• EP 84: BYOK w/ Keila Strong: Brushstrokes of Black Tradition

  • Oct 18 2024
  • Length: 32 mins
  • Podcast

EP 84: BYOK w/ Keila Strong: Brushstrokes of Black Tradition

  • Summary

  • Guest: Keila Strong
    Title: Visual Artist
    Role: Painter and Mosaic Artist

    About the Guest:
    Keila Strong is a visual artist from Chicago, IL, who tells beautiful stories through her paintings and unconventional mosaics. Her work celebrates the stories and traditions of Black culture, drawing inspiration from the fashion and cosmetology industries. Keila's art is known for being innovative, jubilant, and hopeful, portraying the vibrancy and richness of Black experiences.

    Episode Highlights:
    In this episode, Keila Strong shares how she found her artistic voice and the journey that shaped her unique perspective. We explore the significance of Black hair in her artwork, including how she uses hair as a medium to reflect identity and culture. Keila also discusses the importance of having a strong support system in her career, emerging art trends related to Black hair, and her future plans in the art world.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Intro
    02:19 – Documenting the Good Ole Days
    04:43 – Keila’s Artistic Journey
    08:43 – Renita’s Fixation on Bubble, Bubble Gum Artwork
    10:58 – The Importance of Support
    12:40 – Keila’s Muses
    14:41 – Influences of Black Hair
    19:05 – Hair as a Sense of Identity for Black Women
    24:29 – Emerging Art Trends
    26:08 – Future Plans
    28:46 – Keila’s Contact Information
    30:16 – Outro

    Contact Information:
    Instagram: @keilastrongart
    Website: www.keilastrongart.com (adjust if needed)
    Email: info@keilastrongart.com

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