In this episode, textile artist and embroidery teacher Christi Johnson talks with Zaneta about the power of embroidery, magical correspondences, creative sustainability, crafts vs high art, and myths about creative ability.
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In this episode, magical textile artist and teacher Christi Johnson shares her sacred stitching practice and wisdom about creative myths and artist sustainability. Exploring how seasonal shifts can impact our creative output and how to stand in our rhythms. We also discuss the idea of crafts and the patriarchal notions of fine art.
About the Guest
Christi Johnson is NY-based textile artist and designer, whose works include embroidery, natural dyes, and patchwork. Christi offers classes and workshops, and creates amazing patchwork talismans meant to magically imbue the garment and the empower the wearer.
To learn more, visit www.mixedcolor.net or follow Christi @christijay or @stitchfix
About the Host
Zaneta (they/them) is a Brooklyn-based sound ritualist, listening educator, creativity activist, and podcast host. At the core of their work is a deep desire to remember how to live in interconnectedness. Whether that is through meditation and connecting with the self, or in community rituals to connect to the land, Zaneta weaves sound and ritual to create experiences that transform the way participants hear and connect to the world.
To learn more about Zaneta’s work, visit www.soundartmagic.com
Or follow them on IG @soundartmagic
About the Podcast
Art Witch is where creativity, magic, and healing align for personal and collective liberation. Hosted by Brooklyn-based sound ritualist, arts educator, and tarot reader Zaneta, Art Witch aims to provide resources for the creative journey. In this podcast you’ll hear from a variety of artists, witches, healers, and experts sharing their wisdom and stories, all with the intention of helping folx make art and share their unique magic with the world.
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Music by Zaneta
Art by Nim Tabile @the_nmrd