Liz Wallen Explores

Liz Wallen

Join Liz as she delves into the world of emerging artists in Los Angeles, celebrating the vibrant culture of the city, and showcasing the universal power of art. By presenting relatable stories, exploring local influences, and highlighting the transformative nature of art, these conversations hope to inspire your own cultural exploration and deeper understanding of the human experience by breaking down the boundaries to make art more accessible to all.

Episodes

  1. Albert Reyes

    04/13/2024

    Albert Reyes

    Albert Reyes is one of my favorite artist from Los Angeles. His style? Think bold lines, vibrant colors, and a knack for using found objects to make anything from wall art to his large freestanding haunted houses. Albert is more than just an artist—he's a cultural icon, a storyteller, and a builder whose work continues to inspire and captivate audiences. Whether he's painting on canvas or sketching in a found object, Reyes's passion for creativity shines through, reminding us of the power of art to transcend boundaries and connect us all. In this interview, artist Albert discusses his artwork and creative process. He talks about his garage studio, which is filled with his paintings and serves as a comfortable space for him to work and build a body of work. Reyes explains that his current series of black and white figurative paintings with words was inspired by a drawing he did as a child and his love for gathering images from sources like magazines and Instagram. He also discusses his experience being featured on the cover of Giant Robot magazine and his admiration for the magazine's founder, Eric Nakamura. Reyes emphasizes the importance of pursuing goals and taking physical action to achieve them, as well as the value of collaboration and networking in the art world. He also talks about his passion for movies and how it influences his artwork. The interview concludes with a discussion about Reyes' annual haunted house event and his approach to art as a form of expression and escape.

    1h 26m

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
2 Ratings

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Join Liz as she delves into the world of emerging artists in Los Angeles, celebrating the vibrant culture of the city, and showcasing the universal power of art. By presenting relatable stories, exploring local influences, and highlighting the transformative nature of art, these conversations hope to inspire your own cultural exploration and deeper understanding of the human experience by breaking down the boundaries to make art more accessible to all.