The fact that Paolo Arao and I both showed up to the podcast studio wearing orange winter hats and navy hoodies should tell you something of the kindred connection I feel with Paolo. After years of being online friends, we met up for breakfast about a month ago before going to see his most recent show that was about to close. Over a massive (and truly delicious) breakfast sandwich, we kept discovering commonalities: the way we think about color, how we navigate creative hiccups, our shared love of tarot. I knew right away that I wanted to invite him to SEAMSIDE so you could get a chance to meet him:

In this conversation, we discuss:
① how painting, music, and textiles can all weave together in a creative practice
② how our bodies can sense the power of textiles
③ how working with textiles can increase our tolerance for the unknown

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WHY LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE?
Listen to this episode with Paolo Arao for a deep dive into the interconnected world of textiles, painting, and music, exploring how these artistic forms can blend together into one practice. This episode offers listeners not only a glimpse into Paolo's vibrant creative journey but also valuable perspectives on the broader impact of textiles in art and life.

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