Journeys Through Art

S2, E9: Shannon Foeller, paddling photographer

Paddling! Painting! Photography! Food science! Hiking! A mountain top wedding! Shannon Foeller has an infectious love of the Shenandoah Valley. She often shares this love through her photos of the river and mountains around here. Tune into this great conversation to hear about how she marries her art and adventure together, and find out why kindness is like an octopus.  Guest: Shannon Foeller, @valleyandridgefineart or www.valleyandridgephoto.com Host: Rose "Comics" Turner , @rotucomics , o...

S2, E8: Sarah Mirk, traveling journalist & zine maker

It takes work to put your heart into everything you do, but Sarah Mirk is proof it's worth it. In this episode, Sarah gives insights into what it was like reporting first hand from the Portland protests last summer, as well as things like why zines are an effective tool for change, and how she loves to collaborate on projects. Specifically, we dove into the process for her collaborative non-fiction graphic novel, Guantanamo Voices.  Today's adventure memoir is Mud, Rocks, Blazes: Letting Go...

S2, E7: Marie-Pier Tremblay, backpacking illustrator & self growth coach

How does it feel when you chase after your dreams? How do you accomplish a monumental goal? How do you get in tune with yourself? In this episode, I get into the deep stuff with Marie-Pier Tremblay. She brings insights from her roles as an illustrator, a thru-hiker, and a self-growth nerd. Boy does she know how to cut straight to the good stuff! Please enjoy one of the most nourishing conversations I've had in a while. You'll surely gain some peace and inspiration from this one. It super d...

S2, E6: Sara Consuegra, aka Rambling Hiker, hiking satire cartoonist

Hiking in Europe, how engineering overlaps with satire, dealing with chronic pain, how to advocate for diversity in the outdoors, making things for yourself or your friends vs making things for social justice and a public audience - listen up to this great conversation with Sara Consuegra, aka rambling_hiker. We discuss all of those things and more, including how much money she usually spends on cheese each month. At the end of the episode is the usual Adventure Memoir segment, this time f...

S2, E5: Patrice Lavigne, backpacking writer

Extreme cold! International thru-hiking! Adventuring with your spouse! Making adventure writing your job! Extra extra, hear all about it! In this episode, I am joined by Patrice Lavigne, author of the fantastic new book Between Each Step: A  Married Couple's Thru Hike on New Zealand's Te Araroa. We discuss her book, go more in depth on what it was like to thru-hike the Te Araroa compared to the Appalachian Trail, and we also talk about her life at home in Alaska, among other things.  Today'...

S2, E4: Gabriel Brown, caving photographer

Ever wanted to know what it was like to go caving? Listen up as Gabriel Brown shares a lot of insights into the world of caving. What are some of the basics you need to know before you go underground? How does caving photography work? Where are all the cool caves? What would it be like to live underground? Gabriel answers all these questions and more. At the end of the episode is our usual Adventure Memoir segment. This time I share about the book Underground by Will Hunt (okay fine, it's ...

S2, E3: Alex Samson, foraging stained glass artist

In this episode, I'm joined by stained glass specialist Alex Samson. We discuss her life as a forager and hiker, some of the things that go into stained glass art, her adventures in Alaska, and how cute mushrooms are.  At the end of the episode is our Adventure Memoir segment, in which I discuss the book Southbound by the Barefoot Sisters.  Guest: Alex Samson, @blue_ridge_glass_works Host & editor: Rose "Comics" Turner, @rotucomics and www.rotucomics.com Show: Journeys Through Art, @journe...

S2, E2: Cindy Ross, adventure writer

In this episode, Cindy Ross discusses her adventures with long distance cycling and backpacking, as well as her experience with raising her kids outdoors.   You can still get 10% off from Kula Cloth until February 2nd.  Use the code "petmoremoss" when you're checking out at www.kulacloth.com Today's guest: Cindy Ross, www.cindyrosstraveler.com and @cindyrosstraveler Host: Rose "Comics" Turner, www.rotucomics.com and @rotucomics Producer: Colin J. Mason , www.mirandumpictures.com and @bear...

S2, E1: Luke Healy, backpacking cartoonist and comedian

In this first episode of the season, Luke Healy joins our host, Rose "Comics" Turner. We discuss his book, Americana, which is about his Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike and his relationship to the United States.  We also discuss the parallels between cartooning and stand-up comedy, as well some of the things we experience before and after going on a big adventure. After that, we have our Adventure Memoir segment in which I discuss the book Full Tilt by Dervla Murphy. Then I announce a GIVEAW...

