Art On The Air

This week (4/15 & 4/17) on ART ON THE AIR our entire show is focused on the storied career of the Chicago-based sculptor, Richard Hunt , whose numerous public works dot the Chicago-land region, the nation, and worldwide, including his work for the Obama Presidential Library. Our spotlight is on the Lubeznik Center for Arts with Exhibition Director, Lora Fosberg discussing LatinXAmercian exhibi...

This week (4/8 & 4/10) on ART ON THE AIR we feature Cedar Lake Historical Association executive director, Julie Zasada discussing the the history of Cedar Lake and the Museum at Lassen’s Resort. Next we have contemporary artist David J Robertson discussing his artistic journey and current projects. Our spotlight is on Birds of Paradise plus other art projects in the city with Valparaiso Creati...

This week (4/1 & 4/3) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the revitalized Hobart Art Theatre with Shane Evans . Next local band Nomad Planets , with Mark Mybeck and John Carpenter who also is owner of Thunderclap Recording Studio . Our spotlight is on the Indiana Ballet Theatre with artistic director Gloria Tuohy and the upcoming production of “ Sleeping Beauty” plus progress on the Classical Arts Ce...

This week (3/25 & 3/27) on ART ON THE AIR our whole feature is with electric violinist Cathy Morris , whose infectious enthusiasm and captivating presentation conveys her love of music and life by performing her original music with orchestras and jazz bands for world leaders and dignitaries. Our spotlight is on Michigan City’s Footllight Players production of the Tom Smith comedy, “Drinking Ha...

This week (3/16 & 3/18) on ART ON THE AIR our whole feature is with the region’s own singer songwriter Kevin Friend, who fronted many local bands including Mammoth , and has been often heard on Tom Lounge’s Midwest Beat on Lakeshore Public Radio, telling his ongoing musical journey and sharing some of his music. Our spotlight is on Dunes Summer Theatre’s 2022 season with Artistic Director Stev...

This week (3/11 & 3/13) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the dynamic award winning cellist Hannah Collins, with several tracks from her solo debut Album, Resonance Lines. Next we feature self described fairy artist, Alice Nebelsiek, whose artistry covers a variety of media. Our spotlight is on the LaPorte County Symphony’s March 13th Verdi and Tchaikovsky Concert featuring cellist, Hannah Collins...

This week (3/4 & 3/6) on ART ON THE AIR we feature a fiber artist who melds function and form in her fine art and in her garments, Debra Weiss . Next we feature a brush artist Michelle Hunt-Newham whose subjects are rendered with dreamy values called ‘art whimsy’ in her gallery, Maison de Michelle . Our spotlight is on Chesterton Art Center’s two-day pastel workshop with master artesian Mary A...

This week (2/25 & 2/27) on ART ON THE AIR we feature two fiber artists. First we have Brenda Hutchings originally from Northwest Indiana and now residing in Georgia. Next from computer geek to artist, Susan Luks both sharing their unique artistic journeys and styles. Our spotlight is on the Center for Creative Solutions 2022 poetry competition for poets of all ages from the three-county area w...

This week (2/18 & 2/20) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the award winning author of the critically acclaimed young adult novels Sharon Biggs Waller who on Saturday February 26 will have a book signing at noon at Art Z on Valparaiso. Next an Art Z featured artist Jackie Kalin known as Jax Art discussing her art practice. Our spotlight is on South Bend’s For the Love of Art Fair running March 5th a...

This week (2/11 & 2/13) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the music from the highly acclaimed violinist and Michigan City Chamber Festival organizer, Nic Orbovich. Next we feature the subtle guitar stylings of Paul Schreiner from his new 30 track CD Couch Music. Our spotlight is on Memorial Opera House’s February production of Matilda, the Musical, with its director, Mike Glorioso . Tune in on Frid...

This week (2/4 & 2/6) on ART ON THE AIR our entire feature interview is focused on the Lubeznik Center for Arts with its Executive Director, Janet Bloch , the new Education Director, Nelsy Marcano, and the Marketing Director, Samantha Bean. Our spotlight is on Cathy Feeman discussing her solo exhibit at the Chesterton Art Center during February and March with a reception on February 5th . Tune...

This week (1/28 & 1/30) on ART ON THE AIR we feature Exhibition and Project Coordinator for Indiana University Northwest, Cathy Feeman , discussing her own art journey, practice, and upcoming exhibit. Next we speak with Trina Jackson about exhibiting her late uncle Charles Buggs’ native masks in February at the Lake County Library . Our spotlight is on Footlight Players presenting the musical...

