Materializing Moments – An Exclusive Interview with Shelby Donnelly

How Ritual and Memory Shape Donnelly’s Vision Shelby Donnelly, interdisciplinary artist and Wear To Wall® founder, reveals her journey of merging art, ritual, and sustainable fashion to capture transient moments, enriched by global experiences and creative experimentation. Shelby Donnelly is a visionary whose work blurs the lines between art, fashion, and storytelling. Her creations breathe…

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Nicolo Gentile Reimagines Queer Identity and History Through Sculpture and Installation

Photo: Nicolo Gentile in his studio, surrounded by the transformative sculptures that redefine narratives of queer identity and history. Photo by Shay Overstone. Exploring Absence, Presence, and Dualities in Art Nicolo Gentile’s art challenges identity and memory by intertwining personal and collective narratives, using evocative materials to explore themes of absence, presence, and transformation. Nicolo…

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Ed Panar: “Photography is an excellent tool to learn how to notice and to appreciate your everyday environment and these everyday mysteries more fully.”

A photographic journey through familiar landscapes and subtle moments Ed Panar shares his journey of capturing beauty in everyday surroundings, his love for photobooks, and his dedication to local community-building through Spaces Corners in Pittsburgh. Ed Panar’s artistic journey is a profound exploration of the often-overlooked beauty in everyday surroundings, captured with a sense of…

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Andrés Janacua – 16mm Film as a Medium of Texture and Memory  

There’s too much liquidity in digital formats… 16mm’s limits force contending with what you’ve captured, for better or worse. Andrés Janacua delves into the textures of 16mm film, the philosophical nature of moving images, empathy through animals the collaborative spirit that defines his unique approach to contemporary art. Andrés Janacua is a voice of profound…

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Matt Frock: “When I’m working in the studio, my intention is to learn something about the act of creation and the nature of beauty.” 

Tending the Garden of the Mind to Inspire New Work  Matt Frock shares insights on his creative journey, discussing influences, the balance of intention and spontaneity, and the presence of the Muse as an essential, guiding force in his work. Matt Frock’s art defies conventional boundaries, offering audiences an eclectic vision that traverses painting, filmmaking,…

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Barbie as a Feminist Icon

Cecile Plaisance’s Bold Vision Cecile Plaisance discusses her artistic journey, using Barbie and lenticular prints to address feminism, female autonomy, and societal constraints, challenging traditional roles and celebrating women’s freedom of expression. Cecile Plaisance’s artistry is an unapologetic celebration of femininity, freedom, and provocative expression. With a career that began in the European financial markets…

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David Osbaldeston: “Drawing is the basis of everything I do. It is like a hidden language that operates directly out of the nervous system.”

David Osbaldeston explores the dynamic interplay of images and words through his innovative collage and printmaking techniques.  David Osbaldeston discusses his artistic process, the significance of scale in his work, and the themes of identity and value in his upcoming publication. David Osbaldeston, whose innovative approach to collage and printmaking invites viewers to reconsider the…

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Catalina Viejo Lopez de Roda Weaves Transformation And Connection Into Art

PHOTO: Catalina Viejo Lopez de Roda, an acclaimed artist known for her transcendent works, pictured in her Hudson, NY studio. Exploring Themes Of Nature, Identity, And Resilience Catalina discusses her artistic journey, exploring themes of shapeshifting, self-reflection, and nature, revealing how her work fosters connection and personal growth. Catalina Viejo Lopez de Roda stands as…

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