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Talking Art is a partnership between WVIK, Quad Cities NPR and Quad City Arts in which a Ben Gougeon interviews artists from the Quad Cities and beyond! Sponsored by Quad City Bank & Trust
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From Rescue to Storybook: Deborah Kutsunis and the Animals That Inspired Her (opens the original)
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This week on Talking Art, Ben Gougeon sits down with children’s author Deborah Kutsunis to explore the real-life experiences behind her stories. Deborah shares memories from her years rehabilitating a variety of animals, the unique personalities and adventures she encountered along the way, and how those experiences inspired the characters and stories in her children’s books.
From Metal to Masterpiece: John VandeWalle and the Art of Sculpture (opens the original)
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This week on Talking Art, Ben Gougeon talks with metal sculptor John VandeWalle about transforming metal into art, his creative process, and where people can find his work locally, including Skeleton Key Art and Antiques. They also look ahead to the 38th annual Riverssance Festival of Fine Art, happening September 19–20 at Lindsay Park in the Village of East Davenport, and the experience of connecting artists directly with the community.
Behind the Lens: Kelly Rundle and the Art of Documentary Storytelling (opens the original)
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In this episode of Talking Art, filmmaker Kelly Rundle of Fourth Wall Films discusses his journey in documentary filmmaking, the creative process behind bringing true stories to the screen, and the importance of preserving regional history through film.
A New Stage for The Mockingbird On Main: Tristan Tapscott and Death of a Salesman (opens the original)
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In this episode of Talking Art, host Ben Gougeon sits down with director Tristan Tapscott to discuss The Mockingbird’s upcoming production of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman at Black Hawk College. With Ben taking the stage as Biff Loman, the two explore the process of bringing this American classic to life, Tristan’s background in theatre, and the ideas and relationships at the heart of the play. They also look ahead to The Mockingbird On Main’s new partnership with Black Hawk College and wh
Inspired by Nature: The Art of Matt Pulford (opens the original)
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In this episode of Talking Art, artist Matt Pulford discusses how the natural world inspires his creative practice through painting, drawing, printmaking, and installation. He reflects on his recent artist residency, the ideas that continue to shape his work, and the inspiration behind his current exhibitions. Matt also shares how immersing himself in nature influences his artistic process and invites viewers to see the landscape through a new perspective.
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