Art Pays Me
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThe Art Pays Me Podcast is a series of informal conversations between successful creatives of diverse backgrounds with Duane. Duane asks guests about the work they're known for and how they got their start to explore the many ways possible to make a living off of art.
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Koumbie, Creative Nova Scotia Emerging Artist Award Winner
January 20, 2024 15:17 - 23 minutes - 42.6 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2023 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. Presented by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council, the Creative Nova Scotia Awards celebrate excellence in artistic achievement. Award categories are as follows: Creative Community Impact Prix Grand-Pré Established Artist Emerging Artist Black Artist Indigenous Artist And finally, The Portia White Prize that is given to a person who ...
Gabrielle LeGuerrier, Head Chef, GourmetGab Events
September 27, 2023 23:53 - 1 hour - 130 MBOn this episode, I chat with a chef for the first time on the podcast! Michelin-trained Gabrielle LeGuerrier, Head Chef of GourmetGab Events and Pertu gives some insight into the private dining events that she hosts with her husband, European Sommelier, Gabor Bodo.
I'thandi Munro, Creative Nova Scotia Emerging Artist Recognition Award Recipient
September 14, 2023 19:22 - 22 minutes - 41.2 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact A...
Clara Dugas
August 16, 2023 19:46 - 26 minutes - 48.5 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact Award...
Tyshan Wright, Emerging Artist Recognition Award
July 14, 2023 03:17 - 25 minutes - 47.7 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact A...
Sarah Prosper, Indigenous Artist Recognition Award
June 15, 2023 02:31 - 21 minutes - 39 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact A...
Cyndi Cain
May 12, 2023 02:47 - 24 minutes - 45.8 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact ...
Inverness County Centre for the Arts, Creative Nova Scotia Emerging Artist Recognition Award
April 13, 2023 02:40 - 13 minutes - 25.7 MBOn this episode I chat with Ash Young, the Executive Director of the Inverness County Centre for the Arts. They are the recipient of the Creative Community Impact Award for. Ash gives some insight into the centre's beginnings, their program offerings and why they are important to Inverness County and Beyond.
Domanique Grant
March 29, 2023 14:18 - 1 hour - 113 MBWe talk about early days as an artist and letting go of fear to make the work we were meant to create. We also talk about the role of spirituality in her music and why I should commit to my goal of one day visiting Africa. In addition to the music, Domanique is truly an enterprising artist with a lot on the go; to start, she has landed major sync placements with L’Oreal Paris, Unilever Brands (Dove, Vaseline, Shea Moisture) and more, Led a sold-out TEDx Talk with a full performance, Featu...
Andre Fenton
March 15, 2023 18:57 - 21 minutes - 39 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact ...
Martins Madumere
March 02, 2023 02:09 - 42 minutes - 78.8 MBMartins Madumere is an artist who’s difficult to put in a box. His diverse interests and penchant for developing new skills has given him some valuable perspectives on life and creativity. We discussed his 30 minute a day philosophy when it comes to learning and how it’s like “putting in reps” as an athlete. We also talk about society wanting us to pick one identity when the reality is that we can be artists and athletes and more.
Tonya “Sam’Gwan” Paris
February 16, 2023 00:40 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact ...
Frances Dorsey, Established Artist Recognition Award
January 18, 2023 13:44 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact ...
STORRY, Singer-songwriter
January 09, 2023 19:27 - 42 minutes - 78.1 MBSinger-songwriter, STORRY talks about the importance of diversifying your skills when you’re an independent artist, moving to London to further her music career and how she brings operatic sauce to songs she’s featured on. We also talk about working with UK artist, Stormzy, the release of her deluxe album, CHIII The Come Up and why she brings awareness to sex trafficking in her art.
Séamus Gallagher, Emerging Artist Recognition Award
December 28, 2022 18:22 - 17 minutes - 32.7 MBWelcome to a special series of Art Pays Me interviews with the winners of the 2022 Creative Nova Scotia Awards. The awards are presented annually by Arts Nova Scotia and the Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council. The goal is to celebrate excellence in artistic achievement – notably, the Portia White Prize. Winners of the Prix Grand Pré, the Established Artist, Emerging Artist, Indigenous Artist Recognition and Black Artist Recognition awards as well as the Creative Community Impact ...
