on the Artist’s self-anointing
In this episode, host Ash speaks with interdisciplinary artist Leeza Meksin about her journey as an artist, her creative practices, and her new project, Oracle for Brutalist Architecture. They explore themes of artistic identity, the importance of grounding practices, and the impact of environment on creativity. Meksin shares her insights on the role of portrait painting in her work, the significance of intuition in the creative process, and her desire to bring ancient practices into academic spaces. The conversation highlights the connection between art, community, and emotional health.
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Artist photo credit: CHANEL MATSUNAMI GOVREAU
JACKSON
on becoming a creative channel
In this episode, host Ash engages in a profound conversation with artist Peggy Jackson, exploring her personal journey, the significance of sacred geometry in her work, and the spiritual dimensions of creativity. Peggy shares insights into her process of creation and the interplay between precision, discernment, and play.
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Selected work from Peggy Jackson’s recent collection: ‘Gathering the Chorus’
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