Chris Dyer's Creative Friends

Chris visits his former college professor and longtime friend, Carmelo Blandino, at his Naples, FL studio.Together, they dive into art philosophy, spirituality, and the nature of reality, reflecting on their shared time as student and teacher at Montreal’s Dawson College.Their conversation traces the many layers of the psyche through stories of Montreal mural projects, early sketchbooks, collage and evolving mediums, reflecting on art as both personal healing and intentional beauty. Moving from questions of identity—“Who am I?”—to inner wisdom, mentorship, and the role of technology in modern life, they explore what it means to build a creative career with meaning, integrity, and depth.About the Artist: Born to Sicilian parents in Tübingen, Germany, and raised in the culturally vibrant city of Montreal, Quebec, Carmelo Blandino studied art and design at the city’s local colleges and began a successful career as a freelance illustrator, collaborating with architects, designers, and advertising agencies. He is now an accomplished fine artist whose work continues to evolve, and has recently celebrated the launch of his new book.Website: carmeloblandio.comInstagram: @carmeloblandinoartThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKS Follow on IG: @yak.snacks

In this 39th episode of the podcast Chris travels to Eugene, Oregon to visit his friend Banjo.  Banjo is a legendary glass blowing artist.   They talk about his house outside Eugene, Oregon, how they met online arranging art for a show at the Escalante Gallery in Los Angeles with Alex and Allyson Grey and Amanda Sage, Greg Escalante, skateboarding and glass art cultures, bluegrass music, David Grisman, building and playing banjos, studying sculpting, leaving college, Rainbow Gatherings, festival culture, Gatherings vs festivals, discovering glass art, dab rigs, Marcel Braun, the business of making pipes, developing the high-end glass pipe industry, vanity and status-symbols, the Bahai religion, dealing with fame and challenges, spiritual injections via glass smoking, Banjo's philanthropic projects, helping the world with love, facing trauma, social divisions, v questions, waiting for aliens or being aliens, Order 66, left vs right and accepting everyone.

In the 42nd episode of the podcast, Chris sits down with his long-time Montreal street artist friend, Monk-e! Monk-e is known for his work in various countries such as Uganda, France, and all over Africa. His passions range from murals and graffiti to rapping and producing music around the world. Chris and Monke talk about topics like clothing design, old collaborations together, the shutdown during the pandemic, his collaboration exhibion with Dali,etc. Monke also fills us in on how he overcomes the struggles he faces being an artist and uses those struggles to become a better person.

For the 41st episode of the Podcast Chris travels to Montreal, Quebec to visit his friend Katie Pag. Katie is an artist of many different mediums, including painting, sewing, collage-work, and more!   In this episode, they talk about life in Montreal and their experiences in the city, as well as their experiences as artists.  Katie tells us about her favorite mediums to use when making art and her journey with experimenting with new forms.   Katie goes on to tell us about her inspirations in life and how she views the duality of life and art. Later, Chris and Katie touch on clown college and how they cheer themselves up when they are feeling sad or anxious.    Watch 'til the end and listen to Katie's experiences being in a polyamorous relationship and how she plans on single-handedly saving the world!   Enjoy!

In this episode, Chris kicks it with legendary Visionary Painter Autumn Skye Morrison, while they hang out at an Airbnb they shared in Tennessee.Autumn and Chris know each other for over 15 years so they recount on old events when the Visionary Art Scene was still being formed and building momentum. Chris then picks Autumn's brain over a number of topics on her art, workshops, business, spiritual perspectives and life. I think you will really enjoy this conversation!Website: https://autumnskyeart.com/Instagram: @autumnskyeartThis episode is brought to you by:YAK SNACKS. Follow on IG: @yak.snackVibeMedX Shilajit: https://www.vibemedx.com/Positive Creations. www.PositiveCreations.netCome to my Retreats in:ECUADOR: https://lalomitaretreats.com/chris-dyers-relaxation-and-art-retreat-june-4th-9th-2026/COSM NY: https://www.cosm.org/calendar/2026-soul-stylistics-painting-creative-momentum-with-chris-dyerEGYPT: https://www.omnichakra.com/egypt

