What's the Point.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with artist Sophia Wallace to discuss growing up in an artistic community, her transition from photography to sculpture, walking away from grad school for the school of life, and her vital advocacy surrounding women's health, reproductive rights.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with artist Gustavo Luz Sousa. Together, they discuss Gustavo’s journey from Brazil to the world of advertising, exploring how art served as a vital childhood outlet for him, the quiet potential of unfinished works in a studio, and so much more.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with multidisciplinary artist Jamel Robinson. Together, they trace his journey from growing up in Harlem to the expansive world of creative expression, exploring the disciplined pursuit of learning to play the piano and the vital importance of tuning into one’s inner compass.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with multidisciplinary artist Juan Miguel Marin. Together, they explore the profound weight and rhythm behind one's own name, the grueling physicality required to bring large-scale work to life, and what it's like to jump into the unknown.

Join artist Shantell Martin as she dives into the creative minds of artists from various backgrounds on her podcast, What's the Point. Each episode features a compelling conversation that explores their motivations, inspirations, and the deeper meaning behind their work. In case you missed Season 2 — or just want a refresher — we've compiled the highlights here just for you. Order of appearance: A...

Join artist Shantell Martin as she dives into the creative minds of artists from various backgrounds on her podcast, What's the Point. Each episode features a compelling conversation that explores their motivations, inspirations, and the deeper meaning behind their work. In case you missed Season 1 — or just want a refresher — we've compiled the highlights here just for you. Order of appea...

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with figurative painter Calida Rawles. Together, they discuss the use of water in her paintings, the important role drawing played in her childhood, embracing happy accidents in her work, and the importance of writing.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the amazing artist Greg Ito. Together they discuss being born and raised in LA, his grandparents being in the Japanese internment camps, not fitting in at school and the importance of community.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the incredibly creative Laura Rule. Together, they discuss moving to LA, her work making commercials, why she uses clay to sculpt, and the creative process behind her work.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the boundary-pushing poet and musician, Aja Monet. Together they discuss her first introduction to poetry, the freedom that comes from growing up in New York, what it takes to go on tour and the lessons that come with aging.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the award winning multi-hyphenate artist Terrell Tilford. Together they discuss how he got his start as an actor, why he founded Band of Vices and the importance of being a support system for fellow artists.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the dynamic artist Allison Hueman. Together they discuss growing up in the Bay area, collaborating with others, creating her first immersive experience after the pandemic and working with brands that align with her values.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the talented artist Cash Cooper. Together they discuss the history of his name, his time living in Singapore, how to be an artist in a money driven industry and why he loves working on a “heroic scale”.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the multi-dispilenary artist Lucy McRae. Together they discuss her childhood taking ballet classes, moving from the UK to Australia, how rejections can lead to new opportunities, and the process that went into creating her short film.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with acclaimed artist Keith Mayerson. Together they discuss his upbringing in Colorado, his start as a cartoonist in New York, how America inspires his work and why he decided to get into teaching.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with mixed media artist JosephBrandon Thomas. Together they discuss the origins of his name, what it was like to grow up in New Orleans, the many different jobs he previously held and how it led him into the art world.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with the mastermind behind the global phenomenon Secret Walls, Terry Guy. Together they discuss his life moving out to Riverside, his new venture in owning a coffee shop and how he started Secret Walls 20 years ago and grew it into the success it is today.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with artist and facilitator Leah King. The two artists delve into Leah’s roots in the Bay Area, her life on the East Coast, and being surrounded by poetry. Leah is currently pursuing an MFA at USC’s Roski School of Art and Design.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with renowned photographer and designer, Ave Pildas to discuss his impressive career. Together, they explore Ave’s childhood in Ohio, his time studying architecture and design in Switzerland, and the significance of preserving a decades-long career through archiving.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with Matt Gondek to discuss his experience growing up in the woods, his love for drawing and punk music, and his battle with success and addiction. Together, the two artists dive deeper to explore the evolution of Matt’s career, from the early days of designing and selling band tees, to his current acclaim as an artist.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with actress and comedian Jade Catta-Preta in an engaging conversation about her career. Listen as they discuss Jade's journey from moving to the United States in middle school to her decision to attend Emerson College, ultimately leading her to pursue her dreams on the screen and stage in Los Angeles.

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with Charles Gaines to discuss the ways in which subjectivity vs. objectivity plays a role in the conception of art. The two artists explore Charles' childhood moving from the South to the North as a young boy, his unconventional path to becoming a painter, and the future of conceptual art.  Upcoming Shows: Charles Gaines 19 February – 24 May 2025 Hauser &...

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with Abel Macias to discuss the critical role of understanding commercial art in the contemporary art world, as well as Abel's multifaceted approach to creating art. They delve into Abel's artistic journey, exploring his early encounters with graffiti and illustration, the romanticism of artists, and his experience imparting his knowledge and passion to aspiri...

Join Shantell Martin as she sits down with Harmonia Rosales to discuss the critical role of research in her artistic process and her visionary outlook on the future of her art. They delve into Harmonia's artistic journey, exploring her early encounters with fine art, the profound impact of her ancestry on her work, and the invaluable lessons she has learned throughout her career.

Join us in listening as Estevan discusses his early life experiences, his journey into the art world, and the power of art itself. He recalls his childhood experiences travelling between San Diego and Los Angeles, his rebellious school days, and his early involvement in the music industry, while he emphasizes the importance of passion and hard work in achieving artistic success. Estevan Oriol is a...