Bean Gilsdorf talks Staying Nimble, the Importance of Language, and the Working Conditions of Artists

Hear more from Bean on balancing a practice as both an arts writer and visual artist, building and rebuilding community when moving from San Francisco to Poland to Portland, the existential nature of defining success in the arts, using a grant from The Andy Warhol Foundation to study the working conditions of artists in Portland and beyond, and the importance of valuing not just the arts but artists themselves.  Annie’s Kit Clubs — Podcast sponsor, delivering creativity right to your mailbox with a new craft kit every month and all the special supplies and expert instructions to make something new, no matter your age, skill level, or crafting interest! Get 75% off the first month of a kit subscription with promo code BEYONDTHESTUDIO75 at www.annieskitclubs.com (only applicable to monthly subscriptions)   beyondthe.studio Listener Spotlight @beyondthestudio  Intro and Ad Music by: Suahn Branding by: David Colson