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Artist Antics With April
by April Paige
Join host April Paige as she dives into the fascinating world of creativity, interviewing artists from every medium imaginable. From painters to poets, and everything in between, we uncover the stories behind their art.Discover the journeys, inspirations, and creative processes that drive these talented individuals to bring their visions to life. Whether they're established or emerging, each episode offers insights, anecdotes, and words of wisdom straight from the artists themselves.Get ready to explore the vibrant tapestry of human creativity with Artist Antics With April!
Episodes
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Art, Music, Poetry & Creative Freedom with Sean BW Parker | Artist Antics with April
In this wide-ranging, wildly creative, and deeply human episode, we sit down with Sean BW Parker, an artist, writer, musician, poet, and one of the most genuinely disruptive creative voices coming out of the UK today. Based on the Sussex coast, Sean has spent a lifetime doing the thing most...
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Faith, Fiction, Coaching, & Calling: Author Pamela S. Thibodeaux | Artist Antics with April
In this honest, faith-filled, and wonderfully layered episode, we sit down with the remarkable Pamela S. Thibodeaux. She is an award-winning author, certified life coach, editor, speaker, and the bold creative voice behind the tagline "Inspirational with an Edge!"™ Based in Lake Charles…
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Murals, Mountains & Meaning: Ricky K. Meyer | Artist Antics with April
In this raw, honest, and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with Ricky K. Meyer who is a fine artist, muralist, art teacher, and Army Veteran whose creative life is as layered and textured as what he paints. From childhood cartoons to oil painting portraits, from military service to thru-hiking...
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Movement, Marketing & Community: Alyssa Noble | Artist Antics with April
In this vibrant and wide-ranging episode, we sit down with the remarkable Alyssa Noble — dance artist, choreographer, arts marketing consultant, and community builder whose work is as multidimensional as the stages she's graced. Based in Durham, NC, Alyssa has spent over a decade weaving together...
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Connection by Design: GroupLoop Founder Malique Booker | Artist Antics with April
In this grounded, forward-thinking, and genuinely refreshing episode, I sit down with Malique Booker, a real estate professional, entrepreneur, and founder of GroupLoop. We discussed his platform that is built on one powerfully simple idea: people want to connect, but life keeps getting in the…
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Precision & Whimsy: Quilter Charles Cameron | Artist Antics with April
In this insightful and passion-filled episode, I sit down with modern quilter Charles Cameron, whose background in engineering brings a distinct, structural sensibility to the world of quilting. Charles's work lives at the intersection of precision, whimsy, and craft, where analytical thinking…
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Pixel Quilts & Pop Culture: Quilt Artist Dee Bushrod | Artist Antics with April
In this interesting and passion-filled episode, I sit down with the multi-talented Dee Bushrod, an international quilter, educator, and speaker whose work transforms photographs into striking, pixel-based quilt designs. Dee's art is rooted in craft turned obsession, drawing from 18+ years of...
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Art, Heritage, Botanicals, & Belonging: Artist Ana Carolina Hurant | Artist Antics with April
In this rich and rooted episode, we sit down with the multi-disciplinary artist Ana Carolina Hurant, a visual artist whose work weaves together encaustic painting, cyanotype printmaking, and botanical drawing to explore identity, land, and lineage. Carolina's art is very grounded, drawing from…
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Layered History & Mixed Media: Artist Sara Koenig | Artist Antics with April
In this rich and revelatory episode, I sit down with the extraordinary Sara Koenig, a mixed-media visual artist whose layered works weave together history, photography, text, and abstraction into something that feels both ancient and deeply personal. Sara's creative process is as textured as the...
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Poetry, Music & Art: Steven Finn | Artist Antics with April
In this rich and multifaceted episode of 'Artist Antics with April', I sit down with writer, poet, artist, and music collaborator Steven Finn—a creative whose work spans literature, sound, and visual art. A native of Rochester, New York, Steven’s journey has taken him across the country, from...
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Sheetrock Art & Transforming Ordinary Walls: John Olexa | Artist Antics with April
In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, we sit down with Sheetrock Artist, John Olexa—an artist whose creativity transforms ordinary walls into bold visual statements. With nearly 20 years of experience in sheetrock artistry, Jon has built a unique path that blends craftsmanship,...
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Acting, Podcasting & Educational Speaking: Kevin Crispin | Artist Antics with April
In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Kevin Crispin—an actor, speaker, and advocate whose work lives at the intersection of storytelling, mental health, and human connection. With a background that spans both the arts and the corporate world, Kevin brings a rare and...
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Artist Antics with April: Annelies Gentile - Leadership Coach, Artist, & Author
In this illuminating and soul-centered episode, I sit down with Annelies Gentile—a visionary whose work bridges inner transformation, creative expression, and conscious leadership. With a presence that is both grounding and expansive, Annelies guides others through change not by force, but from...
