The Intersection of Art & Politics: An Interview with Ellie Reed

The Domestication of Women: Izzy Joy

In an effort to celebrate International Women's Month, we interviewed Izzy Joy to dissect the many layers of oppressing gender norms entangling fashion. This conversation led us to also discuss not only historical oppression women overcame but the prevalent forms of oppression that exist today despite the feminist movement growing stronger decade by decade.

The Intersection of Art & Politics: An Interview with Ellie Reed

Listen to today's episode as we explore the linkages between art and politics and, more importantly, how both topics affect us as artists.  With it being an election year and 2020, we hope to provide relatable content that reassures you in the future of the political dynamics of the world and the promising creativity within the art community. Revel in our conversation and hear from award-winning student artist, Ellie Reed, give insight on her personal evolution as an artist and how politics played a role in her journey.

Chloe Wood

Chloe Wood → As an interdisciplinary artist, Chloe Wood uses her expertise to explain the importance of art. Her knowledge from various artistic fields offers insight into her personal learnings. Throughout the episode, we discuss Wood’s influences (family, hometown, etc) and how they propelled her current abstract naturalistic aesthetic. As a mother, Wood also shares how her family life brought new purpose and importance to art education.

Aysha Miskin

Aysha’s aesthetic encompasses her free spirit and liberated self-expression. Most of her work centers around empowering feminist ideals and references her journey as an independent artist. Today’s episode dissects the hardships Aysha initially encountered --backlash from family members, discouraging mentorship-- and how she used art as a medium to find herself. Her growth is a testament to the importance of supporting artists and art education.

Caleb Mahoney

Mahoney’s successful work incorporates abstract influences and a vibrant spectrum of color. While recounting on his artistic journey, Mahoney opens on the matters that influenced his artistic voice. However, he also acknowledges the faults in our education system that mislead aspiring artists. Through our conversation, we discuss how the education system helped further his career but also certain aspects that hindered his journey.