Episode #126 - Tara De La Garza Content Magazine podcast

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CURA Contemporary in Morgan Hill opened in the fall of 2024 as an art gallery and community space that hosts exhibitions, workshops, and art classes. The building was the brainchild of owners and longtime South County residents Dan and Kathy McCranie, who also own Colibri Art and Framing just across the street. The McCranies worked closely with Ellie Honl-Herman, the current Gallery Director, to develop CURA Contemporary’s design and offerings. Ellie initially met Dan McCranie when she applied to be a part-time framer for Colibri. Her background as a university art professor and practicing artist opened up the opportunity for her to start curating exhibitions at Colibri Gallery and eventually develop her role as a thought partner and gallery director of CURA Contemporary. Since its opening, CURA Contemporary has hosted art exhibitions, workshops, and youth classes. The gallery's goals are to be a welcoming and inclusive space for the community, provide educational opportunities that build an appreciation for the arts, be a hub for the local and regional arts community, and be a multifaceted arts destination with its unique combination of an art gallery, wine bar, restaurant, and event space. In this conversation, we discuss Ellie’s art practice, her journey to becoming gallery director of CURA Contemporary, and her spirit of experimentation. Follow CURA Contemporary on Instagram @CURA_contemporary . Follow Ellie on Instagram @elliehonl and @elliehonlphoto .…

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Episode #131 - 2024 Review 55:04

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Episode #131: Content Magazine 2024 Review This podcast is also available on Apple Podcast and YouTube . The Cultivator of Content Magazine, Daniel Garcia, and The Developer, David Valdespino Jr., reflect on 2024 and the curation of issues 16.1 through 16.4. In this conversation, David and Daniel discuss the production of issues 16.1 through 16.4, highlights from 2024, and David Valdespino Jr.’s 2nd anniversary as the Developer of Content Magazine. Join Content Magazine on Friday, March 14, 2025 , for The South Bay Artist Summit: Empowering creatives at the intersection of art and entrepreneurship, produced in partnership with the City of San Jose Office of Cultural Affairs, and Pick-Up Party 17.2, “Connect” at the San Jose City Hall Rotunda. The South Bay Artist Summit will feature an artist career panel, presentations on career development, a cultural exchange presentation, and an artist resource fair. Learn More . Follow Content Magazine on Instagram @contentmag…

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Featured Artist: Shayne M. “Quetsmo” Oseguera 1:00

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Experience Quetsmo ’s “The Roosevelt Mural,” curated and produced by Empire Seven Studios , on the south-facing wall of the new Roosevelt Park Apartments on the corner of East Santa Clara Street and North 21st Street . Shane Martin Oseguera, also known as Quetsmo, is a muralist from Redwood City, California, currently based in San Diego. His moniker combines Quet, a reference to Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec god of creativity, with SMO, his initials. Quetsmo remembers getting the call about “The Roosevelt Mural” from Empire Seven Studios–“As soon as [Carlos] introduced this opportunity to me, I told him, Man, this has been a dream of mine. I have been waiting for this call for years, and hands down, I'm all in. I've been putting 110% 24/7 on this thing.” Quetsmo spent a couple of months preparing the design and two months on the wall itself. The mural is over 100 feet wide, spans 77 feet vertically at its tallest point, and is 20 feet high along the sides. Focusing on plants and animals native to California, Quetsmo hoped to capture the diversity of the state’s landscape. The crown jewel, centered on the tallest portion of the wall, is a larger-than-life Elephant Cactus adorned with a single hawk and cactus blooms painted in pearlescent white. It can be seen from East Santa Clara Street and symbolizes the strength of the community in one of San Jose’s oldest neighborhoods. “Not only this community, but so many others like it, and the people within it have endured many hardships but continue to stay resilient. And that's exactly what this cactus represents.” -Shayne M. Oseguera. About the Development: The Roosevelt Park Apartments, a First Community Housing development, are designed for young adults experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, homeless families, large families, and, if possible, foster families and/or survivors of domestic abuse. The project's goal was to create a synergistic set of services and facilitate community building so that 80 families and transitional-age youth could remain in this rich and supportive neighborhood rather than being pushed out of Silicon Valley. Artist Statement: The composition transitions from the ocean to the west to the desert to the east. A unique quality we share all along the western coast, from Oregon down to Baja California and Mexico. The Santa Clara Valley mountain range stretches across the background, bringing a calming sense to the viewer. The foreground is a colorful reflection of the local biodiversity found within our community. People are seen interacting with the environment through activities they can engage in. The 1964 Impala lowrider in the bottom right-hand corner represents the surrounding area's dominant Hispanic and Latino demographic. A large Elephant Cactus stands tall as the main focal point. Personifying the resilience of all demographics who have endured countless hardships yet continue to adapt and survive despite the odds against them. Follow Quetsmo on Instagram @quetsmo and website at quetsmo.com Follow Empire Seven Studios on Instagram @empire7studios and their website at empiresevenstudios.com (Last featured on The Content Magazine Podcast Episode #16 ) Learn more about The Roosevelt Park Apartments at rooseveltparkapartments.com…

