743 Patterson Park AUDIO Podcast - US Event Photos

Aaron Hill playing his piano in Baltimore City park

24

Dec

Our Own Mini Artscape (Audio)

Join US Event Photos owner Mike Gatty as he talks to mom and son art team, Aaron Hill and Cheryl Lawson. Cheryl discovered her love of art and creativity during the COVID-19 pandemic as she drew in the middle of Baltimore's Patterson Park. Aaron is a social media personality who decided to bring his piano right out into our community, playing pop up concerts on the street corners, in the parks, in surrounding towns, and even in driveways. We...

Jean LaVelle's Hopkins Hospital Baltimore

11

Dec

Jean LaVelle: It’s Always Sunny in Baltimore (AUDIO ONLY)

I continue our discussion about art and creativity with one of my favorite people: my Aunt, Jean LaVelle. A Baltimore folk artist, Aunt Jean sees the world differently, and through her art, brings her joyous visions to life. During a time when COVID is rampaging, and many face the holidays in isolation — Aunt Jean’s […]

Allison Fomich uses nature to inspire her jewelry

26

Nov

Allison Fomich: The At of the Pivot (audio)

Join US Event Photos owner Mike Gatty as he talks the business of art with jewelry designer Allison Fomich. They discuss how COVID has impacted the Baltimore art community, dive into her jewelry design and creation business, and how everything ties together in this heart felt interview with the owner of Tiger Lilly. If you're an artist trying to stay in business during COVID-19, you don't want to miss this talk.

13

Nov

Allowing Your Weirdness: Shelley Brown AUDIO ONLY

Join Podcast host Mike Gatty in an in-depth discussion with artist, wellness coach, and author Shelley Brown! Shelley's overriding life rule is to allow your weirdness, and explains: "Life is a freight town, on a roller coaster, straight down a rabbit hole. The only trick is when to get off." Shelley talks about how feminism influences her work, her upcoming book The Glue is Drying Weird Girl Adventures and her work as a mindfulness coach.

06

Nov

Critters, Mandalas, Solstice and Chalk: Martha Simons (Audio)

Join host Mike Gatty as he interviews community organizer and artist Martha Simons about her Butchers Hill and Patterson Park outdoor art projects. From Chalk Night to Solstice Windows, Mandala Friday to Chester Street Critters, Martha contributes generously to the heart and soul of our Baltimore community.

31

Oct

Black Lives Matter Window Mural Project Audio Only

Join host Mike Gatty as he talks with Kate Klusewitz, a local artist who founded the Black Lives Matter Window Mural Project in the Patterson Park neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. Kate and her artists have raised more than $6,000 for black advocacy groups, and have painted more than 100 local windows.

A Baltimore street mural in Patterson Park

26

Oct

New Street Mural in Butchers Hill — Audio Only

Host and Owner of US Event Photos kicks off the 743 Patterson Park Podcast by interviewing Grant McGuire. A Butchers Hill native, McGuire is unveiling a new street mural on his house painted by Artist Justin Nethercut. Mike explores the background of the mural: including funding, theme, and timing.