The Art People Podcast Justin Favela

This week, Justin is joined by artist Jeffrey Augustine Songco, calling in from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Listen in as Jeffrey tells us about his path from child actor to the prolific multidisciplinary artist he is today. They get into some of his fabulous public art installations and discuss his latest art exhibitions and residencies. From forming a secret brotherhood to giving you “Tropical Realness,” Jeffrey brings it to you every ball!
Show notes:
Songco.org
Society of 23
Solo Cups
GayGayGay Robe
Locker Dressing Room 
Revelry 
Flowers and Plants
Jeff Ham Ceramics
Mattress Factory
Tropical Realness
Guilty Party at the Wing Luke Museum
Jeffrey Augustine Songco on Instagram!
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
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This week we are joined by artist Ari Brielle calling in from Dallas, Texas, y’all! Listen in as Ari and Justin discuss her latest body of work and the act of expressing joy and not trauma as a black artist in the United States. They also talk a lot about plants, going to grad school, and the complexities and rewards of creating a self-portrait. 
Show notes:
Oak Cliff Cultural Center
Eva Arreguin
Tea with Queen and J.
Safe Place
Our Faces, Our Voice at the Ft Worth Community Art Center
AriBrielle.com
@aribrielle_ on Instagram
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
Follow us on social media @artpeoplepod and visit artpeoplepod.com for more episodes.

This week Justin is joined by documentary filmmaker and arts advocate Kareem Tabsch. Listen in as Justin chats with Kareem about growing up in Miami, his love for old cinema and of course, his amazing documentary films. From “Cherry Pop” to “Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado,” they discuss Kareem’s fascination with the colorful characters of South Florida, his connection to past and present generations through storytelling and his love for the kitschy and fabulous. The Abuelita vibes are strong with this one!
Show notes:
KareemTabsch.com
Cherry Pop
Dolphin Lover
The Last Resort
Mucho Much Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado
O Cinema
@kareemtabsch on Instagram
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
Follow us on social media @artpeoplepod and visit artpeoplepod.com for more episodes. 

This week Justin is joined by visual storyteller, Ashley Hairston Doughty. They talk about her latest exhibition, “Kept to Myself,” at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art and the concepts behind this multidisciplinary artist’s work. Listen in as we learn about Ashley’s history, her love for teaching, and how she shares her experience as a Black woman through the art that she creates. 
Show notes: 
Ashley's Website
@AshleyHDoughty on Instagram
Design Kettle
@DesignKettle on Instagram
"Kept to Myself" at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
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This week Justin is joined by Las Vegas’ high priestess of photorealism, Lolita Develay. From painting billboards to finding her voice in the fine art world, Lolita shares her story and gives us some insights on the concepts behind her latest creations. Listen in as they talk about living in Las Vegas, the power of teaching, the importance of representation in painting and so much more!
Show notes: 
LolitaDevelay.com
@lolitaddevelay on Instagram
Lolita on Facebook
Priscilla Fowler Gallery
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
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Do you believe in miracles?! This week Justin is joined by East Las Vegas’ very own, Beverly Chillz. Listen in as Mr. Chillz tells us about his early beginnings as a young musician and then opens up about his journey as an entertainer across the United States. From working the club scene in New Orleans to performing on stage in St. George, Utah, this young artist has lived many lives in just a few years. Beverly Chillz gets real about his history with addiction, talks about his life now in a flourishing yet problematic art community, and shares his journey of self-discovery and self-worth. EVERYBODY SAY “LOVE”!
Photo credit: @conomatic on Instagram
Show notes: 
The Bunkhouse
AIDS Healthcare Foundation 
Jef Logan 
An Open Letter to the Neon Museum
Beverly Chillz on SoundCloud 
Beverly Chillz on Instagram
 
The Art People Podcast is edited and produced by Justin Favela (@favyfav). Production assistance from Mindy Hale and music by Mike McDonald. 
Follow us on social media @artpeoplepod and visit artpeoplepod.com for more episodes.