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Episode #130 - Tshaka Menelik Imhotep Campbell 1:05:42

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Tshaka Menelik Imhotep Campbell is a former Silicon Valley Poet Laureate and has authored four books of poetry: Tarman, Muted Whispers, STUFF | I will Write More, and Tunnel Vision. He is preparing to release a fifth book with El Martillo Press, Blood at the Root. Born in London, England, and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Tshaka was introduced to the words of Malcolm X and Winston Churchill at an early age by his father, an orator and advocate for the power of language. While the influence of those lessons lay dormant for much of his youth, Tshaka was concurrently exposed to the rhythm and rhyme of early rap music and life as a Black man in America. Today, much of Tshaka’s poetry revolves around a need for identity, exploring themes such as fatherhood and the experiences of Black Americans. His soon-to-be-released book of poems, Blood At The Root, was written for his daughter and has taken over a decade to complete. In this book, he hopes to share experiences she can bring into her life. Blood at the Root aims to address topics related to love, loss, and the human condition. In this conversation, we discuss Tshaka’s formative upbringing, his creation story as a poet, his purpose for writing, and the perspective behind his upcoming book. Follow Tshaka on Instagram @pappatshak . Featured in issue 12.1, “Device.” *Edit: The intended reference to the breadmaking process at 48:50 is "proofing" rather than "pruning."…

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Episode #129- Danielle Siembieda - Alter Eco Artist 55:59

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Danielle Siembieda grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and began letter-writing campaigns focused on environmental causes as early as 9-10 years old. She was also encouraged by her parents to create art. Danielle Siembieda’s work can often be found at the intersection of art and activism. Danielle is the Senior Program Manager for the City of San Jose’s arts industry support team. In addition to this role, she is an artist in her own right. She classifies her current project as alter-eco art, a performance art practice in which she uses technology to modify her appearance online and embody a being named Jean Gnome. Danielle is currently implementing the Cultural Commentary Project in association with the organization Women Eco Artist Dialog (WEAD). The Cultural Commentary Project invites artists to read through public policies and create artwork in response. The project is part of an upcoming exhibition at Root Division in San Francisco, opening on December 16, 2024. Siembieda is hosting the next Cultural Commentary Project Group on Friday, December 6, 2024, in Downtown San Jose. Artists are encouraged to join the next Cultural Commentary Project Group and attend the 2nd Saturday opening reception at Root Division . In this conversation, Danielle shares her artistic journey that stemmed from an interest in eco-activism, the layered concepts behind her work, and her role working with the City of San Jose. Follow Danielle’s artistic practice and her work with the City of San Jose on Instagram: @alterecoartist , @jeangnomeart , @sjculture .…

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Episode #128 - Issue 17.1 Preview 30:49