Amai Kuda et Les Bois, Singer songwriter & Healer
December 07, 2022 18:44 - 53 minutes - 98.6 MBOn this episode, I chat with Singer songwriter & Healer, Amai Kuda et Les Bois about their new album, the challenge of following multiple passions and the impact of truly living the message in your art. This podcast is a production of Glitterati Communications.
Jackie Torrens, Writer & Filmmaker
November 22, 2022 19:18 - 1 hour - 131 MBOn this episode, I chat with writer, actor and director Jackie Torrens of Peep Media about how she became a filmmaker. We also discuss her latest documentary film, Bernie Langille Wants To Know What Happened To Bernie Langille. The story follows Bernie, a man on a journey to better understand a tragedy that impacted his family for multiple generations.
Nikki Yanofsky, Singer
November 07, 2022 14:34 - 34 minutes - 63.8 MBOn this episode of Art Pays Me, I chatted with singer Nikki Yanofsky about the journey back to her roots in Jazz music. Nikki shares what it was like blowing up at a young age and getting the chance to be mentored and work with legends like Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock. We also talk about Nikki’s now project, ‘Nikki by Starlight’, why she recorded it on a vintage RCA 77C microphone and what causes God to walk out of the room during the creative process.
Glitterati Returns
October 24, 2022 21:29 - 11 minutes - 20.8 MBOn this solo episode I share some exciting news and discuss why our parent company, Glitterati Communications will be more visible going forward.
Omar Gandhi, Architect
October 10, 2022 18:24 - 59 minutes - 109 MBOn this episode I chat with my friend – Architect, Omar Gandhi about how we met, what it’s like receiving global accolades for your work and why he values keeping his practice small. We also talk about winning the bid to design large cultural institutions like the new building for the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and why smaller projects like the Blue House are just as, if not more important. When I first started this podcast, Omar was one of the first people I wanted to speak to. He tol...
Waants, Artist and Producer
September 26, 2022 13:26 - 1 hour - 148 MBArtist and producer Waants and I talk about his new music and what it means to be in your “flop era”. We also talk about how success as an artist is sometimes less about technical proficiency and more about how well you’re able to connect with people.
Bruno Capinan, Singer-songwriter
September 12, 2022 17:54 - 1 hour - 123 MBSinger-songwriter Bruno Capinan hopped on the podcast to talk about their new album Tara Rara and producing art that challenges racial, gender and sexual conventions.
hill of iamhill
August 29, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 81 MBOn this episode I chat with JUNO-nominated artist, hill of iamhill about her creative interests, collaborating with Mike Schlosser, Web3 and her feelings about the relationship between art and technology.
Teagan Johnston, Singer-songwriter
August 01, 2022 14:20 - 42 minutes - 78.9 MBIn this episode I chat with singer-songwriter Teagon Johnston – except she/they are so much more than that. Teagan, like many of us is exploring creativity in multiple areas including, modelling, acting and writing. We talked about working in these different spaces, travel, changing their artist name from Little Coyote to her government name and why coyotes continue to be significant to her identity. Your can learn more about Teagan by checking out her website and following her on Instagram.
Artist, Miya Bailey
July 01, 2022 02:21 - 1 hour - 207 MBArtist Miya Bailey breaks down his art origin story, how he pursues his many creative outlets from tattooing to sculpture, and how his latest enterprise Peter Street Station Is helping him fulfill his personal mission of elevating Black artists in Atlanta. We also talked about why women are the shit, how our egos get us in trouble as men and the conflict artists have with capitalism.
Ria Mae: Singer-songwriter
May 23, 2022 18:42 - 56 minutes - 104 MBSinger-songwriter Ria Mae shares what happened after her first hit song, why age doesn’t matter for musicians anymore and why it’s a good thing when people don’t know who you are. We also talk about her new album, Therapy.
Omar Hopkinson (Oms)
May 09, 2022 18:53 - 1 hour - 170 MBMultidisciplinary creative, Omar “Oms” Hopkinson discusses how his roots in Toronto’s hip hop scene led him to work on diverse projects across the visual spectrum. We talk about how to stay true to yourself even when your interests vary and why he refers to himself as a creator instead of an artist.
Jonathan Smith
April 25, 2022 23:34 - 37 minutes - 68.4 MBArtist, Designer and Co-Founder of Choice, Jonathan Smith shares how this new app helps artists connect with one another, form little sub-communities, and share weird and unique work that they create and discover.
