Dive into an inspiring journey with multidisciplinary artist Ken Nwadiogbu in Episode 43 of the Art Meets Culture Podcast. Ken, originally trained as a civil engineer in Nigeria, transitioned to become a renowned artist celebrated for his hyperrealistic and conceptual works. In this episode, Ken discusses his artistic evolution, the cultural significance of his work, and his unique “Contemporealism” movement. Discover how he navigated challenges, embraced creativity, and continually pushed the boundaries of visual art. Tune in to explore Ken's fascinating perspective on identity, displacement, and socio-political themes through his compelling art.

In this episode, we are joined by B/UE ROBIN the Artist of Love. His mission as an artist is to create art that heals with Love. For him, art is a form of evolution that begins in the recesses of our hearts. His art revolves around creating an experience that stimulates the emotional and spiritual core. His art is also sensory. It is to be consumed and interpreted in ways that leave his audience feeling at the very least: human and alive. It pinches you so that you know you are not dreaming. He integrates a variety of art forms including painting, digital art, photography, sculpture, dance, and music, to provoke as many senses as possible. We also talk about his show Love's Army mission and Show and also the buzz of NFT's and his plans with it.

In this episode, we are joined by South London based photographer Ashley Verse. He picked up a camera during his college education, Ashley's passion for photography stems from his environment, with music and fashion being at the root of his interests. He has taken pictures of icons such as Skepta, Stormzy, Drake, Kano, Ghetts, Mabel and many more! We also talk about his latest project with Samsung KX #SamsungKX to show you how to take the perfect portrait with the Samsung S21. To find out more about the Samsung KX Powerful Personal Branding campaign with Ashley Verse, and to learn how to get the perfect portrait with the Samsung Galaxy S21, head to the website here >>> https://bit.ly/3wP6ab0

In this episode, we are joined by Artgoon365. He is a British based Creative, Illustrator & Vector Designer. His Portfolio includes artwork for various music platforms such as Music Entertainment & Talent ( Link Up Tv ) & Urban Entertainment ( GRM daily ). Also major music artist's: The Compton rapper ( The Game )  & Compton rapper ( YG ), Coke boyz rapper ( Chinx drugz ), London based B.E.T Hip-hop winning duo Krept & Konan, Giggs, Blade Brown, Fekky & Stormzy & many more. Being the self-taught graphic artist showcasing the Trap & Urban Culture through Instagram what started as a hobby, which he turned into a career has powered the work rate & the level of digital skill that was needed has been inspirational to others.

In this episode, we are joined by Dwight White who is a multi-disciplinary creative. He uses his ideas and strategy that originate by thoroughly understanding how consumers think and make decisions in regards to brands, products and the arts. He utilizes insights to inspire, innovate and maintain relevancy with culture through creativity. He has worked to build strategies for growth with organizations across industries by understanding complex societal structures and the current behaviours of consumers. With a background in Marketing and Consumer Insights, White has been inspired by the ways in which one can capture truth visually to engage and connect with the people. He loves the challenge of taking the consumer beyond just seeing the art - he believes they should feel it. His confidence and commitment to his craft are inspiring as he embraces his function in society to document the history of connected cultural experiences through art.

In this episode we are joined by Ally Grimm, aka A.L. Grime, is a Venezuelan-American artist, muralist and graphic designer based in Denver, CO. Her work explores the rise of the technological era through the lens of the human experience through bold, emotion-driven patterns. We talk about everything from NFT's, women in art and her reasons behind why she pushes on with her creativity and art. She seeks to innovate how we experience art, continuously seeking the latest tech such as AR, VR, and NFTs. She believes art and technology will bring humans closer to the world, and she aims to share a message of empathy and unity through her creativity.

In this episode, we talk about her encounter with Tyler The Creator and him seeing the vision in her talent, mental health, her top collector Westside Gunn and much more! She has a unique talent for transforming the essence of emotion into dynamic displays of colour on canvas. Using stylized brushstrokes, she blends impressionism and realism together to create immersive portraits. Music and art have helped Mariella find calm in herself. Music gave voice to her innermost feelings, and she, in turn, found a way to express herself through a traditional medium – oil paint. After a year of teaching herself the craft, Mariella had her first solo showcase to feature her own artistic style — a blend of hip-hop culture, vibrant colours, and fine art. A new style of art was born.

In this episode, we talk with Charlotte Archer who is a Barcelona-based artist, originally from East London. She spent many years living in Ibiza which is where she decided to turn her love of painting into a full-time career. We discuss her art journey, her art inspirations and her experience with DMT. Also, shout out to Bounty who made a sneezing appearance in the podcast.

In this episode, we talk with mental Health Advocate, Visual Artist, Designer, Poet, 7GOD - The Artivist. 7God (born Hashim Ahmad) builds surfaces that sizzle with energy using his singular visual language. Combining spiritual, emotional, and community challenges, 7 delves deep into his ‘frequencies’ (hieroglyphic-like marks used as physical manifestations of life forces) to coax out intertwined connections that embody both meaning and message. Be sure to listen and find out the meaning behind “Buy My Art Before I Die”!

In this episode, we talk sit down with the multitalented BVL Designs. He is a 24-year-old self-taught artist, specialising in hand-painted bespoke designs. He has had the pleasure of working on campaigns and collaborations with Microsoft, Lad Bible, EA, Size?, Reebok, Converse and New Era.

