In this episode, we’re free-flowing about art in the Kansas City region. An impressively productive Renaissance man, Harold Smith has contributed to the creative ether in so many ways. A mere sampling of these includes painting, writing, curating, and fostering the growth of others through his “Urban Kore” initiative. In this episode he tells us …
The role of a curator is not static! Meet Jessica Hong, the new chief curator at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, and hear how her forward-minded ideas are expanding what it means to be a curator, going beyond the confines of the art institution. Jessica highlights her deep love of working directly with artists, whom …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
What makes an art collector tick? In this episode we have a great conversation with down-to-earth Matt Strange. He and his wife Mandi have built a wonderful visual art collection. And here Matt shares his insights on motivation, the value of focusing, and the impact of exposing children to art at an early age. Listen …
In this episode, we speak with artist, curator, and champion of the immigrant experience, Kiki Serna. Listen along, as she so eloquently immerses us into her world, both with her poignant art and her thought-provoking words. Leaving other jobs, she has now taken a leap of faith to focus just on her art, and she’s …
Always having had a penchant for teaching, Kevin Demery has chosen Kansas City as his home base for serving both as a skilled arts-educator, and as a talented artist in his own right. Hear the stories of his powerfully engaging artwork, and his fresh thoughts on the benefits of being an artist in the Midwest. …
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.