ArtMoves Podcast 17 – artist, curator, and gallery director Elise Gagliardi

ArtMoves Podcast 17 – artist, curator, and gallery director Elise Gagliardi

Creative capacity can extend beyond the production of compelling art.  Case in point: Elise Gagliardi has found passion and talent in the worlds of art curation and gallery operations, and now she has expanded on this by becoming the director of the new ION Gallery in Kansas City. All while balancing her own art career …

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ArtMoves Podcast 16 – museum director Jessica May

ArtMoves Podcast 16 – museum director Jessica May

Meet the new executive director of The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art in Kansas City, Jessica May. What a joy to find that she is a bright, creative, and down-to-earth leader who is poised to help the museum reach a fuller potential. Building on its already strong foundation, Jessica brings fresh eyes and inspiring ideas …

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ArtMoves Podcast 15 – artist Mikey Yates

ArtMoves Podcast 15 – artist Mikey Yates

The accidental artist… The road to Mikey Yates’ discovery of his own creative talent & passion is winding, but the art world is a better place for him having arrived. In this episode we hear about his muses, his artistic philosophy, and some timely support he has received along the way.  Plus, he provides great …

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ArtMoves Podcast 14 – artist Amir Fallah

ArtMoves Podcast 14 – artist Amir Fallah

First thoughts of internationally acclaimed artist Amir Fallah are of a talented creator who has “made it” in the art world.  But it seems like he really got his first big exhibition break right here in Kansas City?! In this ArtMoves podcast episode, Amir shares his sage thoughts ranging from impressions of the art scene …

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ArtMoves Podcast 10 – artist and curator Kaitlyn B Jones

ArtMoves Podcast 10 – artist and curator Kaitlyn B Jones

New to town, Kaitlyn B. Jones brings with her a vitality and purpose that are energizing just to listen to!  Hear about her role at the Mid-America Arts Alliance, and her trajectory as a collaborative artist and curator.  Some of her clever work will open our eyes, and minds.