In this episode we talk to Xavier Laurent Leopold, known artistically as Xavi Art, is a self-taught contemporary artist, specialising in abstract portraiture and cubism.

Based in London, of Martinican and Sierra Leonean heritage, Xavi’s portraits draw inspiration from his lived experiences, relationships, ideology and world view. We also dive into therapy in the black community, his ventures Pledge Allegiance (his fashion line), This Could End Terribly (his podcast). We also dive into his Debut Exhibition at the OXO Tower, BBC Coverage and Donations to Black Minds Matter. ▶ VISIT: www.artmeetsculture.com/ ▶ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/artmeetscul... ▶ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: twitter.com/ameetsculture ▶ LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: www.facebook.com/artmeetsculture ▶ ADE SANUSI INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/sanusithe1st/ ▶ ADE SANUSI TWITTER: twitter.com/SanusiThe1st

In this episode, we talk to Carl Beazley who began painting in the corner of his kitchen as a hobby. We talk about his struggles with mental health issues (anxiety and depression) that has had a knock-on effect with confidence in his art. We also talk about his work with Creative Debuts, Royal Academy of Arts and Disney. Listen to the growth in this episode, I know this will add value to a lot of artists. ▶ VISIT: www.artmeetsculture.com/ ▶ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/artmeetscul... ▶ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: twitter.com/ameetsculture ▶ LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: www.facebook.com/artmeetsculture ▶ ADE SANUSI INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/sanusithe1st/ ▶ ADE SANUSI TWITTER: twitter.com/SanusiThe1st

In this episode, we speak with artist Emmanuel Unaji who is a British-born Nigerian multidisciplinary artist based in London & CEO of design company UNAJI&co. Combining painting, drawing and fashion design, Unaji’s art practice is principally an exploration of what lies beneath the surface of human branding, it builds on the intersection of perception and artificial reality. With adept experience in High Fashion, modelling for brands such as Gucci, British GQ, Adidas amongst others. Such adventures have afforded him an understanding of illustrious production. Unaji aesthetically deconstructs the luxury of visibility, reflecting on the process of media communication through branded campaigns We go into depth about his inspiration for creation, his legacy and how he wants to impact creative culture. ▶ VISIT: https://www.artmeetsculture.com/ ▶ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/artmeetscul... ▶ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ameetsculture ▶ LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/artmeetsculture ▶ ADE SANUSI INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sanusithe1st/ ▶ ADE SANUSI TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SanusiThe1st

Episode 30: In this episode, we speak with artist @typcollection and we have an epic conversation about his path to art, the art of inspiring through his work and his latest artwork at the time "D I S T A N C E" a visual narrative. Troy Murray a.k.a. TYP is a multidisciplinary artist based out of both metro Detroit and Los Angeles. He works in a variety of mediums, typically blending painting with fabrication and 3-dimensional elements. He specializes in what he calls "alternative canvas", where he uses 3-dimensional objects to create his substrate and paints subjects that correlate with them in order to bring a story to life in a unique way. Beyond expressing his creativity, he uses art as a charitable platform and a way to make an impact in the world, whether it’s through teaching art to children in countries across the globe, or donating a portion of every piece of work he does to the Premier foundation based out of Greenville, SC. ⁠

In this episode, we talk to Chicago based artist Rawooh. He is an incredible artist who never does interviews, doesn’t show his face and sometimes deletes all socials to take himself away from front when noise. Inspired by fashion magazines such as vogue and the ironically today there is a vogue challenge. Artist Replete launched in September 2017 with the sole focus of giving up and coming artists a unique platform to display and sell their work. It was created with a sense of philanthropy and an industry disrupter within the art business. Its distinct design offers a more lucrative commission structure than most galleries are able to compete with. This, in turn, gives each artist we collaborate with the ability to make more per transaction compared to the current art gallery model.

In this episode, we speak with artist Chuck Styles. We have a powerful conversation about George Floyd, art, black culture and what we must do to overcome and grow, family and hustle. CHUCK STYLES is a multidisciplinary artist based out of the Philadelphia area and born in a small suburb outside of West Philadelphia. As a young artist at the age of 6 Styles found comfort in art while surviving the dynamics of a complex blended family, 5 compelling siblings, and eroding house conditions. Styles was no stranger to poverty and struggle growing up. His family although low on funds were full of love and support for his passion for creativity. In many ways, his artwork reflects both the reality of his childhood struggle and his desire for a better financial future.

This podcast is dedicated to George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, died in police custody after a white officer handcuffed him and kneeled on his neck for several minutes as Floyd pleaded that he could not breathe.

In this episode, we're joined by Mathew Vieira and we discuss everything from balancing art and farther hood, his path to art and current art journey. Mathew was born and raised in London with Portuguese background, He has always loved creating and it's safe to say that art class was definitely his favourite. Mathew has achieved a Foundation Diploma at Central St Martins in Fine Art and Design and went on to get a BA (Hons) at the University of Creative Arts Farnham in Fine Art.

In this episode, we're joined by Nigeria artist Yomi Bas. Yomi Bas, is a painter best known for his hyper-realistic style. Born in Kaduna State, Nigeria, in 1995, his early work is a compilation of random photographs that depict his expressions of his experiences and observations. He developed an early interest in portraiture, exploring the power of the medium with the aim of connecting his viewers to his subjects.

In this episode, we grab a chat with Canadian artists Royce. We talk about his journey as an artist and how it allowed him to explore the world and showcase his work. We also talk about The Royce Project to share his artwork with the world through social media.