Art If...!

Yassi Jahanmir and Haddy Kreie
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Wouldn’t it be great if everyday was like walking through a great work of art? Theatre makers and creativity lovers, Haddy and Yassi, talk to artists from every field about the role of art in the world and how you, too, can generate and appreciate artfulness in your everyday life!

  1. 01/13/2021 ·  BONUS

    Minisode 18: Listen!

    In this minisode, we talk about the provocation from Nolan Dresden! Listen to the episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-18-Art-if---the-oboe-is-the-mistress--With-conductor-Nolan-Dresden-ekv5j4 Provocation (#artifpodcast): Listen to something you’ve listened to a thousand times and find something new in it. Biography: After a successful two year battle with Leukemia and a Bone Marrow Transplant, I'm back and better than ever. #takethatcancer After attending university, I performed professionally for six years in musical theater and opera, and a few seasons as Music Director of a theater company outside of Chicago.  At this point I had come to a fork in the road; do I pursue a conducting career or a performance career?  Feeling that I had more to offer as a conductor and feeling more artistic fulfillment in that field, the choice was clear. In 2009, I started to make my way up the instrumental conducting ladder here in New York City.   I have hit all the various marks, from standard orchestral works like Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 to lesser known pieces like Two Cine Pastrali by Toru Takemitsu.  I pride myself in programing outside of the box, in order to create an experience for the audience to venture through with the ensemble. Find Nolan online: http://www.nolandresden.com/

    12 min

  2. 12/03/2020 ·  BONUS

    Minisode 17: Judge!

    In this minisode, we talk about the provocation from Tom Drakulich!  Listen to the episode here: https://anchor.fm/artifpodcast/episodes/Episode-17-Art-ifthats-a-dude-hugging-his-dog--With-Reno-City-Artist-and-figurative-abstractionist-Tom-Drakulich-ek7c7i Provocation (#artifpodcast): Find a piece of abstract art that you don’t understand and use this simple checklist to interpret it. Describe, Analyze, Interpret, and then Judge the artwork. Biography: Born and raised in Reno, NV, Tom Drakulich is a process based, figurative abstractionist whose art practice navigates the play between the unique and the familiar. Having grown up exploring the Nevada landscape, he is influenced by the ways in which the physicality and form of the desert can be connected to the aesthetics of the body and his relationship with human nature. Tom is an interdisciplinary artist working in ceramics, mixed media painting and drawing, and site-specific sculpture. Tom received his A.A. in Art History from Truckee Meadows Community College, his B.A. in Criminal Justice from the University of Nevada, Reno, and his M.F.A. from the University of Nevada, Reno. In 2019, he was selected as the City of Reno’s inaugural City Artist. Find Tom online: https://www.instagram.com/tomdrakulich/

    25 min

  3. 11/04/2020 ·  BONUS

    Minisode 16: Hunt!

    In this episode, Haddy and Yassi talk about the provocation from Episode 16 Provocation (#ArtIfPodcast) Take photos of anyone who see wearing Red and Black Plaid (“the shared fabric of humanity”) and tag us and Andy’s other instagram account: www.instagram.com/peoplewearingredandblackplaid Andy Sarjahani (b. 1983, Richland, WA) is an American-Iranian documentary filmmaker and photographer raised in the Ozarks of Arkansas and currently based in East Tennessee. He is interested in people, our relationship to place and how that shapes our worldview. He has a Masters of Science in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems from Montana State University and left his career in academia in 2012 to tell stories with a camera. He worked on the critically acclaimed documentary Tower (Keith Maitland, 2016) and his work has been featured in Vice, Outside, Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, and numerous other festivals and universities. Find Andy Online WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA www.andysarjahani@gmail.com www.instagram.com/andysarjahani

