The Blind Chick Braille Art Revolution with Clarke Reynolds
Feb 6, 2025
27:59
n this episode of The Blind Chick, hosts Penn Street and Moses Street welcome Clark Reynolds, an extraordinary blind Braille artist and soon-to-be-published author. Clark shares his journey growing up with low vision, his love for art, and how he transformed his artistic expression after losing his sight. He discusses his innovative Braille-based artwork, which not only creates beautiful visual pieces but also gives blind individuals a deeper, more meaningful experience. His unique approach challenges the traditional way art is consumed, making Braille an artistic and storytelling medium.
The conversation also touches on Clark's experiences with homelessness, his career in dental artistry, and his upcoming projects, including Braille portraits and educational toys that teach Braille in a fun and engaging way. Clark’s inspiring journey and artistic vision redefine accessibility in the art world, proving that blindness is not a barrier to creativity.
Episode Highlights & Chapter Markers
00:00 - Welcome to The Blind Chick! Introduction by Penn and Moses Street.
02:07 - Introducing Clark Reynolds: The Braille artist and soon-to-be author.
03:27 - Clark’s background: Growing up with low vision and discovering art at age six.
08:08 - The impact of vision loss and navigating life changes.
10:31 - The shift from dental artistry to exploring tactile art.
17:30 - Learning Braille in just three weeks and using it as an artistic medium.
19:54 - Creating Braille typography and art that tells stories.
22:14 - Braille portraits, the Donald Trump piece, and upcoming projects.
24:36 - Changing how blind individuals experience art vs. sighted people.
26:57 - Clark’s work in education: Teaching over 13,000 children Braille through art.
28:00 - Upcoming projects: Educational toys, Braille puzzles, and a Braille cube.
29:30 - Outro: Teasing Part 2 and other Aftersight podcasts.
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Blindsight – Mental health in the blind community
Blind Level Tech – Accessible technology
Navigating Life with Vision Loss – Advocacy season coming soon!
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The conversation also touches on Clark's experiences with homelessness, his career in dental artistry, and his upcoming projects, including Braille portraits and educational toys that teach Braille in a fun and engaging way. Clark’s inspiring journey and artistic vision redefine accessibility in the art world, proving that blindness is not a barrier to creativity.
Episode Highlights & Chapter Markers
00:00 - Welcome to The Blind Chick! Introduction by Penn and Moses Street.
02:07 - Introducing Clark Reynolds: The Braille artist and soon-to-be author.
03:27 - Clark’s background: Growing up with low vision and discovering art at age six.
08:08 - The impact of vision loss and navigating life changes.
10:31 - The shift from dental artistry to exploring tactile art.
17:30 - Learning Braille in just three weeks and using it as an artistic medium.
19:54 - Creating Braille typography and art that tells stories.
22:14 - Braille portraits, the Donald Trump piece, and upcoming projects.
24:36 - Changing how blind individuals experience art vs. sighted people.
26:57 - Clark’s work in education: Teaching over 13,000 children Braille through art.
28:00 - Upcoming projects: Educational toys, Braille puzzles, and a Braille cube.
29:30 - Outro: Teasing Part 2 and other Aftersight podcasts.
Listen & Subscribe
🔹 Follow The Blind Chick on your favorite podcast platform!
🔹 Check out other Aftersight podcasts:
Blindsight – Mental health in the blind community
Blind Level Tech – Accessible technology
Navigating Life with Vision Loss – Advocacy season coming soon!
📢 Help Us Grow!
⭐ Leave a 5-star review and share with your family & friends!