MOAH Muse: Inspiration from Arts & Culture

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MOAH Muse is your gateway to the world of creativity, hosted by museum curators, art enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs. Dive into captivating discussions, interviews, and explorations of art, culture, and creativity. Immerse yourself in the vivid tapestry of human expression and let MOAH Muse inspire your creativity and enrich your cultural knowledge.

  1. Apr 8

    19. Surreal Landscapes & Emerging Artist Journeys with Scott Listfield & Melly Trochez

    Join us as we sit down with Los Angeles–based artists Melly Trochez and Scott Listfield, both featured in Strange Pathways—a group exhibition curated by Thinkspace Art Projects and on view at Lancaster MOAH through January 4, 2026. In this cozy conversation, Melly and Scott share the stories behind their work, from personal memories to surreal, dreamlike worlds. We talk about creative journeys, studio life, and how art can connect people, spark imagination, and build community. An inviting listen for first-time listeners, art lovers, and anyone curious about the stories that live inside art.

    19. Surreal Landscapes & Emerging Artist Journeys with Scott Listfield & Melly Trochez

  2. Apr 8

    20. Why Art Matters: A Conversation About Stories, People, and Place with Heber Rodriguez​​

    In this epsiode meet Heber Rodriguez, one of our newset Curators at the Lancaster Musuem of Art and history. Join us for a thoughtful conversation on why art matters, exploring how stories, people, and place shape the way we create and connect. From personal experiences to broader cultural reflections, this episode highlights the power of art to bring communities together and give meaning to the spaces we share.

    20. Why Art Matters: A Conversation About Stories, People, and Place with Heber Rodriguez​​

  3. 12/05/2025

    18. Beyond The Brushstrokes: Blue Grass, Green Skies & American Impressionism

    In this episode, we step into Blue Grass, Green Skies, an exhibition of American Impressionism and Realism from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), now on view at Lancaster MOAH from September 27, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Joined by Curator and Art Historian Dr. Shannon Vittoria, she shares the stories, colors, and secrets behind these iconic works, revealing how everyday scenes became extraordinary and how American artists made Impressionism uniquely their own. Perfect for art lovers and newcomers alike—tune in for a fresh, vibrant look at a movement that changed how America saw itself.

    18. Beyond The Brushstrokes: Blue Grass, Green Skies & American Impressionism

  4. 11/06/2025

    17. Legacy of Care: 70 Years of Innovation at Antelope Valley Medical Center with Cynthia Frausto

    Step inside Legacy of Care: 70 Years of Innovation — an exhibition celebrating Antelope Valley Medical Center’s rich history of healing and its enduring impact on the community. Presented at MOAH:CEDAR from August 2 through September 28, 2025, the exhibition reflected on seven decades of care, compassion, and progress. In this episode, we sit down with Cynthia Frausto, Director of Marketing & Public Relations, to explore how art and storytelling intertwine to honor the hospital’s lasting legacy of innovation and service within the region.

    17. Legacy of Care: 70 Years of Innovation at Antelope Valley Medical Center with Cynthia Frausto

  5. 09/02/2025

    16. Sweet Forms, Budding Futures: Juried Show Artist & Creative Pollination Fellow Catherine Montoya

    Our annual Juried Show celebrates bold, emerging voices — and this episode, we’re featuring one of the brightest! Sculptor Catherine Montoya, our inaugural Creative Pollination Fellow, takes us behind the scenes of her journey as an emerging artist: the thrill (and nerves!) of applying to a juried show, the opportunities it unlocked, and how she turned that experience into her playful workshop Sweet Forms at our Creative Pollination event. We also discuss stories from the Juried Show and opportunities at MOAH and MOAH:CEDAR that are available to all emerging artists, along with embracing risk and the power of our voices through sculpture. Step inside the world of emerging art, where courage meets creativity.

    16. Sweet Forms, Budding Futures: Juried Show Artist & Creative Pollination Fellow Catherine Montoya

  6. 08/06/2025

    15. Just Make - Advice for Emerging Artists with Printmaker Francis Robateau

    (Recorded June 2025) Join us for a conversation with local printmaker Francis Robateau—MOAH’s All Media Juried Show 2024 Best of Exhibition artist and multi-year People’s Choice Award winner—as he reflects on his artistic journey and creative process. Facing the challenges of being an emerging artist today, Francis shares honest insights and inspiration—from embracing imperfections and uncertainty to staying fully present in your practice. This episode offers grounded advice and encouragement for anyone ready to create in today’s ever-changing world. Sometimes, the most important step is simply to just make.

    15. Just Make - Advice for Emerging Artists with Printmaker Francis Robateau

  7. 08/06/2025

    14. Interpreting the Wild with Dave Martin

    (Recorded March 2025) What does it mean to interpret a wild space—and why does it matter? In this episode, we speak with Dave Martin, a Los Angeles-based artist, filmmaker, and educator whose work explores how we interpret place, image, and meaning. Dave is currently the artist-in-residence at the Prime Desert Woodland Preserve, home to the Elize Clifford Interpretive Center in Lancaster, California. As both the resident artist at the Preserve and co-founder of Artist In Residence (A.I.R.) in the Antelope Valley, Dave shares how art, storytelling, and signage can deepen our connection to the natural world. From the exhibits inside the Interpretive Center to the open desert trails, Dave explains how creative interpretation fosters curiosity, care, and a sense of stewardship for these wild spaces. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about the artist’s role as interpreter—and how that lens can shape the way we understand and protect the land around us.

    14. Interpreting the Wild with Dave Martin

  8. 08/06/2025

    13. PR for Artists with Heidi Johnson

    (Recorded June 2024) What does art and entertainment PR look like today? Join us as Heidi Johnson, PR expert and founder of Hijinx Arts, takes us behind the scenes of street art, artist management, and elevating emerging voices. We unpack the game-changing role of social media—from Instagram to Cara—and reveal how artists can craft authentic narratives that cut through the noise. If you want to understand the modern art world’s pulse and how to make your story heard, this episode is for you!

    13. PR for Artists with Heidi Johnson
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MOAH Muse is your gateway to the world of creativity, hosted by museum curators, art enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs. Dive into captivating discussions, interviews, and explorations of art, culture, and creativity. Immerse yourself in the vivid tapestry of human expression and let MOAH Muse inspire your creativity and enrich your cultural knowledge.

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