Wander and Muse with Heather

Wander and Muse with Heather

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Wander and Muse with Heather episodes

  • Jennifer Rischard LMT, E-RYT - Santa Rita Lodge Wellness Retreat Manager

    Jennifer Rischard has created new offerings at the well-known Santa Rita Lodge, which is nestled in Madera Canyon within the heart of the Coronado National Forest. Massage work in the Wellness Suite was the catalyst for specialty and weekend-long yoga retreats in this gorgeous setting known for birding and hiking.

    Spots are still available for the upcoming Women's Wellness Retreat that will take place Nov. 3-5, 2023. A sound healer, locally sourced food, hiking, meditation, empowerment, and lodging at the Santa Rita Lodge are all included. Find out more information or reserve your spot. Email [email protected] or visit santaritalodge.com.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Ashiatsu massage, Southwest Ashiatsu Massage & Bodywork Academy, migratory birds, cotamundis, and a 30' yurt.

    25 min
  • Interior Designer - Michelle Carnes
    Michelle Carnes recalls how being a creative kid who enjoyed rearranging her bedroom evolved into an interior design career. Listen in on the conversation to learn tips about how to express yourself in a home you love regardless of budget. Her 90-minute consultations guide her clients by simply giving a second opinion, all the way up to making a big reveal for clients who trusted Michelle to do an amazing makeover while they were away.
    Mentioned in the episode: Lori Carroll and Associates, Elizabeth Spengler, Dorado Designs, Better Homes & Gardens, Scout Guide - Tucson & Southern Arizona, Vol. 3, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine, Ball State University, colorblindness, "off white", supply chain issues, recessed lighting, and sunken living rooms.
    Michelle Carnes Designs: https://www.michellecarnesdesigns.com/
    Wander & Muse: http://wanderandmuse.world/
    30 min
  • Elena Acoba - Retired Freelance Writer & Editor
    Elena Acoba recalls when she first caught the writing bug in second grade and continued to hone her writing, editing, and reporting skills throughout her career at Arizona Daily Star and MTCVB/Visit Tucson (September 1989 to January 1996). Her knack for storytelling has also been revealed via public speaking engagements and video documentation. She shares tips for freelance writers about how they can build a network to increase writing opportunities as she did in her successful freelance writing career before she retired.
    Mentioned in this episode: All the President's Men, Watergate, Tao of Pooh, International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), COVID-19, Asian-American hate, Creative Narrations, Stories for Change, FST!, Creative Mornings Tucson, simplicity, journalism, public relations, Odyssey Storytelling, Public Relations Society of American (PRSA), and Taoism.
    Creative Narrations video: https://storiesforchange.net/story/hate-a-side-effect-of-covid-19/
    32 min
  • Martin Fontes' Culinary Creations at Martin's Comida Chingon

    Martin Fontes shares how spending time in the kitchen with his relatives as a young boy turned quality family time into a passion when he crafts mouthwateringly delicious and nutritious food at Martin's Comida Chingon at 555 N. 4th Ave. in Tucson, Arizona. Fontes has a personality as big as the flavors in his food. He started his restaurant back in 2001 with $60. Since then, he has attracted a steady stream of local regulars and travelers from other states and countries.

    Mentioned in this episode: El Charro Cafe, City of Tucson, Epic Cafe, Brooklyn Pizza, Daughtry, Led Zepplin, Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, nopales, Like Water for Chocolate, vegan, and bridezillas.


    20 min
  • Wolfe Bowart - Physical Performer, Comedian, Director, Playwright

    Wolfe Bowart shares his journey from magically teaching a turtle to do push-ups as a child to entertaining audiences across 26 countries as an adult. His performances are a blend of humor, emotion, and jaw-dropping visuals that leave spectators in awe. Bowart is the award-winning creator of Cloud Soup, LaLaLuna, OAF, One Twig at a Time, and the Helpmann Award nominated Letter’s End and The Man the Sea Saw.

    His current production, The WoBo Show, runs monthly from September 2023 through May 2024. Get tickets at (520) 448-3300 or [email protected]. Seats are limited in this 100-seat venue at The Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre in The Historic Y, 738 N. 5th Avenue #131, Tucson, AZ, 85705.

    Mentioned in this episode: Cornish College of the Arts, Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Lucille Ball, Red Skelton, Jacque Tati, Lecoq, Diane Schenker, Cirque du Soleil, Xochitl Martinez, Wythe Bowart, Matthew Berta, Rachel Rosenthal, Stan Laurel, Giuseppe Arcimboldo, and more!

