Deane V. Bowers, Artists Giving Back to Frontline Medical Workers
Art Heals All Wounds
10/19/22
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Today, I’m joined by Deane Bowers, a mixed media artist who creates environmental folk art with found objects. She’s the driving force behind the Together While Apart Artwork, which is a collective quilt-like art project made up of 35 squares, each square six inches by six inches. However, instead of fabric, each piece is made from recycled cardboard. In our conversation, we talk about what inspired the project, details about the piece, and how she’s using it to create awareness and raise money for the well being of nurses.
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Topics Covered:
● The story behind how Deane started making art from recycled materials
● Deane’s process for finding artists who wanted to participate in the project
● The amazing public reception, including a feature in The Smithsonian Institution online exhibit
● The emotional toll that so many nurses experience
● Why it’s so important to have art in healthcare setting
Guest Info:
● The Together While Apart Art Project
● Please consider making a donation to help support nurses across the country: The Together While Apart Project’s 2020 Thank You Campaign To Benefit and Honor Nurses
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Previous Episode
Claudia Marulanda, Creating New Narratives with Art
October 12, 2022
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Today, I’m joined by Claudia Marulanda, a New York City-based visual artist and educator. Claudia describes how she hit an emotional rock bottom and turned to her colored pencils and paint brushes to process her feelings. She’s expanding her reach by leading a series of workshops and art programs that encourage participants to build awareness around their emotions and channel their energy into a creative outlet. In our conversation, we discuss how Claudia uses art as a way to heal from within, connect with herself spiritually, and help others do the same.
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Topics Covered:
● How Claudia managed to reframe the pain and depression she was experiencing through her art
● Discovering a sense of safety and clarity through a creative process
● Using art as a way to create new narratives and gain new perspectives
● The story behind how Claudia started weaving elements of hair into her drawings and paintings
● Why Claudia created a series of workshops and art programs, and what she hopes people will gain from them
Resources Mentioned:
● The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
Guest Info:
● Claudia's Website
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Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault
Today, I’m joined by Robbi Stevens and Esme Pellegrini to talk about the overarching themes of their upcoming short film, The Nightingale. Robbi is the writer and director, and Esme plays the lead role of Grace.
Based on true events, the film follows 22-year-old Grace as she navigates post-traumatic stress disorder and life after sexual assault. Robbi, Esme, and I discuss what inspired them to bring this story to life, how Esme prepared for such an intense role, and what they hope viewers will take away from this film.
For the past decade, Robbi has worked closely with various non-profits that support survivors of sexual assault and sex trafficking. As an acting coach and founder of RAaW acting school, she created her signature style called the “Stevens Technique.” The practice helps actors dive deeper into themselves and feel supported as they take on new roles. Esme describes what her experience was like in that training and how it helped her embody the role of Grace in The Nightingale.
As heart-wrenching as the topic of sexual assault is, The Nightingale is ultimately a story of hope, strength, and healing. Robbi explains why she wanted to adapt this story and inspire people in a similar position to seek support. Listen in to hear Robbi and Esme’s reflections on the film and where you can learn more about it.
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Topics Covered:
● What drew Robbi and Esme into this story
● The types of trainings and exercises that Robbi teaches at RAaW
● How the Stevens Technique facilitates trust between actors and directors
● Using art as a tangible way to express emotions and communicate
● Robbi’s mission and vision for the film
Guest Info:
● The Nightingale Film Twitter
● The Nightingale Film Instagram
● RAaW London
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● Art Heals All Wounds Website
● Art Heals All Wounds Instagram
● Art Heals All Wounds Twitter
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