Southcoast Artists Index

The Southcoast Artists Index
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The Artists Index podcasts offer up close and personal conversations with the makers, performers, supporters and cultural impresarios of this remarkable creative community. Join us as we speak with and listen to the creative community's living visual, performing and literary artists. We will also feature those seeking information on and, sharing what they have discovered about the Artists who have passed on that were a part of the creative community's creative fabric in days gone by. The Artists Index is putting Artists in their place – in history!

  1. May 28

    Podcast Episode 232: JUDITH KLEIN

    Welcome, artist, gallerist, and educator, Judith Klein. This is her second podcast with us. Judith was our guest on Podcast Episode: 22.  Judith attended an art high school in Tel Aviv and later attended the Art Teachers College. Upon graduation, she attended the advanced program at the Avni Institute of Fine Arts in Tel Aviv. In the years following, she taught Fine Art in the Israeli Public School system and began exhibiting her artwork at a leading Tel Aviv art gallery. Judith later moved to Milan, Italy, where she continued her art education and career at the Brera Academy (Academia Brera de Belle Arte). She emigrated to the United States with her husband, Andrei. For the last 17 years, she owned and operated The Judith Klein Art Gallery in several locations throughout New Bedford, Massachusetts. Throughout those years, she embraced the opportunity to curate dozens of themed art exhibits, which supported local and regional artists. Her prints and paintings have been widely exhibited throughout Southeastern New England and abroad. Judith continues to offer art instruction and accept commissions. Judith spoke with The Artists Index's cofounder, documentarian, and now occasional podcast host, Ron Fortier, recently about his passion, his practice, and his journey as an artist. This episode was recorded at our recording studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Judith Klein Judith Klein Art Gallery & Studio 10 Merrymount Drive North Dartmouth, MA 02747 Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Other We're not asking for you to finance a nonprofit. Instead, we are asking for your support to fund a legacy. Our mission is to preserve and document the lives and legacies of all South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    59 min

  2. May 19

    Podcast Episode 231: LYNN BAILEY WITTY

    Welcome, educator and artist, Lynn Bailey Witty. She has worked as a preschool teacher in private schools, teaching older students in art, specifically, as well as storytelling and scriptwriting. A New Bedford resident, she has worked as a professional actor in television commercials and jingles for years. Lynn is a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA). She was also a professional worship leader for multiple churches for twenty-seven years. Lynn Bailey Witty is a singer-songwriter and a member of BMI. She has published three of her own albums and has sung on other artists' albums. Lynn has performed on national television and radio and has been interviewed on radio stations. She put together her own performance venues and gatherings for art and music. Lynn Bailey Witty has also enjoyed performing in coffee houses, pubs, and intimate venues.  She was a special guest artist at both Carnegie Hall and Symphony Hall - Boston. Lynn is also a painter. Her work has been sold in art shows and featured in small galleries as well. Lynn Bailey Witty spoke with The Artists Index's Development Director and newest podcast host, Max Wickemeyer, recently about her beginnings, passion, artistic practices, and her journey as an artist. This episode was recorded at our recording studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Lynn Bailey Witty New Bedford, Massachusetts 02744   Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Bandcamp | Other     Please consider donating whatever you can to help support our mission to continue documenting the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    1h 1m

  3. May 12

    Jazz Series Episode 9: LIONEL F. SOARES

    In Episode Nine, Jazz Podcast Host Dave Reis speaks with Carol Louro, daughter of the legendary clarinetist/saxophonist Lionel Soares, about her father's talent, passion, and dedication. Lionel performed professionally for six decades and was also the proprietor of Dartmouth Music. He studied at The New England Conservatory, Boston Conservatory, Berklee College of Music, and Southeastern Massachusetts University. He studied clarinet with Victor Polachek and Attilio Poto, both members of the Boston Symphony. He studied Theory with Jose DaCosta and studied composition with Hugo Norden and Ron Nelson. As a saxophonist/clarinetist, he worked with the bands of Tommy Reynolds, Al Donahue, Jack Nye, Florian ZaBach, and Mickey Sullivan, among others. Lionel also performed throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. The Artist Index's jazz documentarian and Jazz Podcast Series host, Dave Reis, spent nearly 26 years as a Jazz radio show host, among his many other accomplishments. He was one of the original longtime DJs who worked at the former WUSM and its second life, radio station WUMD, 89.3 FM, on the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus. Dave Reis, AKA David Domingo Reis, began as our guest on In-Focus Podcast 154 and In-Focus Podcast 181. He returns once again as the host of our first-ever ten-part jazz podcast series underwritten by the Fiber Optic Center. There is no better host for this series than Dave Reis, a walking, talking jazz encyclopedia and local legend himself. Dave grew up surrounded by and hanging with many of the jazz greats. He will be presenting his ten-part Jazz Podcast Series, underwritten by the Fiber Optic Center. Podcasts are also available on your favorite media app, including Amazon Music / iHeart Radio / Libsyn / Podcast Page / Spotify / WebPlayer, and APPLE PODCASTS Please consider donating whatever you can to help and support our mission to continue documenting the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    1h 16m

