Join US Event Photos owner Mike Gatty as he talks to mom and son art team, Aaron Hill and Cheryl Lawson.  Cheryl discovered her love of art and creativity during the COVID-19 pandemic as she drew in the middle of Baltimore's Patterson Park.  Aaron is a social media personality who decided to bring his piano right out into our community, playing pop up concerts on the street corners, in the parks, in surrounding towns, and even in driveways.  We discuss everything from how art has been impacted by Black Lives Matter to teaching for 36 years in Baltimore City Schools.  Take a listen.

I continue our discussion about art and creativity with one of my favorite people: my Aunt, Jean LaVelle.   A Baltimore folk artist,  Aunt Jean sees the world differently, and through her art, brings her joyous visions to life. During a time when COVID is rampaging, and many face the holidays in isolation -- Aunt Jean's upbeat world view is a shot of Vitamin D.

I continue our discussion about art and creativity with one of my favorite people: my Aunt, Jean LaVelle.   A Baltimore folk artist,  Aunt Jean sees the world differently, and through her art, brings her joyous visions to life. During a time when COVID is rampaging, and many face the holidays in isolation — Aunt Jean’s upbeat world view is a shot of Vitamin D.

Join US Event Photos owner Mike Gatty as he talks the business of art with jewelry designer Allison Fomich.  They discuss how COVID has impacted the Baltimore art community,  dive into her jewelry design and creation business, and how everything ties together in this heart felt interview with the owner of Tiger Lilly.  If you're an artist trying to stay in business during COVID-19, you don't want to miss this talk.

Join US Event Photos owner Mike Gatty as he talks the business of art with jewelry designer Allison Fomich.  They discuss how COVID has impacted the Baltimore art community,  dive into her jewelry design and creation business, and how everything ties together in this heart felt interview with the owner of Tiger Lilly.  If you’re an artist trying to stay in business during COVID-19, you don’t want to miss this talk.

Join Podcast host Mike Gatty in an in-depth discussion with artist, wellness coach, and author Shelley Brown! Shelley's overriding life rule is to allow your weirdness, and explains: "Life is a freight town, on a roller coaster, straight down a rabbit hole. The only trick is when to get off." Shelley talks about how feminism influences her work, her upcoming book and her work as a mindfulness coach.

Join Podcast host Mike Gatty in an in-depth discussion with artist, wellness coach, and author Shelley Brown! Shelley’s overriding life rule is to allow your weirdness, and explains: “Life is a freight town, on a roller coaster, straight down a rabbit hole. The only trick is when to get off.” Shelley talks about how feminism influences her work, her upcoming book and her work as a mindfulness coach.

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Audio Only Verson.  Host Mike Gatty interviews community organizer and artist Martha (Stella) Simons about her Butchers Hill and Patterson Park outdoor art projects. From Chalk Night to Solstice Windows, Mandala Friday to Chester Street Critters, Martha contributes generously to the heart and soul of our Baltimore community.

For the walking tour of Chester Street Critters:  (Map)

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For more information on Mandala Friday:

https://www.facebook.com/events/381651019845275/

Audio Only Verson.  Host Mike Gatty interviews community organizer and artist Martha (Stella) Simons about her Butchers Hill and Patterson Park outdoor art projects. From Chalk Night to Solstice Windows, Mandala Friday to Chester Street Critters, Martha contributes generously to the heart and soul of our Baltimore community.

For the walking tour of Chester Street Critters:  (Map)

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?fbclid=IwAR2OV_uoeMeRlixVDDiYo_6mTVe5o6q6if1PpyMwb2H5VvEx2EQ7lN3ZILQ&fbclid=IwAR0X0X6U_iQnpy-3s1VkdOwOshwIpFOphMLmHrIyGOLpeN37dmoPijvQ0tM&fbclid=IwAR2HuIQO_kWFo_m2hV9_9_55E7pChh2IR7UyBGivejrfIxfs9gU3CjmkqBM&ll=39.29147869400608%2C-76.58745934999999&z=17&mid=1cdCR0DIyeAblUCN_YRsCToKLsYcFRCDB

For more information on Mandala Friday:

https://www.facebook.com/events/381651019845275/

Join host Mike Gatty as he talks with Kate Klusewitz, a local artist who founded the Black Lives Matter Window Mural Project in the Patterson Park neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland.  Kate and her artists have raised more than $6,000 for black advocacy groups, and have painted more than 100 local windows.