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Art in the Raw: A Podcast About Queer Artists

Art in the Raw: A Podcast About Queer Artists

著者： David Smith Salon Naturale
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 Art in the Raw is a podcast exploring the bold and unfiltered world of queer art. Hosted by David Smith of Salon Naturale, each episode features intimate conversations with LGBTQ+ artists who push boundaries in nude art, photography, painting, and multimedia. Discover the inspirations, struggles, and creative processes behind their work - raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically queer. New episodes every other Sunday.David Smith, Salon Naturale アート
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  • EP19: Hiding in Plain Sight: Queer Codings in Art with Ignacio Darnaunde

    EP19: Hiding in Plain Sight: Queer Codings in Art with Ignacio Darnaunde
    2025/11/30
    Summary: Ignacio Darnaunde takes us on a vivid journey into the hidden queer histories embedded in some of the world’s most famous artworks. From classical mythologies and religious imagery to coded visual symbols, he reveals how queer artists navigated repression across centuries. This episode explores the ongoing challenges of queer erasure in art institutions, the power of visibility, and Ignacio’s inspiring mission to transform art history narratives. Keywords: Queer art historyQueer coding in artIgnacio DarnaundeHomoerotic artArt censorshipQueer visibilityMichelangelo queer codesReligious and mythological symbolismFelix Gonzalez-TorresQueer art documentary Takeaways Ignacio's epiphany began 15 years ago when he saw John Singer Sargent’s Young Man with Laurels, recognizing coded queer desire in classical art.Queer artists historically used classical, mythological, and religious imagery as “perfect alibis” to safely express same-sex desire without censorship or punishment.Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel contains androgynous and homoerotic imagery, including depictions of same-sex couples, revealing hidden queer narratives.Saint Sebastian’s often eroticized depiction served as a coded symbol of male beauty and queer desire safely cloaked in religious respectability.Museums and art institutions have a history of erasing or downplaying artists’ queerness, often due to conservative boards or fears about market value.Ignacio exposed this institutional erasure in a viral article on Felix Gonzalez-Torres’ Smithsonian retrospective, which omitted references to the artist’s queerness and AIDS-related themes.Queer coding is not just historical; it spans various identities including lesbian, bisexual, and trans artists, all forced into coded expressions due to repression.Despite increasing homophobia and institutional resistance, there is a growing public and gallery appetite for queer art, often showcased openly without needing codes.Ignacio recommends following intuitive queer readings in art research, trusting the “queer eye” to uncover hidden narratives with strong likelihood of being accurate.He emphasizes the importance of queer visibility, famously saying, “You can’t be it if you don’t see it,” underlining his mission to bring marginalized queer art histories to light. Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Ignacio Darnaunde and his queer art journey01:00 – Discovery of queer coding in John Singer Sargent’s work04:00 – Visual symbols: classical, mythological, and religious imagery as queer codes06:00 – Detailed examples: Michelangelo, Luca Signorelli, and Saint Sebastian08:20 – Vatican censorship of homoerotic imagery10:00 – Docu-series plans: “Hiding in Plain Sight” overview12:00 – Institutional erasure and the case of Felix Gonzalez-Torres15:30 – Money, conservatism, and queer art censorship in museums22:00 – Queer visibility of well-known modern artists and nuances in censorship25:30 – Queer coding beyond gay men: lesbians, trans, and fluid identities28:00 – Challenges faced in mainstream art history and audience reactions32:30 – Disney and Hollywood: queer codes in animation and villain stereotypes36:00 – Contemporary queer art and the fading need for coding38:00 – Advice for queer artists and scholars exploring hidden narratives40:30 – Emotional impact and the future of queer art visibility42:00 – Rapid fire lightning round with Ignacio’s personal creative insights Guest Info Ignacio Darnaunde – Queer art historian, researcher, and filmmaker dedicated to uncovering queer codes in art history. Follow his work on Instagram BREAKING THE GAY CODE IN ART. Read his articles in Out Magazine Article. More info via his LinkTree & Facebook Resources & Links Salon Naturale Newsletter on SubstackBlueSky | Instagram | FacebookListen on Podbean | Spotify | Apple Podcasts Stay Connected with Salon Naturale! 
Ready to dive deeper into the world of queer art, creativity, and community? Visit our website at salonnaturale.art to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on: New Podcast Episodes: Insights, interviews, and discussions that inspire.Drink & Draw Events: Join us monthly for fun nights of creativity and connection at The Dallas EagleNude Art Socials: Explore the beauty of the human form through art.
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    49 分
  • E18: The Art Teacher Who Paints the Night: Joe Boatfield

