Positive Space: Conversation in Art Foundations

By Foundations in Art: Theory and Education

What's Positive Space: Conversation in Art Foundations about?

Positive Space is a podcast providing opportunities for those passionate about art foundations to discuss and promote excellence in the development and teaching of college level foundations in art studio and art history classes.

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Positive Space: Conversation in Art Foundations episodes:

04.17.2019
Episode 39: FATE at MACCA
This episode of Positive Space feature interviews with participants in the FATE affiliate session at the Mid-America College Art Association (MACCA) Conference. At the FATE panel, participants were asked to find or think up something that made them uncomfortable and...
03.29.2019
Episode 38: Andrew McCauley
We speak with Andrew McCauley, Vice President of FATE's Biennial Conference. He speaks about the upcoming conference, Foundations in Flux and all the events surrounding it, how it's different from past conferences what to do in Columbus.
10.24.2018
Episode 37: Micahel Arrigio
How can we encourage students to be comfortable in the discomfort of the creative process? How can we stay energized in a field where burn out is very common? We unpack these questions and many more with Professor of Art...
10.10.2018
Episode 36: Libby McFalls
Positive Space speaks with Libby McFalls, Professor of Art and Foundations Coordinator at Columbus State UNiversity. She discusses how to change a foundations curriculum by asking "What are we good at?" how to balance life, art and teaching and her...
09.26.2018
Episode 35: Guen Montgomery
Positive Space talks with Guen Montgomery MACAA representative for the FATE Board of Directors. She discusses the changing curriculum at the University Illinois Urbana-Champaign and turns the table on host Valerie Powell.
09.12.2018
Episode 34: Joshua Brinlee
Joshua Brinlee discusses his role as Foundations Coordinator at the University of Mississippi, the idea of living in the question and the tenure process.
06.27.2018
Episode #33: Anthony Watkins
In this episode Positive Space sits down with Anthony Watkins, Associate Professor of Graphic Design at Sam Houston State University. Watkins discusses foundations effect on Graphic Design, teaching professionalism in his field and inspirations for students.
06.13.2018
Episode # 32: Michael Marks
In this episode Positive Space speaks with Michael Marks, Associate Professor of Art and Foundations Program Coordinator at the South Carolina School of the Arts at Anderson University. Michael discusses the foundations program at Anderson University and the release of...
05.23.2018
Episode #31: Jesse Payne
In this episode Positive Space speaks with Jesse Payne, Head of the Drawing Studio and Assistant Professor in the Art & Design Foundations Department at Virginia Commonwealth University, based in Doha, Qatar. Mr. Payne discusses the opportunities created teaching at...
05.09.2018
Episode # 30: Gary Setzer
We discuss creative detours, the mystery of art, becoming comfortable in your own skin as well as the habit and repetition and the true courage it takes to make things, with artist and educator, Gary Setzer, Associate Professor, Division Chair...
04.25.2018
Episode 29: Lily Kuonen
Experimentation is something everyone talks about, but rarely are practical examples of how to implement experimentation within our creative studios and classroom spaces deeply examined. Lily Kuonen, Associate Professor and Foundations Coordinator at Jacksonville University, discusses her artwork which...
04.11.2018
Episode 28: FATE at the College Art Association
This episode was recorded live at the FATE panel at the 106th Annual College Art Association Conference held in Los Angeles. The FATE panel was moderated by Naomi Falk, the FATE CAA Representative.
03.28.2018
Episode 27: David Janssen
A very honest conversation with David Janssen Jr., MFA Candidate at The University of Idaho. We unpack the privilege of being an educator, millennial haters & the urgent need to avoid becoming lazy by staying passionate about all aspects...
03.14.2018
Episode 26: Chris Kienke
Rethinking creativity and being truly open to opportunities - even if they are unfamiliar & across the globe - marks only the beginning of our thoughtful chat with artist and educator Chris Kienke, Chair of the Foundations Curriculum at the...
02.28.2018
Episode 25: Shannon Lindsey
Artist, educator & Gallery Director, Shannon Rae Lindsey, reflects on her evolving art practice & how a curiosity of material possibilities has informed her approach to foundations curriculum. In our conversation, Shannon shares practical strategies for encouraging experimentation in the...
02.14.2018
Episode 24: Susan Altman
A dynamic conversation with artist and educator Susan Altman. We discuss how she has seen education change in her over thirty years of experience in the classroom, projects she is excited about, and the benefits of working at a community...
01.24.2018
Episode 23: Brian Hitselberger
Awakening students to their passion, while bringing the fullness and honesty of his experiences into the studio classroom, Brian Hitselberger, Assistant Professor of Painting and Printmaking at Peidmeont College, reflects on his habits as an artist and his values as...
01.10.2018
Episode 22: Meredith Starr
A dynamic conversation with artist & educator, Meredith Starr, Assistant Professor of Visual Arts, The State University of New York (SUNY) Suffolk County Community College. We discuss her recent FATE regional event, staying observant, as well as her upcoming paper...
12.13.2017
Episode 21: Jessica Mongeon
Jessica Mongeon, Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Foundations at Arkansas Tech University, discusses student habits, using technology in the classroom & strategies for creating inclusive learning environments at a time when social & political issues often alienate many.
11.22.2017
Episode 20: Emily Bivens
