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SOTAArt in Rural PlacesHello, SOTAns! Did you know that both of your hosts are from very rural places? This week, we're tapping into our rural roots to discuss how art can make an economic impact on the USA's small, rural towns. We lay out some common facets of rural culture then, bring in some exciting examples of rural towns that have successfully made art a pinnacle of their economy. Although this podcast centers around the Twin Cities, let's not discount the dynamic possibilities of our rural neighbors!
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https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/five_ways_the_arts_impact...2020-12-1631 minSOTAThe Nonprofit Industrial ComplexGreetings, SOTAns! So many of the arts organizations we love are nonprofits, many of which we have talked about on the podcast before. We even work for them! Although there are so many fantastic NPOs in existence, there is a another lens to look at how their system came to be. Criticisms of the Nonprofit Industrial Complex speak to how this system helps the rich to maintain wealth control, suppress dissemination of radical ideas, upholds a top-down hierarchy within an organization, and is a way for the government to keep track of people's causes. Join us as we talk...2020-12-0845 minSOTADecolonize Art History: "Orientalism"Hello, SOTAns! Orientalism. We know–we're cringing with you. Many of us haven't heard this term since our Art History 101 class (which has also ALSO historically been problematic, as so we have discussed before). But, let us not pretend that it didn't exist or what colonial BS lead to its subject matter and its name. In this episode, Sarah guides us through its definition and traits while also calling out it's totally Western-Centric, exoticized existence. Join us while we break it down, and going forward we can help break the colonialism in art history all the way down.
...2020-12-0100 minSOTAAccessibility in CuratingGreetings, SOTAns! This week, we're going over some basics of accessibility in curating. Jasa recently took a class on this subject from the Node Center of Curatorial Studies and wants to pass this golden info along to all her SOTA friends. Join us for some entry-level concepts, ideas on how to make the arts more accessible, and of course some anecdotes and mispronunciations. Do you have some tips on how to make art spaces more accessible? We would love to hear from you!
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#jeffkoons #dalechihuly #art #arthistory...2020-11-0300 minSOTAThe Postponed Philip Guston ExhibitionHello SOTAns! Welcome back for another exciting week of critical art discussion. We're talking about the postponed Philip Guston exhibition–what the situation is and its various reactions. We explain the positives and negatives, both the pro- and anti-postponement perspectives. Join us and let us know what you think of this topical subject!
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National Gallery of Art Director Discusses the Decision to Delay the Philip Guston Exhibition - Hyperallergic
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Send in a voice message: htt...2020-10-2700 minSOTAGraffiti: But is it Art?Greetings, SOTAns! The answer is yes. Yes, graffiti is art. Someone who tells you otherwise probably has subconscious (or totally conscious) biasies. *Record scratch* But, let's go back to the beginning. We will tell you a bit about how this "non-art" stance got started and then satirize the institutional conception of "high" art. The Five Pillars of Hip Hop make a cameo. Then, we have some awesome examples of graffiti in museums and the larger art world. Join us!
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...2020-10-2100 minSOTAFair Pay for Museum Customer ServiceHello SOTAns! We hope you've had a lovely month and we are so glad to be back with our first-ever season! We've lined up some great content to keep you entertained and informed all the way through the rest of the year. Isn't it SOTA crazy that we're (thankfully) nearing the end of 2020?
This episode, we are drawing from personal experience to illuminate the wide range of tasks that museum customer service staff has to master. We bet you'll be surprised at all the duties these workers have to juggle, even while working in a very precarious...2020-10-1300 minSOTAFancy Shmancy ArtspeakSalutations, SOTAns! This week, we are talking about accessibility in language and how that relates to the art world. It's no secret that the art world is full of complicated philosophy and five-dollar words. We talk about why that is and how that may be a barrier for some when approaching the art world. We also touch on International Art English, which is a dialect all of it's own, which is known for its pretentiousness and inaccessibility. But, perhaps it's more accessible than originally thought? Join us for our conversation and share with us your thoughts!
References:2020-09-1538 minSOTAThe Magical Philanthropic Fairy Part IIIOkay, SOTAns, this is the last edition of this thread! This week we address what organizations can do to make internships more equitable and point out a couple glaring reasons why they're often inequitable. Listen in for some solid tips on how to create change in regards to unpaid labor in museums!
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The Power of a Paid Internship: Creating pathways to careers in museums
https://www.aam-us.org/2019/02/11/the-power-of-a-paid-internship-creating-pathways-to-careers-in-museums/
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Send in a voice m...2020-09-0221 minSOTAThe Magical Philanthropic Fairy Part IIGuess what, SOTAns? Our two-part conversation has turned into a three parter! Hooray!
