PROCESSA TALKS

In this live episode of Processa Talks, Kiara Cristina Ventura sits down with artist Emmanuel Massillon for a deep conversation on art, culture, and process. Together, they explore Emmanuel’s practice, the stories behind his work, and how his identity and experiences shape his vision as an artist. Later in the episode, they are joined by artist Allen Golder-Carpenter to reflect on the Massillon&#3...

In this episode, Kiara Cristina Ventura sits down with multidisciplinary artist Kiarita within their debut solo exhibition home[body] at Hausen in Brooklyn to explore the delicate architecture of intimacy and queer eroticism. Set amid hidden paintings and altar-like assemblies inside found vintage furniture, the conversation touches on how safety and “chosen family” is woven through acts of commun...

In this episode, Kiara Cristina Ventura sits down with multidisciplinary artist Avila Santo to explore the rituals, rhythms, and revelations behind his evolving creative practice. From ancestral memory to the dream realm, Avila shares insights on his latest work, his connection to the spiritual, and the power of art as portal and provocation. This intimate conversation dives into the textures that...

For this episode of Processa Talks, we have the pleasure of hosting Artist Diana Eusebio and Dr. Omaris Z. Zamora where they discuss Eusebio's solo exhibition, Alchemy: Pigments of Probability, opening at the Art and Culture center in Hollywood, Florida. Alchemy: Pigments of Probability, is a culmination of years of extensive research on the indigenous art of alchemizing plants and natural mat...

Tune into the new season of Processa Talks (formerly known at AW CLASSROOM) with an interview with artist Piero Penizzotto, a Peruvian-American artist born and based in Queens, NY. Penizzotto’s practice consists of creating life-size painted papier-mâché sculptures as an ode to the friendships and communities he is a part of in New York and South Florida. This recording is from an artist talk betw...

For this bonus episode officially ending Season 1 of the AW Classroom podcast, curator Kiara Cristina Ventura interviews artist Luis Santana for a discussion around his current solo exhibition, "As Time Stood Still," currently at the Mynt Gallery in Chelsea, NY till February 16th, 2022. Here, they speak about photography work in the NFT world, the process behind Santana's work, and his journey in...

For the 20th episode of AW CLASSROOM podcast, we covered the NADA Miami 2021 art fair where we interviewed various artists and galleries about the works they are presenting. In order, we chatted with Danny Baez of Regular Normal Gallery, artist Melissa Joseph, artist Jeffery Meris with Fragment gallery, Dominique Clayton of Dominique Gallery, artist Amber Ahmad with Tone Gallery, Anthony Akinbola...

This 19th episode of AW CLASSROOM features an artist talk in tandem with our past August 2021 virtual exhibition, "Cocinando," led by the curator Kiara Cristina Ventura. This episode was recorded in August 2021 & features 4 of the artists included in the show: Cielo Felix Hernandez, Emmanuel Massillon, Estelle Maisonett, and Nicole Bello. Thinking of the kitchen as a space of gathering, cookin...

For the 17th episode of AW CLASSROOM, we virtually sat with artist Khari Johnson Ricks and discussed what it means to have a multidisciplinary practice where one practice informs and supports another. In the interview, Khari speaks to the power of his work and practices being rooted in love, community, relationships, the body, and of course, Jersey Club dance and music.    ______________...

For the 16th episode of AW CLASSROOM, we virtually sat with curator Claire Kim and discussed what it means to navigate the art world with care and intention. In the interview, Kim breaks down highlights from her current exhibition, Un/Common Proximity, which is showing at James Cohan gallery NYC till August 13, 2021. The group show is a result of her recent fellowship with NXTHVN where she worked...

For the 15th episode of AW CLASSROOM, Kiara Cristina Ventura interviews multidisciplinary artist and musician, Albany Andaluz. In the interview, Andaluz speaks about her identities and cultural backgrounds and how they result in multidimensional artworks. She also speaks on her nomadic experience moving to Mexico during the pandemic. Now temporarily based Dominican Republic, the artist ends the in...

For the 14th episode of AW CLASSROOM, AW intern Abe Centeno interviews Bronx artist and educator, Sofie Vasquez. In the interview, Sofie talks about her journey being an artist from The Bronx, how she developed her skills, and also her part time practice in photographing the NYC wrestling scene.     .....    Sofie Vasquez (b. 1998) is an Ecuadorian documentary photographer...

For this special Vday drop, we are releasing a lovely interview with artist Aya Brown where we talk about her practice and how she paints and draws Black Women she loves. And we also discuss her love for Mary J. Blidge of course.   Aya Brown (b. 1995) is a Black and Japanese artist who was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Brown’s artistic practice is focused on documenting unseen people...

