Everyone has a story to tell and I love hearing those stories. In this episode of Covering Creative Cuenca, I had the opportunity to chat with Karla Freeman, Cuenca based master storyteller and storytelling coach. Join me for this wonderful conversation. Karla Freeman Storyteller - Website idiomART - Facebook Page La Guarida - Facebook Page...
Mar 16, 2023•42 min
I am always so proud of the arts community in Ecuador and the many ways that they contribute to the country and to our beautiful city of Cuenca. I recently had a conversation with Cuenca based artist Janda Grove to learn about an amazing initiative to help Asociacion Mujeres con Exito. Mujeres Con Exito (Women with Success) as it is known locally provides safety, food and housing, medical treatment, counseling, and job training to victimized women. Join me to learn more about this amazing organi...
Feb 15, 2023•29 min
It was such an honor to chat with actress, comedian, vocalist, and Broadway performer Cindy Benson. You may have seen her perform, now hear her amazing story. Join me!
Oct 01, 2022•39 min
I love pottery, so I was very excited when Alessandro DeLizza came to idiomART for a pop-up demonstration and sale of his work. I immediately asked him chat with me on Covering Creative Cuenca. Join me for this terrific conversation with master potter, Alessandro DeLizza. LInks: Burning World Pottery - Facebook Page Burning World Pottery - Website...
Aug 29, 2022•21 min
Changing the perception of a neighborhood: That is one of the goals of the murals project in the Convención 45 neighborhood of Cuenca, Ecuador. Join me for a conversation with Andrés Zambrano as he shares his perspectives on this wonderful project. Links: La Guarida - Facebook Page
Jul 16, 2022•25 min•Ep. 25
I wanted to find out everything there is to know about idiomART's upcoming move. So, I reached out to Sarah HB to get all of the details. Join me! Links: idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page
May 05, 2022•27 min
I am back after some time off from the podcast with a new episode of Covering Creative Cuenca. In this episode I chat with my friend Sarah HB. I wanted to talk with Sarah about the past several months since she assumed the role of proprietor at idiomART and about her plans for the future of this Cuenca center for the arts. We also chatted about the upcoming exhibition of my street photography "In Plain Sight". Join me! Email Sarah at: idiomartcuenca@gmail.com idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Cr...
Feb 25, 2022•44 min
Moya Foley has lived in Ecuador for forty-two years and has had a remarkable life of adventure, creativity and art. I have been looking forward to this interview for a very long time! Join me for a fascinating conversation with Moya as we learn about her life and art. Links: Moya Foley Art Ecuador - Website idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Oct 13, 2021•33 min
I love when people get new opportunities to explore their creative side and learn a new artistic skill. In the very near future, Cuenca will have a new venue for us to develop those skills and at the same time, give back to the community. Such a great idea! Join me as I chat with Mike Lella about his new venture, El Lugar Del Arte. El Lugar! Links: El Lugar Del Arte - Website Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Sep 13, 2021•30 min
I always enjoy chatting with Cuenca based artist Daniel Williams. The conversations are always fascinating and often surprising. Join me as Daniel and I talk about his upcoming exhibition, "Jaded". You won't want to miss this one. Links: Another Daniel Williams Art - Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Sep 06, 2021•47 min
I have been blessed to call idiomART my home away from home for several years and I know that many other Cuenca residents have felt the same way. With Sarah Hanenbauer as the new proprietor of IA, I wanted to hear about her plans for for the future. Join me as we chat about what we can all expect in the coming months at one of Cuenca's favorite places. ***spoiler alert*** There are very cool things ahead! Links: idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Sep 02, 2021•33 min
Recently, each day seems to come with another dose of difficult news. But, there are many in Ecuador and here in Cuenca that work tirelessly to help meet the challenges we face and bring some good news. Many in our arts community, despite facing their own challenges during the pandemic are working to support those organizations. I wanted to find out more about one of those organizations. Join me as I sit down with Garry Vatcher, director of Hogar de Esperanza to find out more about this great or...
Aug 13, 2021•37 min
In this episode of Covering Creative Cuenca I chat with local musician and vocalist, Deb Davis. Deb represents much of what I love about the arts community here in Ecuador. Deb really found her voice after moving to Cuenca and uses her talents to give back to our community. Join me for a fascinating conversation with Deb Davis. Links: Deb Davis Music - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Jul 31, 2021•25 min•Ep. 17
It has been a tough year and a half for all of us, so it feels great to see that our beloved Cuenca is beginning to gradually return to some sense of "normality". I love when I hear stories of people working tirelessly to make our city a better place and today I am chatting with Paul Marquis and Andrés Zambrano who will share their plans to bring art and beauty to their corner of Cuenca. Join me for a special episode of Covering Creative Cuenca to learn about this amazing project. Join me! Links...
