In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Mace Vitale, a blacksmith at the Guilford Art Center in Guilford, Connecticut. Mace shares his journey into blacksmithing, which began with a serendipitous job posting for a "Hamm…
The episode discusses the intricacies of plein air painting, emphasizing its challenges like shifting light, weather, distractions, and physical demands. Host Rich Pfeifer interviews Jay Babina, an artist from Branford, Connecticut, about his journe…
In this episode, host Rich Pfeifer of "Exploring Creativity" interviews Courtney Rosenberg, the owner of Re-Loved Designs, an art studio, and craft classroom in Branford, Connecticut. Courtney discusses her passion for promoting creativity to people…
In this special episode of "Exploring Creativity", host Rich Pfeifer concludes a three-part series on the making of the play "Letter to My Soul". The episode features guests Laura Thoma, the playwright, and Carin Jenny Estey, the director. They disc…
In this episode of "Exploring Creativity", host Rich Pfeifer interviews Dana Naumann, a metal sculptor from North Branford, Connecticut. Naumann shares his journey from a care…
This special episode of "Exploring Creativity" is the second part of a three-part series titled "Making of a Play." The unique rehearsal process for "Letter to My Soul" is discussed. Host Rich Pfeifer talks with playwright Laura Toma, director Bobby…
In this special episode of "Exploring Creativity," host Rich Pfeifer interviews guest MJ Stevenson, delving into various aspects of uncovering and nurturing one's creative potential. The disc…
This special episode of "Exploring Creativity" marks the beginning of a three-part series about the making of the play "Letter To My Soul." Host Rich Pfeifer interviews playwright Laura Thoma and director Bobby Johnson. Laura describes the genesis o…
In this episode of "Exploring Creativity," host Rich Pfeifer interviews Katie Contessa, the director of Shoreline Ballet in Guilford, Connecticut. Katie shares her journey from a shy child to a professional ballet dancer, her early influences, and t…
In this special episode of "Exploring Creativity," host Rich Pfeifer interviews MJ Stevenson on the subjects of mindfulness and meditation. They discuss how these practices can enhance creativity by helping individuals focus and stay present. MJ sha…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Laura Thoma, a playwright from Guilford, Connecticut. Laura discusses her journey from being a professional ballet dancer at a young age to overcoming a career-ending injury and r…
In this episode of 'Exploring Creativity,' host Rich Pfeifer interviews Sharon Hart, an artist and teacher from Branford, Connecticut. Sharon discusses her journey into the world of watercolor painting, which began after her retirement about 15 year…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Seth Weiss, an artisan from Clinton, Connecticut, who specializes in metal and woodwork. Weiss shares his approach to creating pieces that are both utilitarian and whimsical, ofte…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Mark Simon, an architect at Centerbrook Architects in Centerbrook Connecticut. Mark clearly explains that architects are the primary designers and directors of a building pr…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Julie Fitzpatrick, an actor, writer, and teacher from Guilford, Connecticut. Julie discusses her early experiences and inspirations in acting, the various methods and techniques s…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews artist and teacher Stephanie Smelser who is originally from New Haven, Connecticut. Smelser discusses her early inspirations from her creative family and visits to the Yale Art Ga…
In this episode of 'Exploring Creativity,' host Rich Pfeifer interviews Fethi Meghelli, an artist from New Haven, Connecticut. Fethi shares his journey into art, which began in his childhood with a notable moment in first grade that sparked his arti…
In this episode of 'Exploring Creativity,' host Rich Pfeifer interviews musician Steve Recchia from Watertown, Connecticut. Steve shares his journey in music, starting from childhood exposure to rock and roll through his older brother to achieving a…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews Nikki Travaglino, a painter from Guilford. Nikki discusses her early passion for art, sparked by her art-loving third-grade teacher, Mrs. Gianetti. She talks about her upbringing …
In this episode of 'Exploring Creativity,' host Rich Pfeifer interviews MJ Stevenson, an artist from New Haven, Connecticut, known for her paper pulp bowls and tissue paper monoprints. MJ shares her journey of turning personal and often upsetting jo…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeiffer interviews Alex Wetmore, a graphic designer and collage artist. Alex shares her journey from working in graphic design at ad agencies in New York City to discovering her passion for collage…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer interviews artist Doug AmEnde from Guilford about his artistic journey and the challenges and inspirations he faces. Doug shares his story of starting in his early 20s, initially experimenti…
In this episode of Exploring Creativity, host Rich Pfeifer discusses the journey and insights of Branford, Connecticut-based painter and sculptor Molly McDonald. Molly shares how her parents inspired her early interest in art through sketching and p…