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Listen "Kamran Samimi Audio - Part 1 : A Conversation with Curator Dr. Leslee Michelsen "
Episode Synopsis
In this special audio program, we explore the artistic and curatorial voices behind recent exhibitions and programs at Shangri La.
In this three part series we explore the work of Shangri La’s first Hawaii-based artist in residence, Kamran Samimi. Kamran participated in a residency at Shangri La from January 1, 2020 to February 28, 2021 during which he created two exhibitions of original work. Check out the art here and here.
In part one of this series exploring Kamran’s work, we hear from Dr. Leslee Michelsen, Shangri La’s curator of collections and exhibitions. Leslee worked closely with Kamran throughout his residency and will talk about the significance of having Kamran as Shangri La’s first Hawaii-based artist in residence and what it means to curate both historic collections and contemporary artists.
Conversations were recorded either in person in Shangri La’s offices following Covid-19 protocols, or via Zoom. Featured music by Kahnma, audio series was recorded and edited by Jason Taglianetti.
In this three part series we explore the work of Shangri La’s first Hawaii-based artist in residence, Kamran Samimi. Kamran participated in a residency at Shangri La from January 1, 2020 to February 28, 2021 during which he created two exhibitions of original work. Check out the art here and here.
In part one of this series exploring Kamran’s work, we hear from Dr. Leslee Michelsen, Shangri La’s curator of collections and exhibitions. Leslee worked closely with Kamran throughout his residency and will talk about the significance of having Kamran as Shangri La’s first Hawaii-based artist in residence and what it means to curate both historic collections and contemporary artists.
Conversations were recorded either in person in Shangri La’s offices following Covid-19 protocols, or via Zoom. Featured music by Kahnma, audio series was recorded and edited by Jason Taglianetti.
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