    12 min

  4. 10/28/2020

    Art If…Family is Pretty Cool! With scenic artist Gabby Roney

    Episode Summary: We brought some finesse into the gallery for our last full-length episode for Season One. Haddy talked pop culture, from Bruno Mars to 80s hip-hop and DJs, showing how finesse illuminates generational shifts in aesthetic culture. Yassi talks about the preciseness of finesse in painting on the world’s smallest canvas: a grain of rice. As always, we end with a provocation, this one asks you to dig into the role of art in your family history. Gabby Roney is a scenic artist from Kansas City who is currently studying at the University of Kansas City Missouri (UMKC)’s Conservatory for her MFA in Design and Technology. Her studies include hand and digital drafting, dry and wet media rendering techniques, life drawing, scenic art, property construction and construction. She is navigating a practice of live theatre during a pandemic. She previously spent two years as Drury University’s Technical Director building and paint charging shows. Her favorite part of the job was mentoring students to tool proficiency. Find Gabby online: www.instagram.com/gabrielleidel https://issuu.com/gabrielleidell?issuu_product=header&issuu_subproduct=publisher-home&issuu_context=link&issuu_cta=profile Provocation (#artifpodcast): Who in your circle of family or close friends has purchased art or made their own creation? Ask them about why they chose to make it or purchase it. Did they make it during a certain season in life? What do they love most about it? This project encourages you to raid your parent’s basement or old files to find it. It could be any size of any medium. Now for extra credit, re-create it. Show Notes Cardi B Wap Brechtian 1980s hip hop dance moves Uptown Funk Bruno Mars “Finesse” feat. Cardi B Sampling Rice Writing Topkapi Palace Taj Mahal on Rice Killing Commendatore Las Vegas hotel art Vectorworks CAD John Davis Caroll Socially Distant Site Specific Theatre Sleep No More PSi Coterie’s Electric Poe Lining stick

    1h 4m

  5. 10/21/2020 ·  BONUS

    Minisode 15: Agree and Stake!

    In Minisode 15, Haddy and Yassi discuss their experiences with provocations from poet, Ed Mabrey. Provocation (#artifpodcast) Once again we have TWO provocations this week! These artists are putting us to the test! First: Say Yes! For one month to a year, say yes to everything that you can (that is safe and healthy for you to do) and see the world of opportunities open up before your eyes! Second: find a group of friends and commit to renting a small space (as soon as the world opens up again!). With a space to call your own, see how your creativity can flourish! About Ed Mabrey Ed is the only 4 time Individual World Poetry Slam Champion and the only 4 time Southern Fried Regional Poetry Slam Individual Champion. He tours the country professionally as a poet, comedian, and motivational speaker. A two-time InkSlam winner, multiple LEAF Slam Champion, an Emmy winner, Ed has been on Seasons 3, 5 and 6 of Verses and Flow (TV One), ABC, FOX, HBO All Def Digital, Write About Now Poetry and was a speaker at 2015 TEDx Dayton. He’s performed at over 100 colleges and universities around the country, teaching workshops and conducting seminars. On the comedy front, Ed has opened for DL Hughley, Ian Bagg, Rob Schneider, Roy Wood Jr., Charlie Murphy and many more. Ed is a two time finalist in The World Series Of Comedy, held in Las Vegas and he’s been the voice of companies ranging from the Ohio State Medical Center to Lexus. Find Ed Online https://artistecard.com/EdMabrey?fbclid=IwAR19oWHiYFg_uEOfQ7LLLvw3fu6lBEx-tTm2sBF-vFVxWRHypRJg1iBPjkQ https://www.instagram.com/edmabrey/

    18 min

  6. 10/15/2020

    Episode 18: Art if...the oboe is the mistress! With conductor Nolan Dresden.

    Art if...the oboe is the mistress! With conductor Nolan Dresden. Episode Summary: In this week’s gallery talk about art and journey! Yassi brings the work of performance artist Pope L.  to the gallery to talk about how his journey is more important than the distance travelled and Haddy talks about the history of postcards, which takes her on a journey she didn’t expect!.Then we interview music conductor Nolan Dresden and talk about how music has the power to transport us to faraway places. This week’s provocation asks you to revisit your favorite music and see if it can take you somewhere new! Nolan’s Bio: After a successful two year battle with Leukemia and a Bone Marrow Transplant, I'm back and better than ever. #takethatcancer After attending university, I performed professionally for six years in musical theater and opera, and a few seasons as Music Director of a theater company outside of Chicago.  At this point I had come to a fork in the road; do I pursue a conducting career or a performance career?  Feeling that I had more to offer as a conductor and feeling more artistic fulfillment in that field, the choice was clear. In 2009, I started to make my way up the instrumental conducting ladder here in New York City.   I have hit all the various marks, from standard orchestral works like Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 to lesser known pieces like Two Cine Pastrali by Toru Takemitsu.  I pride myself in programing outside of the box, in order to create an experience for the audience to venture through with the ensemble. Find Nolan online: http://www.nolandresden.com/ Provocation(#artifpodcast): Listen to something you’ve listened to a thousand times and find something new in it. Mentions: Pope. L Theodore Hook postcard Where Have all the Sheep Gone?  Pandemic postcards -- Quarantine: Our Darkest Hour  Carl Nielson Dmitri Shotsakovich Timber Lake Playhouse Dale Clevenger Gail Williams Parade (Musical) Toru Takemitso Aaron Copeland, Symphony 3 Bright Sheng Postcards Thomas Beecham

    1h 12m

  7. 10/09/2020 ·  BONUS

    Minisode 14: Sketch!

