wishes people knew about addiction, how to support someone with addiction, what his first impression was of Art From The Streets, what excites him about being a part of the program, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Walt's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
12 min - Lydia Townsend - Artist
Artist Lydia Townsend joins us for this episode to share more of her story and how Art From The Streets helps to relieve her stress. She talks about how Hurricane Katrina brought her to Austin, how she met her husband Keifred who is also an artist in the program, how creating art is therapeutic, what her goals are, advice she would give to her younger self, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Lydia's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
10 min - Megan Maurice - Artist
Trigger Warning: Suicide is talked about in this episode.
In this episode, Megan Maurice opens up about the struggles that she has had over the past year. You will hear about the tragedies that have contributed to her struggles with mental health, the legal issues she is currently going through, how Art From The Streets has helped her process her emotions, what she hopes to express through her art, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Megan's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
8 min - Kevin Lane - Artist
Kevin Lane joins us for this episode to talk about his childhood and what he enjoys about being an artist at Art From The Streets. Kevin talks about growing up in Denver and his experience being the only black student at Catholic school. He talks about why he moved to Austin, what it's been like raising his daughter, the styles of art that he is drawn to create, and what his favorite part of Art From The Streets is.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Kevin's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
9 min - Damian Todd - Artist
Damian Todd joins us in this episode to talk about his experience at Art From The Streets and his mindset around creating art. Damian talks about how Art From The Streets has opened up his mind, what his emotions are before an Art From The Streets show, how he felt after selling his first painting, why he paints himself as the subject in some of his work, what he has learned from the other artists within Art From The Streets, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Damian's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
8 min - Hugh Miles - Artist
In this episode, you will meet Hugh Miles who has been an artist with Art From The Streets for 30 years - longer than any of the other artists! Hugh talks about getting recognized for his art talent at a young age, growing up in a dysfunctional family, the people that encouraged him, winning a national honor for his art, how he discovered Art From The Streets, what brought him hope in a dark time, and advice he would give to his younger self.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Hugh's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
14 min - Kate Stevenson - Artist
In this episode, Kate Stevenson talks about her life as an artist and gives encouragement for other artists out there. Kate talks about her journey from England to Austin, what inspires her art, why she tries not to get attached to her own work, the importance of positivity, how Art From The Streets has opened a door for her, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Kate's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
11 min - Synethia Kelly - Artist
In this episode, you’ll hear from artist Synethia Kelly. Synethia talks about growing up in Mississippi, running track and field in high school, how Hurricane Katrina led her to Austin, how she became homeless, overcoming anxiety and depression, meeting her idol rapper 50 Cent, and how Art From The Streets has given her hope and a purpose.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Synethia's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
14 min - Tom Jett - Artist
In this episode, Tom Jett sits down to talk about his background and how Art From The Streets has transformed his life. Tom talks about his childhood, going to college on a swimming scholarship, how he discovered Art From The Streets, how the challenges in his life inspire him to create "happy art", the story behind a painting that has special meaning to him, and more.
Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.
Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.
Check out some of Tom's artwork on the website here.
Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here.
Donate to Art From The Streets here.
Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!
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About Art From The Streets
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The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic…
endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. These episodes hope to share more of each artist's story.