Melissa Zexter - Photographic Memories Part 2 [NX066]

In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview Melissa Zexter.Melissa Zexter is a Brooklyn-based artist whose embroidered photographs explore memory and meaning. This is the second part of our NeedleXChange and we explore tips for stitching on paper, embracing mistakes and we explore Melissa's cultural favourites. Plus, we get a bit spooky, but I've said too much!.If you like Melissa's art, you'll love my NeedleXChange with Diane Meyer.Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:00 - Exploring New Directions in Art00:03:38 - Tips for Stitching on Paper and Embracing Mistakes00:10:15 - The Role of Music in Artistic Creation00:15:48 - Creative Journeys and Commercial Work00:18:51 - Artistic Expression and Public Engagement00:20:45 - Literary Influences and Personal Favourites00:26:04 - The Balance of Life and Creativity00:30:45 - A fact that not a lot of people know about Melissa ZexterLinks:Website: melissazexter.comInstagram: melissazexterIntro music is The Harbor by Kylie Dailey via Epidemic Sound.About NeedleXChange:NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.Visit the NeedleXChange website: https://www.needl.exchange/Sign up for the NeedleXChange Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/NeedleXChangeNewsIf you want embroidery inspiration and regular doses of textile art, visit the Mr X Stitch site here: https://www.mrxstitch.comIf you're looking for modern cross stitch designs, then XStitch is the magazine you need!Subscribe to XStitch Magazine here: https://xstitchmag.com/modern-cross-stitch-magazine/And follow Mr X Stitch on all the usual social media channels!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrXStitchTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/MrXStitchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MrXStitchPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mrxstitch/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiechalmersRSSVERIFY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.