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Art If...!Minisode 18: Listen!In this minisode, we talk about the provocation from Nolan Dresden!
Listen to the episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-18-Art-if---the-oboe-is-the-mistress--With-conductor-Nolan-Dresden-ekv5j4
Provocation (#artifpodcast): Listen to something you’ve listened to a thousand times and find something new in it.
Biography: After a successful two year battle with Leukemia and a Bone Marrow Transplant, I'm back and better than ever. #takethatcancer After attending university, I performed professionally for six years in musical theater and opera, and a few seasons as Music Director of a theater company outside of Chicago. At this point I had come to a fork in...2021-01-1312 minArt If...!Minisode 17: Judge!In this minisode, we talk about the provocation from Tom Drakulich!
Listen to the episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-17-Art-ifthats-a-dude-hugging-his-dog--With-Reno-City-Artist-and-figurative-abstractionist-Tom-Drakulich-ek7c7i
Provocation (#artifpodcast): Find a piece of abstract art that you don’t understand and use this simple checklist to interpret it. Describe, Analyze, Interpret, and then Judge the artwork.
Biography: Born and raised in Reno, NV, Tom Drakulich is a process based, figurative abstractionist whose art practice navigates the play between the unique and the familiar. Having grown up...2020-12-0325 minArt If...!Minisode 16: Hunt!In this episode, Haddy and Yassi talk about the provocation from Episode 16
Provocation (#ArtIfPodcast)
Take photos of anyone who see wearing Red and Black Plaid (“the shared fabric of humanity”) and tag us and Andy’s other instagram account: www.instagram.com/peoplewearingredandblackplaid
Andy Sarjahani (b. 1983, Richland, WA) is an American-Iranian documentary filmmaker and photographer raised in the Ozarks of Arkansas and currently based in East Tennessee. He is interested in people, our relationship to place and how that shapes our worldview.
He has a Masters of Science in Sus...2020-11-0400 minArt If...!Art If…Family is Pretty Cool! With scenic artist Gabby RoneyEpisode Summary: We brought some finesse into the gallery for our last full-length episode for Season One. Haddy talked pop culture, from Bruno Mars to 80s hip-hop and DJs, showing how finesse illuminates generational shifts in aesthetic culture. Yassi talks about the preciseness of finesse in painting on the world’s smallest canvas: a grain of rice. As always, we end with a provocation, this one asks you to dig into the role of art in your family history.
Gabby Roney is a scenic artist from Kansas City who is currently studying at the University of Kansas Ci...2020-10-2800 minArt If...!Minisode 15: Agree and Stake!In Minisode 15, Haddy and Yassi discuss their experiences with provocations from poet, Ed Mabrey.
Provocation (#artifpodcast) Once again we have TWO provocations this week! These artists are putting us to the test!
First: Say Yes! For one month to a year, say yes to everything that you can (that is safe and healthy for you to do) and see the world of opportunities open up before your eyes!
Second: find a group of friends and commit to renting a small space (as soon as the world opens up again!). With a space to...2020-10-2100 minArt If...!Episode 18: Art if...the oboe is the mistress! With conductor Nolan Dresden.Art if...the oboe is the mistress! With conductor Nolan Dresden.
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In this week’s gallery talk about art and journey! Yassi brings the work of performance artist Pope L. to the gallery to talk about how his journey is more important than the distance travelled and Haddy talks about the history of postcards, which takes her on a journey she didn’t expect!.Then we interview music conductor Nolan Dresden and talk about how music has the power to transport us to faraway places. This week’s provocation asks you to revisi...2020-10-1500 minArt If...!Minisode 14: Sketch!In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi discuss the provocation made by Michaella Beatty in Episode 14 (listen here).
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
#1: Create a target (one circle inside of another). Using pictures or words or whatever inspires you, fill the inside circle with things you can control, and the outer ring with things you cannot control. Let your creativity help you cope with whatever stresses are weighing on you right now!
#2 Urban Sketching: Grab your pens, pencil, or water colors, (or whatever medium makes the most sense for you!) and go out into the world (if it’s safe to do so!) and sk...2020-10-0900 minArt If...!Episode 17: Art if…that’s a dude hugging his dog! With Reno City Artist and figurative abstractionist Tom Drakulich.Episode Summary:
In this week’s unique gallery, Yassi and Haddy invite their good friend, Dan Boulus, to talk about “Art and the City” --how arts institutions shape the literal infrastructure and cultural feel of a city. Then to kick off our hometown series, they interview 2019 Reno City Artist and figurative abstractionist, Tom Drakulich. Finally, this week’s provocation asks you to confront a piece of abstraction and figure out what it means to you.
