Artistic Exploration with Rafaella Braga: Vulnerability, Culture, and Creative Expression
Begin your experience with 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, presented by the one and only Rob Lee. Today we have Rafaella Braga, a young Brazilian artist based in Berlin, is celebrated for her captivating multidisciplinary artistry. Specializing in expansive canvas paintings infused with mixed media, she delves into intimate personal themes as a self-exploration medium. Rafaella's creations resonate with vibrant hues and fluid forms, serving as windows into the realm of personal vulnerability and the human body.
Within this segment, we dig into:
Rafaella started her artistic journey at a young age, initially exploring street art and graffiti before transitioning to more personal and introspective work. Her paintings serve as a diary, allowing her to express her emotions and experiences. Braga draws inspiration from life itself, including her family, past, present, and the future she hopes to create. Moving from Brazil to Berlin has allowed her to incorporate different cultural influences into her work, creating a unique blend of her Brazilian roots and the experiences she has had in Europe. Braga embraces imperfections in her art and values the experience of creation over conforming to beauty standards. She sees her work as a diary with countless interpretations, using hidden meanings and obscure techniques to keep viewers guessing.
Photo credit Intissare Aamri
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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Hosted by Rob Lee, "The Truth In This Art" podcast dives into the heart of creativity and its influence on the community. This arts and culture podcast from Baltimore highlights artists discussing their ideas, sharing insights, and telling impactful stories. Through these artist interviews, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the creative economy and artistic life in Baltimore.
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