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Petra Sittig
Petra Sittig
299 episodes
2 days ago
In this inspiring conversation, artist Valeria Talian shares her journey from her birthplace in Bratislava, Slovakia, to building a life and artistic career in South Africa. Valeria moved with her family to Pretoria in 1990, where her father worked as a violinist. Although music surrounded her from an early age, her heart was drawn to the visual arts—spending hours visiting galleries and exploring different forms of creative expression. We talked about her early fascination with making and experimenting, and how this innate curiosity has shaped her path as an artist. After living in England for two years and later qualifying in Early Childhood Development, Valeria found herself returning to art as a powerful outlet for creativity. She began exploring diverse mediums—from mosaics, drawing, and painting to the ancient technique of encaustic art. Through years of experimentation—sometimes with surprising or even disastrous results—Valeria developed a distinctive mixed-media style that reflects both her European roots and South African experiences. Today, she continues to evolve as an artist and proudly exhibits her work at Art Africa Gallery, where her textured, layered pieces invite viewers into her world of colour, memory, and emotion. The Inspiration by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ #artistinterview #southafricanartists #petrasittigtheartistsvoice
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In this inspiring conversation, artist Valeria Talian shares her journey from her birthplace in Bratislava, Slovakia, to building a life and artistic career in South Africa. Valeria moved with her family to Pretoria in 1990, where her father worked as a violinist. Although music surrounded her from an early age, her heart was drawn to the visual arts—spending hours visiting galleries and exploring different forms of creative expression. We talked about her early fascination with making and experimenting, and how this innate curiosity has shaped her path as an artist. After living in England for two years and later qualifying in Early Childhood Development, Valeria found herself returning to art as a powerful outlet for creativity. She began exploring diverse mediums—from mosaics, drawing, and painting to the ancient technique of encaustic art. Through years of experimentation—sometimes with surprising or even disastrous results—Valeria developed a distinctive mixed-media style that reflects both her European roots and South African experiences. Today, she continues to evolve as an artist and proudly exhibits her work at Art Africa Gallery, where her textured, layered pieces invite viewers into her world of colour, memory, and emotion. The Inspiration by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ #artistinterview #southafricanartists #petrasittigtheartistsvoice
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Performing Arts
Arts,
TV & Film,
Visual Arts,
Film Interviews
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How Our Surroundings Shape Us: Hannah Morris on Story, Space, and Well-Being
Petra Sittig
32 minutes 43 seconds
1 month ago
How Our Surroundings Shape Us: Hannah Morris on Story, Space, and Well-Being
In this conversation with Hannah Morris, we explore how psychology, neuroscience, and creativity intersect in her unique approach to transforming spaces. With a degree in psychology and ongoing studies in neuroaesthetics, Hannah brings a fascinating perspective to the world of property design and management—one that goes far beyond aesthetics. She describes how a home or workspace can become a true sanctuary when it’s designed not only to look beautiful, but also to feel intuitively right on every level. By blending the science of how the brain perceives beauty with the art of design, Hannah creates environments that soothe the mind, nurture calm, and ignite inspiration. When I first invited Hannah to join me for this interview, she shared with humility that she still feels “like a baby in this field,” in the midst of research and studies, shaping her methods and values. Far from positioning herself as an established expert, she embraced the opportunity as a challenge and a step on her creative journey. This openness and honesty make her insights all the more compelling. During our discussion, Hannah reflects on how her creativity has been with her since childhood and how she continues to draw inspiration from people’s stories. By listening deeply to others, she shapes spaces that resonate emotionally, leaving a lasting impact on those who experience them. This interview is a thoughtful dive into the power of neuroaesthetics, the importance of intuitive design, and the ways our surroundings influence well-being, creativity, and connection.
Petra Sittig
In this inspiring conversation, artist Valeria Talian shares her journey from her birthplace in Bratislava, Slovakia, to building a life and artistic career in South Africa. Valeria moved with her family to Pretoria in 1990, where her father worked as a violinist. Although music surrounded her from an early age, her heart was drawn to the visual arts—spending hours visiting galleries and exploring different forms of creative expression. We talked about her early fascination with making and experimenting, and how this innate curiosity has shaped her path as an artist. After living in England for two years and later qualifying in Early Childhood Development, Valeria found herself returning to art as a powerful outlet for creativity. She began exploring diverse mediums—from mosaics, drawing, and painting to the ancient technique of encaustic art. Through years of experimentation—sometimes with surprising or even disastrous results—Valeria developed a distinctive mixed-media style that reflects both her European roots and South African experiences. Today, she continues to evolve as an artist and proudly exhibits her work at Art Africa Gallery, where her textured, layered pieces invite viewers into her world of colour, memory, and emotion. The Inspiration by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ #artistinterview #southafricanartists #petrasittigtheartistsvoice