Culture Shift with Kristin J. DeAngelis | Mana Contemporary, Art Leadership, AI, and Jersey City Creative Culture

Send us Fan MailCulture Shift host Duda Penteado sits down with Kirsten DeAngelis, Senior Director of Strategies and Operations at Mana Contemporary, for a conversation on art, education, community, creative leadership, and the evolving future of technology in the arts.Follow Culture Shift: Linktree: http://linktr.ee/Culture_Shift_Podcast Instagram: / culture_shift_podcast Facebook: / cultureshiftpodcast TikTok: / cultureshift_dudaIn this episode, Kirsten shares her journey from growing up as a young artist in Connecticut to opening 107 Bowers Gallery in Jersey City, curating exhibitions, supporting local artists, and helping build the Future Art Leaders program at Mana Contemporary.This episode covers: • Kirsten’s early connection to art and childhood creativity • The role of family, teachers, and encouragement in creative growth • Choosing different paths through marketing, design, galleries, and operations • Building 107 Bowers Gallery in Jersey City Heights • The power of saying yes, learning through experience, and serving artists • Jersey City’s underground art culture and creative evolution • Mana Contemporary’s role in art, education, exhibitions, and community • The Future Art Leaders program and why young artists need real-world guidance • The partnership between Mana Contemporary and JCY MAP • How teaching and mentorship create growth for both students and mentors • The impact of AI, technology, originality, and authenticity in the future of artWatch, subscribe, and stay connected for more conversations with creatives, artists, founders, educators, and culture builders.Support the show