Jul 14, 2021•26 min•Ep. 16
I have been wanting to sit and chat with Lenny Charnoff for a long time. Lenny has created a terrific life here in Cuenca as a successful entrepreneur, supporter of the arts, and member of our community. Today we sat outside on the terrace at La Guarida and chatted about his life in Cuenca and his passion for supporting the arts and the people of Cuenca. Join us. Links: Cuenca Salmon - Facebook Page Cuenca Salmon - Website Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Jun 23, 2021•33 min•Ep. 15
Join me for my final (for now anyway) Monday morning chat with Sara Coppler. Why is it the final chat for a while you ask? Listen in for the answer. We had a few challenges with our internet connection this morning, so please forgive the connection and enjoy this special Monday morning chat. Links: idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page La Guarida - Facebook Page...
Jun 21, 2021•25 min
It's so good to be back in Cuenca after a month abroad! Being back means I get to chat with my good friend Sara Coppler! Join us as Sara gets me caught up on what's been going on in Cuenca while I've been away. Links: Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page
Jun 14, 2021•17 min
Lorena Duca's paintings radiate color, light, and joy. When I first saw her work, I knew that I had to sit down and chat with her. I wanted to know what inspires her to create these beautiful works and I think you will too. Join me! Links: idiomART Email: studio@idiomart.net idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
May 13, 2021•35 min
Greetings! Join me for another of my Monday chats with Sara Coppler, co-founder of idiomART. Just a reminder that Covering Creative Cuenca will be taking a break for a few weeks. Will be back on Monday, June 14th with more of our Monday chats. Stay tuned for more fascinating interviews! Links: Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page...
May 10, 2021•12 min
It's Monday! Join me for another special Monday Update Edition of Covering Creative Cuenca as I chat with Sara. Links: Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page idiomART
May 03, 2021•16 min
People from around the world come to Cuenca to marvel at the beautiful architecture, but how much do you actually know about those magnificent buildings? Let's meet Jane Hiltbrand, Cuenca based expat who has found her passion photographing and researching the architecture in this UNESCO World Heritage city that we love so much. Join me as I chat with Jane to find out about her love for Cuenca's glorious architectural heritage. “Cuenca doesn’t look like a sixteenth-century city that has been pres...
Apr 26, 2021•29 min
Have you heard the rumors? Lets discuss. Join me for a special conversation with Sara Coppler and a very special guest for some sad news and some exciting news. Let's put those rumors to rest. Links: idiomART - Facebook Page Northern Roots - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Apr 19, 2021•24 min
Happy Monday, it's time for a beginning of the week chat with Sara Coppler, join us! Links: Kolo Restaurant and Bakery - Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page My interview with Daniel Williams - Podcast...
Apr 12, 2021•9 min
I recently reconnected with Cuenca based artist Daniel Williams to discuss life, inspiration, creativity, and fatherhood during a time of global pandemic. Join us for a fascinating conversation. Kehinde Wiley Studio Elliott Erwitt - Magnum Photos Bruce Davidson - Magnum Photos William Eggleston - Eggleston Art Foundation Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Apr 08, 2021•53 min•Ep. 12
Join me as I chat with Sara Coppler on this week's special Monday update edition of Covering Creative Cuenca. Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page
Apr 05, 2021•11 min
Happy Monday to our listeners in Ecuador and beyond. Join Sara and me as we share the details of our recent trip to northern Ecuador to meet some of our favorite artists and creatives. Posada del Arte - Facebook Page This is Ecuador - The Guayasamin Foundation GUAYASAMIN, Oswaldo ( 1919-1999) Art of the World - Oswaldo Guayasamín idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca...
Mar 29, 2021•42 min
It's a beautiful sunny Monday morning and I am kicking off an exciting week by chatting with Sara Coppler. Join us! idiomART - Facebook Page Northern Roots - Facebook Page Patán Animal Rescue
Mar 22, 2021•19 min
Happy Monday, how is your week going so far? Why not join Sara Coppler and me for another of our weekly chats. Join us! idiomART: Favebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page
Mar 15, 2021•27 min
Happy Monday! Join Sara and me for another special Monday edition of Covering Creative Cuenca. Links: azuaycommunitytheater@gmail.com La Yunta Restaurant: Facebook Page idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page...
Mar 08, 2021•17 min
Happy first day of March! Let's kick off the new month with another chat with our friend Sara Coppler. Links: idiomART - Facebook Page Covering Creative Cuenca - Facebook Page
Mar 01, 2021•11 min