Dan Boulos received his PhD in Theater Studies from the University of California Santa Barbara in 2018. His dissertation examined the founding...2020-09-301h 03Art If...!Minisode 13: Launch!In Minisode 13, Haddy and Yassi discuss Bill Perry, Jr.'s provocation from Episode 13:
Provocation (#artifpodcast): Try something new! Dig into something that you’ve always wanted to do, but maybe has scared you a little bit. And give it a college try. Not just once, but for two weeks minimum. You’ll be surprised at the new horizons you will reach.
Bill Perry, Jr. is an American musician born in Chicago, Illinois. Perry is a jazz pianist and music composer who lives in Oxford, MS. He has 3 albums, 2 of which are currently available on iTunes and other online music eStores: Beyond...2020-09-2316 minArt If...!Episode 16: Art If...you just show this story! With documentary filmmaker and photographer, Andy SarjahaniEpisode Summary: Reality bites in this week’s gallery chat as Haddy talks about the aesthetics of information visualization in graphs and charts and Yassi talks about the ways in which surveillance culture blur art and reality. Documentary filmmaker Andy Sarjahani, this week’s interview guest, joins in the conversation sharing his experiences in how visual storytelling works to convey deep truths and tackles existential questions.
Andy Sarjahani (b. 1983, Richland, WA) is an American-Iranian documentary filmmaker and photographer raised in the Ozarks of Arkansas and currently based in East Tennessee. He is interested in peop...2020-09-161h 09Art If...!Minisode 12: Build!Yassi and Haddy discuss doing the provocation from Episode 12 with Samantha Bearman. You can listen to the episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-12-Art-If---I-have-the-microphone--With-stand-up-comic-Samantha-Bearman-eh4nnn
Provocation (#ArtIfPodcast):
Find an area where you are not represented and create the platform to provide a space to be seen and for others to see you and so you can showcase your art and creativity!
Samantha Bearman is an Empowerment Coach + Writing Expert. She has a master’s degree in behavior change from the University of Kentucky. She ha...2020-09-0919 minArt If...!Episode 15: Art if … Farting in the Bathtub! With poet and creative professional Ed MabreyEpisode Summary: This week’s theme is Art and Romance! Yassi delves into the lost art of love letters and gives us tips on how to write our own mushy gushy letters, and Haddy explores the underbelly of romance through the Museum of Broken Relationships! Then they chat with spoken word poet Ed Mabrey about the power of the word to change the world around us, including how to explore the many loves of our lives.
Ed Mabrey is the only 4 time Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and the only 4 time Southern Fried Regional Poetry Slam Individual Ch...2020-09-011h 08Art If...!Minisode 11: Amplify!Provocation (#ArtIfPodcast):
Use your art form or your storytelling ability to try to create something that represents or speaks to marginalized, underrepresented, or unheard communities in your life. How can I create a piece or a project that represents this community or amplifies the voice of this community? If you don’t consider yourself an artist, next time you pass someone, take a second, and dig a little bit deeper. Ask them a little bit more to get to know their story.
Link to Thai's episode: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-11-Art-if-its-legacy--you-existed--you-mattered--With-photographer-and-storyteller--Thai-Chu-egocc4
...2020-08-2516 minArt If...!Episode 14: Art if… F*cking Learning! With Educational Counselor and Upcycle Artist Michaella BeattyStarting this week, Art If…! Podcast will switch to a bi-weekly production schedule. We will post full length episodes with gallery and interview every other week. We will post minisode episodes where we discuss the provocations in the interim weeks. In other words, we will be posting alternating episodes: Full length episode one week, minisode the next, then repeat, so there is still something coming out for you to enjoy every week!
Episode Summary: This week’s theme is Art and Education. As the new school year starts off, Haddy and Yassi discuss the relationship between art and...2020-08-181h 03Art If...!Minisode 10: Explore!Today we talk about experience doing the provocation from Digital Performer and Artivist, Sahar Sajadieh.
Listen to the original episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-10-Art-ifyour-body-is-obsolete--With-digital-performance-and-media-artivist--Sahar-Sajadieh-eghmao
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
Soundscape of Our Daily Rituals:
1. Think about 3 activities/rituals that you do every day or in a regular basis during the week (e.g. Brushing your teeth, walking, …).
