The Gallery: A Premier Arts Collective Podcast

Episode 7: Jennifer McGraw (Part 2) - A Work in Progress

After losing four brothers, battling complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction, Jennifer McGraw tried everything to deal with the pain of loss. It wasn't until a simple clay exercise at PAC's Kaleidoscope event that she discovered art therapy, and everything began to change.Continuing our conversation, Jennifer shares how art therapy got to the roots in ways years of talk therapy couldn't. She describes breakthrough moments from her own sessions, the ways God intersected her path with Premier Arts Collective's, and how the healing has rippled outward, even reaching her son.Today Jennifer is off medication, finishing a counseling degree, and dreaming of a future where she can bring healing to people who'd never walk into a therapist's office on their own. Her story is a living reminder that healing doesn't have to be pretty, and that we're all a work in progress.To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com. To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give.Chapters:00:00 Healing Through Art Therapy07:13 The Impact of Kaleidoscope Event11:21 Understanding Art Therapy21:17 The Subconscious and Creative Expression

Episode 6: Jennifer McGraw (Part 1) - From Loss to Healing: The Power of Art Therapy

After years of battling complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief from the loss of four brothers, Jennifer found unexpected healing through art therapy. A simple art exercise at PAC’s Kaleidoscope event became the turning point, unlocking emotions words could never reach. Today, she’s off medication, pursuing a degree in counseling with a focus on art therapy, and passionate about helping others heal. Her journey is living proof: healing is happening. In part one of this two-part episode, Jennifer McGraw shares her inspiring journey of healing from complex PTSD, grief, and addiction through art therapy. Discover how her experiences with loss, anxiety, and substance abuse shaped her path to recovery and her passion for helping others heal. To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com. To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:46 Navigating Grief and Loss 06:59 The Impact of Anxiety and Panic 09:34 Coping Mechanisms: The Struggle with Self-Harm 14:32 The Cycle of Addiction and Recovery 20:52 Unraveling the Impulse: Understanding Self-Harm 24:09 The Impact of Substance Abuse on Relationships 28:32 Navigating the Path of Recovery 33:04 Turning Inward: The Journey of Self-Discovery 37:36 Finding Healing Through Art Therapy

Episode 5: Year in Reflection (Part 2)

In part two of our "Year in Reflection" conversation, Logan and Mariah continue sharing powerful stories of impact from PAC's therapeutic art programs and the lives they touch. This episode pulls back the curtain on what a therapeutic art or music experience can truly feel like and why creativity belongs to everyone, not just those who consider themselves artists. Logan and Mariah explore how therapeutic art breaks down barriers to entry by creating spaces where skill, experience, and labels no longer matter. Participants are invited simply to show up, engage, and express. The pressure to perform or to perfect is absent from these spaces. Permission to explore, feel, and heal is freely given. To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com. To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 05:15 The Heart for Creating the TAS Certification 09:55 Bridging the Gap 13:35 Creating the Therapeutic Arts Specialist Certification 29:06 New Partnership in 2025 34:59 Who we are Serving Through our Programs 42:35 Stories of Hope from our Programs 1:05:02 New Programs in 2025: The Dream Center and Metro Hope 1:25:44 Invitation to PAC's Mission

Episode 4: Year in Reflection (Part 1)

Join us as we reflect upon the year that was 2025! In part one of this two-part episode, Logan and Mariah look back on the major events and experiences PAC had the privilege of being a part of in 2025. We discuss the K-LOVE and Summer Worship Nights Cruises, supporting Ryan Ellis on his “Better Days” tour, Kaleidoscope, and more!  To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com [http://premierartscollective.com]. To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give. [http://premierartscollective.com/give] Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:45 - Art & Music Experientials at Sea 13:30 - Silent & Live Auctions on the Cruises 15:14 - Introduction to Mission Excursions 17:24 - “The Fisherman’s Wife” 26:02 - Mahala Wynns (Grand Turk) 33:22 - Haitian Batey (Dominican Republic) 40:50 - Other Key Mission Excursion Moments 44:14 - The Ryan Ellis “Better Days” Tour 58:30 - The Value of Relationships 1:03:30 - Kaleidoscope: The Listening Room 1:10:09 - The Origins of Kaleidoscope 1:13:09 - Art is Language for the Soul 1:18:08 - Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser

Episode 3: The Story of Premier Arts Collective with Gene Krcelic

On this episode of The Gallery, PAC CEO Gene Krcelic joins us and delves into the origins and history of Premier Arts Collective. We explore Gene's personal journey from the music industry to leading a nonprofit organization and the evolution of the Premier Foundation to Premier Arts Collective.Join us as we reflect on our path to becoming who we are today. Chapters 00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc] The Genesis of Premier Arts Collective 06:17 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=377s] Navigating the Nonprofit Landscape 12:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=774s] Engaging with Communities 18:44 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=1124s] The Power of Arts in Humanitarian Work 25:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=1509s] A Transformative Journey to Cambodia 31:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=1871s] Empowering Through Support and Community 34:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=2050s] Art as a Healing Medium 36:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=2197s] The Journey into Art Therapy 40:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=2452s] Rebranding for Clarity and Impact 45:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=2748s] The Power of Arts in Healing 51:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ccyo_MMhwvc&t=3111s] Moments of Significance and Faith