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Artist Antics with April: Elaine Hayob Bankston - Portrait Artist and Writer
In this insightful and inspiring episode of Artist Antics with April, we sit down with portrait artist and writer Elaine Bankston—a creative whose work captures not only the likeness of her subjects, but the deeper essence of who they are.Elaine’s artistic journey is rooted in observation,...
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Artist Antics with April: Synthe Maria - Makeup Artist, Educator, and Author
In this soulful and expansive episode, we sit down with Synthe Maria — makeup artist, educator, author of Artistry Unleashed: A Practical Framework for Creatives and Makeup Professionals, and creator of The VESSEL-a sculptural series.Synthe’s creative practice moves far beyond the surface.…
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Artist Antics with April: Sarah Kohrs - Musician, Music Director & Teacher
In this soulful and thoughtful episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Sarah Kohrs—a singer-songwriter whose work blends heartfelt storytelling with an organic, intuitive creative process. Sarah’s music is rooted in authenticity, drawing from quiet reflection, lived experience, and a deep...
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AAWA: Falsetto Prophet - Poet & Podcast Host
In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, I sit down with Falsetto Prophet, a poet whose words move like music and land like truth. Through rhythm, vulnerability, and fearless honesty, Falsetto Prophet uses poetry as both mirror and megaphone—reflecting lived experience while amplifying what…
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Artist Antics with April: Rachel Castaneda - Muralist
In this vibrant and informative episode, we sit down with the deeply compelling Rachel Castaneda—a self taught muralist who paints murals in schools, businesses, and public spaces. Rachel's creative journey is one of reclamation and resilience.Her murals aren’t just decorative—they’re striking....
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Artist Antics with April: Emily Shearer - Poet, Novelist, Radio Host, & Intuitive Artiste
Artist Antics With April | Interview with Emily Shearer — Poet-Novelist & Naïf Intuitive ArtisteIn this luminous and transporting episode of Artist Antics With April, I sit down with the evocative, soul-stirring Emily Shearer—a poet-novelist and naïf intuitive artiste whose work dissolves the...
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Artist Antics with April: Shannon Wickline - Producer, Composer, Performer
Artist Antics With April | Interview with Shannon Wickline — Producer, Composer, Session Musician & Keyboardist for The Artimus Pyle Band. In this electrifying and deeply insightful episode of Artist Antics With April, I sit down with the extraordinary Shannon Wickline—a producer, composer…
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Artist Antics with April: Ben Oliver, Co-Founder & Principal of Monkey Budget
Artist Antics With April | Interview with Ben Oliver, Co-Founder & Principal of Monkey Budget, A Comedy-First Agency for B2B Brands In this high-energy and wildly insightful episode of Artist Antics With April, I sit down with the brilliant, endlessly creative, and sharply funny Ben...
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Artist Antics with April: Tara Ott Donahue - Tattoo Artist
Artist Antics With April | Interview with Tattoo Artist, Tara Ott-Donahue In this soulful and eye-opening episode of Artist Antics With April, I sit down with the magnetic and wildly talented Tara Ott-Donahue—a tattoo artist whose work blends fine-art mastery, emotional storytelling, and a…
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Artist Antics with April Ramah Malebranche Musician, Song Writer, & Producer
🎧 In this rich episode, we sit down with the multifaceted Ramah Malebranche—a musician, songwriter, composer, and producer whose sonic storytelling spans genres, generations, and geographies. From his early days crafting beats in Haiti to producing genre-bending albums, Ramah’s journey is one of...
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Artist Antics with April Steve Arvey Bass Player & Cigar Box Guitar Player
🎸 In this episode, we talk with the legendary Steve Arvey—a bass player, cigar box guitar pioneer, and electrifying bluesman whose music channels the raw power of American roots, the innovation of handmade instruments, and the grit of the Delta.From Chicago to international blues festivals, from...
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Artist Antics with April: Jake Gorst - Filmmaker
🎬 In this rich and reflective episode, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, and preservationist Jake Gorst—the visionary force behind MainSpringNarrative.org, and documentaries like Leisurama, Farmboy, Modern Tide, and more.Jake’s work bridges generations, architecture, memory, and...
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Artist Antics with April - Joesph Okeefe: Ghostwriter, Speechwriter, Cookbook Editor, & Poet
In this insightful episode, we sit down with the deeply compelling Joseph O’Keefe—a ghostwriter, speechwriter, cookbook editor, and poet whose words have shaped the voices of global leaders, government agencies, andgenerations of family kitchens. From the newsroom to the halls of the White House,...
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Artist Antics with April Justincredible Author, Rapper, Poet, & Program Director
In this powerful episode, we sit down with the multifaceted Justincredible—a passionate rapper, author, program director, and visionary voice in the world of purpose-driven creativity. From electrifying performances to transformative mentorship, Justincredible’s journey is one of resilience,...