Unpacking trends in foundations pedagogy, Emily Ward Bivens, Professor of Time-Based Art at the University of Tennessee, discusses the benefit of introducing students to performative activites, mentorship approaches that avoid forced or cheesy obligation and the challenges and adventures involved...
11.08.2017
Episode 19: Colby Jennings
Colby Jennings, Assistant Professor of Art at Missouri State University, discusses time based media, digital tools, the value of international/study abroad programs & practical strategies for encouraging students to move past fear when making art.
10.25.2017
Episode 18: Heather Szatmary
Exploring practical tips on how she uses humor as a tool for creative thinking in the classroom, Heather Szatmary, Professor of Foundation Studies at Savannah College of Art and Design, explains why being comfortable with yourself as an instructor can...
10.11.2017
Episode 17: Chung-Fan Chang
Chung-Fan Chang, Assistant Professor of Art at Stockton University, reflects on her art education in Taiwan, the impact of verbal and non verbal communication in critiques with international students/faculty and shares projects she has developed that are informed by mark...
09.27.2017
Episode 16: Thomas Albrecht
An honest conversation about staying curious with Thomas Albrecht, Assistant Dean in the School of Fine and Performing Arts, and Associate Professor in the Art Department, at the State University of New York at New Paltz. We discuss teaching as...
09.13.2017
Episode 15: Allison Yasukawa
A dynamic conversation about inclusion, diversity and otherness with Allison Yasukawa, faculty, School of Critical Studies, California Institute of the Arts. We discuss practical tips for approaching foundations pedagogy with an eye towards embracing risk taking & building a safe...
08.09.2017
Episode 14: Amy Reidel
Amy Reidel, faculty member at both St. Louis Community College and Saint Louis University & FATE Shout Out Award Winner, discusses happiness, community engagement, privilege & practical tips for projects that encourage critical thinking.
07.12.2017
Episode 13: Victoria Hoyt
Victoria Hoyt, Instructor at Metropolitan Community College & FATE Shout Out Award Winner, discusses practical take aways from the FATE conference, strategies for encouraging the habit of observation, self reflection, the value of mid-term evaluations & responding to a wide...
06.14.2017
Episode 12: Scott Betz
FATE Leadership Award Winner, Scott Betz discusses mentorship, creativity and how teaching informs his ability to lead people both inside and outside of the classroom.
05.10.2017
Episode 11: Rae Goodwin
Episode 11: FATE Educator Award Winner, Rae Goodwin discusses "Failing Forward" in her own work and how that influences her teaching and interactions with students in the classroom.
04.26.2017
Episode 10: Michelle Illuminato and Ralph Pugay
FATE Educator Award Winner, M. Michelle Illuminato & FATE Shout Out Award Winner, Ralph Pugay discuss rebuilding foundations at Portland State University, community engagement, creating welcoming learning environments & how to encourage students to be present in the creative process.
04.12.2017
Episode 9: Enrique Martinez Celaya
While in Kanas City for FATE’s 16th Biennial Conference, we had the chance to have a thoughtful discussion about the ongoing choice to live a creative life & the artistic process with Enrique Martinez Celaya, artist, author and FATE’s 2017...
03.29.2017
Episode 8:Alexandra Robinson and Caleb Taylor
Get excited about the upcoming FATE Conference in Kansas City, as we discuss unique programming components, art venues, bars, bbq and all things KC culture with Caleb Taylor, Associate Chair of the Foundations Department at KCAI & the Co-VP for...
03.08.2017
Episode 7: Stacy Isenbarger
Episode 7: We discuss empowerment, mentorship, writing prompts & how to encourage people to play to their strengths, and all things foundations, with FATE President, Stacy Isenbarger, Assistant Professor of Art & Design, Foundations Coordinator at the University of Idaho.
02.08.2017
Episode 6: Jessica Burke and Emily Sullivan Smith
Jessica Burke (JB), Georgia Southern University and Emily Sullivan Smith, University of Dayton thoughtfully discuss the role of a Foundations Coordinator, balancing administrative roles with teaching and the pros/cons of a unified foundations curriculum.
01.11.2017
Episode 5: Thoughts on Positive Space
Thoughts on Positive Space. Last October, we had the opportunity to attend the SECAC conference in Virginia as well as the Mid-America College Art Association conference in Ohio and asked participants at the FATE affiliate sessions to consider what positive...
12.14.2016
Episode 4: Carrie Fonder & Jason Swift
Carrie Fonder, University of West Florida and Jason Swift, Plymouth State University discuss a multi disciplinary approach to foundations including community engagement, assessing studio projects & art appreciation activities. They also cover time at Vermont Studios, and arm wrestling. In...
11.09.2016
Episode 3: Jenna Frye and Ellen Mueller
Art professors Jenna Frye and Ellen Mueller have a lively discussion about teaching foundations courses, time management skills and Janet Jackson.
10.14.2016
Episode 2: Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt (part 2)
Art professors Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt have a lively discussion about teaching studio courses online, assessment and the possibilities of utilizing Pokemon in foundations projects.
10.12.2016
Episode 2: Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt (Part 1)
Art professors Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt have a lively discussion about teaching studio courses online, assessment and the possibilities of utilizing Pokemon in foundations projects.
09.01.2016
Episode One: Mary Stewart
Professor and author of "Launching the Imagination" discusses how she came to teach foundations, her teaching strategies and approach to teaching students with little background in art.

