In The Art Scene. Show about artists, their journeys, art business, successes, failures, inspiration
The show host Galina Marcus interviews artists, creatives, and art organizations from all over the world to help other creatives discover these stories, so they don't feel like they are alone in the art scene, create connection, ignite inspiration, and sprinkle it all with some education. We explore topics like: - personal artist journeys - how to find your artistic voice - how to run your art business - inspirational art stories - NFT, AI, and other new techs in the art world - how to become a successful artist And many, many more... Welcome to ITAS, an art podcast that has it all :)
Episodes
Marti Gobel is a nationally recognized actor, director and teaching artist. Upon graduating from UW-Whitewater in 2008 with a degree in Performance Theatre and Philosophy (with an emphasis in Religious Studies), Ms. Gobel began a rich career in both theatre and television and film. Her need to add to the tapestry of the mid-west professional theatre scene led to the founding of the now defunct UPROOTED theatre. As Producing Artisti...
Delia LaJeunesse is an art consultant from Denver, Colorado, specializes in guiding emerging art collectors. She emphasizes the importance of personal connection and impact in art collections, rather than just financial investment. Delia works with both interior designers and individual clients, focusing on educational aspects over brokerage. She sources artists globally and values detailed portfolios and pricing information. Delia...
I was introduced to Ksenia Luki by a mutual artist friend when I was looking for a Russian-speaking musician and singer to collaborate on a song adaptation for the October Project who you might remember from previous episodes. Not only did I enjoy collaborating with Ksenia, but I also discovered an absolutely unique approach to exploring, creating, and performing music. We talk about the challenges of being a bilingual artist, crea...
San Diego’s arts community is coming together to support their Los Angeles counterparts who tragically lost their studios, homes, and livelihoods in the recent Pacific Palisades and Altadena wildfires. This spring, Union Hall Gallery will host a two-weekend Fine Art and Craft Sale from April 4-6 and April 11-13, showcasing over 250 donated works of art—ranging from paintings and sculpture to ceramics, textiles, and more—all aimed a...
Today, two universes collide as our guest is Galina herself!! Well, kinda… Season 10 of *In the Art Scene* is over, and we are posting a bonus episode with our last guest, Jenny Dempsey. This time, Galina is a guest on Jenny’s podcast, *Career Flipper*. Galina talks about her career change from a marketing professional in Russia to a new career in art in sunny San Diego. Check out Jenny’s podcast and social media linked below!
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This episode is different from my regular conversations on the podcast because my guest, Jenny Dempsey, with all her creativity and talent, is not necessarily a professional artist. Jenny’s journey took her through the ins and outs of corporate work and employment challenges until she created the career of her dreams as a furniture flipper and podcaster. And all of that she’s done with the music in her heart <3
In this episode, I talk to a person of one of coolest professions I’ve ever heard of - a painting conservator Lisa Capano, about her professional journey. How does anyone choose to become an art conservator and what does it take to become one? Lisa is sharing her story and insights into the industry, and the market of being an independent art restorer. How cool is that!
Capano Fine Art Restoration & Conservation specializes in ...
In this episode, I talk to two wonderful women artists and dear friends of mine whom you might remember from the previous episodes on the Podcast: Michelle Lubin (aka MD Ferrera) and Galina Semenova. The reason we got together is to talk about the collaborative exhibition we are having in March 2025 to showcase our womanly experiences from three different perspectives. Our mediums and styles are vastly different, but they complemen...
Art Through The Glass is a unique community project in the South Bay area of San Diego County run by local artists Julio Martha and Evette Roman, who I am happy to have as guests in this episode. Art Through The Glass utilizes unoccupied retail spaces at the shopping mall in downtown Chula Vista, CA, to showcase the works of local visual artists and create a beautiful atmosphere of art and creativity for the visitors of the mall.
In this episode, I’m talking to Blanca Bergman, a founder of Art Unites and Mental Wellness For Artists - the two very active and impactful community projects in San Diego, CA.
Art Unites: Instagram (@artunites)
MWA: Instagram (@mentalwellnessforartists)
Light In Darkness: Light in Darkness
More links: mentalwellnessforartists | Facebook | Linktree
A Mexican-American artist Scarlett Baily is sharing her journey of becoming a muralist and working on some major public art projects in San Diego, CA
Kristina Lucia is a perfect example of the twisted artist journey that nonetheless brings you back to a path where you belong as a creative.
Learn more about Kristina's story in this episode!
Victoria Tara is a Ukrainian-born, Miami-based, clinical psychologist turned luxury real estate agent turned spiritual artist and minimalist. Her story is full of incredible transitions that sometimes seem impossible and yet work in her favor... No more spoilers, listen up!
One of my previous guests on the podcast, Cathy Carey, has moved to a new endeavor in the San Diego art scene and is creating some incredible programming at the Front Porch Gallery in Carlsbad, CA.
Nicole Miller just recently came from New Jersey to San Diego, CA, and has already made a name for herself! She painted over 150 surfboards, works as a live painting artist at the events, and dreams about opening her gallery.
She is currently in TX and is filling up her calendar with mural and event requests!
https://www.artbynicolemiller.com/
https://www.instagram.com/artbynicoleemiller
In this short update, I wanted to explain my decision to rebrand the ITAS podcast and make it a part of the San Diego Art Directory. What does that mean for the future of the podcast? Take a few minutes to hear me out.
My guest on this episode takes a strong stance on the role of AI in the arts. For some artists, his point of view may seem controversial and it already got him into trouble. Listen to my interview with photographer and digital artist Larry Vogel and let me know in the comments where you stand on this topic!
By 2020, Alessandra Moctezuma had dedicated 10 years working as a professor and gallery director at San Diego Mesa College. She primarily teaches Chicano art and Museum Studies and Gallery Exhibition Skills courses. She is a public art enthusiast and activist to create spaces for artists of color speaking on social justice issues and to shift focus to include San Diego community arts organizations.
I am a huge fan of Erik Abel's art! His style is absolutely unique and his whirlwind of career is a dream for any visual artist out there. I asked Erik to tell his story and was surprised to hear his thoughts on what it means to be a "successful artist" and why he is not sharing his new art project with the public.
Bea Gold, a 97-year-old working artist, writer, and a great friend of mine, invited me to be a part of the exciting project. She wrote and illustrated her second memoir and asked me to help her with designing, publishing, and promoting it. How could I say no?
In this episode, Bea and I share our experience as amateurs in the book publishing world and talk about her inspiration and the process of creating this book.
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