Latest Public art Podcast Episodes
Public Art with Angela Anderson Adams - Ep 29
First Coat - August 16, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutesAngela Anderson Adams has worked as a curator and arts administrator for nearly 40 years and spent half of those directing Arlington Public Art. Under her leadership, Arlington Public Art has grown from being one of the first developer-sponsored programs in the country to an internationally ren...
Meredith Winner (Ep. 33)
If These Walls Could Talk - July 29, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsToday Morgan is joined by Meredith Winner, cofounder of the global, women-led arts production agency Building 180. Meredith also cofounded Paint the Void, which has covered over 150 boarded-up storefronts in San Francisco with murals from local artists. In this episode, Morgan and Meredith t...
Intentionally Designing Public Art with Nicole Mueller - Ep 28
First Coat - June 06, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutesNicole Mueller is a full-time visual artist and painter based in San Francisco. Her work includes large-scale paintings, murals, and installations that mimic the effects of stained glass. Her work explores the complexity of color, states of flux, dichotomies within her painting, the transitional...
Ep 32: Jolene Rose Russell
If These Walls Could Talk - May 02, 2023 22:10 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIn this episode, Morgan talks with Jolene Rose Russel, a Sacramento-based artist whose vibrant works have been featured in many local exhibitions and publications, and who has been commissioned for dozens of public and private works in Sacramento and the Bay Area. Morgan and Jolene talk about wa...
Weaving Together: Artist Panel with Kimberly Bush, Stephanie Eche, and Traci Johnson - Ep 27
First Coat - April 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourThis week we have a live recording of the panel that accompanied the textile exhibition, Belonging. Belonging is a contemporary visual art exhibition highlighting three Brooklyn artists — Kimberly Bush, Traci Johnson, and myself. Each of us creates work with fiber, cloth, thread, and other texti...
Festivals and Fundraising: Wide Open Walls with David Sobon
If These Walls Could Talk - April 17, 2023 22:10 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIn this episode, Morgan interviews David Sobon, founder of the annual Sacramento mural festival Wide Open Walls. The festival brings in a range of local artists—many of whom have never painted a wall before—as well as international muralists, who collaborate to cover Sacramento businesses - now ...
Curating a Successful Public Arts Program in Arlington, VA with Angela Anderson Adams
If These Walls Could Talk - April 11, 2023 03:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIn this episode, Angela Anderson Adams shares nearly 3 decades of expertise as director of the public art program in Arlington, Virginia. Angela discusses the "arts ecosystem" in Arlington, especially how Arlington's grants program and nonprofit partnerships have helped fund the arts over the ye...
Guest speakers Nicole Mollett and José den Hartog discuss the rewards of community engagement and tapping into local knowledge
Talking Public Art - March 30, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutesIn our final episode we talk to artists Nicole Mollett and José den Hartog. About: the rewards of community engagement and tapping into local knowledge; making things that people can use in their everyday lives; a shared love of books and drawing; and the importance of trust and letting artists...
Art Inventory, Art and Health, and Creative Career with Elysian Koglmeier - Ep 26
First Coat - March 22, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutesThis week on First Coat we have Elysian Koglmeier, Head of Growth for Artwork Archive. In this episode we discuss the importance of art in health care settings, best practices for keeping an inventory for your artwork, and how to develop a creative career. Elysian shares tips on how to use Artwo...
The days when local authorities still had money, with guest speaker, Caroline Hicks
Talking Public Art - February 27, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutesIn this episode we talk to Caroline Hicks, Director of Growth & Community for Dartford Borough Council. About: the days when local authorities still had money; getting young creatives into Canterbury Market; commissioning bronze sculptures of Mick and Keef for Dartford Town Centre; the fear of ...
Art Career, Large-Scale Artwork, and Motherhood with Marela Zacarías - Ep 25
First Coat - February 07, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutesThis week on First Coat we have artist Marela Zacarías. I first discovered Zacarías' artwork (Mannahatta) years ago at the William Vale hotel. I've since been following her work and am really excited to share this episode with you! We recorded this episode in January 2022 and I am finally able ...
Paul Cowell talks to us about how his early creative experiences in Bradford, led to him commissioning art works in the public realm
Talking Public Art - January 19, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutesIn this episode, we talk to Paul Cowell, Head of Culture & Libraries at Medway Council. About: growing up in Bradford and being inspired by his Mum’s involvement with Am Dram; creating environments and loving pavilions; the importance of words in public art. Plus: the positive power of beauty...
Guest speaker, Kerry Lemon, on escaping being pigeon-holed as an illustrator and getting into public art
Talking Public Art - December 15, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutesIn this episode, we talk to artist Kerry Lemon About: escaping being pigeon-holed as an illustrator and getting into public art; being a one-woman B Corp; mentoring and supporting women to do what she does; leaving a societal and environmental legacy. Plus: being open, honest and sharing; wh...