    E18: The Art Teacher Who Paints the Night: Joe Boatfield
    2025/11/30
    Summary Joe Boatfield joins host David Smith for a candid, vulnerable conversation about art, identity, and the spaces—from high school classrooms to Dallas’s gay bars—where they intersect. Joe shares how a transformative relationship with an art teacher led him from academic disengagement to a passionate career in art education, while his paintings capture the vibrant, complex, and sometimes contradictory experiences of queer community life in Texas. Together, David and Joe explore the beauty of creative authenticity, the importance of sharing one’s work, and the ongoing quest to reflect both the light and shadows of queer spaces through art. Keywords Queer artArt educationGay bar cultureAuthentic expressionDallas art sceneLGBTQ+ communityCreative resilienceVulnerability in artTeachers as artistsQueer visibility in Texas Takeaways Queer art and identity are deeply shaped by formative relationships—Joe’s journey was transformed by an art teacher who saw his potential and believed in him when few others did.Dallas’s gay bars are depicted in Joe’s work as spaces of joy, community, and contradiction, with bold neon colors and deep shadows representing both the safety and occasional dangers found within.Joe’s paintings aim to capture the observer’s perspective—those first overwhelming, exhilarating, and sometimes anxious moments of entering new queer spaces as an outsider.As an openly queer art teacher in a conservative Texas district, Joe advocates for authenticity and encourages both his students and fellow educators to create and share honest, personal work.Joe believes the vulnerability in art is its power—inviting viewers to step into unfamiliar perspectives, confront contradictions, and find beauty in discomfort.Students as young as kindergarten demonstrate moments of authentic self-expression, and Joe strives to nurture those instincts rather than stifle them.In Joe’s experience, most backlash against queer art and art teachers comes from misunderstanding—emphasizing the need for ongoing dialogue, visibility, and advocacy.Joe’s future work will likely explore abstraction and metaphor, moving beyond the literal to capture deeper emotional truths about queer community and identity.Creativity isn’t limited to “art class”—it’s a vital skill in science, engineering, architecture, and everyday life.Telling honest stories through art can heal, build community, and serve as a mirror for both celebration and critique within queer culture. Chapters 00:03 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:45 Early Artistic Awakening00:50 The Role of a Mentor: Finding the Path to Art03:40 Art Education: From Failing Student to Honored Graduate05:20 Expressing Queer Identity Through Art08:05 The Dichotomy of Queer Spaces: Light, Joy, and Shadow09:23 Art That Moves: Painting from Vintage Photographs13:03 Dallas’s Queer History and Community Connections19:15 Authenticity and Vulnerability in Art and Teaching22:46 Challenges of Queer Visibility for Art Teachers26:48 Inspiring the Next Generation of Queer Artists31:10 Future Directions: Abstraction and Metaphor34:56 Creativity Beyond the Canvas38:21 Lightning Round: Artistic Preferences and Influences41:02 Closing Thoughts: The Legacy of a Queer Artist Guest Information Joe's WebsiteJoe's Instagram Resources & Connect Subscribe to our Substack for essays and bonus contentFollow us on Instagram and BlueskyListen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere podcasts are foundLords of an Underground Empire - D Magazine Stay Connected with Salon Naturale! 
Ready to dive deeper into the world of queer art, creativity, and community? Visit our website at salonnaturale.art to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on: New Podcast Episodes: Insights, interviews, and discussions that inspire.Drink & Draw Events: Join us monthly for fun nights of creativity and connection at The Dallas EagleNude Art Socials: Explore the beauty of the human form through art.
 Subscribe Now and become part of our vibrant community!
 Follow us on: Bluesky @salonnaturale.art Instagram @salonnaturale YouTube @salonnaturale Hosted on Podbean
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    45 分
  • E17: The Art of Sobriety: A Journey of Self-Discovery

