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Perceived Value

Sarah Rachel Brown
Penland School Of Craft
Brooklyn Metal Works
Specific Gravity
Penland Winter Residency
Mentorship
Education
Sustainable Practices
New York City Jewelry Week
Craft
Sojourner Truth
Beadwork
Gemology
Arcosanti
Metalsmithing
American Craft Council
Buffalo Nickel Creative
Munich Jewelry Week
Cancer
Andrew Glasgow Residency
Folayemi Wilson

Perceived Value is a podcast hosted by artist and journalist Sarah Rachel Brown, featuring radically transparent conversations about the financial and logistical realities of life as a working artist. Since 2017, the podcast has shared candid stories from makers, curators, and creative professionals worldwide, uncovering the behind-the-scenes challenges and strategies that shape sustainable artist... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes89Founded8 years ago
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In the 83rd episode of Perceived Value, host Sarah Rachel Brown begins her travels through Colombia with an in-depth conversation with Ana María Jiménez of Taller sin Bordes and the co-curator of the CONNECTOR exhibition.Broadcast from Medellín, this... more

A new season of Perceived Value begins on October 7, 2025, and it’s called CONNECTOR. This special series features interviews with Colombian artists that host Sarah Rachel Brown connected with during her first visit to Colombia earlier this year.The ... more

It's been well over a year since this interview was recorded, and it's finally seeing the light of day. Life happens - projects come up, and this wonderful conversation and a handful of others were recorded in 2023/2024 and never released. This backl... more

It's been well over a year since this interview was recorded, and it's finally seeing the light of day. Life happens, projects come up, and this wonderful conversation and a handful of others were recorded in 2023/2024 and never released. This backlo... more

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Recent Guests

Ana María Jiménez
Colombian artist and co-curator of the Connector exhibition
Episode: Season 9 Trailer: CONNECTOR
Brandon Lopez
Mexican-American artist and recent Core Fellow at the Penland School of Craft
Penland School of Craft
Episode: At the Core of It: Penland Core Fellowship Then & Now with Brandon Lopez
Erin S. Daily
Co-founder of Brooklyn Metal Works, an educational lab and exhibition space
Brooklyn Metal Works
Episode: All of Their Efforts: Erin S. Daily of Brooklyn Metal Works
David Chatt
Artist known for his intricate beadwork and sculptures
Episode: Drawing Attention to the Ordinary: Artist David Chatt
Zahra Almajidi
Metalsmith and artist based in Detroit, Michigan, specializing in traditional metalsmithing techniques and cultural heritage exploration.
Cranbrook Academy of Art
Episode: It's Not Appropriation When It's Your Culture: Zahra Almajidi
Lauren Kalman
Visual artist based in Detroit, specializing in craft, sculpture, video, photography, and performance.
Wayne State University
Episode: My Work Is Not Me: Lauren Kalman
Adam Grinovich
Jewelry artist and educator
Savannah College of Art and Design
Episode: Less Peaks, More Rolling Hills: Adam Grinovich
Shani Richards
Distinguished fellow and full-time metal artist
Episode: Penland Winter Residency: Distinguished Fellow Shani Richards
Rich Brown
Distinguished Fellow at Penland Winter Residency and ceramic artist
Ceramic Artist
Episode: Penland Winter Residency: Distinguished Fellow Rich Brown

Host

Sarah Rachel Brown
Artist and journalist known for her candid conversations about the realities of being a working artist, focusing on financial and logistical aspects of creative careers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • Listen to this podcast!

    Amazing podcast, human behind it, and I completely respect and agree with her opinion on doggos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    💎b💎
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    Sarah is an amazing woman with so much talent. I love the interview with her brother and so proud of them for working to mend their relationship and brave enough to do this podcast. Ben is a very talented artist as well. This artistic talent is very much a Brown talent. Love them both!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bright05
    United States2 years ago
  • Of extreme value to all makers and artists!

    I work alone in my jewellery studio in the Swedish forest while listening to this podcast and I feel connected to the whole world of contemporary jewellery among other topics! Learning so much, “meeting” new people and having a good time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frida176
    Sweden3 years ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    I LOVE this podcast! Candid, down to earth and inspiring. I’ve listened to most episodes several times and always pick up on something new with each listen. Great guests with really interesting careers and life paths. I love Sarah’s straight forward and open approach — asking on point questions about finances, life choices etc and offering insight and transparency into the creative/jewellery world. It’s given me a lot of inspiration and perspective and I’m always so excited when a new episode dr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RebeccaEnderby
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Love loveee

    I trulyyyy love this podcast !! Every episode has beeen inspirational to my own practice . The host’s voice is not just sexy but soothing and easy to hear and very transparent and facts we all need to hear as an artist !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mami - rica
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many find inspiration and community through the stories shared by various artists featured on the show.
The host's approachable style and insightful questions receive praise for making complex topics accessible.
Listeners appreciate the honest and candid discussions about the financial realities of being an artist.
The focus on sustainability and ethical practices in the arts resonates well with the audience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#200
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#224
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#8
Colombia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#92
Colombia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#117
Austria/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#189
New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts

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My First Connection: Ana María Jiménez of Taller sin Borde
Q: Are architects in Colombia well compensated?
It varies, but typically if an architect is good and has their own company, they can make a decent living.
My First Connection: Ana María Jiménez of Taller sin Borde
Q: How did you navigate getting to London and finding jobs?
I had a visa to study English, which allowed me to work in various jobs in London, including as an au pair.
My First Connection: Ana María Jiménez of Taller sin Borde
Q: What is the trajectory in Colombia's education system?
In Colombia, students typically attend the same school from ages four or five until they're 17 or 18, without the distinct divisions of elementary, middle, and high school common in the U.S.
Drawing Attention to the Ordinary: Artist David Chatt
Q: How do you approach pricing your artwork?
David shares that he attempts to price his work based on the time invested, comparing it to his hourly wage at a grocery store but also adjusting based on market comparison to ensure it is accessible yet reflective of the labor involved.
Drawing Attention to the Ordinary: Artist David Chatt
Q: Can you tell us about your journey into beadwork?
David explains that he started from a young age, drawing patterns that resembled beadwork and eventually transitioning to beadwork as a serious art form, particularly focusing on its artistic legitimacy.

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Recent guests on Perceived Value include:

1. Ana María Jiménez
2. Brandon Lopez
3. Erin S. Daily
4. David Chatt
5. Zahra Almajidi
6. Lauren Kalman
7. Adam Grinovich
8. Shani Richards

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