AVA Voices - Episode 3 - Finding Authenticity Through Family Stories

from AVA Voices · host Laura Cleary Williams

In this episode of Ava Voices, host Laura Claire Williams speaks with mixed media artist Nikki Schwartz about her artistic journey, the importance of personal narrative, and the influence of family history on her work. They discuss Nikki's upcoming installation, 'The Weight She Carried,' which honors her female ancestors and explores themes of memory and identity. The conversation highlights the significance of community, the role of residencies in artistic growth, and the journey towards embracing authenticity in one's art.

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