Art Connection


Every week meet fascinating artists and hear their stories about how a hobby became a passion.

Airs Sundays at 7:00 p.m on UEN-TV Channel 9.

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Skills for Life

7:00 PM on June 30th, 2024
1:00 AM on July 7th, 2024

For his book “Bridging the Mississippi,” Louisiana photographer Philip Gould traveled the entirety of the Mississippi River to capture the many bridges that cross over it. Started in 2018, “Paint 22” is a non-profit that provides free art activities for military families. We meet the organization’s founder and some of the veterans who participate in the programming offered. Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Darren Leung is a martial artist. Having learned his skills from his father, he has gone on to become a trainer, actor, and technical advisor.

Rediscover

7:00 PM on July 7th, 2024
1:00 AM on July 14th, 2024

Artist Titus Kaphar examines history and representation. In his work, he closes the distance between past and present, revealing history’s impact on the contemporary world. For over twenty-five years, the Carson City Ghost Walk has been entertaining the public. Led by artist Mary Bennett, the historical tales and paranormal stories of Carson City, Nevada, are told through live theatre. Eco-feminist artist Mira Lehr renders abstract artworks that reflect on nature and our environment. Through mediums such as painting and sculpture, she conveys her message. When viewing Joan Snyder’s painting “Smashed Strokes Hope,” one notices the colorful brushwork. We go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to look back at the exhibit “Epic Abstraction,” which featured this work.

Dazzling

7:00 PM on July 14th, 2024
1:00 AM on July 21st, 2024

We take a trip to New Mexico to hear about a family who worked at the locomotive repair shops in Albuquerque. Through photographs, their powerful story is told and a shared immigrant history is revealed. Artist Rebecca Louise Law’s installation “The Archive” is made up of thousands of flowers that seem to float in the air. Located at the Cleveland Public Library in Ohio, the dazzling exhibition was made possible through the efforts of the local community. We meet singer-songwriter Leah Sutter. Born and raised in the Florida keys, her home has played a big part in shaping who she is as a musician.

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Giving Joy

When artist Sarah Renee creates, she uses her imagination. In her artwork, she takes the everyday for a spin and renders fantastical creatures that leave viewers full of wonder. Invented in the early 20th century, the theremin is an electronic musical instrument that produces a fascinating, one-of-a-kind-sound... and it is one of the many instruments that musician Caroline Scruggs plays. When singer-songwriter Anthony “Tony” Manfredi performs, he hopes to bring joy to his audience. Based in the Florida Keys, his home is a tremendous source of inspiration. We take a trip to the Goodwill Art Studio and Gallery in Ohio to meet artist Helen Taylor. Through the act of creating, she finds an outlet for self-expression and hopes to help others.

Creative Freedom

Mick Meilahn is a nationally renowned glass artist. Born into a fourth-generation farm family, he combines his love of farming with his love of art to render ears of corn made of glass. A native of Northeast Ohio, artist Daniel Arsham serves as the creative director of the basketball team the "Cleveland Cavaliers.” We learn the many ways in which he is leaving his mark. The Florida orchestra’s “Inside the Music” series gives listeners an opportunity to understand the minds of famous composers. we hear from the orchestra’s music director, Michael Francis, about the series great value.

Your Best

A navy sailor with a love for art, Brodrick Antoine creates portrait murals in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. We learn more about some of his striking works. At five years old, Lin He began his musical training in Shanghai, China, and today, one can find him excelling at his craft. From performing at Carnegie Hall to teaching, he has made a name for himself in the world of music. We take a trip to Ohio to meet multi-disciplinary artist Holly Romano. Combining alternative and traditional artmaking methods, she collaborates with nature. Founded in 2008, Fountainhead is an organization that elevates artists and gives back to the community through a residency program that has welcomed artists from across the globe.

Giving a Voice

In Lorain County, Ohio, a new theater company is making a splash. Called “Outside Circle Theater Project,” the company is providing a stage for underrepresented voices to share their story.The Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band in Reno, Nevada, has been bringing the music of scotland to eager audiences for over fifty years. We see the talent and dedication that goes into making a band like this one successful. Eric Rausch and Jen Kiko are a husband and wife creative duo who work together on meaningful public art projects.

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