On Joy by Any Means with Candy Carver

This episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Candy Carver, a true creative force here in Durham. Candy opened up about her artistic journey and the deep connection she feels to our city. She passionately shared her philosophy on art as a source of joy (joy by any means if you will) and personal growth while emphasizing how vital public art is for making creativity accessible to everyone.Growing up between Indiana and North Carolina gave Candy a unique perspective, and she reflected on how those experiences shaped her work. We talked about her transition from teaching to diving headfirst into her art full-time, and the huge impact that community and local spaces have had on her creative process. As we discussed the evolving landscape of Durham, she took me down memory lane, reminiscing about the city’s growth while highlighting the importance of preserving its unique character.We wrapped up our conversation with some great insights on building a strong audience and the magic of in-person connections in the art community. If you are interested in…* Art as a Source of Joy and Growth* Community and Accessibility* The Evolution of DurhamThen this is absolutely the episode for you. You can listen in here on Substack, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. And when you do, remember to subscribe and leave a comment! I’d love to hear your thoughts on the episode.Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyConnect with Candy Carver:candycarver.comhttps://www.instagram.com/candycarver/https://www.durhamartguild.org/events/candy-carver-opening-receptionConnect with me:https://www.instagram.com/alwhyssa/https://www.instagram.com/womanifestomag/alyssacuffie.comwomanifestomag.comAdditional Details:Sponsored by VAE Raleigh and their Snapdragon GrantRecorded at Queeny's in DurhamThanks for reading The Durham Artist Archive! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Get full access to The Durham Artist Archive at durhamartistarchive.substack.com/subscribe