Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast

Recorded during LA Art Week near Frieze Los Angeles , this episode of Vessel: Art Is a Doorway captures an intimate salon-style conversation with artists Bobby Joe Smith III, Camila Galaz, Jonah King, and Joshua Dawson, gathered at Wilshire Online as part of the NEWINC community. Across practices spanning immersive media, speculative design, research based installation, and painting, the group ref...

What if the materials we touch, see, and feel could tell stories just as powerfully as words? In this episode, we dive into the art of storytelling through a whole new lens — exploring how designers, artists, and creatives are using materiality to evoke emotion, memory, and meaning like never before. Tune in to rethink the way you tell your story. Design Miami · Design Miami Ippodo Gallery GALLERY...

Dive into the bizarre and beautiful world of contemporary art at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024. From a mesmerizing waltz that transports viewers through time to a $600,000 dripping masterpiece and a squatting Australian artist's gelatinous tribute to the departed, this episode explores the mind-bending and thought-provoking works that pushed the boundaries of creativity. Art Basel Miami Beach ht...

Join us on a guided tour through "Limitless," a groundbreaking art exhibit by Leah Smithson at the historic Hotel Figueroa in Los Angeles. This immersive experience blends traditional paintings with cutting-edge augmented reality, creating a portal to celebrate the achievements of visionary women who have shaped our world.  Here, you'll be inspired by the stories of these remarkable...

Jewelry for trucks, sculpting the unconscious mind, and the sculpture you can drink from.  Join us thru our conversation & journey thru NADA Art Fair 2022. Raymund Bulman (Vickie Vainionpää) The Hole Gallery https://thehole.com/ Instagram @theholenyc Franco Calvaresi (Daniel Basso) Calvaresi Gallery https://www.calvaresicontemporaneo.com/ Instagram @calvaresicontemporaneo @danibassos ILY2 (Sol...

How can tiny little pieces of paper become a superpower? From the depths of a drug-induced mental illness to the heights of sobriety and success as a foundational pillar of Wynwood Walls, a Street Art cultural center in Miami, listen as Artist Peter Tunney allows us to peek into his mind and heart filled with gratitude.   References: Peter Tunney's Website: https://petertunneyart.com/ Instagr...

Join us on an enchanting journey live through Design Miami.  From the mesmerizing "Moss People" by Kim Simonsson to the welcoming embrace of the cozy creatures crafted by the talented Haas Brothers, this podcast episode takes you on a tour of some of the most captivating works on display at Design Miami 2022. We'll delve into the compelling stories behind these works, including thre...

Why is this Art so weird?  The answer might surprise you.  Many artists bury a treasure of stories in their art.  Come with us to discover a few we found at Art Basel Miami Beach 2022. This is episode 35 of Vessel: Art as a Doorway Podcast. You can view the video on Youtube. Youtube: https://youtu.be/GNtD9QoIzrs Find us online: Website: http://www.clss.studio Email: leah@leahsmithson.com channings...

Less crime, closer community & better economy...this isn't a wish list but statistics revealed these are the actual side effects of public art as experienced by the South Park neighborhood in downtown Los Angeles during the Luminex event.  How is this possible?  Listen as the Executive Director of the South Park BID, Ellen Riotto, shares stories of South Park's experience of Luminex...

What problems?  Learn how the Street Artist, Curator, Entrepreneur  & Teacher, ManOne's history as a graffiti artist has shaped his perspective, leading to innovative uses of art as a problem solver in Los Angeles  and beyond. References - www. ManOne.com Instgram -@ManOneArt Twitter @ManOneArt Facebook @ManOne - linktr.ee/manoneart Faces of Watts https://www.facesofwatts.com/ Interview w...

Imagine an Artist creating a painting of a landscape that allows viewers to teleport themselves into it.  When entering you notice each section within the landscape brings you into different rooms owned by a community of creators.  Rania & Rashid Ajami have created this type of environment in their new project: Metropolis World.  Listen in as we talk about this new metaverse, it's interop...

Blockchain technology has been around for well over a decade but 70% of people involved in it have only come to know about it since 2021. Why now? Art. Listen in to our conversation with Ryan Hertel of Expoverse and discover how the blockchain tech companies that are partnering with artists & creatives have benefited by leveraging art as a way to draw curiosity, educate, inspire innovation, &a...

