Summary

In this conversation, Boy Donald shares his artistic journey, exploring themes of identity, race, gender, and sexuality through various mediums including dance, drag, and film. He discusses the transformative power of drag, the challenges faced as a gender nonconforming artist, and the importance of representation in the BDSM community. Donald reflects on his experiences in Broadway, the creative process behind his projects, and his aspirations for future work that inspires and uplifts marginalized voices.

Keywords

art, identity, drag, performance, representation, BDSM, queer, gender nonconforming, activism, creativity

Takeaways

Guest Information

Guest’s Website: www.donaldcshorterjr.com

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00:00 Donald Shorter Interview

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Summary

In this conversation, Boy Donald shares his artistic journey, exploring themes of identity, race, gender, and sexuality through various mediums including dance, drag, and film. He discusses the transformative power of drag, the challenges faced as a gender nonconforming artist, and the importance of representation in the BDSM community. Donald reflects on his experiences in Broadway, the creative process behind his projects, and his aspirations for future work that inspires and uplifts marginalized voices.

Keywords

art, identity, drag, performance, representation, BDSM, queer, gender nonconforming, activism, creativity

Takeaways

Guest Information

Guest’s Website: www.donaldcshorterjr.com

Chapters

00:00 Donald Shorter Interview

Art in the Raw Resources

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Bluesky @salonnaturale.art

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In this engaging conversation, Ben Seaman shares his artistic journey from aspiring therapist to painter, exploring the intersection of art and queer identity. He discusses the impact of COVID on his creative process, his techniques in figure painting, and the influence of psychology on his work. Ben reflects on the importance of visibility for queer artists and the challenges they face, while also offering advice for emerging artists. The conversation culminates in a rapid-fire question segment that reveals Ben's artistic preferences and aspirations for the future.

Keywords

Ben Seaman, queer art, figure painting, artistic journey, therapy, creativity, LGBTQ+ representation, art techniques, emotional expression, artistic influences

Takeaways

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Guest’s Website: www.site.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

Art in the Raw Resources

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In this conversation, Tom Calloway shares his journey as a photographer, exploring themes of identity, representation, and the artistic process. He discusses his unique approach to capturing the male figure, influenced by his queer identity and experiences in the yoga community. Tom emphasizes the importance of diversity in his work and the challenges he faces as a non-professional photographer. He reflects on his artistic evolution, inspirations, and future aspirations, encouraging young queer artists to keep creating and sharing their work.

Keywords

Tom Calloway, photography, queer art, male figure, artistic journey, representation, challenges, creative process, influences, identity

Takeaways

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Guest’s Instagram:  @tom.calloway.photography

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tom Calloway

Art in the Raw Resources

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In this conversation, @Rob Clarke discusses his artistic journey, exploring the evolution of his style from traditional to digital mediums. He reflects on the influence of everyday life and pop culture on his work, the role of humor in balancing darker themes, and the impact of the internet on art communities. Clarke also navigates the complexities of personal identity in relation to audience expectations and the challenges of masculinity in contemporary art. He shares insights on the future of art in the age of AI and digital trends, concluding with personal reflections on his artistic direction.

Keywords

Rob Clarke, queer art, digital art, artistic evolution, humor in art, everyday inspiration, kinks in art, internet and art, masculinity in art, AI in art

Takeaways

Rob Clarke has been an artist for many decades, evolving from traditional to digital mediums.

Guest Information

Rob's Website: https://robclarke.net/

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00:00 Introduction to Rob Clark and His Artistic Journey

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