Exploring Art, DJ Culture, and Creativity with Terry Thompson
In this captivating episode of The Truth In This Art, join host Rob Lee as he delves into a fascinating conversation with Terry Thompson, a self-taught American artist and renowned veteran club DJ/producer/promoter. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, and currently based in Baltimore, Maryland, Terry Thompson's artistic journey is a mesmerizing fusion of visual art and DJ culture.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Terry's unique creative process and the role color plays in his artwork as he shares his inspirations and memories of album covers, magazine images, and movie posters from his formative years.
- How his experiences in the dance and DJ community have influenced his artistic practice, seamlessly blending music and visual expression.
- Terry's influences, from legendary artists like Pablo Picasso and Basquiat to iconic figures in DJ culture, and his perspective on maintaining creativity in the face of comparisons.
- Terry's view of Baltimore through the lens of creativity and art, highlighting the city's vibrant artistic scene and his own contributions as an artist and DJ.
Join us as we explore Terry Thompson's dynamic artistic journey, uncovering the intersection of music, visual art, and cultural expression, and gaining insights into his unique perspective on creativity and the power of artistic fusion.
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This program is supported (in part) by a grant from the Robert W. Deutsch Foundation.
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
About "The Truth In This Art"
If you have a story about art, culture, or community, share it with us at rob@thetruthinthisart.com for a chance to be featured on 'The Truth In This Art' podcast.
Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart
Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
About "The Truth In This Art"
"The Truth In This Art," hosted by Rob Lee, is a podcast that explores the essence of creativity and its community impact, amplifying artists' voices and their profound stories.
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Host
Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
Guest
Terry Thompson
Painter, Terry Thompson, a self-taught American artist, born in Chicago, Illinois and currently based in Baltimore, Maryland. He also well-known veteran club dj/producer/promoter with releases on the London, UK record label Defected