Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of NYC-based artist and independent curator, Christina Massey. From her origins in a small Californian town to the bustling art scene of New York City, Christina shares the compelling evolution of her career while offering valuable insights and advice for our listeners.

Here’s what we discuss:

1. What inspired Christina to move to New York City after graduating from art school.

2. How Christina’s work evolved from painting to sculpture, and why she began using repurposed materials in her work.

3. Essential advice for emerging artists who are ready to increase visibility and find opportunities for their work.

4. The story behind Chrsitina’s work as an independent curator and why she’s so passionate about curating in addition to her career as a visual artist.

About Christina -

Massey’s work has won several awards including a Pollock Krasner Foundation Grant, Brooklyn Arts Fund Grants, an FST StudioProject Fund Grant, SIP Fellowship at the EFA Robert Blackburn Printmaking Workshop and a Puffin Foundation Grant. She is currently an artist-in-residence at Art Cake, with exhibitions on view at the MOCA-LI and MAPSpace gallery. Massey is the founder of WoArt, a platform highlighting the work of contemporary female identifying artists. Her independent curatorial projects have shown at such locations as the Court Tree Collective, C24 Gallery, Pelham Art Center, BioBAT Artspace, Space776 Gallery and the Hunterdon Museum.

Website: cmasseyart.com

IG: @cmasseyart + @woartblog

For over a decade, Shannon Sorensen of iTransport4u has worked with artists to help them deliver their artwork to a wide range of locations, including galleries, museums, and collectors' homes. In this episode, Shannon shares the importance of getting your artwork delivered in a way that’s safe and reliable.

Here’s what we discuss:

1. Why Shannon is so passionate about helping artists pack and ship their work.

2. How iTransport4u has evolved since it began in the late 90’s.

3. What you can do to ensure your work arrives securely at its destination.

About iTransport4u -

iTransport4u is a family owned & operated Fine Art Transportation & Services company. Proudly serving Artists, Galleries, Museums & Private Collectors throughout the Lower 48 States for 25 years!

Offering our very own Pro-Corners for your ‘Soft-Pack’ solutions!

Save your time and money with iTransport4u’s ’Soft-Pack’ requirements!

Inquire about our services or submit your quote request online a iTransport4u.com

IG: @itransport4u

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Victoria shares key information about her signature 12-week course for artists, The Artist Glow Up Program, as well as her monthly community membership. Early enrollment is currently open for The Artist Glow Up Program! Get over 20% off by enrolling early. To register, visit visionaryartcollective.com/glowup-private

To learn more about The Visionary Community, visit visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-waitlist

About Victoria:

Victoria J. Fry is a New York City-based painter, educator, curator, and the founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine and Warnes Contemporary Gallery. Since launching VAC in 2020, Fry has worked with over 300+ artists to help them advance their art careers. As part of her mission to increase visibility for artists, she partners up with top curators and gallerists to facilitate virtual and in-person exhibitions. Additionally, Fry has been a guest speaker for the Women’s Caucus of Art in Washington D.C, Superfine Art Fair in NYC, Photo Trouvée Magazine, The Art Queens Society, and Huron River Art Collective. She has curated exhibitions for Create! Magazine, Arts to Hearts Project, The Artful Collective, and recently served as a juror for Women’s United Art Prize. She hosts the New Visionary Podcast. Fry obtained her BFA from the School of Visual Arts in 2012 and her MAT from Maine College of Art in 2014.

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