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💰This episode is sponsored by Corning Museum of Glass!

Hello Lightning Tamers, Percy here, this is episode number 64! In today's podcast, I’m excited to welcome Rïse Peacock, an artist, curator, and educator with over a decade of experience in the educational and nonprofit art sectors. Currently the first Curatorial Fellow of Postwar and Contemporary Glass at the Corning Museum of Glass. Rïse approaches curating, teaching, and artmaking from an interdisciplinary perspective, with a specific focus on queer histories, material culture, and luminous phenomena. They have curated notable exhibitions such as Big Mood and the Women Create Biennial in Jamestown, NY. Today, we’ll dive into Rïse’s curatorial work, their artistic journey, and their fascination with light-based art, including the significance of Geissler tubes CMoG's collection.

Welcome to the podcast Rïse Peacock!

Music Credits

• Preview - Retro by ONE

• The opening theme -Taming Lightning by Trav B. Ryan

• Spoonsor - Good2Go by ONE

• Credits - Walking by Ras-Hop

Episode Time Stamps

[0:31] Sponsored by the Corning Museum

[1:52] Introducing Rise Peacock

[4:13] The Role of a Curatorial Fellow

[7:59] Exhibition Development and Artist Advocacy

[9:31] Understanding Geissler Tubes

[15:09] Historical Significance of Geyser Tubes

[19:58] Geissler Tubes and Artistic Practice

[24:02] The Intersection of Art and Curation

[27:32] Exploring Luminous Phenomena

[32:24] Materiality and Light in Art

[36:51] Navigating Interdisciplinary Practices

[41:36] Curatorial Challenges with Light Works

[47:14] Merging Art and Curation

[49:50] Dismantling the Curatorial Lore

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Guest Instagram: @dani.kaes

Hello, Lightning Tamers! Percy here, and welcome to episode 63 of the Taming Lightning Podcast. Today, I’m thrilled to chat with “Dani” Kaes, a talented light artist and educator based in Seattle, Washington.

With a degree in Biochemistry from the University of Puget Sound, Dani brings a scientific lens to her neon practice. She’s also a passionate educator, deeply committed to open access to information, ensuring the neon community continues to grow and evolve, sharing her knowledge at places like Pilchuck Glass School, the Museum of Neon Art, and the Glass Art Society.

In this episode, we’ll take a lightning round of different topics—like how different gases influence the colors we see in neon art, why color theory is such a big part of the process, and nd the science behind vacuum systems and gas mixtures. We’ll also get into some of the more technical topics like getters (or whatever Dani prefers to call them), Penning mixtures, and ionization efficiency—but don’t worry, Dani has a knack for making it all easy to follow.

We’ll also hear how her scientific background has shaped her artistic approach, the questions in neon she’s still curious to explore, and—of course—we’ll talk The Boy, her energetic furball of feline who’s always by her side.

So, settle in for a great conversation with someone who’s not just making neon art but also advancing the craft with curiosity, humor, and a scientific edge.

Welcome to the podcast, Dani Kaes!

Time Stamps

• [0:28] Introduction to Dani Kays
• [4:19] Dani's Artistic Journey
• [7:01] Exploring Color Theory
• [11:06] The Science of Gases
• [16:41]Understanding O-Rings
• [19:17] Getters in Neon Production
• [22:59] The Impact of Temperature
• [26:09] Gas Mixtures and Their Effects
• [31:12] The Boy: Dani's Feline Companion
• [39:48] Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes

Music credits

• Preview - Retro by ONE

• The opening theme -Taming Lightning by Trav B. Ryan

• Credits - Walking by Ras-Hop

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Instagram @taminglightning

Support on Patreon.com/taminglightning

Guest Instagram: @willcox.studio

Hello Lightning Tamers, Percy here, and this is episode number 62. In today's podcast, I'll be joined by Jacob Willcox a young and experienced neon bender, artist, and educator from Tacoma, Washington. Jacob's journey with glass and light began in 2012 through the Hilltop Artists program. He went on to earn his BFA with concentrations in glass and neon from Alfred University in 2021. Currently, Jacob works in sales at a sign shop, where he continues to blend his artistic insights with his professional role.

So, get ready to dive into an illuminating conversation as we explore Jacob's artistic journey, the balance between creativity and business, and his unique perspective on the future of neon in the modern world of signage.

Welcome to the podcast Jacob Willcox!

Time Stamps

• [0:54] Introduction to Neon and Jacob's Journey
• [2:17] Class Reflections and Experiences
• [6:46] Transition to Professional Neon Bending
• [10:36] The Allure of Neon
• [13:31] Balancing Multiple Roles
• [20:47] Bridging Art and Signage
• [23:29] Perspectives on LED vs. Neon
• [27:53] Future Visions for Neon Art
• [29:54] The Importance of Community Accessibility
• [32:31] Conclusion and Gratitude

Music credits

• Preview - Retro by ONE

• The opening theme -Taming Lightning by Trav B. Ryan

• Credits - Walking by Ras-Hop