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Repair, Repetition, and the Beauty of What’s Left Behind — In Conversation with Ethan Caflisch

Ethan Caflisch has lived many lives in the past decade — from the California art scene to six years in London, where he’s now officially a citizen. He’s someone who can find a sense of belonging anywhere, while still carrying a perspective uniquely his own — a quality he embraces in both life and art.

This Tattoo Artist Will Tell You: “If I’m Not Into It, I Don’t Do It”

No trends, no shortcuts—just soul. Here’s how Matthew Zumberge brings intuition into every piece of permanent art.

What Started with Tahitian Dance Became a Life of Sacred Creation

Long before she was a jewelry artist, Jill Donaldson was learning the rhythms of the islands. Today, those early roots live on through Moni Tapu.

Kortney Jones Bridges: Painting Cowgirls, Colorado Roots, and the Stories We Refuse to Water Down

Some artists chase trends. Others are carrying something older — something inherited.

When I sat down with Kortney Jones Bridges, it was obvious she isn’t painting Western art because it’s having a moment. She’s painting it because it’s in her bloodline, in her memory, in her sense of home.

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Welcome to Art Convos, a space dedicated to uncovering the heart and soul behind the art. I’m Marisa Personius, a passionate storyteller and photographer who seeks to highlight the journeys of artists from all walks of life. Through interviews and photography, I capture the essence of their creativity, exploring the “why” behind their work and sharing their stories with the world. At Art Convos, it’s not just about the art; it’s about the people, their inspirations, and the incredible journeys that shape their craft.

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