Kaupapa Podcasts: Recent Episodes
OHANGA
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where artists can grow and share their passions undeterred, and where communities can celebrate the arts and champion the creatives around them.
Kaupapa Podcasts bring to you every local artist as a celebrity. For more information, visit us at www.ohanga.com
In this episode, Caroline interviews Lorraine Hynes about her oil paintings. They discuss Lorraine's start in the decorative arts, her love for painting antique items, and the love for color.
In this episode, Ashton interviews Diane Tierney about her jewelry designs. They discuss Diane's use of sea glass in her jewelry designs as well as her varied background in making and creating.
In this episode, Julia interviews Candle Maker Felicia Araujo about her sustainably made candles.
In this episode, Julia interviews Jewelry artist Joanna Craig about her polymer clay jewelry and accessories, love of nature, and the challenges of a small business
In this episode, Caroline interviews Audrey and Carolyn about their brand Urbandudz. They discuss how their textiles contain social messages and their goal of inspiring humanity.
In this episode, Julia interviews Ceramicist Wendy Goldsmith about her functional ceramics, bird watching and her artistic journey of 30 years.
In this episode, Justin interviews painter, potter, and textile artist Christine Herron about her path to art growing up, her experiences at RISD, and running a buisness. She now teaches classes at South County Art Association, while continuing to dabble in a plethora of other artistic mediums.
In this episode, Caroline interviews Bill and Lisa Isaksen, who own and operate Right Angle Woodshop in Rhode Island. Some things they discuss are how they began their small business, Bill's longtime interest in woodcrafting, and Lisa's appreciation for the maker community.
In this episode, Justin interviews Rhode Island artist Lil DePietro. They discuss her experience with jewelery and her expertise with the Viking knit.
In this episode, Justin interviews Rhode Island artist Brijette Marie. They discuss her journey with jewerly and metalsmithing.
In this episode, Justin interviews artist Reggie Linsao. They discuss his journey with photography and his creative process.
In this episode, Caroline interviews artist Michael Pekala. They discuss his upholstery fabric paintings and how they came about, as well as Michael's journey through a variety of other visual art styles.
In this episode, Caroline interviews foraged artist Rebecca Reddy. They discuss Rebecca's use of botanical and natural materials to create artistic scenes and her natural light photography of her work.
In this episode, Caroline interviews visual artist Occipital. They discuss Occipital's use of body language and emotion, the origins of Occipital's art style, and the themes in Occipital's work.
In this episode, Caroline interviews photographer Terry Lee Cafferty. They discuss her work in natural light photography of children and families. Terry shares how her lifelong dream of becoming a greeting card designer came true in 2020.
In this episode, Sofia interviews Catherine Greatorex about her artistic background and journey and what led her to begin creating her earrings today.
In this episode, Caroline interviews Christine Cameron about her unexpected journey to indie yarn dyeing. She talks about how she sources her yarns and how her job as a scientist influences her art.
In this episode, Caroline interviews David Bird about his creative process of making and photographing Becorns. He describes the challenges of photographing with real animals and how childhood wonder inspires his art.
In this episode, Caroline talks with Pam Sammartino about her acrylic painting, her artistic background, and where she gets inspiration.
In this episode, Sofia talks with photographer Armin Kosoki about his artistic journey to becoming a photographer.
In this episode, Caroline talks with Rhode Island jewelry designer Marilyn Salvatore about her love of metalsmithing and the joy of creating. Marilyn discusses her training in theatrical costume design, her artistic childhood, and the human need for creative expression.
In this episode, Aya interviews Tracey about her love of photography, New England, and vintage finds. She discusses how she became known for bicycles and how she often creates with smaller momento pieces.
In this episode, Sofia interviews Marcella about her story and work as an equestrian designer and her company, Forza-Cavallo.
In this episode, Caroline interviews Rina Shah. They discuss how creativity comes from many sources and the risks that come with striking out on your own.
