Meredith Starr and Dayna Levitt are artists behind the Are You There? project, a collaborative initiative born during the pandemic that combines their unique perspectives through visual storytelling. Their journey serves as a testament to the power of collaboration, community, and the endless possibilities within the artistic process.

Here’s what we discuss:

1. The importance of collaboration: Meredith and Dayna reflect on the trust and respect that define their artistic partnership, allowing for open feedback and shared creative vision.

2. The ways in which Meredith and Dayna’s work serves as a gateway to constructed memories and new worlds, encouraging viewers to engage in moments of reflection and observation.

3. Maintaining an organic approach to the creative process, allowing room for exploration and spontaneity without rigid structures.

About Meredith & Dayna -

Meredith Starr, an interdisciplinary artist in New York, and Dayna Leavitt, a photographer in London, are former roommates and started their collaborative project, Are You There?, to stay connected during the pandemic. What started as a daily creative challenge in a time of global uncertainty has transformed into a stunning array of imagined landscapes.

Website: meredithstarr.com/work/are-you-there

IG: @areyouthere_project

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In this episode, Victoria encourages listeners to take space to process their emotions, emphasizing that it’s okay to rest, seek connection, or lean into creative work as a form of healing. She highlights the importance of allowing oneself to feel deeply, especially in challenging times. Victoria reminds artists that their creative practice can be a safe space for healing and reflection, and that together, we will rise through compassion, art, and community. She closes with a reminder that each artist's work, voice, and spirit matter, encouraging listeners to focus on what’s within their control and nurture their creative journey with intention.

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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 hundreds of artists to help them advance their art careers. As part of her mission to increase visibility for artists, she partners 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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In this episode, Victoria shares her insights on building a sustainable art career, emphasizing resilience, self-care, and creative exploration. She discusses the challenges artists face when balancing creative practice with other responsibilities and highlights the importance of taking breaks to recharge. Victoria encourages artists to stay focused on their long-term vision, celebrate small wins, and remember that success is a journey, not a destination.

Here's what we discuss:

1. Building an art career requires resilience and dedication.

2. Taking breaks from your creative work is necessary for growth.

3. Focus on what is within your control in your art career.

4. Celebrate small wins and acknowledge your progress.

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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 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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