What's the secret to staying on the journey of the art?
On Journey of the Art, we discuss the artist, unravel the art, and explore the road between. My goal is to extend lifelines to artists by unravelling the complications behind artistry and bridging the gap between artists and the receivers of their work.
Hosted by Lola Opatayo, writer, editor, singer, and all-round lover of words.
Telling inspiring stories of artists
The show is dedicated to creating a warm, authentic environment where artists can share honest reflections on the unique journey of their artistry. We celebrate the highs of artistic achievement and ponder the lows of the artist's sacrifice.
This is our biggest question: what is the secret to staying on the journey of the art?
Featured Episodes
The Untold Daughter of Miguel de Cervantes: Martha Bátiz on Historical Fiction
Martha Bátiz tells me what inspired her to reimagine the stories of Miguel de Cervantes and his family in her historical novel, A Daughter’s Place.
Drinking the Ocean: Depression, faith and politics
Chatting with Saad Omar Khan about depression, faith, unrequited love, and the connections between these in Drinking the Ocean.
How Thao Lam’s Everybelly Is Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Their Bodies
For author and illustrator Thao Lam, a heartbreaking moment with her daughter became the catalyst for a beautifully honest picture book, Everybelly.
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