    27 min
  • Sculptor Al Glann Creates Awe-Inspiring Large-Scale Metal Wildlife Sculptures
    TOPIC
    Sculptor Al Glann shares how as a child his playground was a farm, and his toys were the tools he used to build. Little did he know that these early days of tinkering and crafting would lay the foundation for a remarkable career where he would evolve into a true artist. From those humble beginnings, Al Glann has risen to become a visionary in the world of art and design by creating small- and large-scale metal sculptures of horses, bison, crows, and more.
    Al takes us behind the scenes, sharing the intricacies of engineering, the depth of motivation, and the relentless hard work that goes into producing his abstract wildlife sculptures and other awe-inspiring designs.
    From now until October 29, you can experience his artistry firsthand at the Phippen Museum in Prescott, Arizona.
    Al Glann's story is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and creativity. It's a reminder that our childhood dreams can evolve into lifelong pursuits if we're willing to put in the work.
    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
    Phippen Museum - Prescott, AZ, Columbus College of Art & Design, NAU, Metal Arts Village Tucson, Lanning Gallery in Sedona, AZ, public art projects, graphic design, bronze sculpture, CODA Gallery in Palm Desert, CA, Diana Madaras Gallery, Chuck Hitner, color theory, gesture drawings, and bartering.
    AL GLANN'S WEBSITE: AlGlannSculptor.com
    DISCOVER MORE ABOUT WANDER & MUSE
    Website: WanderandMuse.World
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderandmuse
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    26 min
  • Photographer Ray Cleveland Shares His Expertise Behind the Camera Lens

    Guest: Ray Cleveland | Tucson, Arizona


    Topic:

    Embark on a mesmerizing journey through breathtaking landscapes, electrifying lightning displays, and the captivating essence of individuals, all immortalized through the masterful lens of Ray Cleveland, a visionary photographer from Tucson, Arizona.

    He unveils the metamorphosis of a mere hobby into an illustrious career, one adorned with the exhilarating pursuit of storm-chasing, the hypnotic dance of timelapse chronicles, and the celestial ballet of astrophotography.

    With each click of his shutter, Ray Cleveland transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.


    Mentioned in this episode:

    AZPM, Yellowstone National Park, astrophotography, time-lapse photography, long-exposure photography, mirrorless lens, Santa Rita Lodge, trogon bird, Rule of Thirds, Wes Anderson, Asteroid City, NASA's Space Shuttle, Madden Media, Black Crown Coffee, Sun Lighting, Casa Marana, Casa Video, Canon, and Tucson's neon saguaro.


    Ray Cleveland's website: RayCleveland.com

    Ray Cleveland's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rayclevelandphotography


    Wander & Muse Website: WanderandMuse.World

    Wander & Muse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderandmuse

    24 min
  • Tamara Scott Anderson - Fiber and found-object artist

    Guest:

    Tamara Scott Anderson | Tucson, Arizona

    Topic:

    Delve into the intricate tapestry of Tamara's life as she weaves together the threads of her 40-year journey in the realm of fiber art. From her early days as an art student to her role as a teacher and visionary interior designer, Tamara's story unfolds like a masterpiece.

    More recently, Tamara has explored the realm of reclaimed, recycled, and rescued artwork. Listen as she unveils the hidden beauty within forgotten materials, breathing new life into discarded fragments. With a trajectory that led her from the realm of business ownership back to her true artistic calling, Tamara's experiences are nothing short of inspiring.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Contents Interiors, One East Broadway, fiber art, Waffle House, Tohono Chul, The Tucson Gallery, Proper Shops, Tucson Museum of Art's Biennial, social impact, installation art, found-object art, Gallery at Tucson International Airport, Southern Arizona Arts Guild Gallery at La Encantada, art education, interior design, Gayle Wimmer, University of Arizona, American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Belden & Company, film photography, and Vic's ragged jeans.

    Tamara's closing remarks:

    "You have to look past it and see the potential."

    Tamara Scott Anderson's website:

    TamaraArtist.com
    IG: UrbanArtNymph

    Wander & Muse:

    Website: Wander & Muse
    Facebook: Wander & Muse

    28 min
  • Carrie Seid - 3D Watercolor Artist

    Guest:

    Carrie Seid | Tucson, Arizona

    Topic:

    Nationally recognized artist Carrie Seid discusses the path she took along her successful career creating fine art. She also shares her philosophy about a human's potential to do magical things. In addition to her gorgeous artwork, Carrie also motivates clients with creativity coaching. She explains that it is never too late to start being the person you want to be and doing what you want to do.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Cranbrook Academy of Art, Andy Goldsworthy, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Mrs. Ritter, Warren Seelig, Gerhardt Knodel, Chuck Close, creativity coaching, public art, textiles, mixed-media art, digital art, Chicago, procrastination, brushed aluminum, and pink crushed velvet.

    Carrie's closing remarks:

    "Any creative work is about observing, absorbing, and responding."

    Feature mentioned:

    "Creative Anxiety: The Good, The Bad, and Netflix" (Artwork Archive)

    Carrie Seid's website:

    CarrieSeidArt.com

    Wander & Muse:

    Website: Wander & Muse
    Facebook: Wander & Muse


    27 min
  • Welcome to Wander & Muse
    After hosting nearly 100 weekly radio/podcast episodes with some of Tucson’s most influential business leaders on a previous show, Heather now will hit the airwaves with her own new show called Wander & Muse. Heather will talk with interesting people doing cool things. Enjoy the journey!
    3 min

About Wander and Muse with Heather

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Welcome to Wander & Muse with your host, Heather Wuelpern.