We were invited to Frieze Art Fair in Los Angeles this year. While talking to they many curators, gallerists and collectors, we noticed most didn’t realize the many benefits they received exploring the art there, so we are discussing 3 of them…and yes, it’s backed by science. References White Cube whitecube.com Massimodecarlo Brian Rochefort https://www.massimodecarlo.com/artist/141/biography/pers...

Many people say the DNA of Los Angeles is recorded in it’s murals, but what a lot of people don’t realize is that mural creation on private property was essentially outlawed in 2002. What kept it from dying out? The story of how it was saved may surprise you.  Listen to Isabel Rojas-Williams, the art historian who was the director of the mural conservatory of Los Angeles tell the story of how she...

World renowned ceramist Eric  Landon—many may know him as "Tortus" on Instagram —addresses the subject of consent & boundaries.  We also discuss how he applies the same precision he uses in his ceramic design with his style of teaching as an artistic expression. References Website: https://tortuscopenhagen.bigcartel.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tortus/ Find us online: Web...

 The journey of art collection  is a very personal journey.  You'll love listening to Dr. Chiara Seidl as she describes her fascinating curatorial process using research & discovery not only with museums, but also to help her clients discover the art & artist they'll build strong connections with. We also discuss how those choices are writing & redefining the future of  art h...

We had the honor of being interviewed by Ben on Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast.  We talk about how we combine our murals, artwork and ceramics with new media like blockchain and NFTs at CLSS Studio.  Here's a repost of his interview with us on his show. Reference Tales of a Red Clay Rambler Podcast   www.talesofaredclayrambler.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carterpottery/ Find u...

Listen in to this interview with Kelli Fontana as she explains how she creates Powerful Spaces balancing the synergy of design, art & you. References: Website https://www.fountart.com Artist Represented by Fount Art Textile: Vesna Vrdoljak:  @vesnavrdoljak Charles Simmonds: @charlessimmonds Raphaële Anfré: @raphaele_ele Sonia Laudet: @sonialaudet Mathilde Steullet: @mathilde_st Find us online:...

Blockchain, NFTs’, Cryptocurrency, Gaming & Art: How have these and the idea of ‘Play’ impacted our minds and the economy. Listen in to this interview with Jason Brink the CMO of Gala Games as he simplifies our understanding of Blockchain technologies and how it relates to our everyday life. References https://500px.com/p/crimsoncannonball Hashmask: https://opensea.io/assets/0xc2c747e0f7004f9e...

How can something like slime and Art create a feeling of release and inner joy? Listen to the heartwarming story of Brooklyn Museum Board member & art collector, Karen Robinovitz, as she tells us how she was moved to create a safe place for play by founding the Sloomoo Institute. References Www. Sloomooinstitute. Com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karenrobinovitz/ Find us online: Website:...

What are some of the most passionate things you feel uncomfortable talking about in public?   Listen in to this discussion with Phillippa Hughes as she discusses how she uses art to carefully sculpt meetings between people to discuss differences in a way that create a feeling of growth and exploration of ideas. References https://vimeo.com/26751721 https://vimeo.com/manage/26934060/ Ted X https://...

Art improves healthcare. How so? Listen in as Diane Brown tells us how she curates world renowned artist to improve patient care. References www.rxart.net Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rxart/ Ted Meyer's interview https://www.buzzsprout.com/844825/episodes/3706004 Find us online: Website: http://www.clss.studio Email: leah@leahsmithson.com channingsmithson@gmail.com Hang out with us on...

What does an independent art curator do? Listen to, Anais Camacho, a Miami native, as she tells us the origin story that moved her to fill a gap by producing art events & advocating for emerging artist. References Website www. FAMEworldwide.com www. FAMEmuseumofart.com Youtube www. Youtube.com/CuratedbyAnais Find us online: Website: http://www.clss.studio Email: leah@leahsmithson.com channings...

Did you know that your Inner Critic is a Jerk?  From speaking engagements at TED Ex & Pixar to writing children's books, listen in to this discussion with Danielle Krysa of The Jealous Curator to find out why. References New book HOW TO SPOT AN ARTIST - This Might Get Messy Podcast: ART FOR YOUR EAR (Season 5 started two weeks ago) Instagram: @thejealouscurator   @daniellekrysaart Find us...

What are the benefits of collecting art you love, and where can you find these treasures that inspire you day to day?   Tyrown Vincent owns  over 900 works of Art. Listen in on our conversation with him as he explains the adventure and pleasure of art collecting, as well as how anyone can start a collection.  References Website   https://www.a-private-collection.com/ Larry's List interview ht...