Drawing South

Jodi and @mikewindyart have been trying for awhile to get another conversation recorded including an attempt when the wifi at mikewindy's just wouldn't cooperate. A few weeks back we finally got an hour for a "short" episode where we still covered a lot of ground. Having to rethink the story(at least that mikewindy) we tell ourselves, being teachable vs. unteachable, and so much more. If you've be...

Whew!!! This was a GREAT conversation with @mikewindyart and @briannabass We talked about how music, the physics of how we see, and spirituality are all a part of her process of making work. Brian Eno and Duchamp’s urinal make an appearance and we waded into how religion at an early age was complicated and ways in which we are still consciously and unconsciously letting it into our art practices....

This was such a fun conversation with @mikewindyart and @vandarien! We talked about crafternoons, sobriety, her wedding in 20 days, writing her new record, making her own merch(sometimes), and a whole lot of other things. PLEASE dive into her music on your favorite streaming platform and follow her on IG and check tour dates on her website https://www.vandarien.com/links #vandarienmusic #vandarien...

@mikewindyart and @worksofmike_art had a great conversation recently. We dove into how airbrushing was a foundational skill to his practice and why he thinks his work as a tattoo artist is an adjacent rather than integrated part of his visual art practice. Mike also reminded me that everyone is ok with being hot but not everyone is ready to be cold! This conversation was deep but also full of laug...

In this conversation with Lesa Dowdy & @mikewindyart they talk about leveling up in their art career, the privilege of being accepted as nerds, gaming, documentary films, photography, and so much more. If you're not connected to Lesa's practice you are missing a rich part of Nashville's creative community! We would like to invite you to give it a listen. Dive into her practice at h...

This conversation with mikewindy and Lindsy Davis takes a deep-dive into her investigation of Gestaltism, how sustainable farming ideas impact her artistic practice, being in Nashville for a decade now, and showing at Red Arrow Gallery. We would love for you to take a listen and take a deeper look at her work on IG @lindsydavis_ or her website ⁠https://lindsy-davis.squarespace.com/⁠ #drawingsouthp...

mikewindy just had a great conversation with none other than @behoward615, where we dive deep into the mindset of  not  sleeping on yourself and embracing the endless possibilities life has to offer.  Whether you're young or seasoned, it’s never too late to rise like a phoenix from the ashes—just like D. Rose (Da'Rozes, track 9) BeHoward's latest album  "Shameless"  is out no...

🎙️🎶 Just had an amazing conversation with the talented artist and musician Qwynn Garrett! 🌟 We talked about her upcoming move to LA to attend Otis College of Art & Design and the bittersweet feeling of leaving behind Nashville's music scene, where her band Postal Court has been such an integral part. 🎸🏙️ We dove into the pros and cons of moving so far from home, what she's most exci...

Just had an incredible conversation with @marlosevan! We dove deep into his artistic journey, discussing everything from his mentor Derek Fordjour to his ongoing grad school applications. 🎨📚 Marlos shared so many valuable connections during our chat, including shoutouts to Ash Atterberry, Vesna Pavlovic, and Courtney Adaire Johnson. 💬 We also explored the origins of his clown work, the challeng...

@mikewindyart had an inspiring conversation with Brad Bornac from https://www.instagram.com/semiproarts/ at https://www.instagram.com/slowdripcoffeenashville/ Brad is a constant advocate for music and arts in Nashville and beyond, and it was fascinating to hear where it all began. His incredible years in Chicago have deeply informed his creative practice, from running a passion-fueled record label...

@mikewindyart recently had an inspiring 3+ hour conversation with the incredibly talented Sam Dunson, an Atlanta/Nashville-based artist and professor at Tennessee State University. Sam shared why he no longer paints on canvas, revealing how his teaching practice has shaped this decision. His "100 Works for 100 Books" project is nothing short of amazing, showcasing his dedication to build...

Katie McCall is an artist and art teacher in New Orleans. Her work and her passion for making it is amazing. This was such a fun conversation and the first time Katie and I met. We talk about the postcard art I sent to her gallery, teaching and making art, transitioning from teaching es to hs, her approach to exhibiting work in NO and more. We hope you give it a listen. Tile Art from her IG @katie...

