In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I had the pleasure of speaking with horror scholar and freelance writer, Lea Anderson. Lea Anderson's work, especially at the intersection of Black feminism and monster theory, brings a fascinating and unique per

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Gigi Murakami, the Queen of Black Horror Manga. Gigi Murakami is an Ignatz-nominated mangaka, illustrator, and writer from New York City. Her work masterfully blends Japanese manga with vintage Ame

In this episode, I sit down with Keith Dukes III and Tony Diallo, the creative forces behind Pixalfest, a short film festival in Washington, DC, that showcases the work of young filmmakers. We discuss the origins of Pixalfest, its mission to provide filmm

In this episode, I interview ultra-marathon open water swimmer and visual artist Katie Pumphrey. Katie Pumphrey's work explores the connections between human instincts, play, and the influence of her swimming career on her abstract paintings, sculptures,

In this episode, I interviewed Kait Kluswitz, the creative force behind Kait K Designs. Kaits journey to becoming a full-time artist followed an unconventional path. Originally a mathematics major who worked in retail management, she transitioned to art

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, Rob Lee sits down with Freako Rico, an Atlanta-based visual artist known for his bold and humorous works. Freako shares his creative journey, shaped by his love for pop culture, BMX, skateboarding, and hip-hop. He

In this episode, I sit down with Ainsley Burrows, a multidisciplinary artist originally from Kingston, Jamaica, now based in Baltimore. Ainsley Burrows's groundbreaking methodologies, including NeoChaos and Raktism, have established him as a powerful voic

In this episode of 'The Truth in This Art,' host Rob Lee sits down with Christopher Williams, known as The Black Da Vinci, a visual artist originally from the West Coast, now based in Philadelphia. Christopher's work radiates Black joy through his powerfu

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with multidisciplinary artist, curator, and award-winning filmmaker Imani Dennison. Imanis work delves into the rich narratives of Black culture in the South and the African diaspora, blending folklore

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I sit down with Zach Michel, co-founder of the Charm City Fringe Festival, as we celebrate its 10th anniversary. We dive into the world of fringe art and the unique performances that highlight Baltimore’s vibrant