What's Positive Space: Conversation in Art Foundations about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Positive Space: Conversation in Art Foundations episodes:

Episode 39: FATE at MACCA

Episode 38: Andrew McCauley

Episode 37: Micahel Arrigio

Episode 36: Libby McFalls

Episode 35: Guen Montgomery

Episode 34: Joshua Brinlee

Episode #33: Anthony Watkins

Episode # 32: Michael Marks

Episode #31: Jesse Payne

Episode # 30: Gary Setzer

Episode 29: Lily Kuonen

Episode 28: FATE at the College Art Association

Episode 27: David Janssen

Episode 26: Chris Kienke

Episode 25: Shannon Lindsey

Episode 24: Susan Altman

Episode 23: Brian Hitselberger

Episode 22: Meredith Starr

Episode 21: Jessica Mongeon

Episode 20: Emily Bivens

Episode 19: Colby Jennings

Episode 18: Heather Szatmary

Episode 17: Chung-Fan Chang

Episode 16: Thomas Albrecht

Episode 15: Allison Yasukawa

Episode 14: Amy Reidel

Episode 13: Victoria Hoyt

Episode 12: Scott Betz

Episode 11: Rae Goodwin

Episode 10: Michelle Illuminato and Ralph Pugay

Episode 9: Enrique Martinez Celaya

Episode 8:Alexandra Robinson and Caleb Taylor

Episode 7: Stacy Isenbarger

Episode 6: Jessica Burke and Emily Sullivan Smith

Episode 5: Thoughts on Positive Space

Episode 4: Carrie Fonder & Jason Swift

Episode 3: Jenna Frye and Ellen Mueller

Episode 2: Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt (part 2)

Episode 2: Chris Ireland and Peter Reichardt (Part 1)

Episode One: Mary Stewart