Art Movez Podcast

Art Movez Podcast We explore trends, original ideas, & new practices, with an eye toward equity and inclusion.

Art Movez, a new media experiment with Toni Williams and Eli Kuslansky who interview art luminaries, cultural leaders, community advocates, performers, and more.

05/26/2026

“Using a computer to make art feels like cheating.“ But every time a new tool enters art, the same debate returns.
Painting, photography, digital, AI—each one was once questioned.

So what actually defines art? The tool… or the person using it?

What do you think?

Hank Willis Thomas is a contemporary artist whose work explores race, identity, history, and the ways public memory is s...
05/26/2026

Hank Willis Thomas is a contemporary artist whose work explores race, identity, history, and the ways public memory is shaped through visual culture and media. Through photography, sculpture, and public art, he creates works that encourage conversation around social connection, representation, and collective history.

One of his most recognized works, The Embrace, was installed in Boston Common to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Inspired by the embrace they shared after Dr. King learned he had won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, the sculpture reimagines the traditional monument through themes of love, unity, memory, and healing.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Alexis Posey, a cultural strategist at the Cultural Engagement Lab exploring ho...
04/28/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Alexis Posey, a cultural strategist at the Cultural Engagement Lab exploring how artists drive social change.

Joining the conversation, Alexis discusses narrative strategy, art as activism, and building inclusive movements through creative storytelling.

Tune in to Art Movez to discover how creativity and culture can inspire meaningful change.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Tanda Francis, a Brooklyn sculptor creating monumental works that honor the Afr...
04/23/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Tanda Francis, a Brooklyn sculptor creating monumental works that honor the African diaspora and ancestral memory.

Joining the conversation, Tanda discusses the spiritual and cultural resonance of public art and how large-scale sculpture can challenge who and what belongs in shared spaces.

Tune in to Art Movez to explore how art, history, and identity come together through powerful public works.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Karen Wong, Chief Brand Officer of the New Museum, discussing innovation in the...
04/14/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Karen Wong, Chief Brand Officer of the New Museum, discussing innovation in the arts.

Joining the conversation, Karen reflects on mentorship, cultural incubation, and the power of creative partnerships to engage diverse audiences and foster inclusion.

Tune in to Art Movez to explore how leadership and collaboration are shaping the future of art and culture.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Idris Brewster, a creative technologist using augmented reality and AI to tell ...
04/13/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Idris Brewster, a creative technologist using augmented reality and AI to tell the untold stories of marginalized communities.

Joining the conversation, Idris explores how digital monuments and immersive art can reclaim space, reframe history, and inspire change.

Tune in to Art Movez to see how technology and storytelling are shaping the future of art.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Kimberly Pirtle, a Sotheby’s auctioneer working at the intersection of collecti...
04/02/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Kimberly Pirtle, a Sotheby’s auctioneer working at the intersection of collecting, culture, and experience.

Joining the conversation, Kimberly shares her path from finance to the art world, reflecting on courage, confidence, and community. She discusses her work connecting collectors with meaningful works and how she is helping bring new voices into spaces once closed to many.

Tune in to Art Movez to hear how art, culture, and connection continue to shape the way we engage with creative work.

03/29/2026

Art Movez Season 5 is out now.

From art and culture to storytelling and social impact, this season features voices shaping today’s creative landscape.

All episodes are now available — listen on our website or your favorite podcast platform.

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Felita Harris, founder of Raise.Joining the conversation, Felita explores fashi...
03/28/2026

In this episode of Art Movez, we feature Felita Harris, founder of Raise.

Joining the conversation, Felita explores fashion as a form of empowerment and shares her journey in luxury retail. She discusses the creation of Raise, and how mentorship and advocacy are reshaping opportunities for women of color in the fashion industry.

Tune in to Art Movez to hear how fashion, storytelling, and leadership continue to create new pathways and opportunities.

Artist Spotlight - Amy SheraldAmy Sherald paints beyond skin.By removing color, she invites us to see identity beyond ex...
03/25/2026

Artist Spotlight - Amy Sherald

Amy Sherald paints beyond skin.

By removing color, she invites us to see identity beyond expectation—through presence, posture, and individuality.

Known for her portrait of Michelle Obama, Sherald continues to redefine how Black subjects are seen in contemporary art.

What do you see first?

Image 1: Portrait of Michelle Obama, 2018
Image 2: Amy Sherald

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