#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.

The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). 

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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