In this episode, Rhode Island photographer and graphic designer Regina Hogan talks about her creative journey combining commercial art and fine art and her work with digital illustration. She shares who inspired her artistic pursuit, her love for symmetrical scenes, and a touching story about a human connection made through her art.
In this episode, Rhode Island jewelry designer Kat Myers talks about how her friends inspired her craft. Kat shares the obstacles she has faced in pursuit of art and embracing the struggling artist stereotype.
Jewelry Designer Peshah Galen discusses her pursuit of making jewelry and the creation of her business: 12:13 Jewelry.
In this episode, Rhode Island painter Michael Garr talks about pursuing art, including pen-and-ink drawing, water color, and oil painting, since childhood despite time restraints caused by a PhD, family, a fulltime job, and more.
In this episode, Jill interviews Peter Mack. They discuss Peter's career, Conneticut, and the quality allows people to make it in the arts: not giving up.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Mary Beth. They discuss Mary Beth's love of the ocean and the legend of "mermaid tears" that inspired Mermaid Tears by MB.
In this episode, Aya interviews Colleen Spofford. They discuss Colleen's move from retail to pursuing art full time in retirement and how handmade art is irreplacable.
In this episode, Tatum interviews Jennifer Martirano. Jennifer talks about her photography and paintings and looking at the world for inspiration to create.
In this episode, Jill interviews Boyd Totin. They discuss teaching and the draw of being a multidisciplinary artist.
In this episode, Aya interviews Sharon D. Eisman. They talk about Sharon's eclectic art style, calligraphy, and mixed media art.
In this episode, Bella interviews Rebecca Roberts. They discuss Becky's time working as a secretary and her gut feeling that it is the right time to pursue art full time.
In this episode, Bella interviews Ozlem Aksoy. Ozlem talks about her photography and paintings.
In this episode, Nick interviews Elinor Thompson about her career as a teacher and the types of art she is pursuing in retirement.
In this episode, Aya interviews Lori Jeremiah. Lori talks about her pastel and watercolor artwork and how the changing beauty of nature inspires her creativity.
In this episode, Jill interviews Cindy. Cindy tells us about her interest in color, line, pattern, and atmosphere.
In this episode, Bella interviews Meagan Silk. Meagan talks about how she started painting with watercolor after leaving the restaurant industry in NYC.
In this episode, Jill interviews Lindsey Epstein. Lindsey talks about her three loves: art, horses, and gardening as well as how putting yourself out there is an important part of being an artist.
In this episode, we interview Jillian Kelshaw. Jillian is a pop portrait artist from Rhode Island. . .
In this episode, we interview Ohanga Featured Creative: Michele Armitano. Michele is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Jill interviews Ohanga featured artist: Robert Chas. Robert is a watercolorist based in Matunuck, RI. Robert's web site is Robert Chase Gallery. With Robert's own words "Watercolor painting to me is a beautiful way to capture people and places at a particular place in time and being able to share it with others. My interest is in painting people and places doing everyday things; swimming, boating, fishing, wildlife habitats with a “paintbrush of color”! If I can make one person smile and feel that living here in southern New England is a blessing….for everywhere I look there are wonderful sights to see and paint…then my art holds meaning."
In this episode, Aya interviews Ohanga featured artist: Jeannie Folk. Jeannie wears many hats: accountant, professor, writer, coach, etc. Jeannie is a also mixed media artist. Her seashell wreath is stunning and fit for all seasons in your house. Jeannie lives in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Jill interviews Scott Simmons. Scott is a Rhode Island artist and author.
In this episode, Tatum interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Sema Gurerk. Sema is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, we interview Ohanga Featured Creative: Kelly Jarvis. Kelly is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Nicks interviews Jenn Pipe. Jenn tells us about her mission-based art classes for girls, Self Esteem Through Art. Her studio is combination of community and creativity to create artful introspection.
