ART GAB

 In this episode we take a road trip to Illinois and visit artist Zach Mory, whose drawings connect comic book aesthetics to the history of midwestern magical realism and contemporary politics. We talk about his role as an artist working today, as well as, power necks.

Notes – In this episode Zach mentions Werner Herzog’s Fitzcarraldo(https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/great-movie-fitzcarraldo-1982), Philip Guston (https://www.moma.org/artists/2419), Capital City Distribution (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capital_City_Distribution), Nexus (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nexus_(comics), The Badger (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Badger_(comics)#:~:text=The%20Badger%20is%20a%20fictional,Comics%20also%20ceased%20all%20publications., Gertrude Abercrombie (https://hyperallergic.com/459812/a-surrealist-painter-who-collaborated-with-the-chicago-jazz-scene/), and Fred Hampton (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Hampton).

In this episode Brian hart is our guest. Brian is a Co-Host/Producer of podcast 10 Bestest, a condensed way for you to learn new things to enhance various aspects of your life. Hart is also an Event Organizer at TEDxSalem.com and Board Member at Salem Progressive Film Series. He is a kind person and inspiring art powerhouse. 

https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/10-bestest

Brian Hart: Salem’s Superman

In this episode we talk with Portland painter Austin Eddy about his luscious work and upcoming exhibit. We discuss the role art has in society today, as well as his upcoming exhibit: fordgallerypdx.com

 

In this episode we talk with Courtney and Travis Toll about their project, Portrait Slam, a series of fun photography events where fashion and art reign supreme.

Back in September 2018, Portrait Slam was born. In an Elks lodge in Medford Oregon, local models and photographers explored every nook and keyhole of the then-vacant property. Founders, Travis and Courtney Toll, have been hosting these portrait slams in communities across the PNW ever since.

More information can be found at:https://www.portraitslam.com/https://www.facebook.com/portraitslams/Travis Toll [email protected]

This episode we interview the Portland art power couple Eric and Tamara Dayton. Eric Dayton is the co-founder and chief creative officer at SightWorks, as well as owner and curator at Oranj Studio. Tamara Dayton is an owner and stylist at Oranj Studio. Oranj Studio combines three modes of creative expression—luxury salon, fine boutique, art exhibitions—to offer a unique experience in the heart of Portland’s South Waterfront. This modern space offers the best in style, fashion, and beauty. The creative vision behind Oranj Studio feeds its fresh approach to personal style and expression. Exclusive, modern, and fashion-forward, Oranj Studio provides an exceptional experience via luxury products and services, with access to high-in-demand stylists. More information on their work can be seen at :

https://www.oranjstudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/oranjstudio

https://www.facebook.com/oranjstudio/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-dayton-18bb5a7/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdayton/

Mentioned in this episode:

https://www.oranjstudio.com/blog/style/Amita-Moticka-2019-Pop-Up

https://dipietrotodd.com/people/amita-moticka/

https://art21.org/artist/matthew-barney/

http://www.artnet.com/artists/andy-goldsworthy/

https://bijulesnyc.com/

https://www.vkdesignsjewelry.com/

https://www.pinkhammillinery.com/

https://bethanygosvener.com/

https://www.rumestudio.co

https://www.buzzsprout.com/917977

https://www.twfps.com/

 

In this episode we interview Shawn Demarest, a local painter whose moody Portland streetscapes capture the feelings and character of place. We talk about light, residencies, and artistic growth.

IntroShawn Demarest, a local oil painter whose moody Portland streetscapes capture the feelings and character of place. She received a BFA from the University of Colorado with a focus on printmaking and painting, a BA in Mathematics. Later studies led to an MA in Architecture. Demarest is the recipient of RACC (Regional Arts and Culture Council) Individual Project Grants and a Professional Development Grant. She was awarded residencies to Playa Summer Lake, Mojave Natural Preserve, The University Club of Portland, and The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation in Taos, New Mexico. Demarest has multi-panel installations in Portland’s Rivereast Building and Portland Community College. She has individual paintings in RACC’s Portable Works Collection, Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) and Gladys McCoy Health Department Headquarters. Shawn Demarest is represented by Waterstone Gallery in Portland,OR and the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) Gallery in Seattle, WA. Her work can be seen at https://www.shawndemarest.com/

Shawn Demarest <[email protected]>

https://www.shawndemarest.com/

 

This episode we interview the fantastic freelance illustrator, Jenna Lechner and hear all about what she’s up to.

Jenna is a freelance illustrator living in Portland, OR. She is currently listening to the Supremes, drawing, and wearing a sweater out-of-season, probably. She studied art and art history in Florence, Italy, and the University of Oregon. She received a bachelor’s of fine art degree (in printmaking) in 2010 and works in natural media like watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink. She also loves paper crafts, print media, and writing profiles in the third person.

For commission inquiries, or to say hi, email: [email protected]

Upcoming show at Land Gallery on Mississippi will be April 23, 2020 & instagram page is here. 

Jenna teaches as well! You can find a list of classes, here.

Here are her sites with her work:IG: https://www.instagram.com/jennamlechner/Website: https://jennalechner.com/Behance: https://www.behance.net/jennalechner

We regret to inform our listeners that there may have been some miss-information in this podcast. Scarlett Johansson was actually not in the Moomins tv show remake, it’s actually Kate Winslet – >> Cast list info here 😛

 

Alia Bird  is a Portland Tattoo artist, illustrator, and social worker. Her unique style incorporates natural elements and animals in an enchanting way. Ashley and Kendra sit down with her to talk about art and tattoos in Portland.

* www.aliabird.com

* [email protected]

* https://www.happycampertattoo.com/

* https://www.instagram.com/halloween__parade/

* https://www.facebook.com/aliamsmith

* https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/9991736/oldest-tattoos-ancient-egypt-mummy/