Canvas Commentary Podcast | Featuring Orion Cho

In this episode of Canvas Commentary Podcast, host Derek Jackson sits down with Louisiana-based multidisciplinary artist Orion Cho to explore the stories, emotions, and experiences behind her creative practice.

Working with painting and mixed media, Orion explores memory, identity, transformation, and emotional resilience through layered surfaces, organic forms, and abstraction. Inspired by the natural world and the complexities of womanhood, her work embraces experimentation, change, and the power of personal reflection.

Join us for a conversation about the creative process, the intersection of personal experiences and collective histories, and how art can foster meaningful connections and dialogue.

Connect with Orion Cho:

• Website: https://orion-cho.web.app/
• Instagram: @orioncho4828

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Canvas Commentary Podcast | Episode 11: Kylie Michele

In Episode 11 of Canvas Commentary, I sit down with Kylie Michele, a self-taught oil painter whose vibrant, feminine artwork explores resilience, identity, independence, and transformation.

We talk about how life experiences can shape our creative journeys, the power of embracing our authentic selves, and how art can become a way to reclaim our strength and inspire others. Kylie’s work invites viewers to connect with their emotions, celebrate individuality, and discover beauty in personal growth.

Join us for a conversation about art, empowerment, and the courage to create a life that feels true to who you are.

Follow Kylie Michele:
Instagram: @kyliemicheleart
Website: https://kyliemicheleart.com

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In this episode of Canvas Commentary, host Derek Jackson sits down with figurative painter and printmaker John Fitzsimmons. With more than sixty years dedicated to art, John shares his thoughts on the lifelong pursuit of painting, the role of the human figure in his work, and the creative questions that continue to drive him into the studio every day.

The conversation explores John's artistic journey, his approach to figurative painting, the relationship between painting and printmaking, and his belief that some ideas and emotions can only be expressed through images rather than words. From his influences and creative process to the challenges and rewards of a life devoted to art, this episode offers an insightful look into the mind of a veteran artist.

Learn more about John and view his work at JohnFitzsimmonsArt.com

Follow John on Instagram: @johnfitzsimmons99

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