We spoke to Niko Taylor to learn more about their practice and passions ahead of their show, Q-ties. Taylor discusses the power of using art to start conversations, and the importance of investing in the queer community. Q-ties opens January 13th, 6–9pm at Wild Goose Creative. Where are you from…

In preparation for the 2023 Midwestern Queer Comedy Festival, we spoke to Executive Producer, Dwayne Duke. Duke talks about his own history with comedy and his excitement for the fifth in person festival. The MQCFest will take place January 11th-14th at Wild Goose Creative. Tell us about yourself. I’m Dwayne…

We spoke with Luke Howard, founder of the bee collective, to learn about their mission and their upcoming collaborative show, beecoming home. beecoming home is opening on August 12th, 5–9 pm. Tell us about the concept behind beecoming home. the beecoming home concept came from a variety of places and…

Dear friend, While I will always proudly remain a supporter and fierce advocate for WGC, I will be stepping down as Executive Director of Wild Goose Creative at the end of this month. What an incredible journey it has been for me doing this work alongside you. …

Tiers of Joy, a solo show featuring original works by Luke Boyd, opens July 8th, 2022. Tell us about the concept behind Tiers of Joy. Tiers of Joy is a body of confectionary art that combines cake decorating and painting to create a palatable reality. …

Tod is an artist and teacher, whose most recent project is Doodle Scool, a unique and relaxing approach to art lessons. His upcoming class is Wednesday, July 20th, 6-8pm. Why did you start Doodle Scool? Doodle Scool came about as an idea of bringing the meditative and explorative benefits of…

Tell us a little bit about the classes you offer. My classes are for beginners to intermediate sewers to learn how to operate a sewing machine and select, read and use patterns. In addition, the class will go over the different fabrics and sewing techniques, like zippers, pockets, and buttonholes…

January 2022 Carry On: A Journey Though Hope opens January 14th — February 4th Tell us about your title “Carry On”? “Carry On — A Journey Towards Hope” encompasses the overall experience I’ve had as a person and artist. Dealing with anxiety and depression, I’ve had to learn to “look…

In a mash-up of vibrant color and provocative sensation. Playfulness as a theme is central to each artist as they create their work, elevating discarded materials and scraps of society to become moments of precious relief from these bleak times. When and how did you two decide to collaborate? Claire Smith: “I was asked to collaborate with Krista by…