First Coat

Kilia Llano is an artist, illustrator, and teacher based in the Dominican Republic. Kilia has done many murals around the world and for various art festivals and mural residencies. I spoke with Kilia about how she finally started doing murals in the street, how her Taíno and African roots influence her artwork, and what it’s like being a mom and an artist. You’ll learn about her sketchbook practic...

Sofía Maldonado-Suárez is an artist based in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Sofia has created various projects in New York, Puerto Rico, and around the world. I spoke with Sofia about her mural work, her studio practice, and how her art style has changed over time. You’ll learn about how Sofia does art commissions, her thoughts on community-based work, and what’s inspiring her right now. Show Notes: https...

Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya is a multidisciplinary artist based in Brooklyn, NY. She uses interactive installation, augmented reality, and bio design to create large-scale exhibitions that connect science and society. I spoke with Amanda about her recent exhibition, her advice for doing community-based art projects, and how she transitioned to being a full-time artist. Show notes: https://distillcrea...

This week on First Coat we have artist Perri Rhoden . Perri is a Seattle native and has recently taken the leap to being a full time artist. I spoke with Perri about her work on a giant Black Lives Matter mural in Seattle, her transition to being a full time artist, and the importance of self care. You’ll learn about how Perri started painting murals, how she makes money, and what is giving her ho...

First Coat is a new podcast by Distill Creative about public realm art, how it’s made, and why it matters. On this podcast you’ll learn about murals, creative activations, and site-specific art projects that are in plazas, parks, and luxury apartment buildings. Your host, Stephanie Echeveste, interviews artists, real estate developers, and cultural producers involved in the creation of public real...