Lisa Explores What Murals Mean to the Community

Art is one of those things that is not clearly defined. Sure some people might think it is because they might view it narrowly as only something that hangs in a gallery by a painter who has studied for years. But that is not what art is. And murals are helping to prove that as artists take their art to the street. We are fortunate here in NEPA to have many colorful murals in Scranton and the surrounding area--so many that one local artist, teacher and doctoral candidate chose to do her research about murals in the area and how people in the communities connect to them. My guest this week is Lisa Murphy, an arts teacher in Hazleton, a mom, an artist herself and a student of Point Park University who will display the results of a summer research project with a reception at Afa Gallery on October 19. The art will remain on display after the opening. Tune in to hear our conversation about the importance of community art, how it reflects a region's history and hope for the future and the importance of having everyone represented in such art. Thank you to my podcast sponsor Budget Through Life who helps to make this podcast possible each week. Founder Emily Hickox is knowledgeable about finances and passionate about helping everyone understand credit, debt and how to budget through their life. Follow Budget Through life on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for tips and to connect with Emily for individual coaching or schedule a group class. If you would like to support this podcast, please reach out to [email protected] for sponsorship rates or buy Jeannine a coffee to show your thanks for these amazing conversations. Follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Facebook and Instagram to learn about comedy shows, contests and get some laughs. I appreciate you from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass.