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Visual artist Larry Walker (1935 - 2023) reflects on his earliest childhood memories in Georgia and New York, and the beginning of his journey as an artist.

Sounds from Soccer in the Streets' StationSoccer at the Kensington MARTA station

Sounds from Soccer in the Streets' StationSoccer at the Kensington MARTA station

Floyd interviews his mom in this special feature!

Floyd interviews his mom in this special feature!

Floyd interviews his mom in this special feature!

On my visit to Storm King Art Center, I captured a moment where the work of jazz pianist Jason Moran, author Toni Morrison, and visual artist Rashid Johnson intersected with one another.

Neda Abgahari is an arts powerhouse as an administrator and curator, and in this conversation we talk about how she got her start, the origin story behind The Creatives Project, surviving breast cancer, and the big ideas behind her future plans. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

George Gomez is one of the most talented designers I’ve ever met, with one of the most interesting backstories I’ve ever heard. In this conversation we talk about his New York roots, his path as a music manager, and how he ultimately ended up manifesting his creative energy through design. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Ellex Swavoni is a multidisciplinary artist who works primarily as a sculptor. In this conversation we learn about her love of toy art sculptures, the expansion of her work into public art, her Future Ancient style, and her evolving emphasis on music. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Singer/Songwriter Somalia has been on a journey, and with her 2020 release Never Enough Time, she found ways to capture some timeless R&B energy. In this conversation we talk about that release, her start in music and getting to know her own voice, and the big ideas for her future. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Robert Johnson is a photographer and user experience designer who has dedicated his life and career to crafting things in the visual landscape. In this conversation he discusses how he got started in photography, how he approaches his craft now, plus takes us behind the lens of one of his most popular photographs…the Muse of MARTA. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Bola Pace is a Paper Sculpture artist who creates amazing flowers and figures in her work. Bola and I first met when we both collaborated with visual artist Shanequa Gay for an exhibition installation in 2019, and in this conversation she discusses she is expanding her art practice, her influences, and her vision for the future. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Corrina Sephora is a multidisciplinary visual artist who primarily works as a sculptor and metalworker. In this conversation we discuss the early support she received as an artist in her family, some of the major themes of her work, and her big ideas for the future. Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Karen Comer Lowe is a multifaceted creative force--artist, curator, advisor, appraiser, administrator, mentor, thinker, and so much more. This Decatur, GA native has made connections and contributions throughout her journey that have established her as a beloved, trusted, and well-respected voice in the arts…among artists and audiences alike. In this conversation we learn about Karen’s art life and the moments and decisions that have guided her path. If you’re looking for more contemporary art dialogue, please check out Karen’s Creative Conversations series that she hosts via her Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/kcloartsy/ Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. More about Floyd Hall: https://floydcreates.com/