Jasa has more questions about the Met’s new paid internship, funded by the Magical Philanthropic Fairy. How much will the Met be paying the interns? What about institutions that haven’t been visited by the Fairy? Could Adrienne Arsht’s philanthropy inspire others to donate money to pay internships rather than donating funds to put their name on a work of art?
Now is the time to transform what museum budgets need to do. Paying internships could change the entire premise of wha...2020-08-2529 minSOTAThe Magical Philanthropic FairyGreetings, SOTAns!
This week, we're talking about how the Metropolitan Museum in New York will now start paying interns. YAY! Right? Yes and no. Although the Met is one of the most visited museums in the US and does carry influence, it's the source of the paid internship funding that is the issue. The Met received a $5 million dollar gift from a philanthropist (who, seems to be on the up-and-up–we checked.). This is well and good, but it's not a reality for every museum and nonprofit everywhere. The Magical Philanthropic Fairy will not put that am...2020-08-1823 minSOTACity Pages "Best of" 2020
Hey Sotans! We detour briefly from our ongoing discussion of systemic racism and inequity within the arts to discuss the City Pages “Best of” 2020 edition. City Pages, a simultaneously well-loved and much-despised entertainment and news outlet based in Minneapolis, puts together a list of the “Best of” EVERYTHING in the Twin Cities - ice cream, theater, exhibitions, etc. Jasa and Sarah found at least 11 items named the “Best of” had been discussed on SOTA!
So join us, Sota fam, as we take a dive into the best that Minnesota has to offer.
Heads up: We...2020-08-1131 minSOTAUK Monument ControversyHello SOTAns! This week, we discuss the public art work statue A Surge of Power (Jen Reid) by Marc Quinn and collaborator/subject, Jen Reid. This piece was erected by the artist in place of a toppled monument that depicted a slave trader in Bristol, UK. Although the sculpture was quickly removed by the city, controversy around this piece still lingers. Did Quinn (a white male artist) exploit Reid's likeness (a woman of color)? Was their collaboration genuine? Did the artist take away an opportunity for a BIPOC artist? Tune in for our recap of the story and discussion...2020-08-0435 minSOTAMinnesota Monument Equality//BIPOC MinnesotansWith the recent toppling of the Christopher Columbus monument in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Jasa and Sarah wondered - what if we created more monuments for the historically (and currently) significant BIPOC of Minnesota? In this episode of SOTA, w eexplore Minnesota Monuments, and the BIPOC people who should be memorialized in the form of a public likeness. Architecture, Law, and Hair Gel are only a few of the notable developments for which people like Carl Fraction, Reatha Clark King, and Clarence “Cap” Wigington should be recognized.
Minnesota protesters pull down Columbus statue at Capitol
16 trailblazing blac...2020-07-2832 minSOTAGuerilla Girls: Then and NowHello SOTAns! This week, we're talking a little art history and a little current affairs. We recorded the original rendition of the episode back when we were just trying to keep you entertained in your coronavirus quarantine, before the murder of George Floyd and the prominent social movement that has prevailed since. We took this opportunity to reflect on how we viewed our subjects before beginning this journey in ernest to educate ourselves on antiracist discourse and decided to revisit this pre-recorded topic and add to it our critical lens of today. In the original section of the episode...2020-07-2147 minSOTAMuseum accountability//Employee responsesIn this episode, Jasa and Sarah focus on humanities institutions that have been called out publicly by current and (recently) former staff. These institutions, SFMOMA (who deleted a comment criticising the museum’s lip-service allyship), NOMA (who was called out on its institutional racism in and open letter from current and former staff), the Toledo Art Museum (who claimed to have no political stance whatsoever), the Palm Springs Art Museum (who was critiqued for their “rhetoric and neutrality”), and the Minneapolis Institute of Art, whose employees created a petition on change.org in an attempt to save jobs.
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...2020-07-1447 minSOTAInstitutional Racism in MuseumsHello everyone! In this episode, we examine the institutional racism present in larger and older museum institutions (Minneapolis Institute of Art, Chicago Art Museum, and Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Cleveland Art Museum, for example). Have the Diversity and Inclusion initiatives by museums succeeded? Sarah outlines three points of contention which Museums might use to examine their internal systemic racism, and how they might combat it successfully. Step 1 - Museums should examine (publicly) where their funding originated, how that shaped the physical collection. Step 2 - examine the museum’s staff racial diversity. Step 3 - What percentage of the ov...2020-07-0754 minSOTANoah Purifoy and the Watts RiotsGreetings SOTAns,
We hope you are all keeping well. In light of the recent social unrest in the Twin Cities, we are discussing a similar situation that happened in Los Angeles in 1965–The Watts Riots (aka the Watts Rebellion). Similarly to the unjust story of George Floyd in Minneapolis, these riots started with the arrest of a black man by a white officer and lead to community rebellion against systemic oppression against POC communities. The artist, Noah Purifoy, was a resident of Los Angeles and created sculptures out of the refuse from the riots. He later moved to...2020-06-3026 minSOTAAnti-Racist Street Art // A History of Juneteenth*Note: This episode contains historic descriptions of violence against African Americans by White Americans.
