Art Walk

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 38, Youth Radio speaks to Bert Gilbert at the opening reception for the Outliers group show at the John Waldron Arts Center.

“Bert Gilbert uses unconventional materials to tell little private stories. The exploration and development of new processes drives the subtext of these stories.”

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the John Waldron Arts Center on June 5th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Gabe Davis & Lexington Babcock

Edited by Lexington Babcock

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 37, Youth Radio speaks to Dave Diegel at the opening reception for the Outliers group show at the John Waldron Arts Center. Dave Diegel is a 45 year resident of Monroe County. He works in multimedia constructions, as well as hand colored monotypes. His influences range from Thomas Hart Benton, to vintage postcards, to Dali and Dr. Seuss. 

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the John Waldron Arts Center on June 5th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Gabe Davis & Lexington Babcock

Edited by Lexington Babcock

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 36, Youth Radio speaks to Amy Brier, an exhibiting artist in The Outliers group show at the John Waldron Arts Center.

“Carved directly in stone, Amy Brier’s work combines traditional carving techniques with contemporary art ideas such as public interaction and appropriation. While her main means of production is carving, she does not limit her efforts to a single ‘signature’ medium. Instead, she moves between various media such as glass, stone, paper, metal.”

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the John Waldron Arts Center on June 5th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Gabe Davis & Lexington Babcock

Edited by Grace Cabrera

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 35, Youth Radio speaks to Ariana Berman, a member of The Outliers art group who is based in Lexington, Kentucky. Berman was present at the John Waldron Arts Center on June 5th during the opening of The Outliers group show. Berman is a sculptor who uses metals to represent the beauty of human imperfection and how it connects us all.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the John Waldron Arts Center on June 5th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Gabe Davis & Lexington Babcock

Edited by Lexington Babcock

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 34, Youth Radio speaks to Mel Yang, a current high school student and local artist. Mel was present at the Far Center on March 26th; the contemporary art center empowers artists through presentation and workshops. Mel’s pieces reflect the color wheel, and she is most inspired by television animators like The Owl House.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Far Center on March 26th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Gloria Chi

Edited by Maiza Munn

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It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 30, Youth Radio speaks to Han Mahabadi, an international student and MFA candidate at Indiana University. Han speaks on her interest and connection to rocks in an art space- specifically Iranian rocks.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Eskenazi School of Art and Design on March 9th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

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Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Ollie Schnell

Edited by Maiza Munn

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 30, Youth Radio speaks to Olaleye Baker, an artist in the BFA program at IU. We interviewed Ola at the Eskenazi School of Art on IU campus. Ola comes from a family of artists and is currently focusing on connecting her art to her hometown and culture.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Eskenazi School of Art and Design on March 9th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Ollie Schnell

Edited by Maiza Munn

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 31, Youth Radio speaks to Jesse Kogge, a photographer at Indiana University. We caught up with Jesse at the Fab Lab on IU campus where students and faculty have access to 3D printers, laser engravers, vinyl cutters, and more. Jesse is also a lover of many art forms yet prefers the creativity of photography.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Eskenazi School of Art and Design on March 9th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Ollie Schnell

Edited by Maiza Munn

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 30, Youth Radio speaks to Ben Cooke-Akaiwa, a jeweler and metal smith. We caught up with Ben at the end of his shift at the Fab Lab on IU campus where students and faculty have access to 3D printers, laser engravers, vinyl cutters, and more. Ben’s love for jewelry started at a young age and he started taking classes in high school.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Eskenazi School of Art and Design on March 9th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Ollie Schnell

Edited by Maiza Munn

It’s Art Walk on WFHB, where Youth Radio members attend local galleries and events to talk with artists and art lovers.

In episode 29, Youth Radio speaks to future art teacher Tommie, a student at Indiana University who enjoys 2D and 3D art. Their favorite mediums include charcoal drawing and ceramics. Tommie believes art is a way to express yourself and that expression is valuable for mental health and well-being.

This episode of Art Walk was recorded at the Eskenazi School of Art and Design on March 9th, 2026, in Bloomington, Indiana.

Credits:

Produced for WFHB’s Youth Radio

Interview by Ollie Schnell

Edited by Maiza Munn