Art On The Air

This week (9/22 & 9/24) on ART ON THE AIR our whole show features an encore presentation of our interview with singer songwriter and NPR music theme composer, BJ Leiderma n, sharing more about his storied career and more of his music. Our Spotlight is on Footlight Players next production of “Four Old Broads on the High Seas” running October 6th through the 15th. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lak...

This week (9/15 & 9/18) on ART ON THE AIR we feature pastel and charcoal artist Mary Ann Pals who returns to share her experience as an Indiana Dunes National Park artist-in-residence. Next Hoosier Star vocal coach and LaPorte County Symphony keyboardist, Becky Olson , along with 2022 Hoosier Star youth winner, Savannah Holley. Our Spotlight is on Lakeshore Community Concerts 2023-24 season wi...

This week (9/8 & 9/10) on ART ON THE AIR we feature author and poet Achy Obejas whose award-winning novel “ Days of Awe ” and poetry chapbook “ This Is What Happened in Our Other Life .” Next playwright and producer of “ Mindy’s Bachelorette Party ,” Cari Labok and Marilyn Catinella. Our Spotlight is on Chautauqua in the Dunes Photo Exhibit “B” running August though October with Becky Jascovia...

This week (9/1 & 9/2) on ART ON THE AIR we feature new mystery author Olivia Raymond with her debut novel, “Deadly Secrets from Pond Island.” Next we speak with African American contemporary realism and figurative narrative artist, Afi Ese. Our Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony’s 18th Annual Hoosier Star on September 9th. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour...

artist couple Julian Quayle and Aimee Alexander whose artistic collaboration as Alexander and Quayle was born of the pandemic lockdown. Next we feature Chesterton-based Plein Aire oil artist Christine Newton, who work is focused on nostalgic structures. Our Spotlight is on Art Barn’s 7th Annual Art Blitz on September 16th with Amy Navardauskas and Melissa Washburn . Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lak...

This week (8/18 & 8/20 & 8/22) on ART ON THE AIR we again feature artist David Criner who is now focused on his music with the August release of his second CD, “ North American .” Next Harbert Michigan based gallery owner, Judith Racht , discussing her Outsiders-Outside-Art-Fair on Labor Day weekend. Our Spotlight is on Tomfooolery Fun Club’s “ Hoosier Palooza ” at Whiting’s Hoosier Theatr...

This week (8/11 & 8/13 & 8/15) on ART ON THE AIR we feature ceramic artist Teresa Wooden , whose narrative styled work is reminiscent of woodblock prints from fairytale illustrations. Next we have artist Ahmad Lee - "Reco the Great ," whose multidisciplinary approach creates stunning custom art pieces and murals. Our Spotlight is on the 41st annual Lubeznik Arts Festival running...

This week (8/4 & 8/6 & 8/8) on ART ON THE AIR features the Fantastic Realist artist, George Underwood , whose work has been featured on hundreds of fantasy, horror, science fiction book covers along with CD and LP Album, covers. Next photographer Sharon Hoogstraten whose portraits celebrates Potawatomi tribal members in traditional dress opening August 7th at The Depot in Beverly Shores. O...

This week (7/28 & 7/30 & 8/1) on ART ON THE AIR features the photographic work of Fox 32 meteorologist, Mike Caplan , whose body of work  on the other side of the lens is an eclectic mix of nature, portraits, and commercial work. Next we have rising country music singer/songwriter, Carolyn Marie , discussing her musical journey.  Our Spotlight is on the 63rd Annual Chesterton Art Fair runn...

This week on ART ON THE AIR features Northwest Indiana post-graffiti abstract expressionist artist, Ish Muhammad , whose work has been exhibited nationally. Next the directors and cast of Highland Performing Arts summer musical production of “School of Rock” opening July 27th . Our Spotlight is on Miller Community Theatre’s production of “Rocky Horror Picture Show” Running July 21st through the 30...

This week (7/14 & 7/16 & 7/18) on ART ON THE AIR features playwright, actor, solo performer, Randy Noojin ’s one-man show, “Man of the Decade - An Evening with John Lennon” also with Angie Lowe at L'arc en Ciel July 21st through 23rd. Next we feature LaPorte County Symphony’s new Executive Director, Emily Yiannias . Our spotlight is on South Bend’s Art 4 theater’s production of  the mu...

This week on ART ON THE AIR is pleased to have award winning author David Hoppe returns to share his new satiric novel, “ Mondo Potus .” Next we speak with the Towle Theatre’ s new Associate Director, Christopher Place , who is also appearing in “ Murder Ballad ” opening July 7th. Our spotlight is on Chicago Street Theatre ’s gender-bending version of Shakespeare’s “ Julius Caesar ” opening July 1...

