Local Artist - Anthony Astarita

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Tiberius Show, host Tiberius sits down with Orlando-based abstract expressionist Anthony Astarita for a candid conversation about life, healing, and the power of creativity.From his early days drawing on walls in Brooklyn to becoming a celebrated visual artist in Central Florida, Anthony shares how his instinctual approach to painting and his “frosting” series were born out of remission from cancer. Learn how he uses color, texture, and playful energy to express joy—and why 20% of his art proceeds go to helping children in homeless shelters.Topics Covered:•    What is Abstract Expressionism and how Anthony defines it•    How a cancer diagnosis reshaped his outlook and led to his Frosting Series•    The role of playfulness in creating art as an adult•    Navigating the art world as a self-taught artist•    How he supports young creatives and underserved communities•    His views on AI in the art world•    Practical advice for artists seeking gallery representation•    How math, leadership, and daily creativity play into an artist’s lifeAlso, don’t miss a fun segment on math, a peek into Anthony’s pets and hobbies (yes, he has a bearded dragon!), and powerful reflections on what it means to let art be art.Subscribe now and join us as we explore the soul of creativity through color, courage, and community!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.