Discover Joshua Rios, the passionate artist-turned-Chief Operating Officer and co-owner of Art Scene West, a vibrant San Diego art gallery located in Seaport Village. Originally an exhibiting artist at the gallery’s former Solana Beach location, Joshua transitioned into a leadership role, reopening Art Scene West on July 4, 2024, at 803 West Harbor Drive, behind […]
Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls San Diego is a nonprofit organization that empowers girls and non-binary youth through music in a supportive, community-driven environment. The weeklong summer camp experience fosters a lasting sense of self-esteem, creativity, and personal empowerment for all participants. By offering a safe and creative space, the camp enables participants to […]
About Marti Gobel Marti Gobel is a nationally recognized actor, director and teaching artist. Upon graduating from UW-Whitewater in 2008 with a degree in Performance Theatre and Philosophy (with an emphasis in Religious Studies), Ms. Gobel began a rich career in both theatre and television and film. Her need to add to the tapestry of […]
About Delia LaJeunesse Delia LaJeunesse, an art consultant from Denver, Colorado, specializes in guiding emerging art collectors. She emphasizes the importance of personal connection and impact in art collections, rather than just financial investment. Delia works with both interior designers and individual clients, focusing on educational aspects over brokerage. She sources artists globally and values […]
I was introduced to Ksenia Luki by a mutual artist friend when I was looking for a Russian-speaking musician and singer to collaborate on a song adaptation for the October Project who you might remember from previous episodes. Not only did I enjoy collaborating with Ksenia, but I also discovered an absolutely unique approach to […]
This episode is different from my regular conversations on the podcast because my guest, Jenny Dempsey, with all her creativity and talent, is not necessarily a professional artist. Jenny’s journey took her through the ins and outs of corporate work and employment challenges until she created the career of her dreams as a furniture flipper […]
Stages of Womanhood is an art exhibition that brought together the powerful works of three female artists Michelle Lubin, Galina Marcus, and Galina Semenova. The works they showcased explored various themes such as identity, transformation, and resilience. Held at Artist & Craftsman Supply in San Diego and featured virtually through Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery […]
Art Through The Glass is a unique community project in the South Bay area of San Diego County run by local artists Julio Martha and Evette Roman, who I am happy to have as guests in this episode. Art Through The Glass utilizes unoccupied retail spaces at the shopping mall in downtown Chula Vista, CA, […]
In this episode, I’m talking to Blanca Bergman, a founder of Art Unites and Mental Wellness For Artists – the two very active and impactful community projects in San Diego, CA. About Blanca Bergman Blanca Lucia Bergman, MBA, is a business consultant, serial entrepreneur, and public speaker with expertise spanning technology, biotechnology, and the arts. […]
About Scarlet Baily Scarlett Baily is a San Diego-based Chicana visual artist specializing in murals, portraits, and illustration. Working on a large scale and often in public, Scarlet rescues the stories that political systems and popular media outlets exclude. Her work celebrates cultural nuances with an intent to preserve diversity and resist the homogeneity that […]
About Kristina Lucia Kristina Lucia is an award winning and bestselling author, creator, and artist who ignites the imaginations of children and their parents through her limited edition animals and touching storybooks. Her humble beginnings in a small farm town (there was only one traffic light!) sparked her creativity at a young age and her […]
Victoria Tara is a Ukrainian-born, Miami-based, clinical psychologist turned luxury real estate agent turned spiritual artist and minimalist. Her story is full of incredible transitions that sometimes seem impossible and yet work in her favor… If you haven’t believed in the power of manifestation, you will after this. Listen up! About Victoria Tara Victoria Tara […]