    E17: The Art of Sobriety: A Journey of Self-Discovery
    2025/10/26
    Summary Artist Charlie Cole joins David Smith and Gabe Vasquez for a candid exploration of how sobriety, queer identity, and spirituality shape creative expression. From childhood art experiments to the erotic themes of his current work, Cole shares how his journey is marked by vulnerability, humor, and a refusal to hide any part of himself. Along the way, the conversation delves into the power of community, the alchemy of erotic and spiritual energy, and why shedding old skins—whether through paint or recovery—can lead to honest, transformative art. You can listen to Part 1 of our interview with Charlie over on Gabe's Podcast: Art, Sobriety, and the Fool's Journey: Charlie's Path to Healing Through Creativity Keywords queer art, sobriety, recovery, erotic art, creativity, spirituality, LGBTQ+ artists, vulnerability, Dallas art scene, artistic process Takeaways Art as Subconscious Expression: Cole sees art as a channel for subconscious truths, allowing things to emerge that even he doesn’t fully understand until after creation.Sobriety as Creative Catalyst: Getting sober didn’t just clear space for art—it allowed Cole’s creative voice to grow in bold, authentic directions, free from shame or self-censorship.Eroticism as Spiritual: Cole’s current work is unapologetically erotic, reflecting his belief that sexual energy and spiritual energy are deeply connected, not separate realms.From Chaos to Clarity: Pre-sobriety art was sporadic and hard to trace; post-recovery, Cole’s art shows a clear, evolving narrative, mirroring his emotional and spiritual growth.Vulnerability Through Visibility: Making erotic art—especially pieces that might make even his mom blush—requires a willingness to be seen, judged, and ultimately proud.Creative Cycles and Pink Clouds: Like the “pink cloud” phase in recovery, Cole’s artistic journey ebbs and flows, with bursts of inspiration followed by quieter periods of reflection.Community and Isolation: While Cole’s art is deeply personal, he reflects on the tension between creative solitude and the desire for deeper artistic community.From Abstraction to Intimacy: Cole’s next artistic phase might move beyond raw eroticism to explore intimacy, connection, and emotional depth—finding new ways to tell queer stories.The Fool’s Journey Through Recovery: His unpublished book merges tarot symbolism with sobriety narratives, offering a personal map for integrating spiritual and creative growth.Art as Manifestation: Cole believes that what we paint can shape our reality—sometimes literally, as people or situations that appear in his life eerily resemble figures from his canvases. Chapters & Timestamps 00:02 – Introductions & Setting the Stage00:39 – Gabe’s Podcast Mission: Sobriety and the LGBTQ+ Community03:15 – Charlie’s Creative Roots: From Childhood Sketches to Performance Art05:28 – Art Before and After Sobriety: Finding a Linear Progression09:18 – Spirituality in Art: From Marie Laveau to Out-of-Body Experiences12:08 – Queer Identity & Art: Eroticism, Vulnerability, and Liberation14:15 – Gabe on Creativity in Recovery: From Journaling to Crochet17:13 – Charlie’s Creative Process Today: Erotic Art, Collaboration, and Growth24:10 – Advice for Creatives: Embracing Imperfection, Vulnerability, and Subconscious Flow33:07 – Creative Community: The Search for Connection Beyond the Canvas35:18 – Art as Shedding Skin: Phases, Bursts, and the Evolution of Voice41:02 – The Fool’s Journey Through Recovery: Charlie’s Unpublished Book and Spiritual Integration46:52 – Looking Ahead: Next Projects, New Directions, and Taking Up Space54:55 – Rapid-Fire Questions: Oils, Cocktail Twins, and the Art of the Daddy Voice01:03:28 – Closing Thoughts: The Magic of Growth, Community, and Queer Creativity Featured Artist & Guest Links Charlie Cole is a Dallas-based artist whose work spans spiritual symbolism, queer eroticism, and the interplay of recovery and creativity. His unpublished book, The Fool’s Journey Through Recovery, explores tarot as a metaphor for sobriety and personal evolution. Facebook Page: Art by ColeInstagram: @charlesedwardcoleBook: The Fool’s Journey Through Recovery – buy on Amazon or Barnes & Noble Gabe Vasquez hosts his own podcast for Out & About AF: Alcohol-free coaching, community, and travel for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies. You can find more information about Gabe and Out and About AF below. Linktree: Out & About AFApple Podcast: Out & About AFFacebook Support Group: Out & About AF Resources & Connect Subscribe to our Substack for essays and bonus contentFollow us on Instagram and BlueskyListen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere podcasts are found Stay Connected with Salon Naturale! 
Ready to dive deeper into the world of queer art, creativity, and community? Visit our website at salonnaturale.art to subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on: New Podcast Episodes: ...
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