Greetings, SOTAns! Thank you for embarking on this journey with us.
This episode is a two-parter: first, Sarah and Jasa discuss the numerous street murals being created honoring George Floyd, supporting the Black Lives Matter movement, and encouraging policing reform. The University of St. Thomas Professors have created a Street Art Database which will document and celebrate the street art being created.
In the second part, we take a break from art-related topics to discuss the history of Juneteenth...2020-06-2332 minSOTAAntiracism & the Art WorldHello SOTAns,
This week, we're doing things differently again. We understand that this time is taking up a lot of people's energy–mentally, emotionally, physically. In this time of ongoing protests, while also battling a global pandemic, we did not want to put more on anyone's plate by asking them to use their energy for our podcast. (However, our platforms remains open to anyone who it may benefit.) We, your hosts, are both white and we are taking time to read antiracist literature and educate ourselves on systemic racism that is prevalent in daily life in our co...2020-06-1739 minSOTASolidarity from SOTAHello everybody,
This episode will be different. The Twin Cities has become ground zero for a necessary movement towards dismantling systemic racism, and we cannot carry on as normal. The murder of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer is despicable and tragic beyond words. We side with BIPOC-led revolution, support protestors, Justice for George Floyd, Black Lives Matter, and dramatic and complete reform of social and governmental systems. Now is the time for us to listen. In this episode, we encourage our audience to educate themselves and listen to BIPOC voices, support them...2020-06-0910 minSOTAHigher Education in the Arts: How High?Hello SOTAns! We're switching up our usual format starting this week. We will now be posting shorter episodes where we dive into one topic at a time. We'll be exploring how the art world works, subjects of debate in contemporary art, and delving into a little art history! Even better, we will now be posting once a week to help entertain and educate you during your shelter-in-place time.
Have a suggestion for a topic? An art world query? Let us know!
This week, we're talking about higher education in the art world. The MFA--do you...2020-05-1845 minSOTAArtist Relief GrantsHello SOTAns! We hope you're all keeping well as we are still trudging through the world in the time of coronavirus. In this episode, we cover how the news is kind of...all the same, and mostly discouraging at that. However, an uplifting trend is that there have been a multitude of artist relief grants that are coming from foundations, institutions, non-profits, etc. We talk about different trends in the type of those grants and speculate on the different pros and cons that come with them.
Interviews are on pause for right now, since we're in the...2020-05-0633 minSOTASupport Art during Crisis // Artists ReactBe well, SOTAns! We hope you are all staying safe and during this unprecedented time. This week, we wanted to highlight just a few of the ways you can stay involved with your beloved art community and support local artists during the pandemic. This is not an exhaustive list, but we hope that it's helpful in some way or another! We are keeping our entire creative community in mind during this time and will continue to post content to keep us all connected and to uplift local artists.
The interview this week is actually a virtual panel...2020-04-061h 21SOTAArt in the Time of Coronavirus // Jacob DockseySalutations, SOTAns! We hope you are all well and getting through this crazy time alright. The coronavirus has effected everything. Ev-er-y-thi-ng. The art world is obviously no exception. This week, we talk about what kind of changes and adjustments various arts organizations are making. We also suggest some recommendations for how to engage in the arts during the time of social distancing and how to support local artists.
SOTA will keep bringing you local content and giving artists a platform for their voice.
That being said, be sure not to miss this interview with local...2020-03-2739 minSOTAOutdoor Artscapes // Trina FernandezHello SOTAns! We hope you are all well out there. This is especially so because, in the news, we cover museums, art fairs, and other public gatherings for art that are closing due to the coronavirus. Next, we talk about how outdoor artscapes benefit a community and present a case study of sorts for one way you can go about that. We also have a most excellent interview with local artist Trina Hernandez that you do not want to miss!
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A Daily Report on How COVID-19 Is Impacting the Art World - Hyperallergic
2020-03-1146 minSOTAInstallation Remix // Jes ReyesGreetings SOTAns! This week in the news, we tackle the president's call to mandate that all Government buildings should be made in the classic style and why that's super problematic. Next, we talk about remixing installations. Many institutions, museums, and exhibits are permanent and preserved that way. How and why do you mix contemporary art into these established settings? Last but certainly not least, we catch back up with local artist, Jes Reyes, who we interviewed all the way back in episode three! She has a new creative initiative she's created in the community. Tune in to learn more!2020-02-2459 minSOTARetrospectives // Roshan GanuSublime salutations, SOTAns!
