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North Country Voices Podcast Series

Step into the studios and creative minds of St. Lawrence County. North Country Voices is an intimate podcast series celebrating the rich artistic landscape of the North Country. Shubha Banavar sits down with 12 diverse artists from across the region to explore what drives their craft, where they find inspiration in the local landscape, and how their ideas come to life. Featuring honest conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and exclusive demos of their work, North Country Voices is a tribute to

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00:42:25

Chasing the Fleeting Light

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/10/04

In Part 2 of our conversation with our guest artist, David Crowell, we move from overarching inspiration to the practical, hands-on side of plein air painting. Whether he’s pulling over on the side of the road to capture a sudden light shift or painting landscapes far beyond the North Country, he shares what it takes to paint on location with confidence.Join us as he unpacks his portable go-bag, explains how to save a watercolor painting when things go off track, shares his methods for preserving

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00:42:34

Dancing With The Watercolors

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/09/27

In Part 1 of our conversation with local plein air artist, David Crowell, we dive deep into a life defined by service, community, and artistic evolution. From his early career in youth advocacy and child welfare to running an international fair trade shop, our guest shares how decades of human connection and world travel eventually shaped his vibrant painting style.Join us as he reflects on transitioning from art as a hobby to a full-time second career, his experiences painting en plein air, the

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00:42:42

Continuing a Silversmithing Legacy, Studio Tour &...

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/09/20

TITLE: ROCKS, SILVER AND PRECISIONContinuing a Silversmithing Legacy, Studio Tour & Tucson Gem HuntingIn Part 2 of our interview series, we dive deeper into the heritage, tools, and techniques behind handmade silver and stone inlay jewelry. Our featured artist reflects on continuing a family legacy that began with her grandmother, a silversmith in the 1940s and 1950s.She takes us along on her annual winter journey to the world-famous Tucson Gem Show—spanning 45 locations—to share how she sources

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00:39:27

Rocks, Silver and Precision

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/09/14

TITLE: From Horse Farming to Fine Silver & Stone InlayIn this episode, we sit down with talented silversmith Nancey Brackett, to explore her remarkable creative pivot—transitioning from 33 years of running a horse farm to building a small business around handmade silver and stone inlay jewelry.She shares how taking an intensive lapidary workshop changed her artistic direction forever, taking us behind the bench to explain how raw gemstones are transformed into refined cabochons, how custom

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00:26:14

Mastering Power Tools and Creating Zero Waste Art

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/09/06

Breaking Barriers and Using Power ToolsWe continue our conversation with artist, woodworker, and SUNY Potsdam art educator Katie Schuler to explore the world of zero-waste craftsmanship and sustainable design.In this episode, Katie takes us deep into her shop for a hands-on look at her craft. She breaks down the unique characteristics of different local wood species, gives us a live demonstration on mastering power tools safely and confidently, and shares invaluable advice for novice woodworkers

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00:21:00

Breaking Barriers and Power Tools

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/08/30

In this episode, we sit down with artist, woodworker, and SUNY Potsdam art educator Katie Schuler to explore the world of zero-waste craftsmanship and sustainable design.As a self-described "minimalist waste worker," Katie builds large-scale furniture and transforms every remaining scrap, fallen local timber and decayed wood—into unique wall art, home decor, and jewelry. Join us as she shares her inspiring journey, breaks down how she overcame initial tool anxiety to empower herself with

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00:27:28

From Alpaca Herd to Longarm Quilts: Inside a Master...

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/08/23

Step into the world of complete farm-to-fabric creativity! This week we continue our conversation with master fiber artist Dayna Lancaster who does it all: from raising her own herd of adorable alpacas (who each have a character and fiber of their own!) to spinning custom yarns and crafting intricate quilts.In Part 2: Today, we step out of the spinning room and right up to the frame as our featured fiber artist takes us behind the scenes of her craft and shares her complete quilting process.Watch as

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00:30:52

Alpacas to Artistry

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/08/16

From Alpaca Herd to Longarm Quilts: Inside a Master Fiber Artist's StudioStep into the world of complete farm-to-fabric creativity! In the next couple of episodes, we sit down with a master fiber artist who does it all: from raising her own herd of adorable alpacas (who each have a character and fiber of their own!) to spinning custom yarns and crafting intricate quilts.In Part 1: Watch step-by-step as she shares her techniques and gives us live demos on her spinning wheel. You'll see how

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00:28:06

Playing with Shadows - Catherine LaPointe Vollmer -...

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/08/09

Welcome to the second episode of ‘North Country Voices Podcast Series’!In this episode, I continue my conversation with Catherine LaPointe Vollmer. She is an amazingly versatile artist who does it all—from plein air and pastel landscapes to children's book illustrations, logo design, and vintage WPA-style travel posters. We dive deep into her creative journey, her inspiration, and how she developed her signature artistic style. In Part 2, she talks about how she developed her unique style to

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00:36:48

Playing with Shadows - Catherine LaPointe Vollmer

North Country Voices Podcast Series ·

2026/08/03

Welcome to the very first episode of ‘North Country Voices Podcast Series’!In this debut episode, I sit down with an amazingly versatile artist who does it all—from plein air and pastel landscapes to children's book illustrations, logo design, and vintage WPA-style travel posters. We dive deep into her creative journey, her inspiration, and how she developed her signature artistic style.In Part 1, we cover: How she first got started in the art world, her fascination with capturing light and

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