S1, E10: Angelica, Ben, and Anna Hatke, artist adventurers

Check out Melanin Base Camp today and consider making a donation to help give our youth representation of black folks and other minorities the outdoors. In this episode, I am joined by Angelica Hatke... and Ben Hatke... and Anna Hatke. It's a special season finale family of artist adventurers episode! We discuss all kinds of things, like birds and feathered dinosaurs, animating, how narrative changes our lives, and how walking helps us think. Angelica Hatke: @merlobird Ben Hatke: @heybe...

S1, E9: Lucy Bellwood, adventure cartoonist

In this episode, Lucy Bellwood joins host Rose "Comics" Turner for a rousing conversation about a little bit of everything. Tall ship sailing? Yes. Juggling social media and privacy? Yes. Diving into long-term projects? Yes. The pros and cons of isolation in and out of the wilderness? Yes.  At the end of the episode, as always, is the Adventure Memoir segment. This week, Lucy recommended Narrow Waters by Dee Carstarphen. And at the very VERY end, there is a special surprise. (okay, fine, y...

S1, E8: Sally Mae Foster, traveling musician

In this episode, Rose "Comics" Turner interviews one of her kick-ass sisters, Sally Mae Foster. Sally Mae shares a bit about her origins as a folk musician and some of her musical influences, as well as playing a couple of live songs for us. At the end of the episode, as always, is the Adventure Memoir segment. In this one, Comics gives a shout out to the graphic novel Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol. Sally Mae prepared a playlist of some of her musical influences, which can be found here. ...

S1, E7: Rose "Comics" Turner, artist adventurer

This is Doodles' last episode! For now, at least. We thought she should interview Comics as a send off.  In this episode, Comics shares about her adventures on the Appalachian Trail, some of her early comics and other art, and that one time when she recorded her will in Ireland. As always, at the end of the episode we share about an adventure memoir that you should add to your reading list.  This episode was hosted by Melanie "Doodles" Cichocki: @heydoodles Doodles also does our graphic de...

S1, E6: Fizzy, Bear, & Sweeps - backpacking gear makers

In this episode, Comics interviews her friends in Ireland. Their trail names are Fizzy, Bear, and Sweeps. If you're curious what it's like for kids / families to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail or do any kind of long distance backpacking and adventuring together, they offer some great insights in this conversation. Sweeps discusses some of the backpacking gear he's made for his family. The three of them share what the pandemic has been like in Ireland.  Our Adventure Memoir for this episode...

S1, E5: Ali Woody & Jessie Almquist, cosplay artists

We are joined today by Ali Woody and Jessie Almquist, two active cosplayers. We discuss the culture of cosplay and conventions and it gets nerdy and wonderful.  Follow guests Ali @sonnyaliencosplay And  Jessie: @holocherrycos Follow hosts Doodles @hey doodles And Comics @rotucomics Follow our producer Colin J. Mason  @beardybaldguy Don't forget our giveaway contest is still going on! The deadline to enter is this Saturday, the 21st. You can find all the details on our Instagram page: @j...

S1, E4: Colin J. Mason, filmmaker & traveler

We are joined today by our new producer, Colin J. Mason. Colin is a career filmmaker, and his films take him on all kinds of adventures all over the world. We discuss film, food, storytelling, and having a hobby when you're a professional creative.  Colin can be found on Instagram @beardybaldguy Doodles: @heydoodles Comics: @rotucomics We mention @heybenhatke and @zackules as well. 

S1, E3: The Mailboxes, aka "The Purple People", backpacking musicians

In this episode, Comics and Doodles hear from Jillian and Logan Ivey of the band The Mailboxes. The couple hiked a significant section of the Appalachian Trail in 2019 - while carrying instruments and performing along the way. We discuss things like figuring out how to be an adult, how to be true to yourself, and struggles with finances. At the end of the show is our Adventure Memoirs segment, during which we reveal updates about our book giveaway contest for Thru-Hiking Will Break Your Hear...

S1, E2: Kerstin A. La Cross, adventure cartoonist

In this episode, Comics interviews Kerstin A. La Cross, an adventure cartoonist who specializes in educational comics about the back country. Doodles is introduced as a co-host! We also introduce our first edition of the Adventure Memoirs segment. Additionally, we announce a giveaway contest. See the instagram post for details: https://www.instagram.com/p/B7mQqXshLBE/   Kerstin A. La Cross is an Adventure Cartoonist and illustrator based in the Pacific Northwest. While not galavanting in th...

S1, E1: Melanie "Doodles" Cichocki, backpacking doodler

In which we discuss the joys and struggles to balance being an artist on a thruhike, cherishing the connections we make on our journeys, and art mentorship. @heydoodles was interviewed by @rotucomics . We mentioned @mariedrawsthepct , and had questions from @happyheitcamper , @kerstinlacross , and @jamieabel . Questions, comments, and suggestions for guests can be e-mailed to [email protected]

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