Have you ever taken an Art history course? One that focused on the great works from the Greek and Roman empires all the way through impressionism in Paris? What if we told you that those courses left out multiple cultures worth of art? Yale University has decided that their art history 101 courses need a redo, and are therefore canceling those courses until further notice. Some are saying that there is no way to ever include all art from every culture into these classes, so why are we trying? Jasa and Sarah have thoughts because...2020-02-1046 minSOTAParticipation Elements in Exhibitions // Jess HirschHey SOTAns! This week, we're talking about P-A-R-T-I-C-I-P-A-T-I-O-N. We hone in on the recently closed exhibition at Mia, Artists Respond: American Art and the Vietnam War, 1965-1975, as an example. But, not before we share some news about a re-discovered Klimt! We wrap it up with a delightful interview with an artist who also uses participation in her practice!
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Mystery solved: Klimt's 'Portait of a Lady' painting found after 23 years missing, verified authentic - NBC News
Artists Respond: American Art and the Vietnam War, 1965-1975 - Mia
Jess Hirsch's Website2020-01-2754 minSOTAArt World Job Search // Alyssa BagussHappy New Year, SOTAns!
We are kicking off 2020 with some great art-of-the-Midwest-and-beyond content, with a whole new year of it to come! In the words of Sarah Kuenzler, “Let’s GO!”
Can we just talk about Lucas, Kansas for a moment? Wait, never heard of it? Well, listen on in because it’s a favorite art pilgrimage, listed on Artsy along with sites like the Getty.
Next, we talk about just why is it so hard to get a job in art?? Why, though? We talk about personal experiences and greater factors at play in...2020-01-1351 minSOTAOuttakes 2019!Hello SOTAns!
We hope you are enjoying your holidays if you celebrate! We are and, in fact, we're on a break right now. But, not to worry! We've prepared for you a hilarious blooper and outtakes reel from 2019. This is just for fun and won't have any educational content. However, we will be back in January 2020 with more great things to come. Happy New Year!
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Support this p...2019-12-3028 minSOTAQueer Forms // Teréz IacovinoSalutations SOTAns! This week, we have updates from Northern Spark which come with some participatory prompts! Check out our links below to participate in the community survey and get more info on their AOV10 show.
We're also giving you the DL on the magnificent exhibition Queer Forms, which was at the Katherine E. Nash gallery. This show was a spectacular queer wonderland of art excellence and we're so excited to talk to you about it!
Last but certainly not least, we have a reprise from Teréz Iacovino! Listen to Sarah and Teréz dive mo...2019-12-1651 minSOTAWomen in Museum Collections // Donny GettingerGreetings SOTAns! This week we have a lot of juicy art discussions such as how the Baltimore Museum of art is starting an initiative to only collect women artists in 2020. Also, we talk about the new model of combined customer service and security position at the Portland Art Museum and some of the motivations and potential consequences regarding this adjustment. Last but not least, Donny Gettinger is back with a deeper dive into his practice!
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"Baltimore Museum of Art Will Only Collect Works by Women in 2020" - ArtNews
"Portland Art Museum...2019-12-0241 minSOTAThe Most Open Museum // The Anti-Automatism LaboratoryHi SOTAns!
Wow, we are so excited to bring you this episode! It is overflowing with arty goodness. First, we have a bitter-sweet story on local artist Aldo Moroni, who called upon help from the local arts community to help finish his last project.
Next, we present to you The Most Open Museum, aka. The Chazen Museum of Art at the University of Wisconsin in Madison! This museum has changed its hours to be open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. How does this benefit the community? What possible challenges does it pose for the...2019-11-1754 minSOTAAlternative Exhibitions // CCASalutations, SOTAns!
What an exciting week! First off, we have to break it to you that Northern Spark is taking 2020 off. But don't fear - It will be back! Let us tell you what's going on.
Next, we discuss alternative means of exhibition-making. Exhibitions can exist outside of a certain space and/or time. We have many examples of how and also want to inspire you to re-think how you might go about making an exhibition!
Finally, we have a guest who we have mentioned before! Their name is Christopher Corey Allen, aka...2019-11-0351 minSOTAArt Halloween Happenings // Andy DucettHappy Halloween SOTAns!
First, have you seen that billboard at the corner of University and Vandalia? The one where there are multiple depictions of a shirtless man posing with various vegetables? We have discovered what that's all about!
Next, want to know how to get in the Halloween spirit and also support local arts at the same time? We have many creepy, creative happenings to suggest for you!
Finally, we have an exceptionally excellent interview with renowned Minnesota artist, Andy Ducett! Listen in to learn more about his practice, illustration, and moms! Yes...2019-10-2047 minSOTAState Fair Fine Arts // Ifrah MansourSalutations SOTAns! We are excited to be back from our short break! This episode, we discuss the unveiling of Kehinde Wiley's Rumors of War in Times Square and the implications of its final home in Richmond, VA. Then, we bring you back to the great Minnesota get-together, the MN State Fair! More specifically, we talk about the Fine Art Competition at the fair. How does this exhibition serve and reflect our communities? Why are MN artists so attached to it? Finally, Sarah presents a knock-out interview with local artist, Ifrah Mansour!
