Tell A Vision

Apollo is a musician, dancer, and model from Detroit. In this episode, we talk about his music journey, how he got the name Apollo, his songwriting process, and collaborating with other artists. We also discuss his band Sex Time Machine, his goals for the future, and his desire to share knowledge with others. Follow @apollo.wavv on Instagram for more. Hosted by  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Layla McMurtrie ⁠⁠⁠...

GGOI, short for Grace's Gallery of Inspiration, is a local artist who is just starting on her artistic journey. In this episode, she talks about her multifaceted talents with metalsmithing, jewelry-making, painting, and fashion design. We also discuss her recent vending opportunities, her plans to attend CCS in the fall, and her vision for the future. Follow @g_goi_ on Instagram for more.  Hos...

The Redd Chapter, led by local artists Redd and Vianca, is a new community art pop-up group in Detroit. Redd, as a visual artist, and Vianca, as a model, musician, artist, and creative director, have been curating events together for the past couple of months. The two of them both have unique passions and goals for their individual work and community care. Follow @thereddchapter , @redd.q , and @v...

Koron is a musician, DJ, and more, plus the founder of Jewels of Detroit. In this episode, we talk about his multi-genre music journey, including making a song with Dej Loaf and the music community in Texas where he went to college, plus starting Jewels of Detroit and opening iRock Local Entertainment Cafe. We also discuss the importance of Detroit to his journey, how he got into DJing, starting M...

Pico Stacks is a hip-hop artist, poet, and content creator from Detroit. In this episode, he talks about making marijuana-infused music and creating videos for social media. We also discuss his songwriting process, how it is collaborating with other artists, and his opinion on J Cole and Kendrick Lamar. Follow @picostacks ⁠  on Instagram for more.  Hosted by  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Layla McMurtrie ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Amber George is a model and visual artist from Detroit. In this episode, she talks about what her moniker Infinity Whores means to her, as well as her love for clothing, the importance of color, and her recent gallery shows in Pontiac and New York. We also discuss how she attended the University of Michigan to get bachelor's and master's degrees that merge her passion for design with her p...

Curtis Roach is an amazing rapper and content creator from Detroit. In this episode, he talks about his journey with music, his viral moments, and Detroit influence and collaborations. He also discusses performing in Europe, being a Sony ambassador, his goal of being an actor, and lots more. Follow  @curtistootrill on Instagram for more. Hosted by  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Layla McMurtrie ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presented by ...

Candace "Oceania" Cavazos is a poet, educator, model, mom, and business owner. In this episode, she talks about her cafe and gallery The Deep End, which she opened just over a year ago in Ypsilanti. She also discusses how she got into modeling, the importance of uplifting other women, and her love for Detroit, as well as growing up around and being mentored by iconic Detroit poets, plus...

True Avery is a spoken word poet, filmmaker, and leader from Detroit. After performing his own poetry for less than a year, he started the poetry organization Sharp Pens to create a space that included what he felt was missing from other open mic events. In this episode, he talks about the importance of everybody supporting everybody, being driven, and his journey with filmmaking.  We also briefly...

Payge Remler, also known as Made By Payge, is an illustrator, painter, graphic designer, and model based in Detroit. In this episode, she talks about her work with local collectives Jewels of Detroit and Free Body Entertainment. We also discuss the importance of her visual art centering on women's bodies and experiences, her love for Detroit, and lots more. Follow @madebypayge on Instagram for mor...

Vinecia Will, who many know as NayeTaye Visuals, is a visual artist who paints, makes jewelry, and is authentically herself. In this episode, she talks about turning poetry pieces into paintings,  what the word “vision” means to her, and how it was live painting at our event. We also discuss introspection through art and the complexities of being a woman artist. Follow @nayetaye_visuals on Instagr...

Thalamus is a multi-faceted creative in the city of Detroit. In this episode, he talks about his journey to becoming DJ Deadphone, playing multiple instruments, and creating Pink Hanger Society, which hosts community garment swap events. We also discuss his visual art and comedy, many creative collaborations, his upcoming mixtape, and lots more. Follow @thalamus__  & @dj_deadphone on Instagram...