This week (6/30 & 7/2) on ART ON THE AIR features artist Jerry Lynn whose takes black figures from the past and present, immortalizing them on canvas. Next we feature photographer Rick Decorie with an eye for the old and forgotten or whatever captures his eye. Our spotlight is on Canterbury Summer Theatre’s next production of the musical revue, “The Pin-Up Girls” with director Lari Leber. Tune...

This week (6/23 & 6/26) on ART ON THE AIR features the hosts of the new podcast “ She Said, He Said” with Karen Davich and Times columnist Jerry Davich . Next we speak with novelist, Aimee Lekeberg , about her new book, “ Ancient Names.”   Our spotlight is on Lubezik Center for Arts 2023 ArtBash on June 24th and the Vivian Maier exhibit opening on July 7th with Janet Bloch . Tune in on Sunday...

This week (6/6 & 6/18) on ART ON THE AIR features artist Janet Sienick i who combines found objects to create her 3-D substrates. Next we feature mystery novelist focused on the American Southwest, Mark Edward Langley , who incorporates Native American themes in his writing.  Our spotlight is on Dunes Summer Theatre’s next production, “Tick, Tick Boom” opening June 29th. Tune in on Sunday at 7...

This week (6/9 & 6/11) on ART ON THE AIR features art historian and author Judith Turner-Yamamoto discussing her insightful novel “ Loving the Dead and Gone” about growing through tragedy. Next Cynthia Hedge and Bill Hallier of the Center for Creative Solutions plus award-winning student poets sharing their work. Our spotlight is on this summer’s Chesterton’s Third Fridays with Hannah Hammond-...

This week (6/2 & 6/4) on ART ON THE AIR features Northwest Indiana landscape artist, Mark Vander Vinne, discussing his art journey, upcoming exhibits and workshops. Next we explore Canterbury Summer Theatre’s 55th Season with Artistic  Directors  Ray Scott Crawford and David Graham with returning CST alumni, Leah Mazur serving as company manager and scenic designer. Our spotlight is on Brian K...

This week (5/26 & 5/28) on ART ON THE AIR features Indiana University Northwest Graphic Design students, Tyler Kaufman, Kris Kritiko, Jacob Meiss, and Tiana Brown. Next we speak with Valparaiso University digital media arts major, Ashley Vernon, about her goal toward being an art museum curator.  Our spotlight is on Dunes Summer Theatre’s production of “Boeing, Boeing” with actors Khyel Robers...

This week (5/19 & 5/21) on ART ON THE AIR features traveler, photographer Brian Keenan whose photography covers stunning scenic vistas and creatures. Next we feature adjunct professor and Multi-Media artist, Emily Casella whose works combine ceramic sculptures, photography, video and more.  Our spotlight is on Footlight Players 74th Season featuring six productions with Lara West.  Tune in on...

This week (5/12 & 5/14) on ART ON THE AIR features world renown photographer and conservationist, Art Wolfe, best known for his color images of landscapes, wildlife, and native cultures.  Next we have Kuala Lumpur based artist, sharing his vibrant artistic career, Drew Harris, who is a storyteller in visual abstraction. Our spotlight is on virtuoso guitarist Marco Villarreal, sharing his many...

This week (5/5 & 5/7) on ART ON THE AIR features the power couple in the Chicago art scene, Dr. Yanina Gomez and Sergio Gome z, founders of Art Nxt Level, that guides artists on how build a productive art practice. Next we have Marla Showfer who curates artists from remote regions of the globe. Our spotlight is on The Depot Gallery and Museum’s 5x5 Exhibit plus a preview of its 2023 exhibit se...

This week (4/28 & 4/30) on ART ON THE AIR features the multitalented actor, broadcaster, author, and more, Mark Edward Wilows, sharing his storied career from child actor to versatile entertainment professional. Next we have novelist John Young sharing his life journey and readings from his newly released novel, “Getting Huge.” Our spotlight is on the Friendship Botanical Gardens “Music Under...

This week (4/21 & 4/23) on ART ON THE AIR features artist and academic known for his visually diverse paintings, David Klamen , who also serves as the Dean of Indiana University Northwest’s School of Arts. Next we have St Joseph Michigan’s Krasl Art Center ’s  Executive Director and Chief Curator for, Tami Fauver. Our spotlight is on the Dunes Summer Theater’s 2023 five-show season , and their...

This week (4/14 & 4/16) on ART ON THE AIR features Chesterton based floral designer, Kris Livovich whose life-long love of flowers began in Central American as the daughter of missionaries. Next we have Ceramic Artist Thomas Harris , who works with traditional functional objects then alters them to create unique, sculptural forms.  Our spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony ’s final concert o...

This week (4/7 & 4/9) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago-based actor hailing from Munster, Indiana, Trey DeLuna, embarking on his professional acting career recently appearing in Drury Lane’s “A Chorus Line.” Next with have I U Northwest art student, senior Makayla Brooks on beginning her art practice.  Our spotlight is on the return of the Chesterton Art Center’s Art After Dark Gala, “Shine”...