The Art Professors Podcast

On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with Brandie Maddalena. Brandie is a fellow cohort at San Diego State University. Brandi and I start the conversation talking about what we did through our winter break including how Brandie and her family celebrate Yule. I asked Brandi how the terrorist siege at the capital, marches for social justice, and the pandemic has effected her. Brandie also tells me about her art and why she decided to go to SDSU for graduate school. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Brandie please visit her website and Instagram:

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On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with Sage Serrano.  Sage is another artist in the cohort at San Diego State University. I ask Sage some get to know you questions starting with her plans for Thanksgiving, we learn of her love for Halloween among other fun facts.  She tells us about her experience at in the MFA program at San Diego State University, why she applied, what she likes about it, and some advice for anyone thinking about going for their MFA. Sage also tells us about the importance her father has played in her life as an artist. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Sage please visit his website and Instagram:

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Current Exhibition https://marinmoca.org/exhibitions/event/126/

On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with Michelle Drummy. Michelle is my friend and cohort at San Diego State University.  Michelle tells us why she is a bed potato and how much she enjoys watching The Office and true crime shows. I also ask her how she was able to balance working full time, getting her MFA, and getting married.  She tells us why she wanted to get her MFA and what her experience was like at SDSU. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Michelle please visit his website and Instagram:

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On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with Jordan Reeves.  Jordan is another fellow cohort at San Diego State University with me. Jordan and I ended up having a lot to talk about.  Since we are going to school during the pandemic we are not on campus as often and we miss out on the normal opportunities to catchup.  We got into the relationship between sports and art, Jordan told me about his history as an athlete and when he started making art. I asked Jordan why he loves David Blaine's Balloon event. We also talked about his current practice as an artist and how the SDSU MFA program fits in with it. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Jordan please visit his website and Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jordan_t_reeves/

https://www.jordantreeves.com/

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On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we have a great conversation with Julie Hilboldt.  Julie is currently an MFA at  Fontbonne University in Missouri. We talked about being a student and artist during the pandemic, and what it has meant for her practice and studies.  She also shared what her program at Fontbonne University it's like and why she chose to go there.  I found Julie on Tiktok, she told us about her relationship with social media, what it means to her and how it's perceived by her professors.  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Julie please visit her website and Instagram:

https://hilboldtstudios.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hilboldt/

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On this podcast we talk to Jennifer Moore. Jennifer is another friend and cohort at San Diego State University. Jen and I talk about her choice to go to SDSU for graduate school, what it's been like for her as a graduate student. We also talk about what it's been like making art during the pandemic and how it's effected her practice as and artist and student. Jen shares what she does when she has a creative block and what she does to decompress as an artist. I also ask Jen what her future plans as an artist are. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more visit Jennifers Instagram:

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On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with Andrew Blackwell. Andy and I both attend San Diego State University School of Art and Design. Andy tells us a little about what he has been up to this summer moving back to Little Rock Arkansas and doing some work on his parents kitchen. We also talk and try to make sense of the state of the world including the pandemic, Black Lives Matter, and politics. Andy breaks down his experience as a graduate student at SDSU, why he chose it, the good, the not so good, and more. I also ask Andy about feeling successful as an artist and what it means to him. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Andy please visit his Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/bhboiseries/

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On this MFA Chronicles podcast we talk with Noe Alonzo. We started the conversation asking Noe what are some of his recommendations and favorite anime. I asked Noe to give us a comparison of how Korea and America differ in terms of culture and the pandemic, he also told us how politics are viewed differently by both places. Noe also gave us insights into how he uses social media, what he sees as a successful practice and what he doesn't like about it.  Noe tells us how he balances his job of being and english teacher with his pursuits of being a creative, and why he likes the balance he has achieved. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Noe as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Noe please visit his website and Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/noealzii/

https://noealz.com/

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On this episode of the MFA Chronicles Podcast we talk with fellow first year graduate candidate Matthew Bacher.  Matthew and I started off the conversation reflecting on the pandemic and Black Lives Matter and how we have been affected by them.  Matthew then tells me about some of his plans for teaching drawing in the Fall 2020 semester. I ask Matthew about his experience as a graduate student so far, what are some of the positives and some of the negatives of the experience. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Matthew please visit his website and Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/matthew_bacher

http://www.mbacherart.com/

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On this podcast we talk with Zac Keane. Zac is another cohort of mine at San Diego State University. We talk about the Black Lives Matter protests, the pandemic, and how they have been affecting us. Zac tells us about his experience at San Diego State University as a graduate student, why he chose to attend, what he likes about it, and what he struggles with. Zac also tells about his art, some of his influences, and moments that have informed him to become the artist he is. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

If you would like to learn more about Zac please visit his website and Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/cpthardderps/

https://619thelineman.wixsite.com/woodworking

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