PMI’s next guest of season 4 is Aniekan Udofia. Aniekan is a Nigerian painter and muralist in the DC area with a recognizable style that connects to the city. This episode dives into the challenges of pursuing art full time and the importance of community in creativity. The episode “The Need to Survive” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website.

More of Aniekan: @aniekanreloaded

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PMI’s next guests of season 4 are Kaitlyn Jackson and Madeline Raube. These two incredible performers sit down to discuss their stories, what it is like performing at the stunning Tuacahn amphitheater, and the creativity in performing in this unique setting. The episode “Countess and the Ice Queen” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Kaitlyn: @kaitlynjackson13

More of Madeline: @mdrsinger

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PMI’s next guest of season 4 is Karissa Noonan. This tie dye artist based in Phoenix elevates a common craft with unique designs and deep, vibrant colors. In this episode, Karissa dives into how to schedule creative time, finding inspiration from your environment, and trusting yourself. The episode “Loud and Chaotic” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Karissa: @peacelovetiedye.phx

PMI’s next guest of season 4 is Julius Szakolczai. Or as some call him, Julius the yoyo guy. His love for the craft is infectious. In this episode, Julius dives into his philosophy of the importance of tying things out and experimenting with art. Yoyo has endless possibilities of tricks and pushes your creativity. The episode “All YoYo” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Julius:@allyoyo_oficial

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PMI’s next guest of season 4 is Tawney Bubbles. Her balloon mastery ranges from sculpture to fashion. In her episode, Tawney dives into the unique world of balloon art and challenges it creates. She explains forced creativity and how it can push your artistry to the limits on the spot. Balloons are temporary, but they can have an everlasting impact. The episode “World Inflated” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Tawney: worldinflated.com

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PMI’s next guest of season 4 is Matthew Plaza. Based in Arizona, this abstract painter applies his classical music background to his newfound love of painting. These terms like harmonies and mixing allow his visual arts to stand apart from others in the craft. In this episode, Matthew breaks down his creativity, transition from music, and the power of inspiration. The episode “Optical Mixing” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Matthew:@matthewplaza.art

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PMI’s first guest of season 4 is Rebecca Fox! She is a San Francisco based metal sculptor who  brings her unique style to the craft. Inspired by circles, her pieces tell stories of continuous flow and life. This episode dives into the qualities and artistry of her metal working from ten foot sculptures to beautiful jewelry. The episode “Pure to the Metal” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of rebecca:@rebeccafoxstudio

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Come along with me as I recap what l learned from my season 3 artists. Season 4 is coming soon, so be sure to subscribe to Pique My Interest to get all the latest episodes. Thanks to all my season 3 artists!

PMI’s first guest of the holiday series is Stephanie Ma! In the episode “All You can Wreath” Stephanie shares her passion for wreathmaking, which she says invites a person into the home with a piece of you. She takes the invitation one step further through the platform Hoamsy, inviting students into her home studio to learn the craft of wreathmaking. Be sure to subscribe to Pique My Interest wherever you get your podcasts and follow on Instagram. @pique.my.interest

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More of Stephanie: @ma_happyplace

Hoamsy: @hoamsy

PMI’s next guest of season 3 is Stephanie Metz. She is a San Jose based fiber sculpture artist. She has mastered needle felting, a craft to continuously poke fibers with tools to create unique shapes while inspiring you to wonder. She dives into giving yourself patience fail long enough to eventually get good at it. The episode “Every Poke Makes a Difference” is available where you get your podcasts as well as the PMI Website. 

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More of Josh: @stephanie_metz_sculpture

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