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We talked about painting.

Recently reconnected friends Huey-Min Chuang [no age given] and Mei-Yi Chen (51) share their childhood immigration and coming-of-age stories and what home means to them. They also talk about their current projects and what they hope for in their rekindled...

Lialia (77) demonstrates to Lida (51) how her parents' example --not only of community service but appreciation of beauty-- is expressed in the many artworks she has woven, painted, photographed and printed during her life as a Ukrainian Villager

Steve Desroches (49) talks to Larry Collins (78) about his life as an artist as well as his time serving in the Vietnam War.

Paulist Fr. Joachim Lally was ordained a priest on May 22, 1965. He was a Benedictine before joining the Paulist Fathers. Fr. Joachim lives today in Grand Rapids, MI, where he offers workshops at the Catholic Information Center. In this...

Janine and I talked extensively about creativity and how she incorporates it into her life, in for example her paintings. We also discussed the progression of her creativity throughout her lifespan and how she has witnessed it evolve right in...

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Mother Tabitha Martinez (49) and daughter Anastasia Beard (31) discuss art as connection, and how it has impacted their lives and family through the generations.

A conversation with my friend Justin.

Spouses Bo Bartlett (65) and Betsy Eby (54) sit down for a conversation about how their respective childhood homes have influenced who they are today, the inspiration behind each of their artistic styles, and the role that the Bo Bartlett...

Learn more about Nancee and her unique painting and carving style in this Women's History Month special!

Jorge (45) shares his journey with Angela (43) of how he went from humble beginnings to his rebellious teenage years to getting multiple degrees including a PhD.

Join Folklife Director Lesley Schierenbeck as she interviews Nancee Jo Luciani, the New Jersey Decoy Collector & Carver Association's Carver of the Year for 2023, and the first female carver in the history of the organization! Nancee Jo has not...

Friends James "Jim" Mott (60) and Michael "Mike" Farrell (79) share a conversation on the spiritual acts of being an artist and the role of social psychologists.

Arnie Kleppe is my future grandpa in-law and he enjoys woodcarving, painting, and writing poetry. During our conversation we discussed how he uses creativity to appreciate nature and how creativity has impacted his life.

I talked to Shelly Zimbelman who is an artist who creates paintings, coasters, leggings, trays, and more! It inspired her to start her own buisness and she talks about the steps it took her to get where she is today....

Natalie interviewed Maria about her life, her interests, and her accomplishments. Maria shared some funny anecdotes from her life and favorite memories.

Friends Mike Alewitz (70) and Guido Garaycochea (59) discuss Mike’s position as a censored artist, what it has been like to paint murals around the world and see them destroyed, all while conveying the message of workers' struggles.

I've always wanted to know about my grandpa's past. it was such a harsh topic and I could never find a way to bring it up in conversation. I finally did and I'm so happy I know more about his...

One aspiring 8-year old artist talks to his grandfather, painter and sculptor Al Wunderlich, about art.

Meet Cathleen Engelsen! A historical artist from Surf City, NJ. Cathleen shares her stories and experiences as an artist on the Jersey Shore. Enjoy this women's history month special!

An interview with my retired parents in our backyard....we cover retirement, following your passions, a new concept of time, a new bond with each other, the burdens of home ownership, the differences between Western & tribal cultures, and future plans.

Rob St. Clair (73) sits down with his friend and fellow writer, Stephen "Steve" Scott (79), to ask about the multitude of adventures Stephen has undertaken throughout his life. They discuss everything from baking biscuits to serving in the U.S....

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Lauren Fischel (54) shares a conversation with her mother, Valerie Fischel (79), about Valerie’s childhood, her studies as a dancer, her travels to Europe, her time in Paris, the role that expectations for women played in her life, and her...