#23 – How Do Bold Colors Carry Heritage? | Alexi Abi
S10 #23

#23 – How Do Bold Colors Carry Heritage? | Alexi Abi

Visual artist Alexi Abi returns to talk new work, new influences, and what it takes to stay visible in Washington’s competitive arts scene.
  • How her Lebanese heritage and years in the Caribbean shape today’s bold color fields
  • Building momentum since her last visit—grants, gallery shows, and a pivot toward larger canvases
  • Balancing three lanes: studio practice, teaching, and arts advocacy
  • Tips for navigating D.C. galleries and finding the right creative community
Missed Alexi’s first appearance? Start here →
Recorded on‑site at Eaton DC, part hotel, part cultural hub—worth a look if you’re in town.



Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
Photos:
  • Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
  • Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.
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Creators and Guests

Rob Lee
Host
Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
Alexi Abi Mikhael
Guest
Alexi Abi Mikhael
local DMV (D.C. Maryland, and Virginia) visual artist