In this episode, we interview Deanne Leah Hall from Hickory Dickory Dots. Deanne paints stones found on beach-combing excursions along New England shorelines. Hickory Dickory Dots, Newport.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Carrie Kan. Carrie is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island handcrafting travel momentos and unearthing gemstones.
In this episode, Bella interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Jennifer LaRosa. Jennifer is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Bella interviews Richard Abarno. Richard is a sculpture creating 3d painted mixed media art made with wire, paper, wood, paper clay and other assorted materials.
In this episode, Tatum interviews Liz Helwig. Liz is a Rhode Island based artist. She focuses on using stained glass and mosaic to create one-of-a-kind art work. She is the owner of Nantucket Mosaic.
In this episode, Tatum interview Erica & Jeannette from Slay Natural Body. The duo talk about their artist backgrounds, Slay Natural Body skincare products, and more. Don't delay, experience the slay!
In this episode, Maggie interview Ohanga Featured Creative: Jennifer Field. Jenifer makes handmade Eco Friendly Personal accessories, housewares, décor, and gifts from vintage and upcycled fabrics handmade from Newport, RI.Fruition was born of my passion to design and sew useful products for everyday life from my recycled and vintage acquisitions. Each piece is a personal labor of love and most products are one of a kind.
In this episode, we interview Ohanga Featured Artist:Shawn Boyle. Shawn is a photographer based in Cranston, Rhode Island. Shawn shares with us many amazing fine art photographs of Rhode Island and beyond.
In this episode, Nick interviews Ohanga Featured Artist: Andrea Lee Mason. Andrea is a self-taught astrologer, musician, practicing yogi, and resin artist.
In this episode, Nick interviews Kate Goodson. Kate is a beer candle and planter maker in Rhode Island. She is the owner of in the Pursuit of Hoppiness.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Beck Schlip. Beck is a jewelry designer from Rhode Island creating music inspired jewelry from up-cycled strings and guitar picks.
In this episode, Aya interviews Ohanga Featured Artist: Didem Kokturk. Didem is a fine art oil painter based in Rhode Island. She is specialized in painting wildlife, landscape and seascape. She obtained her Bachelors of Science degree from Seton Hall University and her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry. After almost two decades in successful clinical practice she began to slowly explore visual arts more purposefully, eventually falling in love with the medium of oil painting. In 2017 she took a leap of faith and left her practice in order to study and spend more time painting.
In this episode, Franny interviews Lynne Damiano. Lynne is a photographer based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Julie. Julie is a fiber artist and textile designer and maker based in Rhode Island. She uses Japanese shibori and eco printing techniques to create beautiful apparel and textiles.
In this episode, Bella interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Violet Drury. Violet is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island. Incorporating the easy going vibe of the west coast, where she lived for 28 years, with the classic style of New England, where she was born and currently resides, Violet designs and creates feminine, modern jewelry which combines beautiful gemstones and lustrous freshwater pearls with precious metals.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Ohanga Featured Creative: Laurie Heyden. Laurie is a jewelry designer. She is also a write and author of the book: Peace By The Sea.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Judy Adourian. Judy is a Rhode Island based sewist. She creates beautiful quilts!
In this episode, Maggie interviews Deb Terilli. Deb is a jewelry designer and maker based in Rhode Island. All her jewelries, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings are all handmade. In the case of the sterling silver, it is made from silver sheet , handmade, oxidized and then polished.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Alice. Ohanga featured artist: Alice Benvie Gebhart. Alice is a Rhode Island based kilnformed glass artist and teacher. Alice owns Heritage Gift & Glass Studio.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Suzanne Noonan. Suzanne is an artist located in Rhode Island. She is specialized in Textile & Embroidery Fine Art. She also make beautiful (and useful & lasting) hand painted floor cloth, and wood types. Her wood collage was used in the Mad Men Show office decorations.
