As we wrap up this series of conversations with Creative Exchange Fund recipients, we reflect on the incredible artistic innovation happening in and around Northwest Arkansas. From musical pioneers to visual revolutionaries, performance artists to cultural preservationists, these episodes have showcased the depth and diversity of our creative community. The Medium in Springdale has been our home for these conversations, highlighting its role as a vibrant hub for artistic exploration and community connection.

Meet all of our featured CXF artists at themedium.art/cxf-artists

Learn more about the Creative Exchange Fund at themedium.art/cxf

Thank you for joining us on this journey through the creative landscape of our region. Your support helps sustain and grow our thriving arts community.

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Classical musician Theresa Delaplain takes us inside her project "Of Children, Mind and Earth" through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Theresa shares how she's combining oboe performances with electronic elements to explore themes of social justice and human experience. Plus, she gives us insight into pieces like "Niobe," "Rachel Weeping for Her Children," and her original work "The Voices" exploring mental illness. Discover how this innovative artist is redefining performance, composition, and education while creating visceral connections with audiences.

Support Theresa by following her musical journey on Soundcloud @theresa-delaplain, YouTube @trdelaplain, and at theresadelaplain.com.

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Cultural advocate Carla Nemec takes us inside her project celebrating Arkansas artist Mary Talbert's centennial through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Carla shares how she's honoring Talbert's extensive body of work, which continues to be progressive in content and delivery while celebrating Arkansas's people and places. Plus, she gives us insight into the importance of recognizing and supporting senior artists in our community. Discover how this project is preserving artistic heritage while fostering intergenerational connections.

Support the Golden Creatives project by following along at thegoldencreatives.com.

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Visual artist Breseida "Brioch" Ochoa takes us inside her experimental video art centered on the Cempazuchitl flower through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Brioch shares how she explores new perspectives through alternative processes in photography and printmaking, often inspired by social issues and her community's environment. Plus, she gives us insight into her use of natural materials and her current work in Boston. Discover how this innovative artist incorporates unconventional materials and cultural themes to create deeper connections with her audience.

Support Brioch by following her artistic journey on Instagram @brioch17 and at brioch17.com.

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Modern abstract sculptor Timothy Smith takes us inside the creation of his monumental five-foot stainless steel and sandstone sculpture through his Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Timothy shares how his piece, featuring a mono-skeletal spine supporting winged ray alarys, transforms The Medium's front courtyard. Plus, he gives us insight into blending traditional sculpting with cutting-edge 3D printing techniques, and his journey to bring this piece from conception to installation. Discover how this innovative artist is bending space itself while pushing the boundaries of public art.

Support Timothy by following his artistic journey on Instagram @ttsmithdesign and at ttsmithsculpture.com.

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Novel Dance Company founder Lyle Oberman takes us inside her mission to make dance accessible to all through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Lyle shares how her latest production, "It's All a F*king Lie," challenges societal norms through humor and dance. Plus, she gives us insight into her creative process, her move to Long Beach, and her continued connection to Northwest Arkansas. Discover how this innovative choreographer is breaking down barriers while building an inclusive dance community.

Support Lyle by following Novel Dance Company on Instagram @noveldanceco and at noveldanceco.com.

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Performance artist Jessica Davenport takes us inside her daring exploration of Evangelical childhood experiences through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Jessica shares how she's transforming Sunday School memories into thought-provoking performance art, complete with oversized puppets, songs, and Bible stories. Plus, she gives us insight into how she draws from theatre, dance, and theatrical design to create movement-based performances that examine personal and universal themes. Discover how this interdisciplinary artist approaches sensitive subjects with authenticity rather than parody.

Support Jessica by following her artistic journey on Instagram @artbabyperformance and at artbabyperformance.com.

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Printmaker Paige Dirksen takes us inside her exploration of the fascinating parallels between woodcut prints and quilting through her Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Paige shares how she's stitching together these traditional crafts in innovative ways, fostering community art-making, and turning minimal geometric designs into tactile experiences. Plus, she gives us insight into her journey from creating marketable work to prioritizing artistic growth. Discover how this Medium Artist Resident is weaving communities together through the meditative magic of ink and fabric.

Support Paige by following her artistic journey on Instagram @paigedirksenstudio and at paigedirksen.com.

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Chris Long and Veronica Wirges of Monsterboy Lives take us inside their experimental blend of hip-hop, electronic, and world music through their Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, they share their journey from personal struggles to musical partnership, how they craft soulful vocals and vintage sounds in their home studio, and the creation of their project "In The Back Rooms." Discover how this dynamic duo is pushing creative boundaries while building community through music.

Support Chris and Veronica by following their journey on Instagram @monsterboylives and at monsterboylives.com.

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Hip-hop artist Eddie Canyon invites us into his distinctive southern sound and thought-provoking approach through his Creative Exchange Fund project. In this intimate conversation at The Medium in Springdale, Arkansas, Eddie shares how he weaves tales of battling addiction, thoughts on spirituality, and irreverent social commentary into his lyrics. Plus, he gives us insight into "Off Tha Top," his innovative pop-up collaborative experience, and his upcoming album recorded during this project. Discover how this Searcy native is pushing the boundaries of Arkansas hip-hop while maintaining that "the Matrix is real, but there's a way out."

Support Eddie by following his journey on Instagram @eddie.canyon and at eddiecanyon.com.

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