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Kehinde Wiley’s Ti...2019-10-0656 minSOTAKelly O'Brien Bonus InterviewGreetings SOTAns! We are pleased to present the third and final edition of our September bonus content! Please enjoy this extended interview with Kelly O'Brien. Check out our recent episode, Neurodiversity in Museums // Kelly O'Brien for the full interview and get to know the artist even more!
Visit Kelly O'Brien's website!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sota/support2019-09-3009 minSOTAChristi Furnas Bonus InterviewHello SOTAland! We have another fantastic bonus interview for you this week! Enjoy this extra segment from our interview with local illustrator Chirsti Furnas. To hear more and get to know Christi even better, check out our past episode Local Mental Health & Art Resources // Christi Furnas.
To learn more about Christi, visit her website!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sota/support2019-09-2309 minSOTAAlison Hiltner Bonus InterviewHello SOTAns! Don't you just love the local artists we've interviewed? We definitely do! And guess what—we have even more interview clips to share with you! This week, we start with an extended clip of our interview with Alison Hiltner. If you haven't yet, go back and listen to our episode "Des Moines Art Center and Alison Hiltner" to get acquainted with Alison even better!
For images and more info, visit Alison's website https://alisonhiltner.com/
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Sen...2019-09-1507 minSOTAAndy Warhol at SFMOMA // Regan GoldenHello SOTAns, We have some fun things for you this week! In the news we talk about artists participating in the Aichi Trienniale who asked for their work to be taken down, in reaction to a closure of a gallery in the exhibition alleged as censorship. We then talk about the Andy Warhol retrospective exhibition at SFMOMA and if the most famous figures in art history can be presented in a fresh way or, if they even need to be. Then, we have a fabulous interview with local artists Regan Golden!
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Artists Demand Removal...2019-09-0655 minSOTANeurodiversity in Museums // Kelly O’BrienIn the news, we discuss how the artists of the Whitney Biennial leveraged their very presence in protest of Warren Kanders (of Defence company Safariland) continuing to sit on the Board of the Institution. Kanders officially resigned his position at the Whitney in late July.
We discussed how Museums can better equip themselves to appeal to a neurodiverse audience, and what the benefits are for institutions who make small changes to be more inclusive.
Finally, Sarah interviewed the talented and dynamic sculptor Kelly O’Brien.
‘It’s Just the Beginning’: Art World Responds to Warre...2019-09-0648 minSOTAHearts of Our People // Jacob Aaron SchroederGreetings SOTAns! This week we highlight ways you can engage in physical activity at some of your favorite local art museums! Take advantage of these while the summer still lasts! We also discuss Hearts of Our People: Native Women Artists at Mia and why it is both important and timely. Sarah wraps things up with an interview with local multimedia artist Jacob Aaron Schroeder.
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SculTours at the Walker
Yoga at the WAM
Hiking with ASI
Yoga at Des Moines Art Center
Hearts of Our People: Native...2019-09-0636 minSOTALocal Mental Health & Art Resources // Christi FurnasHello SOTAns! This week, we give you a little blast from the past in the news when we talk about former a Mia curator leading the charge to return Nazi-looted art! We then discuss local mental health and art resources–who are they and what services do they provide to the community? Sarah wraps it up with an excellent interview with local illustrator, Christi Furnas.
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“After 75 Years, Germany Will Return a Nazi-Looted Old Master Painting to the Uffizi in Florence” -ArtNet News
ARTS PROGRAMS in Minnesota for Adults with Disabilities
Avivo...2019-09-0636 minSOTASOTA Pride ProgramHello SOTAns! This week, we are bringing you the special Pride Program we made in collaboration with KFAI Minneapolis. This aired live on Pride Sunday and features an interview with local, queer artist Christine Furnas, a discussion on local, creative, queer spaces, and a review of the Stonewall at 50 event at Mia! We hope you all had a happy Pride!
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SOTA: State of the Arts on KFAI
Quatrefoil Library
A Conspiracy of Strange Girls
Tailorbird Tattoo
Rare Productions
Ritual Print Co.
Feminist...2019-09-0650 minSOTAWhat is Digital Art? // Amy RiceHello SOTA listeners!
This week in the news, we discuss the Arts + All Museums Salary Transparency 2019 spreadsheet where thousands of cultural workers are anonymously presenting their locations, position, and pay. Hopefully, the results can help lead to closing economic gaps in the art world.
