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Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast

Richard Colon x Quajay Donnell x Rob Bell

Behind the Glass Gallery podcast is a monthly talk with the current month"s BTG Roster. Artists are interviewed about their submissions and we dive deep into their process, inspiration and thought process centralized around their artwork in the Behind the Glass Gallery located in the heart of Downtown Rochester NY. Hosted by Richard B Colón, Quajay Donnell and Rob Bell

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52:38

Rochester, Buffalo and Worldwide

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/09/29

BtG presents two featured photographers, Jamal "Cheeba" David (@cheebaarchive) and DJ Carr (@djcarrr), whose work will be on display at Farmhouse Table Midtown (@farmhousetablemidtown) in downtown Rochester through the end of October.We talk to Cheeba about his film practice, his travel work across Europe, and the photo book he brings to share. DJ shares about his documentary portraits, his Buffalo community projects, and his experiments with print transfer and screen printing. We discuss the craft

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27:55

I took the one less traveled by

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/09/19

On this episode of Beyond the Glass, where we connect with BTG alum, we catch up with Robert Forrest about his work since being featured, how community has shaped his outlook and his One Day in Rochester project.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty coffee either by the bag or with a Perpetual Joy subscription!

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51:08

Why Memories Matter

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/09/15

On this episode hosted by co-curators Quajay Donnell and Rob Bell, September featured artist Mina Kessler discusses her exhibition centered on memory, identity, and community through intimate photography and visual projection. We also highlight the work of Tali Conic, who as an Afro-Latina and queer person, created images that celebrate joy, culture, fashion, beauty and self-expression of community.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty

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57:28

Celebrating Art and Identity

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/08/11

On this episode hosted by co-curators Quajay Donnell and Rob Bell, August featured artists Vic Vazquez and Brittany Williams share insights into their creative journeys, highlighting how their individual backgrounds, life experiences, and community shape their art.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty coffee either by the bag or with a Perpetual Joy subscription!It’s A LotCheck out It’s A Lot on Lunchador

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56:41

Behind the Glass July 2026: Julie Chen and Alyssa...

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/07/16

On this episode hosted by co-curator Rob Bell, July featured artists Julie Chen and Alyssa Marzolf DeWitt share insights into their creative journeys, highlighting how their individual backgrounds and life experiences shape their art. Alyssa's series addresses contemporary issues such as climate change through innovative photography, while Julie reflects on cultural observations stemming from her familial connections. The episode encapsulates the interplay between personal narratives and artistic

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01:03:49

Finding Your Voice in Photography

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/06/23

Host Quajay Donnell and producer Chris Lindstrom explore the "little things" with June's featured photographers, Noah and Liam, who reflect on their artistic processes and the influences that shape their unique perspectives.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty coffee either by the bag or with a Perpetual Joy subscription!It’s A LotCheck out It’s A Lot on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/itsalot/

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58:54

Community and Creativity

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/04/21

Host and co-curators Quajay Donnell and Rob Bell talk with April 2026 featured artist Brian Tucker and Tytiana Jordan about their journey, their work, and the importance of saying "yes" to opportunities.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersVisit joebeanroasters.com to get fresh roasted specialty coffee either by the bag or with a Perpetual Joy subscription!Dialed In: A Coffee Podcastet Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more

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01:04:01

Behind the Glass: A New Season of Artistic Exploration

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2026/03/18

Our first episode of the 2026 season with March featured artists Erika Matías-De Jesús (she/they) and Olivia Robinson (he/she/they) hosted by co-curators Quajay Donnell and Robert Bell. Olivia Robinson is a Rochester based documentarian who has a passion for being behind the camera and capturing life in its rawest form. She is dedicated to creating a space for cultural preservation and storytelling from her point of view.IG: theorarchivetheorarchive.portfoliobox.netErika Matías-De Jesús aka edj is a

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10:59

Behind the Glass 2026 Announcement !

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/12/07

Small announcement on some Big Plan for @behindglassroc in 2026Thank you to our curation team @quajay @byrobbellAnd a big thank you to all of you that have supported our mission of Community Over Competition 💪See you in 2026 and please check out our GoFundMe on our Behind the Glass Instagram page ! @richardbcolon Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order!https://shop.joebeanroasters.comMind of MagnusCheck out Mind of

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50:54

Behind The Glass November 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/11/17

November Episode featuring @byrobbell and @richardbcolon NOV Artists @whopainteddat@reesamade@rebelandfoxMentioned in this episode:Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order!https://shop.joebeanroasters.comPunches & PopcornPunches & Popcorn: The masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films. https://punches-and-popcorn.captivate.fm/

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45:55

Behind The Glass (Rob and Chris Show) October 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/10/21

This podcast episode presents an engaging dialogue with artists Distorted Reality and No Fun Zone, following a recent First Friday Reception . The primary focus of our discussion revolves around the unique experience of exhibiting artwork and the subsequent interactions with the audience, as well as the creative processes behind their respective pieces they brought downtown to our gallery. As we navigate through their narratives, we highlight the significance of community in the artistic journey

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01:07:16

Bouncing in the Bounce House in Your 40s (with...

