The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter Unveiling the Artistic Odyssey of Qrcky: A DMV Artist's Exploration of Social Commentary and Human Nature
Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in a meaningful conversation with Qrcky. He is a notable DMV artist renowned for his thought-provoking work, delving into social commentary, daily routines, human nature, street art, cubism, abstract art, and ethical issues. Drawing inspiration from influential artists like Kara Walker and Jean-Michel Basquiat, Qrcky masterfully crafts synergies through layers of both constructed and discovered elements. Currently based in Baltimore, his art explores themes of movement, surface deconstruction, reassembly, and the interplay of forgetting and remembering past experiences. Passionate about using art as a medium of expression, Qrcky addresses a wide range of topics, including political issues and social injustices, infusing profound emotions and thoughts into his creations.
In our talk, Qrcky shares:
- How he utilizes his art to express a wide range of emotions and thoughts, delving into political issues and social injustices through his thought-provoking work.
- Explore the mindset of Qrcky, an artist dedicated to continuous growth and artistic evolution, as he shares his beliefs on pushing artistic boundaries and constantly improving his craft.
- Discover the well of inspiration that fuels Qrcky's artistry as he shares how current events and personal experiences shape his creative process and influence the themes he explores in his artwork.
- Get to know the multi-faceted Qrcky beyond his art as he discusses his diverse interests, from playing chess and inventing to embracing the world of basic coding, offering an insight into the creative mind of this remarkable artist.
Join us in this enlightening episode as Qrcky discuss how he started his artistic journey as a graphic artist but later transitioned to painting. He found that painting allowed him to channel his emotions and create meaningful pieces. He often draws inspiration from current events and personal experiences. Qrcky believes in pushing himself to constantly improve and evolve as an artist. He is also interested in other creative pursuits, such as playing chess, inventing, and learning basic coding.
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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
- Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
- Edited by Daniel Alexis
- Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
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- Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
- Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.
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