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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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ImmersiveIn Ohio, the Cleveland Museum of Art hosted the world premiere of “Antennae” by composer Aleksandra Vrebalov. Inspired by a 15th century byzantine icon, this sound experience featured singers, trumpets, organs, and percussion. We listened to a rehearsal with local musicians. We take a trip to Windsor, Virginia, to meet photographer Tom Siegmund. In addition to building worlds through his image-making, he also teaches students at the visual arts center at Tidewater Community College. The Perez Art Museum Miami in Florida is putting digital art in the spotlight through various efforts. This includes the immersive exhibition “Sea Change" and the launch of Pamm TV, which presents video works.
Closer LookMiriam Baranov is a fine art painter who specializes in portraiture. Having studied in an atelier program, she practices figurative realism, seeking to capture the likeness of her sitter. At the Crane School of Music in Potsdam, New York, flutist Brian Dunbar teaches up and coming musicians the beauties and intricacies of his favored instrument. In addition, he performs as a soloist, orchestral performer, and chamber musician. Since she was young, Florida artist Alexis Ellis has been fascinated by rodents. In addition to creating functional art, she finds joy in sculpting rats that are full of personality.
Creating YourselfWhen she makes art, fluid artist Tiffany Moyer lets paint have a mind of its own as she pours it onto her canvas. by embracing spontaneity, an abstract work is created that includes colorful, organic shapes. In 2022, the Bob Dylan Center opened its doors in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Through exhibitions, performances, lectures, and more, this engaging space highlights singer-songwriter Bob Dylan and the significant contributions he’s made to the world. We meet the mother-daughter duo behind the stained-glass studio “A Glass Fantasy.'' Originally started by Vanessa Aramanda in 1987, her daughter has now joined the business. We travel to Nevada for the story.
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Art and FreedomDavid Naranjo is a contemporary artist reimagining Pueblo art. Since receiving his BFA from the Institute of American Indian arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he has connected with the natural world and evoked cultural symbolism in his geometric, abstract work. At the Falkenburg Road Jail in Tampa, Florida, young people were given the opportunity to participate in a mural project. Working with a professional artist, they were able to express their creativity and be inspired in the process. Douglas Rubio is a nationally recognized musician and a professor of classical guitar at the Crane school of Music in Potsdam, New York. We learn more about his love of teaching and listen to him perform.
Creative ForceAt only eight years old, Juliette leong is a force to be reckoned with. Based in Sparks, Nevada, Leong is a skilled violinist, art prodigy, philanthropist, and a kid who loves to roller-skate and just have fun. We visit the studio of sculptor Pauren P. McAloon. Located just north of Key West in Florida, in her space, McAloon creates using found materials like wood and metal, and with her latest series, she speaks to immigration. In his youth in Egypt, Hani Hara loved to paint. After having to leave his home country at a young age, he built a new life for himself in America and was able to rediscover his love of art.
Pushing the LimitCarrie Hill is a basketmaker from Akwesasne Mohawk territory in New York. Having learned the craft from her aunt, she has continued the tradition by transforming black ash splints and sweetgrass into works of art. Chicago-born composer and flutist Allison Loggins-Hull was thrilled to be tasked with writing new music for the Cleveland Orchestra. We find out more about her time in Ohio and the ways she’s made an impact in the community. We travel to New Mexico to meet author and illustrator Zahra Marwan who published the book “Where Butterflies Fill the Sky.” In this picture book, Marwan shares the true story of her immigration from Kuwait to the United States.
Community ImpactAt the Moab Valley Multicultural Center in Utah, one will discover “The Multicultural Mural.” Ten local artists and community volunteers came together to render an artwork that features important figures like Maya Angelou, Harvey Milk, and Nelson Mandela. We head to Ohio to meet Alice Blumenfeld, the artistic director of the award-winning Flamenco music and dance company “Abrepaso.” Founded in 2016, the company presents creative works to audiences in the state. We take a look back to when the Tampa Museum of Art in Florida celebrated their 100th anniversary. Founded in 1920, we learn more about the museum’s history and how it came to be what it is today.
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