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Join us on Friday, November 22, for Pick-Up Party 17.1, “Discover” at The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. This magazine's in-real-life experience celebrates the creatives featured in the issue, including graffiti legends King157 & Nexus, breakdancer Vicki “La Vix” Chang, fiber artist Jaya Griscom, and more. The party will feature over 20 pop-up murals presented in partnership with 1Culture, painted by artists from current and past issues of Content Magazine. The evening will also include food trucks curated by Feast Mode, beer from Foxtale Fermentation Project, music from Edward of SOBA Collective, and a dance performance from the breaking crew, Elephant Graveyard. In this conversation, Daniel Garcia and David Valdespino Jr., the Cultivator and Developer of Content Magazine, discuss the curation of issue 17.1, “Discover,” share some insight into how each story connects, and layout what folks can expect from Pick-Up Party 17.1 “Discover.” Thank you to our outstanding contributors. This magazine is only possible with your words, photos, and keen editing eye. Thank you to our event partners: The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 1CULTURE, Foxtale Fermentation Project, and Feast Mode SJ by Culture Night Market. Become a member and help support our mission to feature local creatives. https://contentmagazine.bigcartel.com/category/membership…

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Featured: Issue 17.1, “Discover,” Jaya Griscom 1:39

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Featured: Issue 17.1, “Discover,” Jaya Griscom, @jaya.griscom “I ended up learning how to weave when I was like five, and I fell in love with the tactile experience of working with fiber.”-Jaya GriscomLearn more about Jaya’s art:jayagris.com Save the Date: https://bit.ly/pup171discover Content Magazine Pick-up Party 17.1 “Discover”6-9p, Friday, November 22344 Tully Road, San Jose Order here: https://bit.ly/discover171 Published by @SVCREATES __________________ Written by Michelle Rundowitz, @michrun13 Photography by Lauren Locquiao, @naulenmedia…

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Episode #127 - Miguel Kultura 53:43

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Episode #127 -Miguel Kultura Miguel Kultura, a Mexican American musician, rapper, and producer, has defined his voice in the beats he produces and the stories in his rhymes. Growing up in San José, Miguel loved hip hop, funk, and soul music. His interest in music led him to work with BAMN, By Any Medium Necessary, a South Bay collective of creatives in music and film production. The experience he gained from working with BAMN served as a tangible outlet for his creative voice. As a rapper and producer, he considers his work in music and with his community as the role of a ‘light seeker’ devoted to telling stories about the positive influences of Indigenous and Chicano cultures. His songs, typically performed in Spanish, are meant to weave together parts of his life with the broader experience of the Mexican American communities in California. Core to his lyrical content is delivering a positive message that he hopes can heal hardships and highlight the strength in humility. Miguel’s latest release, Estilo Chicano , is a heartfelt expression of the strength, joy, and style found in Chicano car culture. Estilo Chicano celebrates low-riders and the pride in a community guided by a common interest. In this conversation, Miguel shares the motivation that he has found in adversity, his journey of self-discovery, and the importance of representing positivity in his work. Follow Miguel Kultura’s latest release on Instagram @miguelkultura and explore his website for an inspirational inventory of merch, albums, and more. Estilo Chicano is now available on Spotify . Featured in issue 11.1, "Sight and Sound" 2019.…

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Episode #126 - Tara de la Garza 41:20

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Join Tara for the opening of her solo exhibition, “Mining the Plastocene” at Felix Kulpa Gallery in Santa Cruz on Friday, November 1, as part of First Friday Santa Cruz . Tara de la Garza’s art finds beauty and meaning in discarded materials. As a sculptor and artist in residence at the Cubberley Artist Studio Program in Palo Alto, she approaches themes of environmental justice through visual storytelling. Tara began collecting plastics while pursuing a sustainable lifestyle and later found artistic potential in the often vibrant or semi-transparent commercial byproducts. Tara’s work resonates with sustainability and environmental advocacy. She credits the Australian sensibilities she grew up with for her belief that even one person can make a significant impact. In tandem with her solo artistic endeavors, Tara seeks to make tangible impacts through her nonprofit, Inventurous based in Palo Alto. Inventurous focuses on recycling plastic in innovative and community-oriented ways. The nonprofit aims to educate communities by taking in locally sourced plastic waste for creative reuse. In this conversation, Tara discusses finding her voice as an artist, the duality of plastic–its danger and potential, and the opportunity for one person to spark meaningful change. Follow Tara de la Garza on Instagram @taradelagarza and at her website taradelagarza.com Follow Inventurous on Instagram @inventurous and their website inventurous.org Follow Felix Kulpa Gallery on Instagram @felixkulpagallery…

