“I am thankful for my community in Augusta, my family and chosen family there,” she says.” Growing up listening to stories and seeing this raw, diverse way to look at the world gave me the possibility to dream.” Williams hails from a family of musicians, poets and artists. Women to Watch unites those worlds as an ongoing collaboration between the National Museum and its national and international chapters, increasing exposure for emerging and underrepresented women artists. “We can become so isolated in our own communities that we often forget the many worlds that exist outside of our own.” “I enjoyed learning about the women artists that I didn’t know before,” King says. The other artists featured are Anila Quayyum Agha of Augusta, Namwon Choi of Savannah, Victoria Dugger of Athens, and Shanequa Gay of Atlanta. I hope that when a collector hangs a piece of my work they stand back and feel pleased about their purchase and also understand that they have helped someone in need.King says the exhibition became an exploration into the practices of extraordinary women based in Georgia. I try to write an email to every buyer as I understand that they have spent their hard earned money on something that clearly means a lot to them. The bigger picture is that we have raised a great deal of money to help so many worthy causes. It is all subjective and I certainly don’t expect everyone to get it.įor you, what is the biggest reward for the Soundwaves Art Campaign? It is simply my interpretation and I am happy if people like it. Sometimes I surprise myself by what I decide. What is your process for selecting the best colors to represent the song?Īs soon as I listen to the song I know where I am heading. As for Mumford & Sons you have to feel a sense of pride as an Englishman that a group of London boys can write as if they born and bred in Americana music culture. If we are talking about Sturgill Simpson, Shovels & Rope, Nathaniel Rateliff, the energy and live performances blow you away. So much of today’s music is lazy and leaves me cold. You get something new every time you listen. The Avetts write beautifully crafted songs as does Jason Isbell. Why does that music speak to you?Īmericana is as much about the words as the music. Soundwaves Art for Jason Isbell’s “Cover Me Up”Īmericana fans will appreciate the pieces based on songs by The Avett Brothers, Jason Isbell, and Mumford & Sons. My one sadness was BB King passing away although he had agreed to sign artwork. I love the fact that artists come back and work a second or third time. I know pieces hang in the homes of many musicians. The Killers wanted a piece to hang in the studio. What are some of your favorite responses from artists when they see your work?ĭolly requested artwork for herself which was amazing. Perfect festival lineup: Shovels & Rope, Buddy and Julie Miller, JD McPherson, Jason Isbell, BB King, The Avett Brothers, The Clash, Pink Floyd. Trips through Nashville, Lafayette, Mississippi, Muscle Shoals and of course living in Austin have given my taste in music a new lease of life. Living in the US has opened my eyes to music that is based in different cultures. Bowie and Pink Floyd gave way to The Clash and The Stranglers in my crazy teenage years. How would you describe your taste in music? You have pieces inspired by a lot of musical styles. Roger Waters, The Wall, any Muse set and The Who’s last tour were all amazing. Some of the best artwork I have seen has been behind a performing band. Today’s technology allows bands to use their stage sets as a moving gallery. I saw The Who at Wembley as a boy and spent all night looking at the lasers. TIM WAKEFIELD: I have always seen sound in color. How did the concept of Soundwaves Art come to you? In this exclusive interview, Wakefield describes his own inspirations through a vast palette of music. Proceeds from this charitable campaign will benefit a number on nonprofit organizations, including MusiCorps, War Child, Hope & Homes for Children, and Music Rising. In 2014 Wakefield offered his creations in an effort with Austin City Limits to benefit ACL, KLRU, and Austin PBS through his work they raised over $40,000. The vivid original artwork is inspired by some of the most popular names in music, including Americana all-stars like The Avett Brothers, Jason Isbell, Mumford & Sons, and Robert Plant and Band of Joy. The event gives dedicated an opportunity to purchase unique, autographed canvases for a notable cause. Fascinated by turning something you hear into something you see, visual artist Tim Wakefield launched the Soundwaves Art Icons of Music fundraiser this month on.
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