In this episode, hosts Leilu Hernandez, Davey Parks, and Deanne Sole discuss the dynamic workshops and artistic opportunities offered at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art, including hands-on activities like cyanotype dyeing and crochet. They highlight how these programs bring the community together, making art accessible to all, regardless of experience. The conversation delves into personal artistic journeys, the intersection of film and art, and the inspiration drawn from curating exhibitions. With a focus on inclusivity, collaboration, and creativity, the episode celebrates the museum's role in fostering a vibrant art culture in Las Vegas.

Join host Katie B Funk in a captivating discussion with artist Krystal Ramirez, whose work is featured in the "Contemporary Ex Votos: Devotion Beyond Medium" exhibition at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art. Krystal shares her artistic journey from Las Vegas, her inspirations, and the creative processes behind her large-scale installations. She delves into the challenges of creating and transporting her intricate pieces, balancing the business and creative sides of her practice, and her aspirations for the future. Discover how her devotion to her craft is reflected in her work, blending aesthetics with deep, thought-provoking narratives.

Dive into the vibrant world of zines with the A4 Zine Club as they discuss their passion for self-published magazines, their origins, and the diverse community surrounding them. From punk-inspired aesthetics to personal narratives, discover the creative process behind making and sharing zines, the history of the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art's zine library, and where to find these unique creations in Las Vegas. Whether you're a seasoned zine-ster or a newcomer curious about this underground art form, join the conversation and explore the boundless creativity of zine culture.

Join Deanne Sole and Martin Hackett on a captivating exploration of art, food, and memory in this episode of the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art radio show. Delve into the spoken word piece by artist Katie B. Funk, as Deanne reads and discusses the deeply personal themes woven into her work. From nostalgic childhood memories of nachos to the synergy between performance art and intimate spaces, discover how local artists intertwine their experiences with food, family, and storytelling. Explore the intersections of theater, visual arts, and performance as they reflect on the multifaceted nature of human expression and connection.

Inspired by The Emotional Show, MFA students ¡Katie B Funk! and Bailey Anderson talk about the powerful emotions that come with the practice of making art.

In this episode we chat with Isabelle Bellinghausen, the Executive Director of Poetry Promise Inc., and the poet Charlene Stegman Moskal, one of the organization’s Teaching Artists. They talk about the importance of connecting poets to the local community. “You can really see the difference in the students after they go do a live reading because they realize, I can make a life out of this. I can become a full-time artist,” says Bellinghausen.

In this episode we spoke with Modern Desert Markings co-curators, Katie Hoffman and Hikmet Sidney Loe. How did the exhibition begin? Who made that row of altered maps in the WorkShop Gallery? Listen in as the curators tell us more about the aims of the exhibition, outlining the role of Loe’s students and explaining the significance of Southern Nevada’s historic Land Art.

Interviewers: LeiAnn Huddleston, D.K. Sole
Interviewees: Katie Hoffman, Hikmet Sidney Loe

Modern Desert Markings: An Homage to Las Vegas Area Land Art was on view at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art from March 14 to July 8, 2023. Funding for this exhibition is generously provided by Nevadans for Cultural Preservation, Nevada Arts Council, Nevada Humanities, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and an Anonymous Donor.

Additional support was provided by the UNLV College of Fine Arts, the UNLV Department of Art, and the Nevada Museum of Art.

To learn more about the museum please click the link, UNLV Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art.
To learn more about NVFCP please click the link, Nevadans for Cultural Preservation.

In this episode we talk to The Neon Museum’s latest artist-in-residence, Thomas Putzier, and its Arts Programs Manager, Joanne (JK) Russ. Putzier comes to Las Vegas from his home base in Minneapolis. What is it like for a Las Vegas newcomer to “experience the city through making art”? What is he planning to do with the Stardust sign? And what can he tell us about his Circle of Introspective Agency, the hot pink community engagement installation that appeared in the Marjorie Barrick Museum’s West Gallery for a single day in January? Listen in and find out. Plus, Russ talks to us about the residency program and what it means for Las Vegas.

Interviewer: LeiAnn Huddleston

Interviewee: Joanne (JK) Russ, Thomas Putzier

Our partnership program with The Neon Museum is supported in part by Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, National Endowment for the Arts, and Foundation for Contemporary Arts.