2. Pay attention to the following 5 Viewpoints* in each (daily/weekly/frequent) ritual:
-tempo
-duration
-repetition
-spatial relationship
-topography...2020-08-1112 minArt If...!Episode 13: Art if... It's all in the DM's! With Jazz Pianist Bill Perry, Jr.Episode 13: Art if... It's all in the DM's! With Jazz Pianist Bill Perry
Episode Summary: This week’s theme is Art and Improvisation. Despite the impulse to wing it, Haddy and Yassi looked up some cool improvisational art. Yassi talked about the practice of live painting and Haddy let inspiration guide her from improvised weapons to improvised architecture. Then they chat it up with jazz musician Bill Perry, Jr. who issued a provocation that encourages you to dig deep into a new activity.
Bill Perry, Jr. is an American musician born in Chicago, Illinois. Perry is...2020-08-0457 minArt If...!Minisode 7: Sense!Summary
In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi discuss their experience doing Quill Camp's provocation from Episode 7.
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
This is a durational sound piece that you create for yourself.
Part 1 - Creating the piece:
Go on a 15 minute walk in your neighborhood.
When you get home, immediately use the voice recorder app on your phone to record yourself speaking for 30 seconds. Respond to this prompt: What was the most important thing you saw on this particular walk? Attempt to describe it with attention to visual detail.
For twenty-nine more days, do the same thing. Make sure your walk happens at...2020-07-3016 minArt If...!Episode 12: Art If...I have the microphone! With stand-up comic Samantha BearmanSummary: The gallery question of the week is: how do art and vulnerability relate to each other? Haddy answers by throwing knives and Yassi makes the art disappear. Then Samantha Bearman keeps it real and makes us laugh from her car. As per usual, we end with a provocation, this week’s asks you to make a space for your own art and creativity.
Samantha Bearman is an Empowerment Coach + Writing Expert. She has a master’s degree in behavior change from the University of Kentucky. She has been writing professionally in the private and non...2020-07-281h 01Art If...!Minisode 8: Play!Inspired by a collaborator’s play entitled, “Play For A Friend” Jasmine’s provocation challenged us to make art for the future generations. We were to ask a child in our life what kind of art they wanted to see and then make it. We were to offer it up for their feedback and take the feedback seriously and then remake the art.
In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi share their experiences embracing the playful and absurd suggestions that children make and taking them very seriously. Both art projects led to a wonderful and generous intergenerational exchange.
Ja...2020-07-2316 minArt If...!Episode 11: Art if… it’s legacy, you existed, you mattered! With photographer and storyteller, Thai ChuSummary: In this week’s gallery, we gather our ideas and thoughts on “Art and Community,” from large-scale grassroots murals to how the aesthetics of a golf course can shape our collective experience. Then we commune with photographer and storyteller, Thai Chu. As always, we end with a provocation that asks you to dig deeper into the communities around you.
Thai Chu is an independent photographer and storyteller shooting from San Francisco, California. His work is an extension of his training in Social Psychology where he spent 8 years researching how thinking and behavior differ across cultures. He contin...2020-07-211h 06Art If...!Minisode 7A: Engage!We extended our conversation with playwright and director, Robert Quillen Camp, to discuss Black plays and playwrights that would be especially informative during the current struggle for racial equality.
Bio: Robert Quillen Camp is a playwright and performance maker who often works with theater companies that create work using a devising process, including Pig Iron Theatre Company in Philly, with whom he wrote the Obie-award winning Chekhov Lizardbrain; NYC’s Hoi Polloi, with whom he wrote the text and lyrics for All Hands (with music by Dave Malloy) and the Portland Experimental Theatre Ensemble (PETE). His most re...2020-07-1609 minArt If...!Episode 10: Art if…your body is obsolete! With digital performance and media artivist, Sahar SajadiehEpisode 10: Art if…your body is obsolete! With digital performance and media artivist, Sahar Sajadieh
Summary: Technology is on display in this week’s gallery as Haddy and Yassi talk about the aesthetic and performance considerations in car design and Bill Viola’s long career in video art. Then, they invite digital performance artivist (artist/activist) Sahar Sajadieh to talk about how technology has transformed her art and how it acts on the world around us. Finally, she issues a provocation that asks us to pay close attention to the qualities of our daily movements.