Natalie Rivera is a visual artist, graphic designer, and screen printer born and raised in Southwest Detroit. In this episode, she talks about being featured in gallery shows in Europe and running the print shop at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation. We also discuss how it is being a woman in the Detroit art community, her local art influences, and lots more.  Follow @nj.rivera  on Insta...

Jalen Goza, also known as Cyberface, is the owner of local clothing brand TerraxSport. In this episode, he talks about his upcoming women's line, as well as the intersection between his love for tech and art, the importance of uplifting women in the city, and more. Follow @cyberface_ on Instagram for more. Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Layla McMurtrie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Vision Detroit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Lost Apollo is a creative platform created by a local visual artist and clothing designer. In this episode, we discuss the importance of holding onto your youthful imagination, how creativity helps with personal growth, and how he first connected his visual art with clothing design. We also talk about screen printing, sewing, 1 of 1 pieces, color theory, and the artist’s innovative vision for a fu...

Siena Liggins is a singer, songwriter, hot girl, and queer icon from the Detroit area. She is currently on a US tour for her recently released full-length album Floozy. In this episode, we talk about her recent show in Detroit, what the city means to her, the uniqueness of her new project, and how it’s been working with other artists. We also discuss the musician’s experience performing at pride f...

Samaiyah Abdur-Rahman is a painter and fashion designer. In this episode, we talk about her clothing line Haus of Imani, and painting business SJL creations. She also talks about her experiences at Michigan, New York, and Paris Fashion Week, as well as how she got into teaching paint and pour classes. Plus, we discuss the importance of networking, the ways that art is healing, and much more.   Fol...

Tell A Vision Host Layla McMurtrie joins the other two founders of The Vision Detroit, Dehvin Banks and Jai'La Logan, for a special episode. As more people become familiar with us, we thought it would be important to talk more heavily about who we all are individually and what our personal goals and ambitions are for the Vision and outside of it. Along with a discussion on what we’ve done so f...

Rain Hoskins is a potter, photographer, and painter from Detroit. During this episode, they talk about how they got interested in all of these art forms, as well as their focus on nature in their work, vending at different Detroit events and festivals, studying at Eastern Michigan University, and more. Follow @rainxandriaart on Instagram to see Rain's art! Hosted by  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Layla McMurtrie ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Erin Theroux is a visual artist who utilizes many unique mediums and works at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. During this episode, they discuss what they enjoy about digital and physical art differently, including lithography, linocut, relief printing, and textiles. We also discuss recent shows that she has been a part of, as well as the impact that meaningful art can have on viewers,...

Sex Time Machine is an upcoming Detroit collective. In this episode, we talk to seven out of 10 or 11 members of the band to discuss how the group began, everyone’s artistic roles, the ups and downs of working with a group, and how Sex Time Machine is more than just the music. We also talk about their plans for their first single "Special Times, their first project "The SEX Tape," a...

Devankar is a content creator with a passion for the Detroit community. In this episode of Tell A Vision, he talks about social impact and fashion, as well as his empowering Instagram broadcast channel and setting intentions for 2024. We also discuss his ideas for a creative agency and his upcoming project "Together First." We initially planned to take a break from posting a new episode...

Asiana S. is a visual artist and educator. In this episode, she talks about her painting journey, her work in education, and how her art inspires herself and others. We also discuss her Melanin Royalty series, her passion for helping other artists, and her experience curating art shows, as well as the difference in painting murals vs canvases, and more.   Asiana teaches painting classes and holds...

904 Matcha is a genre-fluid artist who moved to Detroit from Florida for music. In this episode, he talks about his experiences in the city, going on tour with friends, and visiting Green Tea Studios in LA. We also discuss his recent single “You Got It,” his EP “Late Valentine,” and the making of his amazing music videos.  Follow @904matcha on Instagram. Stream 904 Matcha:  www.gridlnk.com/gl/904m...

Troy Birdsong is a singer, a producer, and a rapper. He wants you to know he takes his music seriously and he won't release anything that's below his standard. During this episode, Troy discusses his recent single "Sensual," and the making of his next album, as well as the benefits of creative connection, how he got into music, studying music in college, the uniqueness of Detroit...