Episode #89: Ehime Ora speaks with Dr. Carolina Flores about fashion, African fabrics, and political messaging

Timestamps:00:10: Introductions, clothing as a form of expression and an art form00:45: Craft vs Art. It's okay to be both, negative perceptions as a product of the art industrial system02:15: Craft primarily done by women. Why do we view it as a lesser form?03:00: Art is about intention and spirituality. We can do it if we set our minds to it03:30: Culture as inspiration for art. It's a political performance and reclaiming heritage lost in a revolt against assimilation04:30: Love of being Nigerian. A mother's influence and the audacity to showcase her culture in a different world05:30: African fabrics as a living installation of art06:30: Wood carvings, sculpting and the importance of craftsmanship in manifestation. Birthing a visual into existence08:00: Political messaging and direct feelings in artistic expression. The foundation is self awareness.Support the showWebsite: talkpopc.orgInstagram: @talkpopcEmail: [email protected]