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Art of the People
by Mingei International Museum
Between collection shelves, artist studios, and the exhibition floor, there are stories in constant development. Inspired by the Japanese mingei movement of the 1920s, Mingei International Museum presents works of folk art, craft, and design with a commitment to furthering the understanding of "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures.This series puts you in audience with Museum staff and contributing artists on a mission to reflect joy in making useful objects of timeless beauty that are satisfying to the human spirit.Mingei International Museum is located in San Diego, CA.
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Boundless with Wayne Chapman
Welcome to Art of the People, a podcast from Mingei International Museum, offering a glimpse behind the scenes of the museum world with the artists and staff who make the magic happen. In this episode, Curator Guusje Sanders sits down with the late ceramicist Wayne Chapman, featured in Mingei's recent exhibition, Boundless: Reflections of Southern California Landscapes in Midcentury Studio Ceramics. In his final in-person interview, Wayne spoke openly about his journey, partnership with his wife and fellow artist Barbara Chapman, and the lifelong passion for ceramics that defined his work. A transcript of this podcast is available at Mingei.org
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Inside the Design Center
Welcome to Art of the People, a podcast from Mingei International Museum, offering a glimpse behind the scenes of the museum world with the artists and staff who make the magic happen.In this episode, guest curators Dave Hampton, Steve Aldana, and Todd Pitman share a conversation with Mingei Photographer Ron Kerner in anticipation of their upcoming exhibition, Inside the Design Center. The team at Mingei is thrilled to be working with them this season. We're excited for you to hear more about this show, their history, and the celebration of mid-twentieth century folk art, craft, and design.A transcript of this podcast is available at Mingei.org
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The Joy of Curation
Welcome to Art of the People, a podcast from Mingei International Museum, offering a glimpse behind the scenes of the museum world with the artists and staff who make the magic happen.In this episode, Mingei curators Ariana Torres and Guusje Sanders share a conversation with Director of Exhibitions and Chief Curator Emily G. Hanna. Learn more about Emily, her curatorial vision, and how she's brought her ideas to life. Naturally, this exchange broadens to discuss the career of curation and the philosophy of mingei—celebrating art of the people.A transcript of this podcast is available at Mingei.org
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An Introduction to Mingei
As we embark on our podcast journey, we wanted to start with an introduction to Mingei—the movement, the Museum, and the mission.In this episode, hear from Executive Director and CEO, Jessica Hanson York. We’ll discuss her history with the Museum and her vision for the future of Mingei.A transcript of this podcast is available at Mingei.org
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Unfolding: One Block, Many Stories
Quilt Fellow Olivia Joseph's series, "Unfolding," comes to a close with an interview with Patricia Kelly, president of the San Diego People of Color Quilt Guild. In this conversation, Olivia and Patricia discuss the meanings, alternate names, and history of Underground Railroad quilt pattern blocks. A transcription of this conversation including images of the quilts is available at Mingei.org.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Between collection shelves, artist studios, and the exhibition floor, there are stories in constant development. Inspired by the Japanese mingei movement of the 1920s, Mingei International Museum presents works of folk art, craft, and design with a commitment to furthering the understanding of "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures.This series puts you in audience with Museum staff and contributing artists on a mission to reflect joy in making useful objects of timeless beauty that are satisfying to the human spirit.Mingei International Museum is located in San Diego, CA.
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