In this episode, Chris kicks it with Surf Artist legend Drew Brophy and his wife Maria, while they hang out at an Airbnb they shared in Tennessee.Drew actually went through a very intense Near Death Experience a few yers ago, so both of them recount the experience from their own point of view. I think you will find very interesting both the "Babylon BS" side of the story and the Interdimentional voyage side of the story! A potent talk I hope you will enjoy!!Websites: www.drewbrophyart.com and www.mariabrophy.comInstagram: @drewbrophy and @mariabrophyThis episode is brought to you by:YAK SNACKS. Follow on IG: @yak.snacksVibeMedX Shilajit: https://www.vibemedx.com/Positive Creations: www.PositiveCreations.netCome to my Retreats inEcuador: https://lalomitaretreats.com/chris-dyers-relaxation-and-art-retreat-june-4th-9th-2026/COSM NY: https://www.cosm.org/calendar/2026-soul-stylistics-painting-creative-momentum-with-chris-dyerEGYPT: https://www.omnichakra.com/egypt

On this episode Chris visits sculptor Gwak in Sarasota!

Chris sits down with his good friend Illuminati Congo during the Shila Jam festival in Pennsylvania, for a wholesome, reflective, thought provoking conversation. They discuss esoteric healing modalities, consciousness, belief, integrity, the future of community and much more.About the Artist:Jahn The Baptist is unlike any other rapper out there. He is able to utilize his mantra of “as above, so below” to formulate a refreshing unity of the higher self and lower self. His lyrics reflect both his practice of spirituality and his embrace of earthly, human desires.Website: https://www.illuminaticongo.comInstagram:  @illuminaticongoSpotify tracks mentioned:They LiveGalaktic GangGalaktic Gang Gang - Thang RemixThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKS psilocybin gummies and VIBEMEDX shilajit!Follow on IG: @yak.snacks@vibemedxwww.vibemedx.com

During the MAPS conference in Denver, Chris was able to sit down with visionary artist friend Izzy Ivy for a creative, spiritual conversation about the interdimensional beings she works with, her oracle and tarot decks, workshops, reiki, paintings and more!About the Artist:Izzy Ivy is passionate about grounding inspiring wisdoms from other realms, through word and paint, her art gives voice to her mystical experiences, adventures and all she encounters in her spiritual and healing work.Website: www.izzyivyart.comInstagram: @izzy_ivy_artThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris and local St Pete artist friend, Wayward Walls aka Jason Harvin discuss the local art scene and community, muralism, the societal impacts of the Internet, the beauty of skate culture, how he unintentionally became an artist and much more!About the Artist:Jason Harvin, aka Wayward Walls, is a prolific geometric abstractionist adding wild bursts, lines, and shapes of color all over the Tampa Bay region. Harvin, who grew up in Germany, has been exposed to fine art, street art, graffiti and the like his entire life. Website: https://www.waywardwalls.comInstagram: @waywardwallsThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris links up with longtime visionary artist friend Amanda Sage in Denver, during Maps’ Psychedelic Science Conference 2025.Amanda shares her thoughts on the importance of psychedelic studies, the intentions behind the research, how we’re showing up and the connection to the Visionary Arts movement.About the Artist:Amanda Sage is an artist driven to contribute to the development of regenerative culture by using painting as a tool for transformation within the individual and collective.Her paintings represent multidimensional aspects of humanness in harmonious balance, inspiring a re-membering of an energetic inter-connectedness that is present and shared with all things.Website: https://www.amandasage.comInstagram: @amandasageartThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris makes a stop in Dayton, Ohio to interview artist and tattooer, Mike Giant! Giant shares about his mindfulness path, healing retreats, graffiti, the nature of our reality, psychedelic experiences and much more!About the Artist:A genuine idol of the United States subcultures and their arts, Mike Giant is a celebrated American graffiti artist, illustrator and tattooist. Driven for the entirety of his career by BMX bicycles, tattoos, skateboards, street art and all around rebellious spirit, this artist created an impressive reputation of a true legend that serves as a source of inspiration to all aspiring artists desiring to go down a similarly creative and alternative path of art.Website: https://www.mikegiant.comInstagram: @THEMIKEGIANTThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

