The Artists’ Blend

Ep. 12 - “Jos of All Trades” (The Art of Pursuing Multiple Art Forms)


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Jos does A LOT. He was Lola in the international tour of Kinky Boots, he designed costumes for Steppenwolf, he had a featured role on Showtime’s “The Chi,” he’s a makeup artist, he offers multiple masterclasses, and so much more! We had a great discussion with Jos on how artists can not just juggle, but fully pursue their multifaceted nature and wide variety of interests as artists. Read Jos’ full bio below, and visit their website here.

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A true renaissance man... Jos N. Banks is a multi- award winning Visual/ Performing Arts Artist, Costume Designer, Stylist & Teaching Artist hailing from Chicago, IL. Tours: International (US, Canada, China & Singapore ) - KINKY BOOTS (Lola), North American / Canadian - HAIR (Hud), THE COLOR PURPLE (Harpo). Regional: MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT & CHOIR BOY (Steppenwolf), THE COLOR PURPLE (The Muny), SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD (Farmers Alley Theatre), WHAT TO SEND UP (Congo Square), JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Paramount Theatre), SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE (Drury Lane Theatre), THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS (Porchlight Music Theatre). Film: “Ocean” in Showtime’s "THE CHI”, “Dr. Greg Martinson” in Showtime’s “WORK IN PROGRESS” & Rise Against' music video "Make It Stop" (Lead). Jos is a well rounded designer, having interned with Micheal Kors at Teen Vogue Magazine, in NYC for his fashion designs & illustrations. Nominated Best Costume Designer for the 2012, 2016/17 & 2019 BTAA (Black Theater Alliance Awards). 

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The Artists’ BlendBy Austin Jeffrey Smith and Easton J. Curtis