Welcome to "The Truth In This Art," hosted by Rob Lee, a Baltimore-based podcast unraveling the stories behind diverse artists from Charm City and beyond. Since its 2019 inception, the show dynamically explores the creative landscape, spotlighting performers, writers, visual artists, cultural workers, and more. Rob Lee guides listeners through insightful interviews and behind-the-scenes discussions, offering a glimpse into the intricate processes of the art world. This podcast isn't just a platform; it's a movement, breaking geographical boundaries to amplify voices and celebrate the universal expression of the human experience through arts, culture, and community. Join Rob Lee on this journey, where the truth in this art knows no bounds.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 28 days 4 hours 20 minutes
episode 1: Urban Art Unveiled: Gaia's Journey from Street Murals to Global Acclaim
Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in a meaningful conversation with Gaia, the renowned American street artist, who is celebrated for his large-scale murals exhibited worldwide. A graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, Gaia's works have graced prestigious venues like The Baltimore Museum of Art and the Civil and Human Rights Museum in Atlanta...
episode 1: Girl You Crazy's (GYC) Musical Journey and Artistic Vision in Baltimore
Welcome to "The Truth in This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee, and I’m thrilled to introduce our next guest: Girl You Crazy (GYC), the talented musical artist hailing from Baltimore. With a diverse range of interests in art and musical genres, GYC is an artist, musician, and producer who believes in the power of ideas...
episode 2: The Radiant Vision: Exploring Glenford Nunez' Captivating Artistry in Baltimore
Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in a meaningful conversation with Glenford Nunez, a Baltimore-based artist, photographer, and creative thinker dedicated to crafting beautiful and practical images and ideas. With a diverse creative practice spanning photography, painting, and 3D work, Glenford's artistic journey led him to leave a successful web programming career behind in pursuit of his passion for photography...
episode 3: Empowering the Essence: Unveiling Baltimore's Visual Storyteller with Sydney J. Allen
In this episode of the podcast, join host Rob Lee as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Sydney J. Allen, also known as aBaltimoregriot, is a Baltimore-based visual storyteller and photographer who is deeply passionate about capturing the essence and community spirit of black folk living in the city. With a focus on portrait and documentary photography, she skillfully highlights the beauty and intimacy of black life, while challenging stereotypes and empowering black communities...
episode 4: Unveiling Crime & Corruption: Inside the Journey of Justin Fenton, Baltimore's Esteemed Reporter
Meet Justin Fenton, an esteemed reporter for The Baltimore Sun since 2005, who has dedicated the past 13 years to covering crime and police accountability. Recognized for his groundbreaking work, Justin's investigations exposed alarming revelations about the Baltimore Police Department, including the highest rate of discarded rape complaints in the country. He has covered high-profile cases such as the death of Freddie Gray and the corruption scandal within the Gun Trace Task Force...
episode 5: Capturing Baltimore's Essence: A Meaningful Conversation with Documentary Photographer Isaiah Winters
Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in a meaningful conversation with Isaiah Winters, a talented documentary photographer and conceptual artist based in Brooklyn, New York City, and Baltimore. With a focus on architecture, social landscapes, and analog photography, Isaiah's work exudes a nostalgic and romantic essence...
episode 6: Empowering African American Portraiture: Unveiling the Artistic Journey of Monica Ikegwu
Monica Ikegwu is a Baltimore-based artist with a remarkable talent for African American portraiture, using vivid colors, intricate textures, and innovative compositions to capture the essence and power of her subjects...
episode 7: Capturing the Essence of Black Culture: An Inspiring Conversation with Diamond Dixon
Meet Diamond Dixon, a published Portrait & Editorial Photographer hailing from Norfolk, VA, and raised in P.G. County, Maryland. With a keen eye for artistry, Diamond specializes in music, editorial, portrait photography, and media production. Her passion lies in capturing the strength, passion, and beauty of her subjects in every image...
episode 8: Bizarre Baltimore Unveiled: Exploring Oddities, Curiosities, and Unique Treasures with Greg Hatem
Welcome to "The Truth In This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee. In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with Greg Hatem, the co-owner and co-founder of Bizarre Baltimore, a one-of-a-kind store founded in 2013 by him and Brian Henry, both originally from the Baltimore area. Bizarre started as a small-scale retail experiment in the Hampden neighborhood, offering a fascinating array of natural history specimens, medical and funerary antiques, natural home goods, jewelry, and prints...
episode 9: Unlocking Baltimore's Creative Soul: A Conversation with Aaron Brown, Cultural Producer & Creative Consultant
In this episode of the podcast, join host Rob Lee as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Aaron Brown. He is a Baltimore-based cultural producer, creative consultant, and polymath. He is known for his work in the arts community, particularly in the visual arts and music scene. Aaron is passionate about promoting Baltimore as a creative hub and helping artists and creatives improve their business acumen...