Stephanie Joline
April 04, 2022 15:51 - 1 hour - 153 MBFilmmaker Stephanie Joline and I discuss tapping into our shame to create art, leaning into controversy and her latest film, Night Blooms. Stephanie's website
Kristina Elise Søbstad
March 21, 2022 19:43 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MBVisual Artist, Kristina Elise Søbstad and I talk about leaning into what feels natural for you as an artist and balancing that with what sells. We also talk about the importance of having real life experiences to feed the work that we create. Kristina Online Website Instagram
Ally Thatcher
March 07, 2022 04:20 - 1 hour - 137 MBAlly Thatcher is one of my favourite designers. I love how she skillfully makes hilarious subversive statements about culture that appeal to design nerds and regular folk alike. We talk about her brand Fallen Cargo, Black culture, satire in design and making work that functions as activism. We even discuss NFTs and what they mean for artists. Follow Ally on Instagram Listen to Ally's beats Cover photo by Yamiche
Boma Nnaji
February 23, 2022 15:06 - 52 minutes - 95.9 MBOn this special episode I chat with artist Boma Nnaji. I've followed Boma on Instagram for a while but never had a chance to talk to him until we were paired up in the Visual Arts Nova Scotia Mentorship Program. We talk about his paintings, the motivation behind his work and the role gallery representation plays in his career. Boma Online Instagram Website Presented by Glitterati
Emily Chase
February 08, 2022 19:43 - 44 minutes - 82 MBI spoke with fashion stylist and digital artist Emily Chase about shifting the direction of an art career, influencer marketing and why it’s important to set professional boundaries. Emily Online Instagram TikTok
Nadia Katherine
January 24, 2022 04:10 - 30 minutes - 55.3 MBFor the first time on Art Pays Me, I speak with a tattoo artist. Nadia Katherine and I talk about how to get into the tattoo industry, her influences and the diverse skillset needed to be successful as a tattoo artist. Nadia on Instagram
Letitia Fraser
January 07, 2022 16:52 - 42 minutes - 77.5 MBInterdisciplinary Artist, Letitia Fraser discusses her roots as an artist, her experience in art school and why Black portrait artists are important right now. We also talk about why staying independent of galleries can be a good thing for artists. Letitia Online Website Instagram Facebook
Cadence Weapon
December 13, 2021 15:58 - 42 minutes - 78.4 MBMusician and writer Cadence Weapon discusses his approach to making songs and how his obsession with rap guided him early on. We also talked about becoming more politically engaged to influence change in society, why Houston is the Edmonton of the South and Dave Chappelle’s The Closer. Cadence Weapon Online Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Newsletter
KTheChosen
December 01, 2021 16:22 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MBKTheChosen is a Zimbabwe born hip-hop artist and activist based in Calgary Alberta. We talked about his music, activism, the importance of knowing what you care about most in the creative process and crediting collaborators for their roles. KTheChosen Online Spotify Instagram Twitter KTheChosen Facebook
Winter Craft Show Panel
November 17, 2021 15:35 - 39 minutes - 72.1 MBRapid fire conversations with new Craft Nova Scotia members, Adam McNamara of Acadian Mushrooms, Jessie Marshall of Jessie Louise Design, Jennifer McDonald of Vivid Vision Bags, Funmi Odeniyi of Michnat Fashion and Peter and Luci Wile of LuPe Leather who will all be participating in the Craft Nova Scotia Winter Craft Show. Links Craft Nova Scotia Acadian Mushrooms Jessie Louise Design Vivid Vision Bags Micnhat Fashion Lupe Leather
Mike and Kristen
November 08, 2021 15:14 - 1 hour - 124 MBHusband and Wife creative duo, Mike and Kristen talk about collaboration, the process of making their new travel book, You and Me, and their respective approaches to making art. We also talk about the unsexy parts of making and releasing a creativity based commercial product and what’s scary about making the leap to full-time creative. Mike and Kristen Online Website Mike and Kristen on Instagram Mike on Instagram Kristen on Instagram The Town Heroes on Instagram
Christine Goudie
October 26, 2021 00:09 - 48 minutes - 88.8 MBIn this episode with Christine Goudie, Co-Founder + CEO of Granville Biomedical, we talk about design in the medical, research and development space. We discuss when you should or shouldn’t say no to opportunities and why Granville Biomedical chose to pivot during the pandemic. Christine also talks about the importance of treating your creative practice like a business, and some common mistakes that entrepreneurs make. Christine Online Granville Biomedical Granville Swab Instagram T...