Next, Jasa helps to demystify the question, “What is Digital Art?” Sure, you may get the concept, but we go into detail about some popular denominations and particularly highlight the realm where digital and sound art meet! This is inspired by our upcoming SOTA Projects launch, Terraforming by Danelle Cloutier, who work...2019-09-0641 minSOTAStonewall @ 50 - the history of the LGBTQ+ movementHello SOTAns!! This week, in a special mini-episode, Sarah talks to Dustin Steuck (see the episode “Dustin Steuck and Noah Purifoy Outdoor Museum” from October 7th, 2018) to discuss the history of the Stonewall Riots, their impact on the LGBTQ+ Rights movement, and the (FREE!!) Stonewall@50 event at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts happening on Friday, June 14th from 6 – 9 pm.
Thanks for listening, and Happy Pride Month!
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We are thrilled about this episode! We are switching it up this week, with Sarah serving up the critical discussion while Jasa presents an exciting interview. In the news, we dive right into addressing the budget the Democratic party has recently unveiled, benefitting the NEA and proposing to raise their funding significantly! Unsurprisingly, there are rough waters ahead in this budgetary debate.
Sarah presents a segment that we’ve dubbed Getting Wiley with Gauguin! She highlights painter, Kehinde Wiley’s, new portrait series, depicting subjects of people in the community of Tahiti’s third...2019-09-0659 minSOTABiennials & Art Fairs // Christopher Corey AllenHello SOTA listeners! It’s SOTA-nice to see you. Just kidding! We are always ecstatic for you to be joining us.
The news this episode is about US! We have a Big Announcement! Next month, SOTA Projects will be launching! SOTA will be infiltrating the physical dimension, bringing pop-up exhibitions and happenings around the Twin Cities. Be sure to add your email at the bottom of this page to get notifications for when we announce programs to the public! Also, follow us on Instagram and Facebook to get the latest announcements as well. Please, visit ou...2019-09-0652 minSOTAPrivilege in the Arts // Alex PetersenHello SOTA listeners! We have some delicious ‘sota-flavored offerings this week! In the news, we’re heading back to our beloved Midwestern neighbor, Iowa, as we talk about a statue in the prison system that forbids portrayals of nudity, even in arts and medical educational materials. We then delve into the issue of privilege in the arts, and specifically how coming from wealth increases one’s likeliness of entering the arts field. (No one is surprised.) Then, we present an interview with local artist Alex Peterson, whose color-rich, flat paintings may fool you as prints at first impression!
Refe...2019-09-0654 minSOTADes Moines Art Center // Alison HiltnerHello SOTAns! This week in the news, we talk about how the Met Museum has hired Marie Kondo to deaccession objects in their collection. Presumably, only that which sparks joy may remain. Jasa took a recent trip to the lovely city of Des Moines, Iowa and recounts the pleasantly surprising art world there. Sarah presents an interview with local artist Alison Hiltner whose work, often mechanical or biological in nature, presents the viewer with an in-depth, organic experience.
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“Art Industry News: Metropolitan Museum of Art Hires Marie Kondo to Deaccession Works That Don’t ‘Spark...2019-09-0650 minSOTAPublic Art // Sophia SongmiGreetings SOTA listeners! This week, the news and critical topic are combined in the wake of the disappearance of an installation Desert X exhibition. Vandalism and theft of public art is no uncommon occurrence when objects are placed in the public sphere and the Twin Cities has encountered these issues in recent history as well. Why even put up public art, especially temporary installations, if they’re vulnerable? We then bring you an interview with local artist, Sophia Songmi, whose work approaches difficult dichotomies: the artists’ identity as both Chinese and Korean, subversive media messaging and patriarchal power, and...2019-09-0637 minSOTAWithout Boundaries // Teresa AudetHello SOTAns! We’re playing it fast and loose in this episode. First, in the news, we discuss how the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland has gone admission-free, how Twin Cities institutions make that work, and also the affects free admission has on the community. We also discuss the Without Boundaries: Fiber Sculpture and Paintings by Women, on view at Mia. Here, we discuss the intersection of media hierarchy, generated disparity, and fine art vs. craft in museum representation. Sarah brings us a gem of an interview with local artist Teresa Audet, who is also working at the intersection of...2019-09-0646 minSOTAProgramming in the Arts // Tiffany LangeHi SOTAns! In the news, we give a verbal high-five to the NEA for coming through with their 2019 grants on time, despite the government shut down! We are also so happy to bring you a discussion this week centered around the importance of programming in the arts. Jasa talks about her experience viewing a screening of City of Joy at the Hammer. We then tackle the personal impact of this experience, how programming in the arts works, and why it’s important. Sarah presents an interview with local artist, Tiffany Lang , who explores idea of gender roles while questioning th...2019-09-0637 minSOTADesert X // Dakota HoskaSalutations SOTAns! In the news, we discuss the findings of the recently published Art Museum Staff Demographic Survey 2018, which notes that diversity in art museum staff is *marginally* increasing. Then, the big moment is here for the project Jasa has been working on, Desert X! After two years in the making, the opening week is here. Jasa relates the experience about working behind the scenes on a biennial and highlights the unique experience of the exhibition in the desert. Sarah brings us a wonderful interview with local artist, Dakota Hoska.
