ARTIST PROFILES

The Private Life and Public Art of Lindsey Warren

July 19, 2023

Lindsey Warren is an American artist, born and raised in Los Angeles. She graduated from Boston University, earning a BFA in 2004 and MFA in 2008. Lindsey’s paintings have been exhibited throughout the United States with recent shows in New York City,…

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Everything is Better Strange: An Interview with LA Band, James Supercave

July 19, 2023

James Supercave made their Pasadena debut at Make Music Pasadena this past June. Headlining the festival, they were the last band on the Colorado Main Stage and offered a great closing performance that day. Lead singer and guitarist, Joaquin Pastor, Patrick Logohetti (keyboard),…

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Armory Teaching Artist: Michelle Wiener

July 19, 2023

Michelle Wiener, www.michellewiener.com received her BA in painting at the College of Creative Studies, UC Santa Barbara and her MFA in Fine Arts from Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, CA. She is also an alumna of the Ryman Arts program.  Her work ranges from…

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5 Quotes for Surviving a Fulfilling Lifetime of Creativity by Marco Menendez

July 19, 2023

Marco Menendez for “Along The Way” a series about working artists. 1. “Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.” –Mark TwainLet’s get this one out of the way.…

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Faith in the Creative Endeavor – Mark Salzman

July 19, 2023

No one word or label can characterize the many creative pursuits of Mark Salzman. Yes, he’s a musician, and a writer too, but he is also a teacher and a Kung Fu master along with many other descriptors. Artzray interviewed…

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Carlos Nieto III – Mixing Art, Culture and Day of the Dead

July 19, 2023

Carlos Nieto III finds beauty in Day of the Dead celebrations. As the fall arrives, chances are good that you will see Dia de los Muertos celebrations popping up around your community. From dancing to face painting to sugar skull candies, the…

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The Line Art Challenge – Alex Negrea

July 19, 2023

Creativity has no boundaries, geographic or otherwise, which is what the 15 international artists of The Line Art Challenge, set out to prove when they embarked on an artistic feat to each produce 100 sketches in 100 days. Based in 11…

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Fashion Forward – Photographer Jon Wong

July 19, 2023

Breaking into the LA fashion photography industry takes hard work and focus but Jon Wong is on the move and taking his career to the next level. His compelling portraits and distinct style make him a stand out in a competitive market.…

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Top 10 Best Animated TV Shows From Chuck Sheetz

July 19, 2023

Chuck Sheetz knows a thing or two about careers in animation as an Emmy Award-winning Director of The Simpsons and Professor at UCLA Theater Film and Television. These are his picks for  the top 10 TV shows he thinks young animators should watch…

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Wildlife Photographer India Bulkeley Is Living the Wild Life

July 19, 2023

India Bulkeley followed her passion. Now she is a wildlife photographer living in Kenya, seeking nature’s most candid moments and working the best job in the world. Behind the scenes, she is building her social media following along with her artistic…

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