daysormay
October 11, 2021 13:33 - 37 minutes - 68.8 MBVancouver based band daysormay talk about how they started making music and how they’ve made the best of the pandemic. We also talk about their new album, Just Existing and why putting a deadline on your success can be unhelpful. daysormay online Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Twitch
Amy Batchelor
September 27, 2021 13:26 - 1 hour - 121 MBGraphic Designer and Educator Amy Batchelor shares what it’s like doing exhibition design for the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. We nerd out about design and creativity and Amy’s experience as Casual Faculty at the Nova Scotia Community College. Amy also gives advice about what to include in your portfolio and why it’s important to know yourself when thinking about your career in design or art. Amy's Website
John Orpheus
September 21, 2021 12:56 - 1 hour - 116 MBJohn Orpheus is a Trinidadian musician and writer based in Toronto. We talked about his upbringing, his thoughts on creativity, his new book Saga Boy and the musical companion to it – his album, Saga King. John Online Website YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook
Reginé Gilbert
August 01, 2021 16:25 - 57 minutes - 105 MBOn the 100th episode of Art Pays Me, Designer, Author and Professor Reginé Gilbert shares how her background in fashion, psychology and project management influence her work in user experience, accessibility design and education. We also talk about how transferable skills can be applied to different industries, how Reginé’s dad inspired her to become a very accomplished public speaker and so much more. Reginé Online Twitter LinkedIn Website
Rebekah Higgs
June 27, 2021 13:15 - 1 hour - 112 MBRebekah Higgs and I talk about the latest season of home renovation show, DIY Mom that she both hosts and produces. We get into how she runs her business, being a mom and the influence of God in her life. She also talks about her parent’s influence, her background as a performer and how leaning into creative opportunities led her to where she is today. Rebekah Online YouTube Instagram diymom.ca Matriarch Productions DIY Mom Show
I M U R
June 13, 2021 15:23 - 44 minutes - 81.2 MBJenny Lea, Mikey J Blige and Amine Bouzaher of genre bending band, I M U R share how they fought through writer's block to create their latest album, My Molecules. They talk about their collaborative writing and producing process, playing shows and how they’ve grown during their 6 years of making music together. The trio also talk about the importance of taking the professional side of music seriously in order to get to the next level. I M U R online Website Instagram TikTok Twitter...
Amy Eaton
May 30, 2021 13:57 - 36 minutes - 66.7 MBPhotographer Amy Eaton gives some insight into her path to photography, her business and why she incorporated teaching online courses. We also talk about the importance of nurturing creativity in children and learn about Amy’s podcast, Bold Company that features unscripted conversations with entrepreneurs and creators. Amy Online Website Instagram Facbook YouTube Pinterest
Jenn Grant
May 23, 2021 12:56 - 35 minutes - 67.4 MBJenn talks about how the pandemic gave her a chance to learn new skills that have made her more independent as an artist and discuss why we wish we took more classes during our time at NSCADU. She also talks about her collection of covers of Canadian classics, her cover of Eye Of The Tiger being featured on multiple shows and her new variety show, Jenny Town. Jenn Online Covers Playlist on Spotify Jenn on YouTube Website
Melanie Eddy
May 16, 2021 13:02 - 56 minutes - 104 MBUK based Jewelry designer and academic, Melanie Eddy talks about her work, her beginnings in Bermuda and how teaching at Central Saint Martins impacts her practice. We also talk about addressing social justice as a creative and why we think being Bermudian is a super power. Melanie Online Instagram Website
Julie Rosvall
May 10, 2021 14:58 - 48 minutes - 88.9 MBTextile Artist and Printmaker Julie Rosvall discusses her process, her solo exhibition, Iterations, at Harvest Gallery and how Craft Nova Scotia supports crafters in Nova Scotia. We also talk about why it’s ok to not have it all figured out and the importance of community. Julie Online Website Textile Instagram Textile Twitter Textile Facebook Printmaking Instagram Printmaking Twitter Printmaking Facebook