Talking Art is a partnership between WVIK, Quad Cities NPR and Quad City Arts in which a Ben Gougeon interviews artists from the Quad Cities and beyond! Sponsored by Quad City Bank & Trust
Talking Art
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Talking Art is a partnership between WVIK, Quad Cities NPR and Quad City Arts in which a Ben Gougeon interviews artists from the Quad Cities and beyond! Sponsored by Quad City Bank & Trust
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Publishing Since
6/18/2018
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Recent Episodes
June 18, 2026
From Inspiration to Album: David G. Smith's Hero Street
In this episode of Talking Art, singer-songwriter David G. Smith discusses his upcoming album, Hero Street, inspired by the remarkable stories and history behind one of the Quad Cities' most meaningful landmarks. David shares the creative process behind the album, the power of songwriting to preserve history, and how music can connect communities through storytelling and shared experiences.
June 4, 2026
Building the Future of Film: Fresh Films and the Vision for a Quad Cities Soundstage
In this episode of Talking Art, Kelli and Estlin Feigley of Fresh Films discuss their ambitious vision to bring a multi-stage film and television production facility to Rock Island, Illinois. The planned $12 million soundstage project aims to create new opportunities for filmmakers, artists, students, and creative professionals while strengthening the region's growing creative economy.The conversation explores the impact a professional production facility could have on the Quad Cities—from attracting film and television projects to creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and expanding opportunities for arts education and workforce development. Kelli and Estlin share how Fresh Films is working to build not only a production space, but a creative ecosystem that can benefit the entire community.
May 21, 2026
Drawing Beyond the Surface: Katie Bush and the Art of 3D Chalk
In this episode of Talking Art, acclaimed chalk artist Katie Bush joins the conversation ahead of Quad City Arts’ 10th Annual Chalk Art Fest at Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island. Serving as a guest judge and visiting artist, Katie discusses the creative process behind large-scale 3D chalk art and how perspective, color, and illusion transform ordinary pavement into immersive public artwork.Katie shares insight into the temporary nature of chalk art, the unique connection it creates between artists and the public, and the excitement of creating live work in an outdoor festival setting. The conversation also explores her upcoming 3D chalk workshop with Quad City Arts and the growing appreciation for street and festival-based art forms that invite audiences to experience art in a more interactive and accessible way
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