For the 12th episode of AW CLASSROOM, we interview Jamaican-Canadian artist Tau Lewis about her self-taught journey and how she intentionally creates doll-like sculptures to embody spirit and connect to her ancestors.    Tau Lewis (b. 1993, Toronto, Ontario, Canada) employs arduous methods such as hand sewing, carving, and assemblage to build intricate sculptural portraits and quilts. A...

Today on AW CLASSROOM we center Carrie Mae Weems, "The Kitchen Table Series," 1990 and this work is important in the history of contemporary art, especially in the world of photography. Throughout the decades, Weems highlights and uplifts the narratives of black women in America.   The notes for this episode were wonderfully put together by AW intern, Abe Centeno.   AW CLASSROOM is a ser...

For the 10th episode of AW CLASSROOM, we center David Hammons' work "Bliz-aard Ball Sale," Cooper Square, New York, 1983.  The notes for this episode were wonderfully put together by AW intern, Abe Centeno. To see the full notes, research, and images for this episode, become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/ARTSYWINDOW. AW CLASSROOM is a series of talks and art history classes highlighting...

For the 9th episode of AW Classroom, founder of AW, Kiara Cristina Ventura, takes us through works by artist Dread Scott. Particularly, we dive into how he changed US Law and uses the flag as a medium to make a statement about the historical foundation of the US and the overall discrimination against the black community within the US. AW CLASSROOM is a series of talks and art history classes highl...

For the 8th episode of AW Classroom, we talk to young art historian and curator Antoine Girard.   Arts professional and a cultural strategist, Antoine Girard is passionate about the arts and social change. Professional and scholarly interests include black visual culture, and inclusive engagement strategies. He earned his B.A. in Art History from Howard University. He began his work in t...

Digital Space as Safe Space Panel Talk - Hosted by Latinx Project at NYU.   For this episode of AW CLASSROOM we feature the recording of the official Cyber Healing virtual panel talk led by founder of AW and curator Kiara Cristina Ventura joined by featured artists Florencia Escudero, Moréna Espiritual, Chloe Piñero, Gina Goico, and Catherine Feliz. The conversation centers around the fe...

Mel Luna and AW Founder, Kiara Cristina Ventura, sat down in Williamsburg, Brooklyn at Larissa De Jesús Negrón ‘s solo exhibition "Moving On" 2020 to talk about artistic process, abstraction of identity, and her unique journey.   Melanie Luna (IG: @ohmeluna ) is a young Dominican conceptual artist who is working with the figure in a unique way —stripping the figure of their skin thus str...

For the episode #5 of AW CLASSROOM, we virtually sit with curator and founder of the Mare Residency, Tiffany Auttrianna Ward, who focuses her work on artists of the African Diaspora and those of marginalized communities.   To support our podcast and the work we do, please donate to us at artsywindow.com and click the "donate" tab. Much love! Read here to learn more about our guest:  Tiff...

For this episode of AW CLASSROOM, we talk to art advisor Chela Mitchell about her journey and how young artists of color can navigate their art market. She also gives advice to young art collectors and sheds light how the art market functions.    Chela Mitchell is an art advisor and founder based in New York who has extensive knowledge of the emerging contemporary art market. She has a d...

AW CLASSROOM PODCAST: INTERVIEW WITH ARTIST XIME IZQUIERDO UGAZ   For this episode, we talk to artist Xime Izquierdo Ugaz about their online archive, "se que fue así porque estuve allí," a commissioned project of El Museo's, ESTAMOS BIEN- LA TRIENAL 20/21. The digital archive expands on the artist’s ongoing series of photo portraits of their queer chosen family and features over forty images...

AW CLASSROOM PODCAST: INTERVIEW WITH LARRY OSSEI MENSAH For this episode, we are diving into Larry Ossei-Mensah’s curatorial journey and perspective on supporting artists early in their careers. Larry shares his eye for art and his advice for young artists. Larry Ossei-Mensah uses contemporary art as a vehicle to redefine how we see ourselves and the world around us. The Ghanaian-American curator...

ARTSYWINDOW is pleased to present our first AW CLASSROOM Podcast episode featuring artist Eilen Itzel Mena where she talk to AW Founder, Kiara Cristina Ventura, about her upcoming solo exhibition in LA, how she navigates herself and her unique artistic practice that deeply involves spirituality.   Check out her solo her solo exhibition:  Inner Eye: Alignment, Perfection, Completion Augus...