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The Little Art StudioEpisode 20: Harold TruccoWelcome to Harold's Studio! In this episode (Filmed at The Bridge Miami), we discuss his career as a guitarist from his start playing with grandma, to formal training at Berkley, and his experience as a gigging artist from LA to Miami. I have seen Harold play for a few years now and it was cool to sit down and pick his brain over his process and future plans as an artist. Enjoy!Make sure you like, subscribe, comment etc to support the podcast! To follow on IG: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host and creator...2024-05-2846 minThe Little Art StudioEpisode 19: Blake AburnWelcome to Blake's Studio! AKA the Renaissance Theater in Orlando, Florida. In this episode we discuss what its really like to be a full time theater performer, taking a project off Broadway, the ever changing personalities and rolls Blake gets to experience in the calendar year, working with your partner and more! Trigger warning we did discuss briefly eating disorders in relation to personal perception and costuming, so if that something you may find triggering please skip this episode. I really loved this episode and conversation with Blake, and I hope you all enjoy. 2024-05-2344 minThe Little Art StudioEpisode 18: Mateo ZapataWelcome to Mateo’s studio! In this episode we talk about the world of fine art photography, being perceived in portraits, self portrait work, holding on to life experiences through your hair and physical personas, and more. Mateo and I always end up getting a little existential, and this conversation is no different. I hope you enjoy! Make sure to follow Mateo on socials: @mateo.seza Follow the pod: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenCheck out the video version of all Little Art Studio interviews on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chann...2024-04-041h 09The Little Art StudioEpisode 17: Dani ReadWelcome to Dani's Studio! In this episode we chat about her incredible swimwear brand called FYI, the ins and outs of creating sustainable lingerie and swimwear, the details behind campaign shoots and branding and the overall process of creating fashion. We also chat about her impressive history at Savage X Fenty, how that influenced her moving into designing her own work, ins and outs of the industry and more! I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. This was one of the first actual conversations I had with Dani and now I consider her a...2024-03-311h 08The Little Art StudioEpisode 16: Deb NascimentoWelcome to Deb's Studio! In this episode we chat about Deb's beautiful space where she hosts all kinds of pottery events for the community. She is a brilliant teacher of her craft and has a mentality of constant expansion and manifestation. We also chat about her upbringing in a religious household and how that has impacted her mentality with her work, curating a safe queer space for artists to play, the influence of social media for potters and more. I hope you enjoy this episode! We filmed this in the summer and I am so happy to have gotten...2024-01-0346 minThe Little Art StudioEpisode 15: Uncle ScotchyWelcome to Uncle Scotchy's studio. Otherwise known as Eric Garcia, he has been a legend in the Miami music scene since the 90's. As front man of the blues fusion band named Juke, he gives us an inside look into the ever changing music scene in Miami, what its like to play one man acts, changing times and more. He also gives us insight to his project "The Blues Opera" what it was like producing such a project, as well as the inspiration behind it. We also get into the history of his stage name "Uncle Scotchy" and what...2023-12-1558 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 14: Alexa LashWelcome to Alexa's studio! In this episode we deep dive Alexa's most recent nomadic journey where she spends a month here, a month there, and discuss the impact this journey has had on her as a musician. We also chat on what it takes to get booked as a musician in Miami, the culture in her industry, and demanding better as an artist. Make sure to follow Alexa on IG: @alexalashmusic You can stream her music on Spotify as Alexa Lash Follow the podcast on IG: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host: @ashlynmckibben2023-11-3053 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 13: Victor QuintanaWelcome to Victor's Studio! In this episode we chat about photography and videography and the many ways the industry is changing. Utilizing AI to your benefit, the struggle of not being valued as a content creator, how social media has changed the name of our industry and more. Oh....... make sure to stick around for the tragic tale of one of Victor's drones as well..... To follow Victor on social media: @ victor__quintana@ guavacay_mediaHe also has a great YouTube channel if you are interested in his gear reviews and con...2023-11-251h 05
The Little Art StudioEpisode 12: Quiana MajorWelcome to Quiana's studio! In this episode we talk about the production process of making a record, being multi-faceted as a musician, how more girls should be inspired to play rock and roll, and much more. Since filming this episode I have become close friends with Quiana and witnessed the many levels of her skill across a few fields. Definitely check out her work, stream/download/and share her music! I hope you enjoy this episode, and hopefully we can have her back on the show once her album is out. Follow Quiana on IG: @ majormuzeS...2023-11-2541 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 12: Quiana MajorWelcome to Quiana's studio! In this episode we talk about the production process of making a record, being multi-faceted as a musician, how more girls should be inspired to play rock and roll, and much more. Since filming this episode I have become close friends with Quiana and witnessed the many levels of her skill across a few fields. Definitely check out her work, stream/download/and share her music! I hope you enjoy this episode, and hopefully we can have her back on the show once her album is out. Follow Quiana on IG: @ majormuzeS...2023-11-2516 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 11: Gabo RioWelcome to Gabo's Studio! Gabo Rio is a producer and DJ born in Nicaragua but currently based in Miami. We discuss the background of music production, process, making money, creating a label, internationally bookings, influence of Central America, distributions and more. I knew literally nothing about this world of of electronic and house music so this was a cool deep dive for me. Make sure to follow Gabo and his projects on Instagram: @sol_de_maracaiboFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenFollow the podcast: @littleartstudio.podcastIf you want to check out th...2023-08-2451 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 10: Brittany BraveWelcome to Brittany Brave's studio (aka my living room). In this weeks episode we chat about the stand up comedy scene in Miami, changing