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The School Of Visual Arts Podcast is live with new series on all things about creative practices. For beginners, professionals, enthusiasts, and everyone busy being creative.
Host: Benita Nnachortam
Host: Benita Nnachortam
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Send us a Text Message.Kenyan artist Jess Atieno lives and works between Nairobi, Kenya and Chicago, USA. She holds an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and is an alum of Asiko Art School.Her work has shown in Kenya and internationally, most notably at the Bamako Biennial, Bamako, Mali (2022); Lagos Biennial, Lagos, Nigeria (2019); Savvy Contemporary, Berlin Germany (2023); Norval Foundation, Cape Town, South Africa (2023) and the World trade Center (2021).Her work is includ...
Send us a Text Message.Sara Sadawi is a Syrian multidisciplinary artist working mainly in ceramics. Her work examines themes of functionality and space through material-driven processes while referencing geometry and industrial objects. She has a DEC in Visual Arts at John Abbott College, and received her BFA in Studio Art from Concordia University. Sara is a current student at Cranbrook Academy of Arts and a member of the graduating class of 2024 to receive an MFA in Ceramic Arts. Notes from...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora, and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and S.O.V.A Host Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, and...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, cur...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, cur...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invites artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora, and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, c...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invites artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, cu...
Send us a Text Message.The Program of African Studies @africanstudiesnorthwestern at Northwestern University @northwesternu presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha @kedu4me and Benita Nnachortam @nnenna.studio @benitannachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, cur...
Send us a Text Message.Northwestern Program of African Studies presents “Parallel Perspectives,” a video series that invite artists, curators, academics, and educators to discuss topics related to the art world in Africa, the diaspora and beyond. In these conversations, hosts Uche Okpa-Iroha and Benita Nnachortam talk with their guests about contemporary practice, art education, history, curation, and more.The hosts:Uche Okpa-Iroha is photographer and graduate student in art history at Northw...
Send us a Text Message.In this episode with SOVA Samuel shares his experiences from his early days in art practice. Highlighting familial influences, a taste for experimentation, accessing opportunities through relevant networks, and earning a living as an artist. Support the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Ben speaks solo on "Grace" as a key factor in supporting our own development in our respective creative practice. Here's a nudge you need to grow through the good, bad, or ugly phases. Support the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.Who goes from being a Doctor in Veterinary Medicine to a full-time artist? Luke Chidi Agada. This episode is for you if you're considering going for an MFA Program soon or simply switching from being in a lab to being in a studio or crossing both. You can hear from Luke's experience and take something to work with. Mentions: @kutanigeriaHost: Benita NnachortamGuest: Luke Agada Music: Focus Groove via PixabaySupport the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Ben reads out an interesting article by a Nigerian writer- Ucheoma Onwutuebe. In the article titled "TO A NIGERIAN WRITER CONSIDERING THE MFA" Ucheoma shares the motivations for her MFA study pursuit and the pros vs cons that come with it. Voice: Benita NnachortamMusic: Focus Groove via PixabaySupport the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Ben talks about why curiosity makes all the difference in creative practice. Support the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to SOVA! If you're a returning listener, it's great to have you here. We're picking it up from where we last stopped. In this new episode, Ben is answering the question "How can I reignite my creative passion?" or something like that. (Haha) Figure out as you listen and do give us a like, share, comment, or review. Let's go! Music by FreeGroove via PixabayCover Art by Ara DeindeHost: Benita NnachortamSupport the Show. Follow @sovapodcast
Send us a Text Message.If you've ever wondered "Are great pictures enough?" you'll find this to be a very resourceful conversation with the outstanding visual storyteller/journalist: Grace Ekpu. In this episode of SOVA, Grace pours out her truths about the inspiration behind her advocacy for Africans telling their own stories. A dynamic creative and BBC Senior Journalist, Grace also shares helpful tips, that aspiring and professional visual artists should consider as they progress in the indu...
Send us a Text Message.What difference does it make to be empathetic in photojournalism? In his journey so far as a photographer, Tom has encountered life-changing experiences as he often comes face to face with difficult realities and victims of social menaces. In conversation with Ben, he reflects on the intersection of photography, empathy, kindness & mental health. You never expect such a vulnerable discussion from a celebrated Photographer like Tom. This episode is highly recommended...
Send us a Text Message.#Throwback episodeOlarinde Olayemi Ayanfeoluwa is a young visual artist who adopts photography as one of her mediums of visual expression and a side venture. In this episode of the School of Visual Arts Podcast on Photography, Ayanfe shares her struggles to sustain her practice as an artist and how photography is both profitable and experimental. This episode is highly recommended for young visual artists or student photographers.This episode was first published in 2020...
Send us a Text Message.#Throwback episodeWhether you're a starter or professional in the world of photography, it's important to "pay the bills" with your business. In this episode of SOVA hear August Udoh share insights on this and the importance of active photography associations in regulating prices, taxes and ensuring creatives don't only feed from hand to mouth. Click here to listen (audio only) : sova.disha.page About SOVA School of Visual Arts podcast is now on with the first series on...
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