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Art Museum Staff Demographic...2019-09-0649 minSOTACurating Communities // Justin NelsonHello SOTAns! We have exciting stuff for you this week! We dive in with a discussion on how to curate art exhibitions that involves communities which you do not represent. It’s a multifaceted conversation where be both bring personal experiences to the table. Relatedly, we talk about the nudity ban on Tumblr and how it affects specific communities, particularly in the art world. Lastly, we present an interview with local artist, Justin Nelson, whose work was directly affected by this ban. We hope you enjoy! We sure did.
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“Tumblr’s nudity ban removes one of...2019-09-0552 minSOTAUnpaid Labor in the Arts // Christopher SelleckHello SOTA listeners! We are excited to bring you our first episode of 2019! We are beginning to implement a lot of changes and improvements starting this new year. We hope you enjoy some of our experiments and as always, enjoy the content as we bring word on our local arts community!
This week in the news, we discuss the government shut down and how it affects workers in the arts. Last week, workers officially starting missing their paychecks and many museum remain closed. We also scarped the surface on unpaid labor in the arts, an issue that...2019-09-0551 minSOTAJonathan Aller // the Museum of Russian ArtSalutations, SOTAns! This week Sarah interviews Jonathan Aller who is an illustrator turned oil painter who blends his background in animation drawing with classical painting approaches to create works based off conversations with the sitters.
Jasa reviews the exhibition From Non-Conformism to Feminisms: Russian Women Artists from the Kolodzei Art Foundation at the Museum of Russian Art of Art in Minneapolis. She touches on some history behind the collection, exhibition design, and highlights some favorite projects such as The Museum of a Woman.
In the news, we discuss how the Currier Museum of Art...2019-09-0559 minSOTASOTA Artist Updates // Egypt’s Sunken CitiesGreeting SOTAns! This week Sarah catches us up on what past SOTA interviewees have been up to recently. Many exciting things have been going on so, listen in for the inside scoop! Jasa addresses the Egypt’s Sunken Cities exhibition at Mia and leads a discussion on the art museum vs. the history museum experience. In the news, we talk about the cutest story we have covered yet! Two cats have been attempting to enter a museum in Japan, prompting a friendly relationship with a museum guard.
ps. We apologize for the belated post! We experienced some un...2019-09-0534 minSOTAMCBA Jerome Exhibition // Thanksgiving Art ListHappy Thanksgiving, SOTA listeners! This week Sarah gives us an insight into the MCBA/Jerome Book Arts Fellowships Series XIV exhibition at the Minnesota Center for Book Arts. She also provides some extra content from her live experience at the opening! Jasa is coming back to the Twin Cities for Thanksgiving! So, she has provided her list of must-see art exhibitions for Thanksgiving weekend. Need some places to take the family? Need some places to escape from immense family time? We have suggestions for you!
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Info on the MCBA exhibition
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Jasa recalls her recent experience at the Austin City Limits music festival and the ACL art market. This brings to mind all the fantastic, local art fairs around the Twin Cities! Want to learn about more about some fun art fairs you can check out? Listen in!
In the news, we talk about how the Art Institute of Chicago recently released thousands of images of th...2019-09-0544 minSOTAThe Haunted Basement // This is a RecordThis is one of our favorite episodes yet! We had so much fun talking about The Haunted Basement. Jasa did her best to give a little insight to the experience and pump Sarah up to give it a try! Sarah talks about visiting This is a Record, an exhibition by Christopher Selleck at the Soo VAC, which was both highly enjoyable and deeply impactful. In the news, we cover the Banksy stunt at Sotheby's. As a product of this discussion, Sarah invents the term Trollism as the next movement in contemporary art. Please, remember to use #trollism as...2019-09-0557 minSOTABonus Episode: Dustin Steuck Extended Interview!Sarah’s interview with Dustin Steuck was so delightful for us all that SOTA brings you a bonus episode with even more from the interview! Check out this podcast extra for more insight into this artist’s amazing work!
Music by The Von Tramps!
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St. Sebastian wikipedia link
Narcissus by Caravaggio
Ganymedes and Zeus from the Queer Culture Collection at Penn State
The Carters: Apes**t
Info about the architecture of the Minnesota State Capitol here, and info about the “Progress of the State”...2019-09-0510 minSOTADustin Steuck // Noah Purifoy Outdoor MuseumThis week Sarah has an exciting interview with local artist Dustin Steuck. Jasa reports on the Noah Purifoy Outdoor Museum. In the news, we discuss the recent denial of filmmakers and actors to the Arab Film Festival, held in the Twin Cities.