demographics among audience in different cities, women's rights, being an angry feminist, bombing on stage, and demanding proper pay as a woman in the performance realm, relationship ridiculousness and more. Check Brittany out on instagram: @brittanybraveFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenFollow the podcast: @littleartstudio.podcastIf you'd like to watch the video version of this podcast check it out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com...2023-08-1453 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 9: Jax FantasticWelcome to Jax Fantastic’s studio! On this episode we discuss all things strip, burlesque, pole, gogo-ing and more. This realm of performance art is not for the weak, join us as we chat about the ins and outs of this industry, crazy experiences in the club, online performance work through covid, moving out of the “traditional genres” of dance into stripping, family and relationship dynamics surrounding a dancer, and more. Check Jax out on instagram: @jax_fantasticFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenFollow the podcast: @littleartstudio.podcastIf you'd like to watch t...2023-07-051h 08
The Little Art StudioEpisode 8: Martha SkinnerWelcome to Martha’s Studio! In this episode we discuss Martha’s many mediums of visual art and concept based work. Originally born in Colombia, Martha now resides in a small fairy tale looking town called Marshal in North Carolina. We discuss living in multiple places that are all vastly different, the role it plays intuitively in artwork, projects in these locations etc. A lot of Martha’s work is visually geometrical, but conceptually fluid based around the human form and documenting time. Originally an architect, Martha was always working as an artist on the side along with teaching, she is...2023-06-091h 12
The Little Art StudioEpisode 7: Taylor DavisWelcome to Taylor's Studio! In this episode we chat about the formation of Taylor's band 'The Outsiders', gig life in Miami as a rock and roll artist, longevity of lyrics and performing through old age, iconic venues closing and the transition of live music since Covid. Taylor has been a friend of mine in Miami since he originally hired me to photograph his proposal. I hope you take something away from this episode and enjoy.Follow Taylor on Instagram: @taylorjamesdavis Taylor is the frontman of the Outsiders, to check the band out follow: @outsidersmiami2023-05-301h 16
The Little Art StudioEpisode 6: Christian ArevaloWelcome to Christian’s studio! In this episode we discuss Christians journey from musician to audio engineering to now one of the most successful wedding photographers I know. We also discuss the balance of family and owning a business with a partner, as well as juggling dad life and a busy schedule as a photographer in Miami. Of course we chat about Leica and how a camera can assist in dictating your voice as an artist as well. We also chat about the impact covid had on such a socially reliant career and how challenging it was to be a...2023-05-1656 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 5: GanymedeWelcome to Ganymede's studio! In this weeks episode we chat about all things drag, New Media, marketing and branding yourself as a persona, relationship dynamics as a queen, generational divides in the drag industry and more. Ganymede's Instagram: @Ganym3d3Follow the podcast in instagram: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenIf you would like to watch the video version of this podcast check it out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Thrho_0Cnd02023-04-2849 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 4: Erik MaceWelcome to Erik's studio! This week on the Little Art Studio Podcast I sat down with Erik and discussed career transitions as a fine artist out of commercial work, exhibition work and book making, not being on social media as a creative in todays age, and the definition of success as an artist. Erik's website: https://www.erikmace.com/Follow the podcast in instagram: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host: @ashlynmckibbenIf you would like to watch the video version of this podcast check it out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.co...2023-04-2350 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 3: Julia SandersWelcome to Julia's studio! In this episode we chat about musical influence, the recording process, making music during covid, the balance of motherhood and career, navigating the streaming world as a musician and more. I know basically nothing about music production and the process so hearing Julia's experience in producing her record was fascinating. I hope you take something away from this episode. Be sure to check out Julia and her work. Julia's Instagram: @juliasandersHer website: https://www.juliasandersmusic.com/Follow the podcast in instagram: @littleartstudio.podcastFollow your host: @ashlynmckibben2023-04-1443 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 2: Starr SariegoWelcome to Starr's Studio, in this episode we discuss photography for social change, ethical portrait photography, curating group exhibitions, queer joy and more. Starr has had such an impact on my life as an artist since I've known her and hearing her speak on the work she is doing and her stance on social work is so gratifying. I hope you learn and take things from this episode! To see what Starr is up to follow her on Instagram: @starrsariegoFollow my instagram for more updates, my work and more: @ashlynmckibbenFollow @littleartstudio.p...2023-04-0845 min
The Little Art StudioEpisode 1: The RundownHello everyone! Welcome to the Little Art Studio Podcast. This solo chit chat is about what is to come in the future with this project. I will be sitting down and holding conversations with all kinds artists about anything and everything relating to their careers, how they got started in their crafts, work life balance, family and relationship dynamics with what they do, industry talk, future goals etc. I hope you all enjoy what is to come. Follow my instagram for more updates, my work and more: @ashlynmckibbenFollow @littleartstudio.podcast on instagram for updates a...2023-04-0504 min
Leica Street Photography Collective"I'm the only one that sees it" with Ashlyn McKibbenA beautiful conversation with Leica user Ashlyn McKibben [My sincerest apologies for saying your name incorrectly] about her journey into photography [ instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ashlynmckibben/ : Web: www.ashlynmckibben.com ] where we talk about Life, Love, and Leica's (C) [SMH Photo Design].
The Pod:
0:01 : Intro ; 04:15 : When I first started making photos ; 06:30 : Transitioning into Street Photography ; 10:00 : Why Street Photography inspires me ; 12:30 : Why it's important to document the streets ; 14:30 : How I see things ; 16:45 : How I capture people ; 18:00 : How I get my photos to tell stories ; 27:30 : How I stay creative ; 28:45 : Who inspires me ; 31:30 : The benefit of documenting t...2022-12-162h 11