Integrated OKC

Ep. 9 | Macrophotography & Authenticity as a Superpower | Clarence Long III

In this episode, I sit down with Clarence Long III (@clarencelongphoto), a fine art macro photographer making big moves in Oklahoma City and beyond. Clarence shares his journey from shooting flowers and bees with his dad to partnering with institutions like the OKC Zoo, Myriad Botanical Gardens, and becoming the featured artist for Allied Arts’ 2026 campaign. We dive into: * How cold emailing changed his career * The balance between passion, business, and hobby * Breaking barriers as the youngest and first Black Allied Arts campaign artist * The spiritual and personal growth that fuels his art * Building a fine art photography business with luxury archival prints This is a powerful conversation about creativity, resilience, and making an impact through art. 🔗 Connect with Clarence Long III: IG: @clarencelongphoto [https://www.instagram.com/clarencelongiii] Website: clarencelongphotography.com [http://clarencelongphotography.com] ✨ Support Integrated OKC: Patreon: patreon.com/IntegratedOKC [http://patreon.com/IntegratedOKC] Follow Wes Luster: @wesleyluster.art [https://www.instagram.com/wesleylusterart]

Ep. 8 | Public Art to Personal Power | Tiffany McKnight | Murals, Healing and Arts Advocacy

In this powerful episode of Integrated OKC, Wes sits down with artist, entrepreneur, and public art visionary Tiffany McKnight—founder of People by People and one of Oklahoma’s leading Black muralists. Tiffany opens up about her personal and professional journey—from growing up in Tulsa and studying printmaking at OU to producing major murals across Oklahoma City and Norman. They discuss: • Why public art is emotionally and politically charged • Her legal battles with publications and collectives • Reclaiming authorship in a male-dominated mural scene • The importance of mental health, therapy, and physical healing for artists • Building systems, managing RFQs, and negotiating budgets with government clients It’s raw, funny, practical, and spiritually grounded—a must-watch for artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone building a creative career on their own terms. 🧑🏾‍🎨 Connect with Tiffany McKnight 📸 Instagram: @tlynnmcknight 🌐 Website: www.tiffmcknight.com [http://www.tiffmcknight.com] 🏛️ Founder: People by People (arts advocacy & resource platform) 🖌️ Muralist | Designer | Speaker | Advocate

Ep. 7 | Hope After Hardship | Advocate Jackson on Reentry, Restoration, and Writing Her First Book | Integrated OKC

This episode of Integrated OKC features an unfiltered, energizing convo with Courtenie Jackson, aka Advocator Jackson—a justice reform advocate, author of Reach for Your Crown, and lead reentry specialist at the Oklahoma County Diversion Hub. Courtenie shares her personal journey through the criminal legal system, the power of restoration over incarceration, and how she now helps others rebuild their lives with hope, education, and spiritual support. We talk about: * Getting federally bonded as a returning citizen * Creating pathways to employment for people with felonies * Writing a healing devotional for women * The importance of storytelling and sisterhood 🎙️ A must-listen for those who believe in second chances, system reform, and the divine timing of purpose. 📚 Connect with Courtenie “Advocator Jackson” 📸 Instagram: @advocatorcjackson [https://www.instagram.com/advocatejackson] 📘 Book: Reach for Your Crown: The Power of Hope – Available on Amazon 🏢 Nonprofit: Oklahoma County Diversion Hub [https://www.okcountydh.org/] 📍 Visit: 220 NW 10th Street, OKC

Ep. 6 | Building Comedy from the Ground Up | JJ Wood on OKC, Bombing, & Business | Integrated OKC Podcast

In this side-splitting and sincere episode of Integrated OKC, artist and host Wesley Luster sits down with comedian JJ Wood to talk about building Oklahoma City’s comedy scene from the ground up. JJ gets into everything from bombing at stoner shows to teaching new comics how to get paid, why he’s staying in OKC instead of chasing Austin or LA, and how he's turning comedy into a real business. They also dive into music, weed culture, the value of local scenes, and the fine line between art and mental health. 🎤 This is for artists building community, for comics learning the hustle, and for anyone trying to make it without losing their soul. 🎟️ Follow JJ Wood / Book Shows: 🌐 Website: jjwoodcomedy.com [http://jjwoodcomedy.com] 📸 Instagram: @jjwoodcomedy [https://www.instagram.com/jjwoodcomedy] 📍 Catch JJ at: Zuma (monthly), The Joinery, Skydance Brewery, and on tour 🎙️ Host Wes Luster | @wesley.luster [https://www.instagram.com/wesley.luster] Muralist | Musician | Creator of Integrated OKC 🌐 https://www.wesleyluster.com [https://www.wesleyluster.com]

Ep. 5 | Dezz Steeze on Consulting, Community, & Creative Boundaries | Integrated OKC

On this episode of Integrated OKC, host Wes Luster sits down with the one and only Dezz Steeze—a multi-talented artist advocate, writer, community strategist, and cultural connector based in Oklahoma City. Dezz opens up about her journey from blogging and music photography to helping artists get paid, booked, and seen. She shares what it means to truly advocate for creatives—writing press decks, securing radio spins, producing major events, and consulting artists through every messy part of the hustle. They talk boundaries, burnout, the traps of social media, and why doing it for “exposure” is over. You’ll laugh, nod, take notes, and probably feel seen. 📲 Connect with Dezz Steeze 📸 Instagram: @dezzgotsteeze 🛠️ Founder, Creative Fixer at: TheseSteeze (freelance arts & consulting business) 🎭 Events: Plaza District, The Get Down, Vans artist programs, & more 🎙️ Host Wesley Luster | @wesleyluster.art [http://wesleyluster.art] Artist | Muralist | Creator of Integrated OKC 🌐 https://www.wesleyluster.com [https://www.wesleyluster.com] Music by VerySpecialEd. VerySpecialEd https://open.spotify.com/artist/27WmRRfG2rqueZ5GjgtU4h?si=oYr18AXyRKKuLhccYq3k-w [https://open.spotify.com/artist/27WmRRfG2rqueZ5GjgtU4h?si=oYr18AXyRKKuLhccYq3k-w]