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Episode # 125 - Russell Brown, Senior Creative Director at Adobe 1:11:59

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Russell Brown began working at Adobe in 1985 as a graphic designer, art director, and the company’s 38th employee. Since 1985, Russell Brown has ridden the wave of technological innovation, ushering in the acquisition of Photoshop by Adobe from the Knoll brothers in 1995 and training generations of Adobe employees and industry creatives in the potential of Photoshop. Brown continues to push the limits of creative expression using Adobe technology, such as Photoshop AI. His photography, taken exclusively on iPhone, has gained an extensive following on social media. His work demonstrates the power of modern technology and photo editing. Brown is also known as the boisterous host of live Adobe training courses. In 2024, he will host a hands-on course entitled ‘ Les Cirque Galactique’ designed for art directors, designers, and illustrators to learn advanced digital imaging techniques within a real-world project. In this conversation, Brown traces the origins of his creative eye and reflects on the use of AI in the creative process. We discuss his transition from traditional analog mediums to digital and what the future may hold for Adobe Photoshop and the world of AI Photography. Follow Dr. Russell Brown’s latest projects on Instagram @dr_brown and explore his Vimeo channel (Russell Brown for a treasure trove of creative content.…

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Episode #124 - Danilo Parra 9:21

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Danilo Parra’s first solo painting show, “In Limbo," at Empire Seven Studios. @danilorparra We at @contentmag caught up with Danilo during the exhibition installation. Stay tuned for his blog, which will be available on our website next week . San Jose native, an award-winning Chilean-American Film Director based in New York. @danilorparra Parra will be debuting his first solo art exhibition at @empire7studios . “My first solo painting show is with my favorite gallery @empire7studios in my hometown of San Jose, CA. It’s a gallery that I grew up going to and where my friends and brother played shows. Come thru!” -Danilo Parra __________ Learn more about Danilo danilop.com Empire Seven Studios 525 N7th St. Suite 10. San Jose, CA 95112…

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Episode #123 - Kija Lucas - "Enchanted Garden" 10:40

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Featured Artist: Kija Lucas . Full podcast at https://bit.ly/kijalucas24 Kija Lucas’ “The Enchanted Garden” installation is featured in “ GROW! ” an exhibition opening on September 21 at Palo Alto Art Center . Artist Kija Lucas’ work explores ideas of home, heritage, and inheritance. In this podcast, she discusses “The Enchanted Garden,” a Palo Alto Art Center installation. Her Palo Alto Art Center installation is named after her father’s gardening business. It features a 20x13 ft mural with layers of trees and botanicals, an alcove featuring lemons in various stages of ripeness and ornately framed rusty tools, and a wallpaper-wrapped gallery that represents Lawrence Lane, her childhood Palo Alto cul-de-sac, which was also part of a historically racially integrated neighborhood. Lucas explores themes of identity, belonging, and human’s propensity toward categorization through non-human imagery, highlighting the impact of colonialism and migration. She aims to draw viewers in with visuals that can lead to deeper conversations about nature and society. Also, save the date for a conversation featuring Kija that spans the panelists’ research interests and personal ties to plants and designed, racially integrated neighborhoods in Palo Alto and elsewhere in the San Francisco Bay Area hosted by KQED’s Alexis Madrigal. This group exhibition, guest curated by Marianne K. McGrath (Last featured on episode 48 of the Content Magazine podcast), explores the gardens from our memories and the green spaces we share to the gardens that grow us towards a better future. The exhibition features works from twenty-one artists in diverse mediums to consider history and memory, sustainability, labor equity, and climate change, as well as our unique connections with the natural world, well-being, and pleasure. Opening: GROW, Friday Night, September 20, 6p - 8p Panel Discussion: Sunday, November 10, 2p -3:30p Workshop: Sunday, December 8. 2p -3:30p Full interview and audio at ⁠https://bit.ly/kijalucas24 __________ Learn more about Kija kijalucas.com…