Sahar...2020-07-141h 08Art If...!Episode 6 minisode: Enchant! and Absorb!Haddy and Yassi discuss their experience doing Ingrid and Terry Luna's dual provocations from Episode 6.
Provocations (#ArtIfPodcast):
Do something to make someone smile or think. It doesn’t have to be profound or earth-shattering. It could be anything from a sign in your yard, to googly eyes on a plant, to a chalk drawing. Just put a little magic out there for someone to come across.
Right now is a really good time to absorb everything that is out there in order to work on it later. Read as much as you can, listen to great music and watch shows, ta...2020-07-0914 minArt If...!Episode 9: Art if…they call us Macaroni!Summary: This week, Haddy and Yassi change up the show!. One of the Art If listeners suggested we talk about Protest music, and so they invited that listener on the show for an extended gallery! So, in this episode, we chat with Jacob Maher, about Art and Protest. Do you have an idea for a future gallery? Let us know!!
Provocation: None this week. Maybe now is the time to revisit one of the previous ones?
Jacob is a recent college graduate living in Springfield, MO working on writing projects and googling articles about...2020-07-0757 minArt If...!Episode 5 Minisode: Mash-up!In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi discuss their attempts at the drawing mash-up! The provocation issued in Episode #5 by Anwar Hanano.
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
You will roll the dice to inspire your next sketch! So grab a die, roll it three times. The first roll will decide the iconic job of your character. The second roll will decide which muppet you will draw. The final roll will add some Greek mythology to your drawing. Enjoy the challenge of this exciting mash-up drawing provocation!
Roll #1 JOBS: 1-Police Officer 2-Admiral 3-Astronaut 4...2020-07-0511 minArt If...!Minisode 4: Relax!In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi talk about Olivier Mosset's provocation from Episode 4:
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
Do nothing! Interpret that however you will. Document that however you can. Explore the possibilities that arise when you extract yourself from the constraints of productivity. Don’t forget to tag us on instagram, facebook and twitter #artifpodcast @artifpodcast
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· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-06-2516 minArt If...!Episode 8: Art if...you can't make the same mess twice! With writer/performer Jasmine Henri JordanEpisode Summary: Haddy and Yassi brought the crystal ball into the gallery to discuss “Art and Future.” Then they sat down for an interview with writer, performer, and teaching artist, Jasmine Henri Jordan. Finally, this week’s provocation asks the future generation for input on your art.
Bio: Jasmine Henri Jordan is a writer, performer, and teaching artist living in Chicago. She is an ensemble member at The Neo-Futurists, a company member at Playmakers Laboratory, and a founding member of Hot Kitchen Collective. She is a Florida State University School of Theatre alum. Her work is overwhelmingly about...2020-06-2359 minArt If...!Episode 7: Art if… the world is really weird! With playwright and director Robert Quillen CampEpisode Summary: Haddy and Yassi chat about art and the senses, how a certain horror film director used tactile sensation to make his films extra scary and the ways that artists use smell to broaden our experience of humanity and history. Then we schmooze with experimental playwright, director, and our friend, Robert Quillen Camp. We end the episode with Quill’s provocation, a month-long audio project that perform for yourself!
Bio: Robert Quillen Camp is a playwright and performance maker who often works with theater companies that create work using a devising process, including Pig Iron Theatre Co...2020-06-161h 03Art If...!Minisode 3: Strategize!Clark Stoeckley (from episode 3) leads Yassi and Haddy through his provocation.
Grab a piece of paper and a pen. Draw lines to divide it into 4 quadrants, then divide each quadrant into 2 columns. Title each quadrant “self,” “community,” “nation,” and “world.” In the left column of each quadrant, write three things you love for that category. In the right hand column of each quadrant, write three things that you would change. What do these lists reveal about the way you see the world? Do you see any patterns? What inspires you? Don’t forget to tag us on instagram #artifpo...2020-06-1114 minArt If...!Ep 6: Art if...darkness is necessary! With artists, musicians, and couple Ingrid and Terry Luna.Episode Summary: Haddy and Yassi chat about art and home: how frames transform the art and how birds have an eye for design. Then they interview artists, musicians, and married couple Ingrid and Terry Luna. This time, we end the show with, not one, but two “provocations” … one that makes you think about what you put out into the world and the other that asks you to consider what art you bring into your home.