During his recent art retreat in Kauai, Chris gets to sit down with his good artist friend Joseph, aka Rime MSK aka Jersey Joe..These two indulge in deep philosophical conversation about art, medicine work, healing family lines and Joe’s recent investigations of how art and color can impact the mind. About the Artist:Rime goes about his paintings like a diary, an illustration of his quotidian quest for the essential.  A sheer concentration of energy, Rime’s universe mixes colors, movement and light sources to which the artist has affixed his own lexicon composed of creatures from a universe of cartoons, symbols and multiple details.Website: https://rimemsk.comInstagram:   @rime_mskThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Street Artist Hox swings by the home of Chris Dyer to paint one of his renowned “Portals” and to talk about art.He shares his story and connection to the early days of Wynwood walls, his explorations of art with lawn tools, how they correlate to his technique and his more recent endeavor of painting with sound.About the Artist:Douglas Hoekzema, also known as Hoxxoh, is a Miami-based artist who has gained international recognition for his innovative approach to contemporary art. Through a variety of mediums, including murals, sculptures, and paintings, Hoxxoh creates immersive and visually stunning pieces that engage the viewer's senses and challenge their perceptions.Website: https://www.elhoxxoh.comInstagram: @hoxxohThis episode is brought to you by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks 

Long-time artist friend Luke Brown stops by Chris’ house for a long, philosophical  conversation about Visionary art, their history, his artistic process, the nature of reality, life, and much more!About the Artist:Born in Ontario Canada into a creative and supportive family, Luke received a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Ontario College of Art and Design in 1998, and today is one of the world's most well-known and sought visionary artists.Website: https://www.lukebrownart.comInstagram: @lukebrownartThis episode is sponsored by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris visits a new artist friend, Anchorball, who recently moved to his Saint Pete neighborhood!Ken is a monumental pop sculptor, painter, digital artist and child at heart with a lot of knowledge to offer about how to succeed at this creative career, the growing technologies (specifically AI), and his spiritual process.About the Artist:Ken Kelleher, also known as Anchorball™, is renowned for his large-scale sculptures and digital art, with works featured globally. His creative approach transcends traditional sculpture, integrating digital techniques to explore forms and objects, often devoid of utilitarian use. His art, ranging from playful to profound, challenges viewers to rethink the ordinary.Website: https://anchorball.shopSocial Media (IG): @anchorballThis episode is sponsored by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris visits local Tampa Bay visionary artist, Carlos Pons at his studio where they discuss his artwork, murals vs studio work, cultural influences, bringing more original art into the public eye, psychedelics and much more!About the Artist:Carlos Pons is a self-taught Tampa, Florida based artist originally from Guatemala. With over 15 years of experience his expertise lies in showcasing breathtaking oil paintings, immersive murals, and striking digital illustrations. His work can be found locally all over Tampa and across the state. Website: pazartcreations.comSocial Media (IG): @carlos_ponsThis episode is sponsored by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

Chris sits down with now local St Pete Street artist friend Jake Klone aka Klonism for an educational and fun discussion about mushroom micro dosing, art, street art, graffiti, teaching, traveling to paint, mural festivals, his creative inspiration and drive and much more!About the Artist:Jake is a 38-year-old artist, who originates from Leeds, West Yorkshire UK. His artwork hasbeen seen by many and has astounded many people in different areas of the world. The art thathe creates is in a graffiti style, using bold and attention-drawing colors. Jake has been inspiredsince he was 12 years old by the art of graffiti, he now has done worldwide.Website: https://klonism.comSocial Media (IG): @Klonism

Did someone say Bromance 2.0? Chris and best bud, legendary visionary artist Randal Roberts, sit down again four years after his first interview in 2021. A lot has changed since then and he’s got a wealth of new knowledge and experience to share that intertwines with his artistic talent and love of art.About the Artist:Randal Roberts is an internationally recognized self-taught painter. Having identified as an artist his whole life, at the age of 30 he was inspired at last to quit the factory job, embark on a soul-searching road trip, and dedicate himself to art full time.He has lived in the beautiful NY Hudson Valley, the beloved San Francisco Bay, and is currently based in Denver, Colorado.Website: https://www.allofthisisforyou.comSocial Media (IG): @randalrobertsartThis episode is sponsored by YAK SNACKSFollow on IG: @yak.snacks

During his winter visit home to Peru, Chris finally convinced his dad, Teddy Dyer, to sit down for a podcast interview!We hope you enjoy this special conversation between father and son.Teddy starts out a bit shy, but eventually shares some exciting stories about the multiple accidents he's experienced in his life!