    In this minisode, Haddy and Yassi discuss the provocation made by Michaella Beatty in Episode 14 (listen here). Provocation (#artifpodcast): #1: Create a target (one circle inside of another). Using pictures or words or whatever inspires you, fill the inside circle with things you can control, and the outer ring with things you cannot control. Let your creativity help you cope with whatever stresses are weighing on you right now! #2 Urban Sketching: Grab your pens, pencil, or water colors, (or whatever medium makes the most sense for you!) and go out into the world (if it’s safe to do so!) and sketch the landscape you see before you, whether that’s the city, the park, your back yard. And if you can’t go out, don’t worry! Find a photograph you love and sketch away. Either way, sketch fast! See what you can come up with in 20 minutes. But also, feel free to stretch that time out. Let this urban sketch bring you joy! Find Michaella Online: Instagram: www.instagram.com/michaellamade Facebook: www.facebook.com/michaellamadeit. Etsy: Michaella Made. etsy.com/shop/MichaellaMade About Michaella: Michaella Beatty is a current school counselor with a MS in Counseling and an EdS (educational specialist) degree. She uses art as a self care practice. Michaella taught painting classes for two years, and used artwork from this studio to transform canvas into wearable art. She makes upcycled canvas earrings, bags, bows, and even passport covers. Recently she has taken up urban sketching and watercolor landscapes. She enjoys the act of creating, as well as teaching people how to create for themselves.

    21 min

  8. 09/30/2020

    Episode 17: Art if…that’s a dude hugging his dog! With Reno City Artist and figurative abstractionist Tom Drakulich.

    Episode Summary: In this week’s unique gallery, Yassi and Haddy invite their good friend, Dan Boulus, to talk about “Art and the City” --how arts institutions shape the literal infrastructure and cultural feel of a city. Then to kick off our hometown series, they interview 2019 Reno City Artist and figurative abstractionist, Tom Drakulich. Finally, this week’s provocation asks you to confront a piece of abstraction and figure out what it means to you. Dan Boulos received his PhD in Theater Studies from the University of California Santa Barbara in 2018. His dissertation examined the founding of the Repertory Theatre of Lincoln Center in New York City and Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles and situated their histories in the context of urban renewal during the Cold War in the United States. Earlier graduate research led to his Master’s thesis on the redevelopment of New York’s City’s Forty-Second Street and Times Square, reflecting a life-long fascination with American cities, the majority of which he got to see while spending nearly two years touring North America in a giant lizard costume in The Magic School Bus Live. Biography: Born and raised in Reno, NV, Tom Drakulich is a process based, figurative abstractionist whose art practice navigates the play between the unique and the familiar. Having grown up exploring the Nevada landscape, he is influenced by the ways in which the physicality and form of the desert can be connected to the aesthetics of the body and his relationship with human nature. Tom is an interdisciplinary artist working in ceramics, mixed media painting and drawing, and site-specific sculpture. Tom received his A.A. in Art History from Truckee Meadows Community College, his B.A. in Criminal Justice from the University of Nevada, Reno, and his M.F.A. from the University of Nevada, Reno. In 2019, he was selected as the City of Reno’s inaugural City Artist. Find Tom online: https://www.instagram.com/tomdrakulich/ Provocation (#artifpodcast): Find a piece of abstract art that you don’t understand and use this simple checklist to interpret it. Describe, Analyze, Interpret, and then Judge the artwork. Mentions: Carnaby Street Lincoln Center Mark Taper Forum The Public Theater Joseph Papp UNR Kintsugi Richard Jackson Fred Reid Lynda Yuroff Walter McNamara Kelsie Harder Jim McCormick Kiki Smith

    1h 3m
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Wouldn’t it be great if everyday was like walking through a great work of art? Theatre makers and creativity lovers, Haddy and Yassi, talk to artists from every field about the role of art in the world and how you, too, can generate and appreciate artfulness in your everyday life!

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  • Creator
    Yassi Jahanmir and Haddy Kreie
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Yassi Jahanmir and Haddy Kreie
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