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Artwork for Sound and Vision

Sound and Vision

Brian Alfred
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New York City
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Visual Arts
Contemporary Art
Art Education
New York
Los Angeles
Art Community
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Esteban Jefferson
Columbia University

Brian Alfred sits down with artists and musicians to discuss their process and inspiration in their creative life.

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Episode 528 / Beverly Fishman

Beverly Fishman is an artist born in 1955 in Philadelphia, who lives and works in Detroit. She received her Master of Fine Arts in 1980 from Yale University and her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Philadelphia College of... more

Episode 527 / Erica Westenberger

Erica Westenberger is a New Orleans–based interdisciplinary artist whose practice spans drawing, sculpture, painting, and installation. Her work builds immersive scenes shaped by apprehension, longing, and care, expl... more

Episode 526 / Xavier Tavera

Xavier Tavera has had a passion for portraiture for most of his life as a way to engage with people and their stories. His work oscillates between documentary and the imagined with the sole purpose of telling a story. Aft... more

Episode 525 / Madeline Ludwig-Leone

Madeline Ludwig-Leone is a Los Angeles-based visual artist working primarily in painting. She received an MFA in Fine Art from ArtCenter College of Design and a BA in Fine Art and American Studies from Yale Univer... more

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Recent Guests

Beverly Fishman
Artist known for pharmaceutical-inspired sculpture and painting
Independent artist
Episode: Beverly Fishman
Erica Westenberger
New Orleans-based interdisciplinary artist
Independent artist
Episode: Erica Westenberger
Xavier Tavera
Photographer focusing on portraiture and Latino diaspora narratives
Episode: Xavier Tavera
Madeline Ludwig-Leone
Los Angeles-based visual artist working primarily in painting
Episode: Madeline Ludwig-Leone
Diane Briones Williams
Artist; Philippines-born, Los Angeles-based; research-based practitioner exploring fragmented histories, cultural memory, and diasporic identity
Independent artist; affiliated with Future Fair and Official Welcome galleries
Episode: Diane Briones Williams
Claudia Doring Baez
Artist; based in New York City; born in Mexico City
Independent visual artist
Episode: Claudia Doring Baez
Chenlu Hou
Artist specializing in ceramics and installation
Harvard Ceramics (resident) and RISD (visiting critic)
Episode: Chenlu Hou & Chiara No
Chiara No
Artist working across ceramics, sculpture, and related media
Based in Vermont
Episode: Chenlu Hou & Chiara No
Kayla Witt
Artist, based in Los Angeles; born in Calgary, Canada
Episode: Kayla Witt

Host

Brian Alfred
Host of Sound and Vision, Brian Alfred engages with artists and musicians to discuss their creative processes and inspirations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 418 ratings
  • Focused

    I would love if he asked much more about the artist’s process from start to finish and how they come up with their imagery, and in general what they think about while in the studio. It would be great if he started with that and THEN meandered. As is, sometimes the conversation never leads to substantive studio talk. I also wish he spoke less about himself and focused more on the artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    victoya91
    United States8 months ago
  • It’s a joy!

    I am so happy to have stumbled upon this podcast. Host Brian Alfred brings genuine warmth and gentle humour to these compelling, conversations with artists and effortlessly creates an intimate airspace that always leads to something golden (…see what I did there ;) at some point in the dialogue. Alfred gets under the surface of the artwork without pretension which allows the listener to have an often very relatable experience of what it is to be an artist making work today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Formaleigh
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing

    I love this podcast! The inclusion of music alleviates the focus on purely the visual which could get oppressive. An interesting take. All of the stories and personal histories are wonderful to hear and are inspiring. Occasionally the host’s view towards Christianity gets a bit bitter but he’s otherwise kind, generous, and a funny, delightful interlocutor👏.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erawm
    United States2 years ago
  • Melisgal

    This is without a doubt my favorite contemporary art podcast. I feel like I’m in the same room as Brian & the artists he interviews. Conversations wander in many directions but always include educational influences, stories of growing up & dealing with issues that helped & hindered artistic careers & music. Brian is the ultimate interview. He knows when to just listen & how to draw out ideas from introverted guests. His liberal arts background as well as working artist life style really shines i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melisgal
    United States3 years ago
  • Mini biographies of bright, interesting artists

    I love learning about how different artists made it work. Brian Alfred gets smart, talented artists on this pod and asks good questions. Fun, informative, and makes creative people feel at home. Perfect for studio listening!! Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orange Featherrr
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast features a great selection of guests, with many finding it informative and inspiring, particularly for artists themselves.
Critics point out that the host sometimes focuses too much on his personal story rather than the guests, suggesting a need for balance in conversations.
Listeners appreciate the host's warmth and humor in guiding conversations with artists, fostering an intimate atmosphere. They enjoy the depth of discussions about artistic processes, achieving a relatable experience.

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#102
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#43
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#41
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Apple Podcasts
#137
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Apple Podcasts
#216
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Apple Podcasts
#34
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Xavier Tavera
Q: How do you balance controlled setups with the serendipity of photography?
There are moments of meticulous planning and moments of spontaneous interaction; both coexist to create images that feel authentic and charged with narrative energy.
Xavier Tavera
Q: What drew you to photograph Dolores Huerta specifically, and what was the experience like?
The opportunity felt monumental; after long efforts and negotiations, being in the room with her and hearing her stories made clear why this work matters and how a single portrait can carry a lifetime of history.
Xavier Tavera
Q: How did sports, music, and community influence your path into photography?
They formed the social and cultural fabric that fed my eye—sports taught timing and movement, music taught rhythm and mood, and community provided the humans and stories that I want to document.
Claudia Doring Baez
Q: How did Claudia transition from working in film to focusing on painting?
She shifted after a period of working in film sets with Martin Scorsese as a PA, recognizing the intense coordination required in cinema and choosing to pursue painting and formal art education, which eventually led to advanced study at the New York Studio School.
Claudia Doring Baez
Q: What is Claudia's relationship to music and how does it influence her painting?
Claudia describes painting as inseparable from music, using varied playlists to enter the creative zone, preferring non-familiar Swedish-inflected sounds and mariachi when appropriate to evoke mood and rhythm in her studio practice.

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Engaging heartfelt conversations with artists and musicians take center stage, exploring their unique journeys through creativity and inspiration. Each episode invites listeners into intimate dialogues that shed light on the complexities and personal stories behind artistic expression. Notably, the series highlights diverse backgrounds and experiences, offering insights into the artistic process from living in different environments to the interplay of music and visual arts, creating a distinct, multifaceted listening experience.

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Recent guests on Sound and Vision include:

1. Beverly Fishman
2. Erica Westenberger
3. Xavier Tavera
4. Madeline Ludwig-Leone
5. Diane Briones Williams
6. Claudia Doring Baez
7. Chenlu Hou
8. Chiara No

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