This week (1/21 & 1/23) on ART ON THE AIR returns local jazz legend, Billy Foster , discussing his upcoming ZOOM class about Duke Ellington available through IUN’s Senior University. Next we have Chesterton Art Center ’s new Program Director , Jillian Bridgeman , discussing her own art journey and classes at the art center. Our spotlight is on Valparaiso Kiwanis Club once again hosting the Pur...

This week (1/14 & 1/16) on ART ON THE AIR we speak with the new Director of Education for South Shore Arts, Natalie Heath , about the class offerings and her own art practice. Next with have Crown Point based singer songwriter, LeAnn Stutler, about her music plus previewing her new EP release on January 28th . Our spotlight is on Art 4 Theater of South Bend with their production of the musical...

This week (12/30/2021) ART ON THE AIR presents a special podcast edition saluting the life and legacy of the very definition of an Artist, John Brabant Lenting , who lost his courageous battle with cancer on December 26. Known for his unique brand of abstract expressionism (that he practiced since 1975), Brabant has a storied life that he readily shared in his two Art On The Air interviews from Ep...

This week (1/7 & 1/9) on ART ON THE AIR our entire show features Rick Valicenti, founder and design director of   Thirst , a communication design practice providing design and immersive environments for high profile clients in the architectural, performing arts, and education communities. He also is as an adjunct professor at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Our spotlight is on...

This week (12/31 & 1/2) on ART ON THE AIR our entire show features former Chicago Tribune photographer who collaborated with Rick Kogan on his column, “ Sidewalks ” about interesting people and places in the greater Chicago area, Charles Osgood who continues his career as a freelancer. Our spotlight is on the Duneland Photography Club with its president Steve Bensing about their Jan 15 exhibit...

This week (12/24 & 12/26) on ART ON THE AIR our entire show focuses on the Bronzeville exhibit and artist loft space in Chicago, Gallery Guichard , with its owners, artists Andre and Francis Guichard, discussing their unique gallery and their artistic life together. Our spotlight is on the Indiana Art Commission 2022-2023 grant application process for Region One with South Shore Art’s Kelly Fr...

This week (12/17 & 12/19) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the owner of  who has spent her career dressing and designing for rock n roll's elite. Next we interview the new executive director for Miller Beach Arts and Creative District, Jenifer Okamura. Our spotlight on South Shore Symphony with maestro Troy Webdell about their Holiday Pops Concert on December 17th . Tune in on Friday at 11am...

This week (12/12 & 12/14) on ART ON THE AIR we feature senior curator of art and history for the Indiana State Museum , Mark Ruschman. Next we have the founder, music director, and conductor of South Shore Orchestra, maestro Troy Webdell. Our spotlight on The LaPorte County Symphony with conductors Carolyn Watson and Check Steck about the Holiday Pops Concert on December 11th. Tune in on Frida...

This week (12/3 & 12/5) on ART ON THE AIR we feature the new Chesterton Art Center President and Executive Director , Hannah Hammond-Hagman, about her background and plans for the center. Next we feature ceramicist Samantha Purze, discussing her experience as an Artist-In-Residence at the Art Barn. Our spotlight is on the Memorial Opera House’s production of Irving Berlin’s “ Holiday Inn – The...

This week (11/26 & 11/28) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features independent folk music performer, Kendra Swanson, known for her expressive vocals with original compositions written about the American heartland featuring energetic instrumentation on banjo, guitar, and fiddle, Our spotlight is on the return of live performances of the Tomfoolery Fun Club with emcees Tom Byelick and Ms Michel...

This week (11/19 & 11/21) on ART ON THE AIR features our interview with the newly appointed executive director for the Indiana Art Commission, Miah Michaelsen . Next we discover the cultural heritage of Columbus , Indiana with Richard McCoy executive director of the Landmark Columbus Foundation . Our spotlight is on   Lubeznik’s Holiday Artisan Market opening November 20th running through...

This week (11/12 & 11/14) on ART ON THE AIR features two radio broadcasters beginning with WIMS owner and morning host, Ric Federichi and next longtime region reporter for Chicago’s WBEZ and Off Mic on Lakeshore Public Radio, Michael Puente . Our spotlight is on The Depot’s Holiday Sale Nov 20th and 21st with Nancy Schwab and Suzy Vance . Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversatio...

This week (11/5 & 11/7) on ART ON THE AIR features Connecticut-born artist, Lauralee Sikorski who works in Murals, Fine Art Paintings, Sculpture & Large Scale Public Works Projects. Next we discuss the current Greening of the Arts exhibit at Calumet College . Our spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony’s Carolyn Watson and Tim King with " A Jazzy American Salute" concert on Nov 13th. Tune in...