In this episode, Tatum interviews Geralyn Socha. Geralyn is an Ohanga featured artist: a creator of origami florals, decor and gifts based in Rhode Island. Please checkout the beautiful wedding decors and gifts made using paper!
In this episode, Bella interviews Cat Smith. Cat is a painter and illustrator specializing in wild life art based in Rhode Island. She is a graduate from the Rhode Island Art of Design (RISD).
In this episode, Maggie interviews Kristen Bellotti. Kristen is a textile product designer based in Rhode Island. You can find her beautiful scarfs, tote bags and mote in Ohanga online and Ohanga Newport.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Margaret Ferraro. Margaret is an acrylic and oil painter in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Kate Marr. Kate is owner of Awear. Kate is an apparel designer and maker focused on reworked upcycled clothing. Follow Kate on TikTok!
In this episode, Maggie interviews Taylor Trinque. Taylor is a watercolor artist in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Ryan O'Keefe. Ryan is a leather maker. He is also owner of Mack & Hound.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Michelle Solis. Michelle is a fiber artist in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Christy Casey. Christy is a candle & soap maker in Rhode Island. She is the owner of Bar & Jar.
In this episode, Tatum interviews Julie Andoscia. Julie is a jewelry designer based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Franny interviews Kayla. Kayla is an apparel designer based in Rhode Island. She is also the owner of "Ivy and Kay Creations".
In this episode, Maggie is interviewing Anita. Anita is a Nature Photographer based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Franny interviews Christine! Christine is fuse glass artist based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Josh Edenbaum. Josh is a Rhode Island based photographer.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Kelly Allen-Kujawski. Kelly is a book binder, collector, restorer based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Cheryl Colarusso. Cheryl creates beautiful seashell and resin wall art. She is based in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Peter. Peter is a bird photographer in Rhode Island.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Lisa Merola. Lisa is a candlemaker from Smithfield, Rhode Island bringing a sense of tranquility for any type of mood.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Madison Leigh. Madison is an aromatherapist in Rhode Island. She is the owner of 42020visionaries.
In this episode, Maggie interviews Wendy Rodger. Wendy is a Rhode Island functional artist. She focuses on making beautiful home decor and serving dishes out of sea shells.
Karen Giarrusso is a mosaics and mixed media artist based in Rhode Island. In this episode, Maggie to talking Karen about her pursue of art.
I am Alana Almonte- owner of Anchored Soul. In a nutshell, I'm an intuitive artist, Reiki Master/Teacher and IET practitioner. I create mixed media and sculpture art that is made from hand-picked shells, driftwood, sea glass, rocks (and more), which I infuse with Reiki Energy.
In this episode, Tatum will be talking to Eileen Korney. Eileen is a painter and graphic designer based in Newport, Rhode Island. Eileen also creates many beautiful greeting cards with her original art.
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Season 1 Episode 28
Podcasts from Rhode Island local artists.
For more information on Jenn and Brian’s work as laser-etch artists, visit KL Studio's page.
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Season 1 Episode 27
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Season 1 Episode 26
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Season 1 Episode 25
Podcasts from Rhode Island local artists.
For more information on Michelle Phaneuf’s work as a ceramicist, visit Michelle's page
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Season 1 Episode 24
Podcasts from local photographers and Rhode Island artists.
For more information on Rhode Island photographer Ross McLendon, visit Ross's page.
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Season 1 Episode 23
Podcasts from local photographers and Rhode Island artists.
For more information on Rhode Island photographer Kingshuk Bose, visit Kingshuk's page.
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Season 1 Episode 22
Podcasts from Rhode Island local artists.
For more information on Trisha’s work as a candlemaker, visit Trisha's story
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Season 1 Episode 21
Podcasts from Rhode Island local artists.
For more information on Lauren’s work as an illustrator and oil painter, visit Lauren's page
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Season 1 Episode 20
Podcasts from Rhode Island artists and local jewelers.
For more information on Milli’s work as Rhode Island Jeweler, visit Milli's page