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This week Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Leon Loucheur interview the legendary KRK Ryden.  Join us in a scintillating conversation, in which KRK tells us about his first encounter with Walt Disney, working with Mark Mothersbaugh, shares his wonderful book Double Talk, and so much more.  

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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This week Joshua Coffy joins Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa to talk all about NFTS!  We get into Joshua’s experience in creating his first NFT, and explain the global impact of NFTs and how they impact our environment.

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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Let’s take in the whole scene with San Francisco native Jen L. King.
Jennifer is an amazing oil painter who specializes in Trompe L’oeil style
paintings. She takes us on a journey through her inspiration, process, and
how she first began painting in her current style. We had a wonderful time
getting to know Jennifer and we hope you will too!

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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Should you explain your artwork or leave it up to the viewer? That is the question. Catherine
Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa talk about the pros and cons, and the hows and whys of
explaining your artwork to your audience. Lastly, they end the episode with a lively discussion
about the new Jim Henson exhibit at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco.

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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This week Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa had the pleasure of interviewing the extremely talented and hard working Tania Pomales!  Tania tells us about her background and shares wonderful tips and tricks ranging from where to get gorgeous frames or how to paint wings.  We end with a lively discussion about Frida Kahlo’s voice. 

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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This week Leon Loucheur and Skye Becker-Yamakawa talk about the How, What and Whys’ of creative blocks.  They share tips and tricks in dealing with these nasty guests and end the episode with a lively discussion about a child prodigy.

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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Join Catherine and Skye for a fun interview with the amazing Kristen Ferrell!  We discuss Kristen’s experience with the Keep a Breast Foundation, her love of animals, a Gutenberg press, and so much more.

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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What does an art gallery do for an artist? What are the pros and cons of working with an art
gallery? How do you get into an art gallery? How do you have a solo show with an art Gallery.
Join Cathering Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa as they discuss all of this and more on Off
the Easel this week!

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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Have you ever sculpted with Foam?  Check out Lacey Bryant as she sculpts a giant Tiger for the Chinese New Year Parade!  This week, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa have the wonderful opportunity to interview a ‘Jill of all Trades’, the incredibly talented Lacey Bryant!

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

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What job can an artist do to still make art and have a steady paycheck?  Teach Art!  This week Catherine and Skye share their experiences in the world of teaching. They also get into a deep discussion about forged Basquiat Art and conspiracy theories.

Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:

Skye Becker-Yamakawa

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/
• Web:  http://www.skyesart.com/

Catherine Moore

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/teaandcanvas/
• Web: http://teaandcanvas.com/

Polka Dot Raven

• IG: https://www.instagram.com/polkadotraven/