Women United ART PODCAST

In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of visual artist Ghia Haddad, hailing from the vibrant city of Dubai. Born in Beirut amidst the tumult of war and displacement, Ghia has emerged as a beacon of resilience, using her art to illuminate the narratives of underrepresented women and foster social change. Through her figurative artworks, Ghia intricately explores the complex tapestry...

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the world of art as a catalyst for social change, with a focus on the powerful work of Greta Chapin-McGill. With a keen eye for social justice and a passion for amplifying marginalized voices, Greta shares insights into her recent works, which center around the fundamental right to vote and the broader global issues it represents. Drawing from her e...

Welcome to Women United ART PODCAST! In today's episode, we're thrilled to introduce Monica Mills, who is not just a visual artist; she's a multifaceted individual whose creativity transcends traditional boundaries. As an activist, full-time educator, writer, and curator, Monica's work is deeply rooted in a holistic approach, drawing inspiration from her profound connection wit...

Welcome back to Season 3 of Women United ART PODCAST, where we celebrate the diverse voices and creative journeys of women artists from around the globe. Today, we have the pleasure of introducing a remarkable talent joining us from the serene landscapes of Bend, Oregon. Meet Michelle Schultz, a visionary visual artist whose brushstrokes breathe life into profound narratives. Michelle's artis...

Dive into another captivating episode of Season 3 of Women United ART PODCAST! Join us as we sit down with the talented Luísa Galatti, a dynamic Brazilian multidisciplinary artist and the Director of Creative Development at Et Alia Theater Company, who's currently living and working in the vibrant landscape of New York City. From acting and producing to directing and makeup artistry, Luísa we...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST, Season 3! Thank you all for listening to our episodes and your feedback on the show. Today, we are excited to introduce another creative woman, who will share tips and advice on launching an artistic career. Joining us from Washington, Seattle, is Anya Gudimova, an emerging artist who focuses on themes of femininty, intimacy and the exposure...

Another episode of Women United ART PODCAST is here. Thank you for tuning in and celebrating our inspiring guests with me. Today's guest is not only a visual artist but also a multi-six-figure marketing company director with years and years of experience in the field. Afton Brazzoni is a multi-passionate creative who knows her way around balancing art and business and is ready to share some v...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST! Today, Mona introduces Amy J. Dyck, a multipassionate visual artist whose work ranges from collages to oil paintings and sculpture, all strongly autobiographical in nature. Through her art, she strives to express something deeper in the human experience that can be observed by the eye and, in her own words, explores who we are after the bad t...

Another episode of Women United ART PODCAST is here and we are thrilled to introduce Dr. Eileen Timmins, an author, artist, professor, life and executive coach, labyrinth builder and corporate board member. She is the founder of Aingilin, a company that focuses on leadership, change and talent consulting and coaching. Join Mona and Eileen in their heartwarming conversation as they discuss light, c...

Welcome to the first episode of 2024! Grab a cup of coffee and dive into the fascinating world of Giorgia Valenti, an award-winning Italian actress and producer based in NYC and Italy. As the Co-artistic Director of Et Alia Theater, she takes us behind the scenes of running an all-female collective that champions multicultural, women-centered storytelling in the performing arts. The company brings...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST!  It’s my pleasure to introduce today’s guest, who has been at the forefront of Philadephia’s art and gallery scene, providing curatorial sources for individual collectors and businesses across the country. Kim Pepper is the founder of Avec Art Consulting, through which she connects with architects, developers, interior designers, art gallerie...

Welcome to a new episode of the Women United ART PODCAST! I am thrilled to introduce you to Dominika Stanczak, a multidisciplinary artist from Vienna, Austria, who describes herself as an indigo child, a spiritual nomad, and a free-spirited poetic soul. Dominika's art, writing and wisdom embody femininity, and she shares her journey to self-discovery and the empowerment she received from with...

Welcome to Women United ART PODCAST, Season 3! We are excited to introduce Jen Haefeli, an interartist, the owner of Wild Root Creations, and a passionate advocate and supporter of the development of literacy centers, sustainable education and agronomy-based programming in challenged environments. In today's episode, she shares her experiences of living in Haiti and supporting the local peopl...

