Memphis Material
Memphis Material
Podcast Description
An oral history project chronicling the stories of the visual arts in Memphis, Tennessee. Memphis Material is a podcast celebrating the personal histories, intimate stories, and the studio practices of some of the people who help shape the creative landscape of our city.
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The podcast focuses on themes surrounding the visual arts, personal narratives, and studio practices, with episodes featuring artists like Pinkney Herbert discussing their creative processes and influences, and Chuck Johnson exploring the evolution of his artistic style from neo-expressionism to abstract forms, highlighting the interconnection between personal experiences and artistic expression.
An oral history project chronicling the stories of the visual arts in Memphis, Tennessee. Memphis Material is a podcast celebrating the personal histories, intimate stories, and the studio practices of some of the people who help shape the creative landscape of our city.
From Elizabeth’s great website:
Elizabeth Alley, a painter and sketcher from Memphis, explores vulnerable landscapes through on-location sketching to create painting and drawing installations. She received a BFA from University of Memphis, and has shown her work locally and regionally at Crosstown Arts, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, the Nashville International Airport, and Wavelength Gallery in Chattanooga. In 2025, she participated in the Arctic Circle residency, and worked with four artist friends to open ShapeShifter Art School and Gallery.
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