Discussing the role of public art in giving a place an identity, with guest speaker Mark Osborn
Talking Public Art - November 17, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutesIn our first episode, we talk to Mark Osborn, Assistant Director of Housing at Gravesham Borough Council. About: the role of public art in giving a place an identity; why a landscape-led development is usually a more successful one; and why public art should be thought-provoking and never desi...
Ep 29: BAMP Founder Andre Jones
If These Walls Could Talk - July 28, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsFind out more about the Bay Area Mural Program at www.thebamp.org or on Insta @bayareamurapro You can find more about Natty Rebel artmaking at www.nattyrebel.com or on Insta @nattyrebelart
Ep 28 Kada Goalen Minneapolis-based Mural Artist
If These Walls Could Talk - July 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsYou can find Kada here: https://kada-creative.com/ Insta @Kada_Creative
EP 27: Paul J Gonzalez, San Jose- Based Mural Artist
If These Walls Could Talk - July 26, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsThis podcast explores the process and best practices for creating successful mural projects. Each episode will be a half hour deep dive interview with art advocates, artists, art commissioners, public art planners, as well as field notes from past mural projects to both demystify the process as w...
Creating Artistic Spaces and Experiences with Rachel Wolfe-Goldsmith
If These Walls Could Talk - July 12, 2022 22:45 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsYou can find Rachel at http://www.rachelwolfegoldsmith.com/ or on Insta @Wolfe_.pack
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapter 8
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 21:25 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings"Protecting the joy and primacy of artmaking is an ongoing balancing act in the life of a professional artist" —Morgan Bricca In the final chapter of her book, Morgan dives into keeping the artist happy! She explains how her criteria for selecting projects keeps her artistically challenged and ...
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapter 7
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 21:15 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings"When bankers get together for dinner, they discuss Art. When artists get together for dinner, they discuss money." —Oscar Wilde In Chapter 7, Morgan dives into her greatest area of expertise: making money making art. Morgan discusses questions such as: how much should I charge for a mural? Sho...
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapter 6
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 20:55 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIn Chapter 6, Morgan discusses art advocacy, finding public mural projects, and painting in public spaces. She introduces some of the practical and economic reasons for funding public mural art, and how to create an effective design in the face of community input that can stretch the artist thin...
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapters 4 & 5
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 20:30 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsIn Chapter 4, Morgan explains why residential murals are the best place to start for an aspiring mural artist. She outlines 5 main tips for successful private commissions, and details how to set effective boundaries and expectations with clients. Morgan also dives into the design process, incorp...
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapter 3
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 02:50 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsMorgan covers best practices for painting a mural, from materials, when to varnish, how to set up your space, to the physically demanding art of painting ceilings. Morgan also explains why you should buy top-of-the-line paint, what brands she recommends for different projects, and the "hidden sk...
The Mural Artist's Audiobook: Chapters 1 & 2
If These Walls Could Talk - July 01, 2022 02:35 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 5 ratings"Speak softly, but carry a big can of paint" —Banksy In the first chapter of her audiobook, Morgan discusses the current mural renaissance, gives a lay of the "Wild West" of mural art, and explains how the reputation of murals is changing for the better. In the second chapter, Morgan tells ...
How to Budget for a Public Art Project
First Coat - January 26, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutesEver struggle with putting together a budget for your art project? In this episode I share my tips on how to put together a budget for a public art project. Show notes & get a free budget template: https://distillcreative.com/blog/2022/1/25/how-to-budget-for-a-public-art-project Follow First ...
Jen Hewett: Women of Color in Craft and Community
First Coat - January 04, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutesThis week on First Coat we have Jen Hewett. Jen Hewett is a printmaker, surface designer, textile artist, and author based in the Hudson Valley. She recently came out with her second book This Long Thread: Women of Color on Craft, Community, and Connection. In this episode we talk about her new ...
Jen Hewett: Women of Color in Craft and Community
First Coat - January 04, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutesThis week on First Coat we have Jen Hewett. Jen Hewett is a printmaker, surface designer, textile artist, and author based in the Hudson Valley. She recently came out with her second book This Long Thread: Women of Color on Craft, Community, and Connection. In this episode we talk about her new ...
How to Hire a Mural Artist
First Coat - November 27, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutesIn this episode I share tips on how to hire a mural artist for your next mural project. If you are still looking for an artist for your project, check out my video on how to find a mural artist. Show Notes: https://distillcreative.com/blog/11/29/21/how-to-hire-a-mural-artist Join our mailing ...
Public Space Design with J. Manuel Mansylla
First Coat - October 27, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutesThis week on First Coat we have J. Manuel Mansylla (Manman). Manman is Principal of FANTÁSTICA, leading placemaking, design, and branding projects. FANTÁSTICA specializes in transformative projects to revitalize underutilized assets and unlock economic potential. He's worked on the creation of ...
Art in Public Space with Mallory Rukshana Nezam
First Coat - October 13, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutesThis week on First Coat we have Mallory Rukhsana Nezam. Mallory is a cross-sector culture-maker who loves cities and believes that we have the tools to make them more just and joyful. She specializes in public art, creative placemaking/keeping/knowing, organizational development, strategic plann...