The Seed Cast

The Seed Cast

Join musician Andrew Nault and painter Julia Luft each week for talks with artists both emerging and established. The Seed Cast explores and embraces all corners of art, the process behind it, and those who create it. Tune in every Thursday to join the conversation, follow us on instagram @theseedcast to stay updated, and shoot us an email at casttheseed@gmail.com to say hello. You don’t have to make art to enjoy it.

  1. 16/07/2021

    Episode 030 - Krista Perry

    We are BACK and we are delighted to chat with artist and illustrator Krista Perry. Currently based in Massachusetts, Krista loves making art that is steeped in humor, bright colors, and vintage nostalgia. Her sarcastic and fun-loving style is not only apparent in her work, but also the clients she attracts, including, but not limited to, Nickelodeon, Red Cap Cards, and Jameson Whiskey. In this episode, Krista touches on her sketchbooking and idea generating process, the power of nostalgia, how growing up a misfit contributes to her work and ethic, and the unwavering motivation of mortality. Check out her work at https://www.kristaperry.com/ and follower her on instagram @kristerpelly. Krista’s Artist picks: Brian Blomerth, Lacey Micallef, and Bijou Karman

    1hr 39min

  2. 27/05/2021

    Highlight Reel #1

    Hey all! Thanks so much for sticking with us for 30 weeks! Holy shit! We’re taking the month of June off to do some housekeeping, but for the time being we wanted to thank everyone that has been a part of this, guests and listeners alike. As a thank you and celebration, we put together a little sampler / highlight reel of some truly inspirational and fantastic insights our guests have blessed us with through the first 29 episodes. If this is your first time hearing of us, maybe this is a good episode to start with and try on for size! All of the clips and the respective episodes we mined them from are below. Cheers! See you all in a month! Episode 001 Abe Dubin @ 5:11 Episode 003 Heather Mcgrath @ 5:50 Episode 009 Phil Jamieson @ 6:46 Episode 010 Dom Civiello @ 7:51 Episode 014 Brendan Landis @ 10:10 Episode 016 Celia Woodsmith @ 10:49 Episode 017 Kinesha Goldson @ 11:50 Episode 018 Andrew Benincasa @ 13:19 Episode 020 Ari Sadowitz @ 14:00 Episode 029 Hannah Medeiros @ 14:42 Episode 021 Zach Comtois @ 15:42 Episode 022 Rick Maguire @ 16:34 Episode 023 Ben Baker @ 17:05

    19 min

  3. 20/05/2021

    Episode 029 - Hannah Medeiros aka "Sad Girl Tattoos"

    The Seedcast was lucky enough to catch up with tattooer and painter Hannah Medeiros. Currently working out of Torchbearer Tattoo in Providence, RI, Hannah does primarily black and grey work with a darker mood and undertone, living up to her moniker, “Sad Girl Tattoos.” This MassArt grad has been featured in various magazines, traveled for guest tattoo spots, and is highly coveted by a vast and loyal client base. In this episode we discuss how she developed her style and grew the demand around it. Hannah talks about the emotional strain that comes with the permanence of the medium, trading autopilot productivity for a more mindful, self-aware mode of working, and leaning into your sad moods and making them work for you. Follow Hannah and stay up to date on instagram @sadgirl_tattoos. Hannah’s Artist Picks: Elize Nazelie of Brilliance Tattoo, Emma Ruth Rundle, Roberto Ferri

    1hr 8min

  4. 13/05/2021

    Episode 028 - Jasper Herr

    This week on The Seed Cast we chat with bladesmith and blacksmith Jasper Herr. Jasper started his journey with forging classes and workshops that created a humble fascination. Frustrated by the difficulty of the medium, he quickly became engrossed with what it takes to master it. Over the past few years Jasper has built his business around blades and metal work that are equal parts utilitarian and artisan. In this episode, Jasper walks us through the technical aspects of manipulating metal and the importance of cultivating relationships to both handmade objects and their makers. Peep more of Jasper’s work at https://www.jasperherrironworks.com/ and follow him on instagram @jasper_herr_ironworks. Jasper’s Artist picks of the week: Brenden Bohannon of Yallhalla Forge, Colin Ingalls, and Jamar Woods

    45 min

  5. 06/05/2021

    Episode 027 - Jeri Evan

    This week we are hanging out with Jeri Evan, illustrator and in-house designer at Brainfeeder Records. Currently based in Boston, Jeri is designing for artists like Flying Lotus and Thundercat with more under wraps, but soon to come via Brainfeeder and Adult Swim. In this episode Jeri sheds light on her early start as a fashion model and how it shaped her path to follow. We also dive into her unique image-making process, the remaining magic instagram has for artists, and the joys of making a creative mess. You can see more of her work at https://www.jerievan.com/ and follow her on instagram @jerievan Jeri’s artist picks: Flying Lotus, Thundercat, Brainfeeder Records

    44 min

  6. 29/04/2021

    Episode 26 - Ben Cosgrove

    This week we sat down with musician Ben Cosgrove. Based in Northampton, MA, Ben explores concepts of landscape, geography, and environment between the poles of folk and classical piano. He has attended numerous artist residencies including Acadia National Park, Schmidt Ocean Institute, and the White Mountain National Forest to name a few. In this episode, Ben sheds light on his choice not to attend music college, how landscapes inform his process, his personal definition and modifications of success, and how performing under his real name keeps him honest. Shortly after recording this episode, Ben released his latest effort, The Trouble with Wilderness. Be sure to grab a copy and stay current at https://www.bencosgrove.com/. and stay current on instagram @bencosgrovemusic. Ben’s Artist picks: David Shannon-Lier, Allison Cekala, and Max Garcia Conover

    59 min

  7. 22/04/2021

    Episode 025 - Zach Kremer aka "Qwynto"

    Denver, CO based illustrator and muralist Zach Kremer aka Qwynto sat down for a chat with us this week. Zach has participated in multiple mural festivals and has put his work on walls across Memphis, TN; Fort Worth, TX; and Denver, CO. In this episode, Zach shares his early start with drawing and how he later adapted it to paint, how to steal like an artist, how the training wheels in art school were greatly helpful, and how he navigates a job without a guidebook. Check out his work at https://www.qwynto.com/ and follow him on instagram @qwynto. Zach’s Artist picks: Matthew Velvet, Aryz, and Sainer

    54 min

  8. 15/04/2021

    Episode 024 - Emily Herr

    This week we were lucky enough to catch muralist Emily Yosway Herr. Based in Richmond, VA Emily has been designing and painting murals for 9 years and counting. She is very passionate about color, design, and stories tailored to fit the spaces they inhabit. Her efforts have been awarded with numerous grants, scholarships, and invitations to street art festivals and public art events. Emily gave us an inside look on the development of her expertise and what lies in store for her in the future. In this episode we discuss running to instead of running from; the balance between innovating how you work and having predictable, hireable work; and how she lets space, environment, and community inform her work. You can stay up to date on Emily’s happenings at https://www.herrsuite.com/ and follow her on instagram @herrsuite. Emily’s Artist picks: Jasper Herr, Moonie Day, and Hamilton Glass of The Mending Walls Project

    1hr 37min
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Join musician Andrew Nault and painter Julia Luft each week for talks with artists both emerging and established. The Seed Cast explores and embraces all corners of art, the process behind it, and those who create it. Tune in every Thursday to join the conversation, follow us on instagram @theseedcast to stay updated, and shoot us an email at casttheseed@gmail.com to say hello. You don’t have to make art to enjoy it.

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  • Creator
    The Seed Cast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Explicit
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