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Paper Talk is an ongoing series of interviews by Helen Hiebert featuring artists and professionals who are working in the field of hand papermaking.

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Mia Semingson received her MFA in photography and electronic media from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her work has been exhibited internationally in Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala, and France as well as nationally. Mia taught photography and bo... more

John Risseeuw received his BS, MA, and MFA degrees in printmaking from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in1968, 1972, and 1973, respectively. Risseeuw is Emeritus Professor of Art at Arizona State University where he taught printmaking, book arts,... more

John Babcock lives and works at his studio near Santa Cruz,California, where he creates works using primarily paper as his medium. His work has been shown in over thirty major art museums in the United States and Europe. Most recently, his work was i... more

Tran Hong Nhung is the founder of Zo Project, a social enterprise, which preserves, supports, and expands Vietnamese traditional paper and papermaking techniques in a sustainable and creative way.

Zó Paper is run by a dynamic young team who wish to ... more

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Recent Guests

Mia Semingson
Co-owner of Two Hands Paperie; artist and educator
Two Hands Paperie
Episode: Mia Semingson
John Babcock
Artist specializing in hand papermaking, showcasing works in major art museums.
Episode: John Babcock
Tran Hong Nhung
Founder of Zo Project, a social enterprise focusing on traditional Vietnamese paper
Zo Project
Episode: Tran Hong Nhung
Denise Jill Marshall
A landscape photographer with over 45 years of experience, known for her work in integrating weaving techniques with photography.
Blue Skies Above Photography
Episode: Denise Jill Marshall
Lee McDonald
A papermaker with a long history of making tools.
No Name Yet Paper Mill
Episode: Lee McDonald
Naomi J. Kendall
Artist and recent winner of the Evolver Magazine Prize
Episode: Naomi Kendall
Paulina Johnson
Artist and educator with over 20 years in arts and graphic design.
Pine Moon Fine Art
Episode: Paulina Johnson
Carole Kunstadt
Artist known for her works that reference antique books and use paper in metaphorical ways.
Episode: Carole Kunstadt
Dorothy McGuinness
Contemporary basket weaver and author of The Art of Contemporary Woven Paper Basketry.
Episode: Dorothy McGuinness

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Helen Hiebert
Host of Paper Talk

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Thank you!

    So glad you are doing this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fungi fun!!
    United States4 years ago
  • Paula Krieg

    So inspiring! I have been making books for many years but thinking about how math relates to the practice was very inspiring. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meallybug
    United States5 years ago
  • Love it

    A beautiful topic with few sources to learn and share experiences. It is a pleasure to find this podcast 👏🏼😻.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Yourmung
    Colombia6 years ago
  • Thank you!

    So glad you’re doing this and making it available to papermakers, artists, and enthusiasts. I’ve learned so much from recent episodes already and looking forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    e-m-b-e-e
    United States7 years ago

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A beautiful topic with few sources to learn and share experiences; a must for paper artists.
Thoughtful, inspiring for papermakers and artists alike.
I've learned so much about math and technique from recent episodes.

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#208
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#165
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#36
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#71
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#172
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Matt LaBoone
Q: How do you emphasize the use of quality paper in origami?
LaBoone stresses that good quality paper is essential for achieving intricate folds in origami creations.
Matt LaBoone
Q: What led you to pursue papermaking?
He realized that most commercially available papers were not suitable for origami, which led him to explore papermaking.
Matt LaBoone
Q: How did you get into origami?
LaBoone shares that he was artsy as a child and started learning origami from a foreign exchange student on the school bus, which sparked his interest.
Dorothy McGuinness
Q: What drew you to making baskets and when did you get started?
Dorothy got interested in basket making after taking her first class in 1987, intrigued by the three-dimensional nature of the craft.
Marianne Guély
Q: What are some notable projects you've worked on?
Marianne discusses her work on a wedding decoration at the Paris Opera House and an installation for Cartier's Trinity Collection, detailing the creative processes and materials used.

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A thoughtful, artist-focused series featuring deep dives with hand papermaking practitioners, educators, and designers. Episodes explore techniques, materials, and the intersection of paper with art, sculpture, and craft, often highlighting sustainability, cultural heritage, and community through workshops and collaborations. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on technique, storytelling, and mentorship, making it a strong fit for listeners who want practical craft insights, historical context, and inspiration from a global community of papermakers and paper artists.

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1. Mia Semingson
2. John Babcock
3. Tran Hong Nhung
4. Denise Jill Marshall
5. Lee McDonald
6. Naomi J. Kendall
7. Paulina Johnson
8. Carole Kunstadt

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