🚀 In this inspiring episode of Bucks County Living, host Anthony sits down with artist, curator, poet, and community builder Ashara Shapiro. From her beginnings in San Francisco and Boston’s theater scene to becoming one of Bucks County’s most influential arts advocates, Ashara shares her journey of creating ArtWRKD, a gallery and creative hub that champions non-traditional artists and immersive artistic experiences. Discover how she's redefining the local art scene, fostering meaningful community connections, and building a creative future for Newtown and Bucks County.

🎧 Hosted by: Anthony Pinto

👤 Guest:🏡 Ashara Shapiro – Artist, Curator, Poet & Founder of ArtWRKD

Ashara Shapiro is a Pennsylvania-based multidisciplinary artist, designer, and gallerist specializing in wearable art and creative mentorship across Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey. As the founder of ArtWRKD in Newtown, Pennsylvania, she curates an experiential dual-space hub that showcases emerging and established artists, hosts dynamic community events, and ships custom creations internationally.   

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ From theater and teaching to visual arts and curation

✔️ The inspiration behind ArtWRKD

✔️ Why artist stories matter as much as the artwork itself

✔️ Building creative community in Bucks County

✔️ Upcoming projects, artist residencies, and Newtown’s cultural future

🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!

💼 Connect with Ashara Shapiro:

🌎 Website → https://www.artwrkd.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/Artwrkd/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/art.wrkd

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashara-shapiro-215325172/

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