The Truth About Being an Artist

Art is a Verb, Not a Noun

Episode 4 of the Art Series features Ron Pokrasso, an exhibiting artist, master printmaker, and educator with over 45 years of experience, as he shares his journey, artistic philosophy, and perspectives on the evolving art world. He has held 50 solo exhibitions, participated in more than 175 group shows, and his work appears in public, private, and corporate collections across the US and internationally. A passionate advocate for art education, Ron has taught at universities, museums, and international programs in Mexico, Ireland, and Italy, and in 2000 received the Mayor’s Recognition Award for Visual Arts for his artistic and educational contributions to the city of Santa Fe. Discover how his background, influences, and reflections on authenticity, vulnerability, and the future of art can inspire both aspiring and seasoned artists to create with greater intention, honesty, and depth. Guest: Ron Pokrasso • Website - https://ronpokrasso.com/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ronpokrasso/ To know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer. @ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.

One Foot in Front of the Other

In Episode 5 of Stories of Love & Loss, I sit down with Michael Linke, an author, photographer, former CEO of the RSPCA, and advocate for resilience and animal welfare. Born with severe vision impairment, Michael has spent his life refusing to let adversity define him. From representing Australia in sport to leading major organizations, his journey is one of determination, love, grief, and hope. We speak about the profound loss of both his parents, the different ways grief can shape us, navigating life with disability, unconditional love, mental health, healing, and what it truly means to keep moving forward. Michael also shares powerful reflections on family, purpose, animals, and finding meaning through even the most painful experiences. A deeply honest and emotional conversation about life, loss, resilience, and humanity.  Guest: Michael Linke • Website - https://www.linke.com.au/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michaelrlinke/ • Dear Mum on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Mum-personal-Michael-Linke/dp/B0D2ZFLXYV To know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer. @ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.

Art Does Not Ask Permission

Art doesn’t need chaos to be powerful, it needs curiosity, patience, and the courage to slow down. In this episode, Filippo Fossati, a renowned curator, art dealer, and writer, shares his journey from growing up immersed in Italy’s art scene to shaping global conversations in contemporary art. He reflects on the influence of movements like Arte Povera and Minimalism while unpacking the challenges of commercialization, speed, and superficiality in today’s art world. Filippo explores how true creativity is rooted in depth, authenticity, and meaningful relationships, reminding us that art is not just objects but a powerful system of connection and inquiry. A compelling listen for artists, curators, collectors, and anyone seeking to create with integrity and lasting impact. Guest: Filippo Fossati • Website - https://www.essogallery.com To know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer. @ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.

The Truth About Being an Artist

In this episode, artist and arts leader Jill Cliffer Baratta, MFA, NAWA, shares an honest and inspiring look into her creative journey. Growing up in the Chicago area, studying in western Michigan, and moving to New York City in 1976, her path has been shaped by a rich and diverse artistic education at institutions including the School of Visual Arts, Grand Valley State University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, along with studies in art therapy at The College of New Rochelle and dance at New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Currently the Executive Director of the National Association of Women Artists, where she was inducted in 2011 and served as president from 2017 to 2019, Jill also brings extensive experience teaching art and facilitating art therapy for students of all ages. In this conversation, she speaks on the transformative power of art therapy, the importance of authenticity and diversity in artistic expression, and the evolving role of women in the arts.  Guest: • Website - https://www.jcbarattasart.com/home/index.html • Instagram -  @jillclifferbaratta To know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer. @ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.

My Art Journey

In this episode, I share my journey of unleashing the profound connection between energy, love, pain, and art, moving from abstraction to real, energy driven creations shaped through psychic insight and soulful truth. For me, art becomes a reflection of my inner essence and a channel beyond the five senses, expressing what words cannot. I was born and raised in India in a deeply spiritual family, where drawing, sketching, and painting came naturally to me from an early age, and while continuing to explore art through self learning, I also pursued academics and completed my master’s degree in philosophy before moving to the United States in 2009 to formally study art at the National Academy Museum and School in New York City. From being a shy young girl who loved to draw to becoming a recognized professional artist, my path has been shaped by intuition, love, and energy, along with moments of rejection, persistence, and a shift from creating through pain to creating through love, all while bridging the metaphysical with the visual. Since 2011, I have exhibited my work in galleries and international exhibitions, including having two of my artworks selected for solo display in an international show in Times Square, New York. In 2015, I was granted permanent residence in the United States under the category of artist of extraordinary ability, followed by becoming a juried member of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. in 2020, and being elected President of the National League of American Pen Women, DC Branch for the term 2023 to 2026. This conversation is an invitation to experience art beyond words, to connect more deeply with what you feel, and a reminder that when words fall short, energy speaks. Eyes Song Reference - https://youtu.be/VEcCuT-LNak?si=8RQuGtmhNImum_sK My Art Website - https://www.summerroshnibhullar.com/ Art Instagram - @summerroshnibhullar To know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer. @ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law. Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.