  4. Apr 28

    The Lost Artists of Fairhaven - Introductory Podcast Episode 1: Autumn Liv Cyr

    Welcome, Autumn Liv Cyr, the new podcast host of The Lost Artists of Fairhaven. She is undertaking a new direction in our podcast programming. Autumn will be primarily focused on inviting our listeners to contribute any information they may have about any of the artists on her long, constantly growing list of Visual, Performing, and literary artists who were born, lived, or worked in the historical seacoast town of Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Autumn is a Fine Artist, Graphic Designer, Writer, and Musician, born and raised in the South Coast – Fairhaven specifically. She is also a multidisciplinary visual artist, writer, and musician now living in New Bedford, MA, with over 10 years of professional experience. Autumn enjoys using various media. Her ten-episode series will create a platform for listeners to submit anecdotes, information, and images to help her document the lives and legacies of Fairhaven-connected artists in particular, who have been overlooked, uncelebrated, or forgotten, to ensure they will be known to the next generations. Autumn spoke with The Artists Index co-founder, documentarian, and podcast host, Ron Fortier. They discussed how important it is to preserve the history of Fairhaven artists for future generations. This episode was recorded at our studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Autumn Liv Cyr New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740   Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Soundcloud |   PODCASTS ALSO AVAILABLE ON: YouTube READ AUTUMN'S DANDELION MAGAZINE ARTICLE!   AND WHILE YOU'RE HERE: Please consider donating whatever you can to ensure that our mission continues as we document the legacies of South Coast Artists. DONATE SPONSOR UNDERWRITE VOLUNTEER If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    54 min

  5. Apr 14

    Gallery X Series Episode 8: Mary Rapoza

    In Episode Eight, our Gallery X Documentation Project podcast host Sean FitzGerald speaks with Mary S. Rapoza, who has been the Director of the New Bedford Parks, Recreation & Beaches Department since 2013. Mary has a great love of public spaces and engaging children and adults in the great outdoors for health, recreation, and community connection. Her commitment to improving the quality of life for all New Bedford residents through the development of city-wide recreational opportunities and beautiful, safe, and resilient open spaces is reflected in the new park construction and park rehabilitations that have occurred during her tenure as the Director of the Parks Department. Mary's experience as a Landscape Designer and environmental educator brings a rich background to her position as Director. She received a Graduate Certificate in Landscape Design from the Landscape Institute at Harvard University. As a professional. Mary also worked as an environmental educator at the Children's Museum in Dartmouth and the Buzzards Bay Coalition. Mary has a B.S. in Biology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Mary S. Rapoza is the sister of John and Joe Rapoza (The Dancing Dogs) and Liz Rapoza, who joined her in the podcast. The Rapoza family, a dynasty of sorts, was and continues to be an important part of the evolution of Gallery X. Listen in to hear why! About Gallery X The gallery was founded in 1990 and is a contemporary, cooperative art gallery of visual, performing, and literary artist members and volunteers. Gallery X has served as an incubator for emerging artists and is a venue for established artists. It is a platform for local artists, performers, and creatives of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds to showcase their talents as an integral part of the South Coast's community. This eight-episode podcast series supports and documents the overall project and provides historical and background information about the gallery and the progress made to date. The Gallery X Documentation Project will reach out to listeners and anyone seeking information about historical or contemporary artists from the South Coast's creative community. The Artists Index offers listeners up-close and personal conversations with the artists, supporters, and cultural impresarios of South Coast's creative community. Listen to the artists talk about their work, backgrounds, passions, dreams, and accomplishments.  Also featured are those who work in or manage the creative community's economy, promotion, and cultural agenda. Please consider donating to, sponsoring, or underwriting our podcasts and programs. This and other podcasts are available on The Artists Index and your favorite media app, including Amazon Music / iHeart Radio / Libsyn / Podcast Page / Spotify / WebPlayer / APPLE PODCASTS   About Gallery X The gallery was founded in 1990 and is a contemporary, cooperative art gallery of visual, performing, and literary artist members and volunteers. Gallery X has served as an incubator for emerging artists and is a venue for established artists. It is a platform for local artists, performers, and creatives of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds to showcase their talents as an integral part of the South Coast's community. This eight-episode podcast series supports and documents the overall project and provides historical and background information about the gallery and the progress made to date. The Gallery X Documentation Project will reach out to listeners and anyone seeking information about historical or contemporary artists from the South Coast's creative community. The Artists Index offers listeners up-close and personal conversations with the artists, supporters, and cultural impresarios of South Coast's creative community. Listen to the artists talk about their work, backgrounds, passions, dreams, and accomplishments.  Also featured are those who work in or manage the creative community's economy, promotion, and cultural agenda. Please consider donating to, sponsoring, or underwriting our podcasts and programs. This and other podcasts are available on The Artists Index and your favorite media app, including Amazon Music / iHeart Radio / Libsyn / Podcast Page / Spotify / WebPlayer / APPLE PODCASTS

