
monthly conversations with makers exploring creativity and why they make
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 81 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DesignVisual ArtsArts | |||

Why Make? Episode 77: Cyanotype
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This episode is the story of two artists, two very different approaches and a almost two hundred year old photographic process called Cyanotype or blue printing. J... more
Haystack at 75 An Experiment in Community and Education Why Make Today we’re sharing a piece we are calling “Haystack at 75 - An Experiment in Community and Education” in celebration of the school's 75th year. A conversation with Haystack executive... more
There are four unattributed voices in the podcast that I would also like to mention and they are in order of appearance, Adam John Manley of San Diego CA,
Lisa Geertsen Seattle WA, Jason Nemec Charlton NY and
M Craig Campbell of Ness Creek SK
Agai... more
Turning the Tables
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In Episode 74, my sister Johanna Zorn turns the table and interviews me about the podcast. This should be a familiar name to those who listen to the credits at the end of our e... more
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Very good Eric, I really enjoyed the episodes with Ellsworth! Looking forward to checking out the rest.
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The show centers on makers across visual arts, design, and craft, exploring the motivations, processes, and communities that drive creative practice. Conversations consistently emphasize collaboration, education, material experimentation, and the social impact of making—from collaborative art events to hands-on craft and furniture making. Notable is the show's willingness to cover both deeply technical aspects (woodworking, fiber, metalwork) and broader topics like pedagogy, risk in art, and the politics of craft, often through intimate, practitioner-focused storytelling that highlights community and mentorship. This mix makes it a strong fit for listeners who want actionable insights for maker practice, studio leadership, or craft-centered... more
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