Welcome to Season 3 of Women United ART PODCAST! Today's guest is an award-winning photographer, exhibiting artist, motivational speaker, volunteer soccer coach and a mother of six, Aly Elliott. Aly is a multi-passionate creative whose entire career is built to connect. Her work aims to connect the past to the present, the present to the future, and people to people. By tapping into the stori...

We are back after a short break with the final episode of Season 2! And we are excited to end this season with an information-packed interview with Tami Hasapopoulos, a nature enthusiast who finds joy in the natural beauty of the world around her, a wellness practitioner who guides women creatives towards leading a fulfilling and healthy lifestyle, and a magical human being striving to support her...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST! We are pleased to present a conversation with Ceili Seipke, Vermont-based visual artist and the founder of The Art Dames Society, a new art platform that celebrates women artists who radiate wisdom, experience, strength, and the beauty of ageing. In today's episode, we talk about Ceili's experiences with different careers, her comin...

A new episode is here! Mona had the pleasure of interviewing the 3rd place winner of the Women United ART PRIZE 2022 | Photography & Printmaking category, Grace Weston. Based in Portland, OR, Grace is best known for her narrative photography of imaginative, staged miniature scenes. Working in the genre of staged photography, Grace constructs, lights, and photographs miniature vignettes to addr...

We are back with another inspiring episode - today with Margot Dermody! Margot is a visual artist based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, known for her abstract paintings and glass and marble sculptures. Bringing together elements of the natural world with human emotion in painting, sculpture, and photography, her works span a wide range: from a neutral monochromatic palette to a more explicitly vivid...

Tune into the latest Women United ART PODCAST episode featuring two incredibly talented musicians, Emily Roberts & Novaa. We are beyond thrilled to bring you this episode because it's about women coming together, sharing love and support and advocating for justice. In 2023, Novaa and Emily Roberts released a song called Emily, dedicated to allyship, that addresses the topics of sexual vio...

Women United ART PODCAST is back with a fun interview featuring Volta Voloshin-Smith, the founder of Color Snack! Volta's mission to watercolor the world can be seen in the various projects such as brand activations , custom illustrations and animated GIFs that she creates for national and international brands (like Dallas Mavericks and Michaels Stores). She has taught thousands of students i...

We are excited to release a new episode featuring Leila Angelina Freiburg, a German figurative painter and visual storyteller whose paintings are rooted in personal and emotional stories, whether her own or borrowed. Law being her full-time career, Leila takes us through her journey of self-discovery and acceptance of multiple passions in life as the experience of being a mother renewed the urge t...

New episode is out! Tune in as Mona interviews Kim Hopson, a multidisciplinary artist from Brooklyn, NY, who explores themes of physical limitation, otherness, and ableist bias in society through her work. Experiencing life with a disability has given Kim a unique viewpoint that is reflected in her paintings, drawings and collages. She focuses on the body’s relationship to the world, both physical...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST! Today, Mona interviews Molly F. McCraken, a Virginia-based artist and the 1st place winner of Women United ART PRIZE 2022, who works in mixed media collage, assemblage and acrylic painting. Often the sentiments expressed in her work refer to current events (especially racial justice, colonialism and women’s issues),  the natural world (especi...

Welcome to another episode of Women United ART PODCAST! This one requires a notebook and a cup of coffee because it's loaded with information and advice from the phenomenal Tam Gryn! Tam Gryn is an art curator and author of "How to Create and Sell NFTs, A Guide For All Artists", who specializes in the intersection between art and other industries, new creative economies, crypto for...

Join Mona, the host of Women United ART PODCAST, as she interviews Kiki Klimt, a researcher of life, professional artist, and pro-dean at Arthouse College for Drawing and Painting in Ljubljana, Slovenia. In this episode, Kiki takes us through her artistic journey from her early days as an art student to rediscovering the tradition of old masters and searching for answers in mythology, ancient spir...