    35 min

  6. Apr 6

    Podcast Episode 229: MIDORI EVANS

    Welcome, Midori Evans, founder of Midori Creativity. She understands how creatives think. Through workshops, coaching, and community projects, Midori follows an inner vision to make spaces for exploring creativity, connection, and meaningful life choices. Midori Evans is a powerful public speaker and certified creativity coach. She offers workshops on the creative process and the internal thinking that can create creative blocks. She is also the founder of Write with Community, Inc., which cultivates and promotes the literary arts of the SouthCoast (MA and RI). Midori has coordinated, contributed to, and published two local anthologies, The Landscape About Us and Waterscapes, featuring thirty South Coast MA photographers and writers. In addition to the anthologies, she has articles in The Creativity Workbook for Coaches and Creatives; Transformational Journaling for Coaches, Therapists, and Clients; The Great Book of Journaling, and The Coach's Guide to Completing Creative Work. View her photography at cedarlightimages.com. Midori spoke with The Artists Index co-founder, documentarian, and podcast host, Ron Fortier. They discussed her love of the arts, writing, heritage, and life. This episode was recorded with Zoom. We also record our podcasts at our studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Midori Evans Westport, Massachusetts 02790   Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Other |   PODCASTS ALSO AVAILABLE ON: YouTube WHILE YOU'RE HERE: Please consider donating whatever you can to ensure that our mission continues as we document the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    57 min

  7. Apr 3

    Podcast Episode 230: CEDRIC 'VISE1' DOUGLAS

    Welcome, Cedric Earle Douglas, also known as Vise1. He is a street artist among his many other credentials. Cedric was born in Boston. He received his BFA in Graphic Design from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design Mass Art. His first experience with public art was writing his name creatively on abandoned spaces. Cedric is also the founder and Creative Director of The Up Truck, a creative art lab that is designed to engage underserved Boston communities. Cedric Douglas is widely recognized for his large-scale murals and portraits and is highly regarded by a broad range of audiences. His public art project, Street Memorials, takes a hard look at racial injustice and its deadly impact on the black community. The People's Memorial project requires viewers to "rethink the future of memorials and monuments." Cedric Douglas spoke with The Artists Index's cofounder, documentarian, and now occasional podcast host, Ron Fortier, recently about his passion, his practice, and his journey as an artist. This episode was recorded at our recording studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Cedric Douglas New Bedford, Massachusetts 02780 Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Other   Please consider donating whatever you can to help and support us in our mission to continue documenting the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    1 hr

  8. Mar 10

    Podcast Episode 228: TYLER KINGSLAND

    Welcome, musician Tyler Kingsland, a multi-instrumentalist and music instructor from Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Currently, he teaches public school in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, and occasionally he also teaches privately. Tyler's priority is to enjoy both his family and his teaching job.  He continues to do so while happily playing professionally when life allows. Scott Bishop spoke with Tyler, who shared his story as a musician and so much more.   Recording Projects: Vessel - Rum Ham (Guitar/Vocal, Composition, Engineering) The Writing is on the Wall - Rum Ham (Guitar, Composition) You Can't Stay Here - Jive Slippers (tenor sax, Composition) Live at Umass Lowell rm #114 How to Feel Ticklebomb Orchestra (Bass Guitar) live at Ralph's Diner Blue Rondo a la Turk - (Bass) by Dave Brubeck A Moment - Pathos (All instruments and Vocals, composition) Dreams (Pandemic-soundalike project) - (Guitar, Bass, Percussion, Keys, background vocal, engineering [dayna kingsland lead vocal]) Don't Cry - Pathos (Guitar, Vocal, Composition)   Tyler Kingsland Somerset, Massachusetts 02726   Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Hive Smasher | Band Camp   PODCASTS ALSO AVAILABLE ON: YouTube WHILE YOU'RE HERE: Please consider donating whatever you can to ensure that our mission continues as we document the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!

    56 min
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The Artists Index podcasts offer up close and personal conversations with the makers, performers, supporters and cultural impresarios of this remarkable creative community. Join us as we speak with and listen to the creative community's living visual, performing and literary artists. We will also feature those seeking information on and, sharing what they have discovered about the Artists who have passed on that were a part of the creative community's creative fabric in days gone by. The Artists Index is putting Artists in their place – in history!

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  • Creator
    The Southcoast Artists Index
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    267
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright The Southcoast Artists Index
  • Show Website
    Southcoast Artists Index