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We grew up wanting to be the hero. The person who slayed the evil beast or rescued the people trapped behind enemy lines. Because heroes are cool, and the idea of a hero is woven into the stories we grow up reading and watching; heroes are the vibrant strands that permeate our cultural tapestry. But what happens when everyone wants to be the hero? Who is left to be saved or call for help or even remain in a position of need? Maybe there is something to be said for heroism of the unheroic.
This week, Ryan and Garreth sit down to talk to prolific painter Taylor A. White about his rigorous studio practice, the humor we can spread across our art, and the joy of non-heroic things actually becoming heroic.
Stream our documentary The Builder!
For a limited time, our documentary The Builder is available to stream on Vimeo! The film centers on the art scene in Richmond, Virginia, with a focus on Oregon Hill native and contractor Don Childress, who–to the surprise of many–has an incredible contemporary art collection. This collection includes work from Francisco Clemente, Ron Johnson, and Bill Fisher to name just a few. Check out more at The Builder’s website.
We are on Patreon!
All of our episodes are sponsored by all the fantastic people we are pleased to call our listeners. You’ve all been a great audience and we want to give you more: more content, more types of shows, and more in-depth talks with more of your favorite artists and designers. Even $1.00 a month can make a huge difference. Check out more at patreon.com/shockoeartspace.
Help Ken Gilbertson and Hatchback Gallery!
Our good friend Ken is trying to update Hatchback Gallery to better serve his new city and its art lovers. While he won’t let anyone touch the outside of the gallery, he does want to get a few new parts and build some new walls. We are helping Ken launch a GoFundMe; even a few bucks can be a big help!
Four Horsemen & the Apocalypse!
After a pandemic hiatus, Shockoe Artspace finally has a new exhibition! We have four phenomenal artists who are making some amazing work that will be shown from October to February. For more information, be sure to check out the Shockoe Artspace website.
