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Art Affects

by Gherdai Hassell

A podcast committed to the amplification of creative media by people of color and women artists globally. Varied Voices and Images in art.

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Episodes

  1. Welcome Back: A Reintroduction to the Art Affects Podcast

    Can you believe its been 5 years y'all!? Episode Description: In this reintroduction episode, I’m peeling back the layers and bringing you into the heart of Art Affects , where creativity meets healing, and where we explore the deeper meaning behind art and the artist’s journey. I’ll be sharing...

  2. Podcast Reintroduction

    In this reintroduction episode, I’m peeling back the layers and bringing you into the heart of Art Affects, where creativity meets healing, and where we explore the deeper meaning behind art and the artist’s journey. I’ll be sharing what’s changed, what’s coming, and why this space still matters...

  3. Episode 17: Musical Vibe Dealing with Buzby

    This podcast episode is sponsored by The Catapult Caribbean Artist Showcase Grant. made possible by the American Friends of Jamaica, Fresh Milk Barbados, and Kingdom Creative. Thank you is your neighborhood vibe dealer, who uses music as a medium to invigorate his listeners emotions through a...

  4. Episode 16: Art as Showcase with Neal Jhay Morris

    This podcast episode is sponsored by The Catapult Caribbean Artist Showcase Grant. made possible by the American Friends of Jamaica, Fresh Milk Barbados, and Kingdom Creative. Thank you NealJhay a native artist of Bermuda, has embraced the artistic passion which is his drive to continue his art...

  5. Episode 15: Faith and Fashion with Designer Rochelle Minors

    This Episode is sponsored by The Caribbean Artist showcase Grant with The American Friends of Jamaica and Fresh Milk Barbados Partnership! Rochelle Minors is a Bermudian designer. She has been Designing since the age of 7 with paper dolls. She Started sewing lessons at 10 years old. And...

  6. Episode 14: Discovering and Finding one's Voice through the Gift of Music with Brixx

    Brixx is a Bermudian songstress, song writer, and recording artist. Around the age of 7, Brixx began singing in her living room, and at family gatherings. The first time Brixx performed live on a stage was at age 13. She was a shy performer and lacked confidence in her ability, so she stopped...

  7. Episode 13: Design, Luxury Bags and Life experiences with Patrice Morgan

    Bermuda Born is a luxury affordable leather handbag and accessories brand. Founded by designer Patrice Morgan, it is a reflection of how people live on the island of Bermuda. “With the brand, I wanted it to be very colourful, I wanted it to invoke a sense of relaxation, I wanted to create…

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  8. Episode 12: Music at the Intersection of Truth Telling and Gratitude with Hana Bushara

    Hana is a Bermudian singer and songwriter Hana Bushara was inspired to start writing songs for a final project under the mentor-ship of her English teacher Charlie Judd, who exposed her to artists that would become foundational inspirations to the beginnings of her musical journey. At 16, she was...

  9. Episode 11: Dancing as Storytelling with Rikkai Scott

    Rikkai Scott started dance at the age of 4 at United Dance Productions. After his time at UDP he fulfilled his professional training graduating from London Contemporary Dance School (The Place) in 2012 with a (BA) Hons in Fine Arts. During his studies at The Place, Rikkai was awarded full-time...

  10. Episode 10: Creative Dreams bigger than Humble Origins with Shantia Seymour

    Shantia Seymour is a Bermuda born, London based fashion editor and stylist. Throughout high school she tried to figure out how to morph together her love for literature and fashion which bloomed into becoming a fashion writer. She interned for many locals who taught her different aspects of the...

  11. Episode 09: Multimedia Art Practice : Healing Communities through Art with Ami Zanders

    Ami Zanders is a Bermudian multimedia artist, currently based in Liverpool UK. She has been an enthusiastic and unconventional artist since the age of two years old when she made her first masterpiece on the living room wall with crayons. Since then, Ami has explored countless other art mediums,...

  12. Episode 08: Navigating Multi-passions in Life and Art with Vanessa Turner

    Vanessa Turner is a multi-passionate multi-careerist. She is an artist, creativity coach and engineer. She is a self-taught artist living and working on the beautiful island of Bermuda and primarily works in charcoal and pastel. She has been exhibiting professionally for a number of years and is...

  13. Episode 07: Feeling the Fear and Doing it Anyway with Jayde Gibbons

    In Episode 07 we're in conversation with Bermudian Photo Journalist, Jayde Gibbons ! Jayde Gibbons is the self taught photographer behind the lens of Queendom Heights Photography. Growing up in a family home in St. Georges, her family realized she had artistic abilities from an early age. As she...

  14. Episode 06: Dream Chasing & Release of 'Tired Feet Single' with Jo-1

    This week we're in conversation with Jo-1 ! Joanne Ball – Burgess (B.A., M.Ed) , is a resident of Nairobi, Kenya & citizen of the world. She was born and raised in Bermuda. Better known by her stage name Jo-1, is a multitalented dancerShe is a choreographer, singer, songwriter, author and…

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  15. Episode 05: A Musical Journey: Keeping Happiness First with Derek G

    Born in a musical household, son of the legendary guitarist Derek Simmons Sr., Derek G. is no stranger to the stage. Since the age of 6, Derek G. has been immersed in music whether it’s behind the scenes producing, writing, and recording, or front and centre in the spotlight performing live and...

  16. Episode 04: Color-FULL Fulfillment through Art and Community with Shanna Hollis

    On this episode we sat down with Shanna Hollis, a Bermudian contemporary designer and multidisciplinary artist who lives and works on island. We discuss her experiences growing up in Bermuda. How she made the decision to study graphic Her work pays tribute to her island, the community, her…

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  17. Episode 03: Trailblazing Locally and Globally: Affirming I will Not Make Boring Art with Dr. Edwin smith

    Dr. Edwin M. E. Smith, is a Bermudian artist and art educator. His mixed media artwork and illustrations can be found in collections internationally and has been included in Biennial Exhibitions hosted by the Bermuda National Gallery. His professional experience includes corporate graphic design...

  18. Episode 02: Collectively Radiate: Intentional Messaging in Art with Calix Smith

    In this episode of Art Affects, we sat down with Bermudian Contemporary Conceptual Artist Calix Smith. His works add to the tapestry of cultural experiences that make up the African Diaspora, by creating art through an Afro-Bermudian lens. He investigates through his paintings and installations,...

  19. Episode 01: Confetti Dreams, My Journey To Becoming an Artist

    On the first Episode on the Podcast, I share my rollercoaster story of how I decided I wanted to be an artist. I discuss how fear was a part of my journey and how it almost stopped me from becoming the creative Artprenuer I am today. Please visit my website www.gherdaihassell.com if you'd like to...

  20. Intro to Art Affects

    Welcome to the Art Affects Podcast! We are excited for the journey ahead ! We are dedicated to the amplification of creative media by diverse artists throughout the African diaspora globally. Varied voices and images in Art. Every other week I will be in conversation with a black intellectuals,...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A podcast committed to the amplification of creative media by people of color and women artists globally. Varied Voices and Images in art.

HOSTED BY

Gherdai Hassell

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A podcast committed to the amplification of creative media by people of color and women artists globally. Varied Voices and Images in art.

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Art Affects has 20 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Art Affects is created and hosted by Gherdai Hassell.
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