Music by the Von Tramps!
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Dustin Steuck Website
Noah Purifoy Website
Wild West Dada Article
“For the first time in 13 years, Arab Film Festival filmmakers and actors denied entrance to the U.S.” – CityPages
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References:2019-09-0542 minSOTABonus Episode: Erin Sandsmark on Body Image Extended InterviewSOTAland, we have a treat for you! Sarah’s interview with Erin was just so full poignant conversation, a bonus episode begged to be released! This mid-week treat features a clip of Erin speaking to body image in relation to her art practice. Please enjoy this more in-depth look into the artist’s practice! Don’t forget to check out her work on Instagram- @erinsandsmark.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor...2019-09-0506 minSOTAErin Sandsmark // Dear 1968,…Greetings SOTA listeners! We have some major power ladies to discuss this episode. Sarah presents an interview with body-positive Twin Cities figure painter, Erin Sandsmark. Jasa continues to cover the “beyond” by delving into the exhibition Dear 1968,… by artist Sadie Barnette, which was presented at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. In art news, we discuss the New Orleans Museum of Art’s new mobile museum, NOMA+ and speculate on how a similar model could be applicable to the Twin Cities. This episode also features a special guest, Sarah’s cat, Kitty. We apologize for his outlandish interjecti...2019-09-0547 minSOTAAnna Johnson // the FAR BeyondWelcome SOTA listeners! This week, Sarah interviewed Twin Cities artist, Anna Johnson who works in puppetry and music. Jasa brings to the table a folk art installation from the FAR beyond. Many adventures were had. In the news, we discuss the recent appointment of Klaus Biesenbach as director of MOCA in LA despite being involved in a legal case where a curator was revoked a job offer at his previous institution, MoMA PS1 after she let it be known that she had recently had a child.
There is lots to love in this episode so, don’t mi...2019-09-051h 01SOTAJes Reyes // Kim SimonssonHello SOTA listeners! This week we have a very moving interview with local artist an cultural producer, Jes Reyes. Thank you, Jes, for an amazing session!
We also cover the recently closed The Fantastical Worlds of Kim Simonsson exhibition at the American Swedish Institute. Never been to ASI? It’s an absolute gem which you should put on your immediate to-visit list!
In the news, we cover New York’s new museum passes which come with library cards. Could the Twin Cities implement the same?
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Jes Reyes’s Websit...2019-09-0557 minSOTAArt News // Northern SparkThis episode has a double-feature on art news! We catch up with the developing story of the Sacklers from episode two and discuss a story on the erasure of legal graffiti in Moscow for World Cup advertisement. Jasa talks about her review of this year’s Northern Spark. We have a couple exciting announcements to make in this episode so give it a listen!
Reference Links:
Jasa’s Exhibition, Absences, in Japan
Desert X
Northern Spark 2018
The Art Newspaper – “Moscow erases legal graffiti to allow for World Cup advertising”
New...2019-09-0534 minSOTAMarit Block // South Dakota Art MuseumWe are very delighted to present this episode! Sarah spoke with writer and artist, Marit Block. Jasa took a trip to the South Dakota Art Museum in Brookings, SD and reviewed two widely different exhibitions held there. In the news, we talk about the controversial Sackler family, who have been major donors to the arts and the ethics of accepting large-scale donations in public institutions.
You know what to dom SOTA listeners- subscribe, review, contact us!
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Marit Block’s Website
South Dakota Art Museum
Rabbett Before Horses St...2019-09-051h 02SOTALarsen Husby // Altered Esthetics Film FestivalHello SOTA listeners! In this episode, we interview local artist, Larsen Husby, reviewed the Altered Esthetics Film Festival, and discussed the recent acquisitions of works by women artists at the Brooklyn Museum. See the links below for more info!
As always, please subscribe to SOTA, write us a review, and feel free to reach out to us!
Reference Links:
Larsen Husby’s Website
Altered Esthetics Homepage and Film Festival Info
GalcierHub article on Scaling Quelccaya by Meredith Leich
Altered Esthetic interview with featured artist, Sami Pfeffer...2019-09-051h 05SOTAIntroducing SOTA!Hello SOTA listeners! We are excited about the launch of this podcast and we are overjoyed to have the opportunity to introduce ourselves to you. Please, be sure to subscribe to the podcast, write us a review, and reach out to us!
Whitney Museum 2017 Biennial Artists
Crystal Bridges Museum, State of the Arts Exhibition
Music by The Von Tramps
Augsburg University
SUNY Potsdam
School of Visual Arts, MACP
University of Saint Thomas, MA Art History
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