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Photographers, gallery co-curators, and dads Richard Colon and Quajay Donnell join host Emily Hessney Lynch for a conversation about photography, Rochester, community, and fatherhood. In the first half of the show, we discuss how photographing different parts of Rochester helped them get to know the city, their goals of prioritizing community over competition and uplifting underrepresented artists with Behind the Glass Gallery, and how normal it's become to meet people from the internet IRL. During

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55:50

Behind The Glass Gallery September 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Podcast with our September crew with @byrobbellSeptember BTG 2025FEATURINGKRIT UPRA @kritupraSWAPNIL BHATTACHARYA @swapnil_floydDIGITALDASH PRODUCTIONS @_digitaldashMentioned in this episode:Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order!https://shop.joebeanroasters.comMind of MagnusArtist Magnus Champlin Interviews guests sharing the stories and life adventures with the goal of expanding minds. Level Up Coffee PodcastLevel Up Coffee Podcast: Level Up

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49:55

Behind the Glass Gallery August 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/08/02

Special IntroRob and Richard @richardbcolon talk about the upcoming Community over Competition exhibit at Flower City Arts Center for the month of August. 2nd PartRob Bell @byrobbell and Quajay Donnell @qua.jay talk with our Aug 2025 artists Michelle Ashlee-Meade @michele_ashlee_photographyIsaiah Trevon @flyguyzayaElizabeth Rossi @elizabethrossi.artMentioned in this episode:Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your

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37:24

Behind the Glass Gallery - June 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/06/06

Come visit the Mercatile on Main on First Friday June 6th from 6 to 8 PM to check out the June edition of Behind the Glass!This launch event features artists from a culmination of a recent class conducted at the Flower City Arts Center. This gathering of artists, curated by Rob Bell, showcases the distinct perspectives of three talented individuals as they present their work under the theme "Found Frames." Links referenced in this episode:@laurelliphotography - @smitleysstreetpics - @flowercityarts

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52:16

Behind the Glass Gallery - May 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/04/27

The primary focus of this podcast episode revolves around the introduction and exploration of three distinct artists: Corinne, Robert, and Aaron. Each artist presents their unique perspectives and creative processes, highlighting the interplay between their personal experiences and their artistic expressions. Corinne articulates a poignant duality in her work, capturing the bittersweet nature of everyday life through her photography, while Robert reflects on the significance of memories in his

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55:54

Behind the Glass Gallery - April 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/04/04

Chris Lindstrom Quajay Donnell Rob Bell April ArtistsRae WigginsWhitney YoungNovaMentioned in this episode:Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order!https://shop.joebeanroasters.comLevel Up Coffee PodcastLevel Up Coffee Podcast: Level Up your coffee game. Wade Reed and Aaron Pascucci, two coffee professionals discuss coffee and the culture surrounding it. https://levelupcoffee.captivate.fm/Mind of MagnusArtist Magnus Champlin Interviews guests

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56:58

Behind the Glass Gallery March 2025

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/03/04

Our March 2025 conversation about inspiration, art, photography and collaboration.March Artists@d3vyspov@wit_dp@la_clay_photography_art BTG Crew@qua.jay@richardbcolon@stromie Mentioned in this episode:Food About TownFood About Town hosted by Chris Lindstrom, focusing on restaurants, food and drink of all kinds, and whatever topics I want to cover!https://foodabouttown.captivate.fm/Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your

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32:21

Beyond The Glass THAWWW w/ Matt Vanderlee, Nick Koch,...

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/03/02

The primary focus of our discussion centers around the opening of THAWW on March 7th at The Yards. We talk with our 3 Curators Matt Vanderlee, Nick Koch, and Rivkah Simcha about what to expect this year for the group show. Mentioned in this episode:Punches & PopcornPunches & Popcorn: The masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films. https://punches-and-popcorn.captivate.fm/Mind of MagnusArtist Magnus

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48:45

Behind the Glass Gallery Year 2 Anniversary

Behind the Glass Gallery Podcast ·

2025/03/01

This podcast episode commemorates the second anniversary of the Behind the Glass gallery, emphasizing the collaborative spirit and evolution of the artistic community. We reflect on the transformative journey we have undertaken over the past two years, highlighting the significant contributions of various artists who have graced our walls. The episode captures the essence of our recent anniversary event, where a diverse array of artworks was showcased, revealing the rich tapestry of creativity that

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