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Episode #122 - Imara Osorno 39:29

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Episode #122 Imara Osorno "Un Puente Sobre El Río San Juan: A Story of Borders" Join Imara at Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana (MACLA) on Friday, September 6, for the opening of her duo exhibition “ Un Puente Sobre El Río San Juan: A Story of Borders,” Featuring work from her and San José-based artist Irene Carvajal—part of South First Fridays ArtWalk SJ . Imara Osorno is a Nicaraguan-American multidisciplinary artist who paints, draws, and sculpts. She began her artistic studies at San Jose State University, where she delved into various materials, including clay, glassblowing, and metalsmithing. Her upcoming exhibition, “Un Puente Sobre El Río San Juan: A Story of Borders,” explores the complex and often contentious relationship between the neighboring Nicaragua and Costa Rica. A collaborative effort with her former art professor, Irene Carvajal, each uses their cultural origins to untangle the overlooked conflict. Osorno was born in Nicaragua and Irene Carvajal was born in Costa Rica. The show’s title, “un Puente Sobre El Rio San Juan,” or “A Bridge Over the San Juan River,” symbolizes bridging divides between the countries—both literal and metaphorical. It will feature a blend of painting, printmaking, and performance art, offering a multi-dimensional exploration of what bonds, rather than separate, artists born in each country. In this conversation, we discuss Imara’s artistic interests, her upcoming exhibition, and the personal experiences that inform her work. Follow Imara on Instagram @imara.art Follow MACLA on Instagram @macla_sanjose and subscribe to their newsletter at maclaarte.org…

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Episode #121 - Issue 16.4 Preview with Daniel and David 53:29

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Join us on Thursday, August 22, for Pick-Up Party 16.4, “Profiles,” at The School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza. This magazine’s in-real-life experience celebrates the creatives featured in the issue and 2024 Content Emerging Artists Elba Raquel and Esther Young. In this conversation, Daniel Garcia and David Valdespino Jr., the Cultivator and Developer of Content Magazine, trace back to the creation of this issue through Pick-up Party 16.4 at the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza. They spend time laying out who will be featured at the event, sharing some of their favorite stories and insights on select articles, and giving a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into the production of this print publication. Thank you to our wonderful contributors. This magazine is only possible with your words, photos, and keen editing eye. Thank you to our event partners: the School of Arts and Culture, Sushi Roku Palo Alto, Goodtime Bar, Filco Events, Works/San José, and Heritage Bank of Commerce. Follow Content Magazine on Instagram @contentmag and visit their website at content-magazine.com. Issue 16.4 Featuring: Hip-Hop artist/DJ - ‘Hen Boogie’ Henry Alexander III | Interdisciplinary artist and Poet - Rosanna Alvarez | Liminal Space Collective - Weston Mossman, Wendy Frances, Taylor Royan | Graphic Designer - Stay Brown - Theodore Mendoza | Mexican Heritage Plaza Expansion | Middlebrook Center: California Native Garden Foundation - Alrie Middlebrook | Sculptor - Stephanie Metz | Jubo Clothing - Jason Nemedez, Averill, & Brian Nemedez | House of Inanna ATS Belly Dance Classes - Petra Pino | Painter and 2024 Content Emerging Artist - Elba Raquel Martinez | Math Rock Band - Ripplings - Anna Macan, Sean Bautista, and Jeremiah Ruperto | San Jose State University Photo 125 - Aahliya Mcelroy, Eric Luu, Jesus Sanchez, Josefina Valenzuela, Regina Joseph, & Stevie Salcido | Hair Stylist - Skittzz | Muralist - Alyssa W. | Singer/songwriter and 2024 Content Emerging Artist - Esther Young…

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Featured Issue 16.4, "Profiles," Elba Raquel 1:30

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