Shows
Artistas in the CapitalQueer Latinx Artistry and Innovation with Armando Lopez-BircannOur first episode features D.C.-based XR (extended reality) artist Armando Lopez-Bircann (they/them), who grew up in the Dominican Republic with limited access to the world of high art. Despite this, Armando's innovative, technologically driven approach to artistic creation challenges the limits of queer Latinx expression. Join us as we explore their creative process and unique perspective on the intersection of queer identity and art.Episode Credits:Host: Norma SortoGuest: Armando Lopez-Bircann Episode Interviewer: Olivia DreyEpisode Scriptwriter: Flavia Olivera Episode Editor: Claudia Peralta Torres...2023-06-1425 min
Artistas in the CapitalIntroducing Artistas in the Capital!Hello and welcome to “Artistas in the Capital.” Hola Cultura’s brand new monthly podcast featuring interviews with Latinx artists in the Washington D.C. area. Hosted by Norma Sorto and based on interviews from Hola Cultura’s SPEL program, this podcast will introduce you to a variety of local Latinx artists, from dancers to printmakers, authors, poets and more. Tune in on June 14th for our first episode!Episode Credits: Host: Norma SortoGuests: Gabriel Mata, Armando Lopez-Bircann, Alejandro Gongóra, César Maxit, Stephanie Mercedes, Julio Valdez, Samuel Mira...2023-05-3103 min
La Valentina PodcastS2 Ep4 - Latin(X)equis | Armando Lopez-BircannThis week we interview Armando Lopez-Bircann!! We talk about what it's like to go from the club, to the gallery, to the museum— existing between spaces, and not seeing a difference between the real and the virtual. Armando Lopez-Bircann is a Latinx artist that engineers wearable sculptures, digital media and performances. Their practice is framed by immigrant narratives, genderfluid expression and digital native sensibilities. They design works in collaboration with dancers, circus performers, photographers, videographers, musicians and other artists. Currently living in Washington DC, Lopez-Bircann is a former DC Commission of Arts and Humanities fellow, Concordia University and...2021-12-1043 min