Provocations (#ArtIfPodcast):
Do something, it doesn’t have to be profound or earth-shattering, but a little something that makes someone smile or think...2020-06-0959 minArt If...!Minisode 2: Obsess!Haddy and Yassi do Emily Baker's provocation (from episode #2).
Follow your curiosity to it’s obsessive end! What are you drawn to? Look for things that peak your curiosity in unexpected places, whether it’s perfectly stacked dishes, photographing your cat in all her playful poses, or the patina on an old corrugated tin, let yourself indulge in a moment of beauty. Snap a photo or video and share it with the world. Don’t forget to tag us on instagram, #artifpodcast, so we can share your work!
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Episode 5: Art if… it will otherwise die in your mind! With illustrator Anwar Hanano
Summary: Haddy and Yassi talk about art and heroes in the newly minted “Gallery” segment. They discuss the everyday heroes in Kehinde Wiley’s World Stage paintings and how money is related to heroism. Then they interview illustrator Anwar Hanano. And as always, they end with a provocation from the artist...let the...2020-06-021h 04Art If...!Episode 4: Art If...the times are exceptional! With conceptual painter Olivier MossetEpisode 4: Art if…the times are exceptional! With conceptual painter Olivier Mosset
Episode Summary: Haddy and Yassi chat about art and collaboration: Live Action Role Playing and the husband and wife team Anna and Larry Halprin. Then they interview Swiss conceptual painter Olivier Mosset. And as always, end the show with an art “provocation” … can you do “nothing”?
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
Do nothing! Interpret that however you will. Document that however you can. Explore the possibilities that arise when you extract yourself from the constraints of productivity. Don’t forget to tag us on instagram, fac...2020-05-271h 06Art If...!Minisode 1: Collaborate!Yassi and Haddy do provocation #1 from photographer Maike Pulliam (from episode 1).
Find a pal who is willing to collaborate. Start a piece on your own, but leave room for the other person to add on to or transform what you’ve done. Maybe it’s a line drawing, or the beginning of a collage, or a cool background, or a fascinating found object. Start anywhere! Then, hand it off (or send it by mail to a distant friend) and let your collaborator complete it. Once it’s complete, give it to an essential worker...2020-05-2711 minArt If...!Episode 3: Art If...a better life is possible! With multimedia artist and activist, Clark Stoeckley.Episode Summary: Haddy and Yassi chat about the art created in or inspired by revolution: May ‘68 and Calypso Music. Then they interview multimedia artist and activist Clark Stoeckley. And as always, end the show with an art “provocation” … what do you hate and love? P.S. The audio is a little wonky in the episode. Our connection was bad and Yassi’s microphone broke. Thanks for bearing with us on this!
Provocation (#artifpodcast): On a piece of paper, draw lines dividing it into 4 quadrants, then divide each quadrant into 2 columns. Title each quadrant “self,” “community,” “nation,” and “world.” In the le...2020-05-211h 01Art If...!Episode 2: Art If...warning signs are listed! With sculptor and metalworker Emily BakerEpisode Summary: Haddy and Yassi chat about the art in economic recession, because let’s face it, that’s what follows a pandemic! Documentary photography of the Great Depression, The Federal Theatre Project, Depression Era Dance Marathons, and Rasquachismo. Then they interview sculptor and metal caster Emily Baker. And as always, end the show with an art “provocation” … what obsession will you follow?
Provocation (#artifpodcast): Follow your curiosity to it’s obsessive end! What are you drawn to? Look for things that peak your curiosity in unexpected places, whether it’s perfectly stacked dishes, photographing your cat in all her...2020-05-181h 00Art If...!Episode 1: Art if...you really like humans! With photographer Maike PulliamEpisode Summary:
Haddy and Yassi chat about the art created in or inspired by pandemics: “consumptive chic” fashion trends in the cholera pandemic, Act Up AIDS activist protests; bubonic plague doctor’s masks, Egon Schiele’s haunting portraits, and Antonin Artaud’s controversial approach to theatre. Then they interview photographer Maike Pulliam of M.Rinaye photography. And as always, end the show with an art “provocation” … what will you make?
Provocation (#artifpodcast):
Find a pal who is willing to collaborate. Start a piece on your own, but leave room for the other person to add on to or...2020-05-1556 minArt If...!Episode 0: Art if...We have a voice in creating our own world!Welcome to Art If...! A new podcast where we talk about art, life, and everything in between. This mini-episode introduces you to the hosts, Yassi Jahanmir and Haddy Kreie, and the reasons why they are starting this podcast.
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