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Artist Antics With April: Luke Vandergriff - Storyteller, Musician, Songwriter
In this captivating episode, April sits down with the multi-talented Luke Vandergriff—an extraordinary storyteller, musician, songwriter, author, painter, and visionary creator of hand-crafted musical instruments. Luke’s artistry defies boundaries, weaving together sound, word, image, and…
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AAWA Interview: Bonnie Brooks, Oil Painter & NFT Artist
In this inspiring episode, April sits down with the incredibly talented fine artist Bonnie Brooks, whose beautiful paintings are a poetic fusion of natural beauty and emotional depth. Bonnie’s work captures the quiet power of landscapes—rendered with a softness and strength that speaks to the...
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AAWA Interview: George Smart, Founder & CEO of US Modernist.org
Welcome to this episode of 'Artist Antics with April' where I sit down with George Smart, founder and CEO of USModernist.org! In this episode, George takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of mid-century modern architecture and how he is preserving its legacy for future generations....
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AAWA Interview: Matt Lebron, Raleigh Comedian
Welcome to another episode of Artist Antics With April, where I sit down with my friend Matt Lebron, a local comedian from Raleigh! In this episode, Matt takes us on an inside look at his hilarious journey through the world of comedy. Known for his sharp wit, unique perspective, and natural…
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AAWA Interview: Jeff Thal, professional drummer, songwriter, producer, and teacher.
Welcome to another episode of Artist Antics With April where I sit down with Jeff Thal! Jeff, a renowned professional drummer, songwriter, producer, and teacher, opens up about his incredible journey in the world of music. Known for his versatility and dedication to the craft, Jeff takes us…
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Artist Antics With April: Erin Miller, Poet
Welcome to another episode of Artist Antics with April! April is joined by poet Erin Miller. Known for her deep verses and thought-provoking themes, Erin takes us on a journey into her creative world. In this conversation, she opens up about her writing process, the inspirations that fuel her...
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Artist Antics With April: Joelle Ater, Fine Artist
Welcome to a new episode of Artist Antics with April! In this exciting episode, April sits down with the incredibly talented fine artist Joelle Ater. Known for her captivating abstract artwork, Joelle opens up about her creative process, the inspirations behind her stunning pieces, and the…
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Artist Antics With April: Jeffrey Johnson, Fine Artist & Composer
Welcome to a new episode of Artist Antics With April! In this episode, April sits down with the multi-talented fine artist and composer, Jeffrey Johnson. Known for his stunning artwork and evocative musical compositions, Jeffrey shares his creative process, the inspiration behind his art, and the...
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Artist Antics With April: Christina Sahadeo, Digital Artist
Welcome to a new episode of Artist Antics with April! In this exciting interview, April sits down with the talented digital artist Christina Sahadeo, known for her unique and vibrant digital artwork. 🎤Join us as Christina shares her creative journey, the challenges and rewards of working in...
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Artists Antics with April: Behind the Music with Tony St. Tone – Singer, Songwriter & Guitarist!
In this exciting episode of Artists Antics with April, we’re rocking out with the talented Tony St. Tone – award winning singer, songwriter, guitarist, bandleader, and friend! 🎸🎤 Get an exclusive peek into the world of music creation, from writing powerful songs to performing full time. Tony...
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Artists Antics with April: Monica Vidal - Happiness Coach, Unlocking Joy Through Art
In this episode of Artists Antics with April, we're diving into the art of happiness with special guest Monica Vidal, a renowned happiness coach! 🌟 Join us as we explore happiness, inspiring insights through art, and heartfelt conversations on how to unlock joy, boost your mindset, and live a…
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Artists Antics with April: Will Freund, Award-Winning Independent Filmmaker!
In this episode of Artists Antics with April, we sit down with the incredibly talented Will Freund, an award-winning independent filmmaker whose work is making waves in the industry! 🎬✨Will shares the journey behind his creative process, the challenges and rewards of making independent films…
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Artists Antics with April: Chip Freund –Photographer, Speaker, Printmaker & Environmentalist!
In this episode of Artists Antics with April, we’re joined by our inaugural guest the multi-talented Chip Freund – a professional photographer, speaker, printmaker, and passionate environmentalist! 🌿📸 Chip shares his unique journey as an artist dedicated to capturing the beauty of nature while...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join host April Paige as she dives into the fascinating world of creativity, interviewing artists from every medium imaginable. From painters to poets, and everything in between, we uncover the stories behind their art.Discover the journeys, inspirations, and creative processes that drive these talented individuals to bring their visions to life. Whether they're established or emerging, each episode offers insights, anecdotes, and words of wisdom straight from the artists themselves.Get ready to explore the vibrant tapestry of human creativity with Artist Antics With April!
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Join host April Paige as she dives into the fascinating world of creativity, interviewing artists from every medium imaginable. From painters to poets, and everything in between, we uncover the stories behind their art.Discover the journeys, inspirations, and creative processes that drive these...
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