In this conversation we talk a lot about language and Danielle's delving into language in her creative practice that includes hand lettering and social practice strategies. We also dive into the project she is working on in her MFA program which may or may not have her visiting every Kroger in the southeastern US. She also talks about her company and the grad degree level of knowledge she gain...

I didn't know Alvaro before this conversation. I have only admired his incredible water color/drawings on Instagram. It was a really awesome conversation and he talks beautifully about the ways in which his advertising career is different than his art making and ways in which these adjacent practices also intersect. We talk about all sorts of things but an exciting piece is the Brazilian skate...

I'm so grateful that Pat took the time to talk with me for a few hours about his photography practice. It was so wonderful to hear how he dealt with coming to the work of great photographers before him by letting it blow his mind but not blow away his curiosity and interest in making images. I was fascinated to find out that he curated one of the first exhibits ever of Vivian Maier's photo...

This three-hour conversation covers A LOT of ground from teaching, horizontal ambition, MOCA MAC, and the grief of not getting to teach together anymore. We hope you give it a listen!!! Tile Art: @missygraphite IG Give her a follow!

In this roaming conversation Kristina and I talk about the gifts and challenges of her role as Department Chair at WKU, her recent glass residency at the Toledo Museum, adjacent vs integrated practices, the iterative nature of having a studio practice, and how she mainly identifies as a tinkerer above all else. Like in my initial writing about her work in Number magazine 20 years ago when I said I...

Andy King and I finally got together and had a nice long talk about making art, not drinking anymore, summer teacher schedule and a whole host of things. It was lovely and we hope you give it a listen! Tile Art: From https://www.modfellows.com/contemporary-artist-andy-king/ Detail from "Transformative ideas" Follow Andy @andy.king.artist on Instagram

WHOA!!! In this almost 3 hour episode Briena and I talk about A LOT!!! We hope you will peck away at it or turn it up during a session in the studio. I was lucky to get to be in her classroom a handful of times this year and see her recent show "Just Piddlin'" at Browsing Room Gallery. Dive into her work on IG @brienaharmening or http://brienaharmening.com/ Tile Art-"I'll th...

In this episode the Nathaniel Covington we talk about his artistic practice, skateboarding, his recent autism diagnosis in his late 30's, teaching, and lots of stuff in between. We had a few technical difficulties recording this episode and lost some of the audio but we think it's still enough to tell the story of our conversation in his studio. Dive into his work on IG @nathannada or @the...

In this conversation with Brandon we get into his coming back to make art full force after taking a decade long break, his new found love for collage, finding ourselves drinking Budweiser NA’s, and loving every minute of it! Dive into his practice on IG @brandongnetz or his website www.brandongnetz.com Tile art info: “Fall to pieces” 11in x 14in Analog collage made from 1970s Grand Ole Opry catalo...

In this conversation Paz and I had a blast talking about teaching, imposter syndrome, parenting, and reframing each others insecurities as strengths. You can follow her visual diary @pazsuay on IG and she has an upcoming exhibit @red225art  “Intimacism” opening on June 1st. Tile art info: This is “Wooden House”, acrylic and gouache on wood panel, 10 x 10 x 1”. Part of “Inglewood Field Study” serie...

It was so great to catch up with Mahwish Chishty who I last talked a little over three years ago. Check out that conversation as well. We talked this time a lot about teaching and holding adjacent studio and teaching practices. If you don't know her work PLEASE dive into her practice on her website https://www.mahachishty.com/ or follow her @mahachishty on IG tile image: IV. Taxila series The...

Nuveen Barwari’s expansive studio practice involves gathering and repurposing artifacts from her community such as worn Kurdish clothes, fabric, and used rugs to investigate the multiplicity of materials, their inherited history, and cultural meanings. In her work, textiles are used as a tool of resistance, embodying the fluidity and adaptability of language. Instead of focusing on what is often l...

This was such a great conversation catching up with my pal Rae Wilson. I have known Rae for over 20 years and she is making such great art in Hudson NY and forging a life there as a creative. Maybe we'll still start that band? Dive into her IG @eliraewilson or her INCREDIBLE website www.eliraewilson.com