Current Space: Empowering Baltimore Artists with Julianne Hamilton and Michael Benevento

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Julianne Hamilton and Michael Benevento, co-directors of Current Space, a prominent art hub in Baltimore. They discuss their roles in shaping the art scene, the mission of Current Space, and the impact of their work on the local and international art community. 🎨🌐

Episode Highlights:

• Julianne and Michael introduce themselves and their roles at Current Space. (00:00:10-00:02:55) 👋
• They share their early experiences with art and how it influenced their careers. (00:03:05-00:09:28) 🎨💼
• The duo discusses the mission and impact of Current Space in supporting local artists and fostering community engagement. (00:11:54-00:21:59)  🤝🏙️
• They talk about the advantages of being located in the Bromo Arts District and the growth and development of the area. (00:24:28-00:26:42) 🏢📈
• Julianne and Michael share the skills they have acquired while running Current Space, including event planning, building maintenance, and navigating permits and licenses. (00:35:27-00:43:24) 📅🔧📑
• They discuss their plans for the future, including upcoming exhibitions, performances, and collaborations. (00:44:54-00:46:14) 🎤🎨

Key Takeaways:

• Current Space is a gallery, performance space, and artist hub located in the Bromo Arts District of Baltimore. 🏛️🎭
• The organization supports local artists and fosters community engagement through exhibitions, performances, and events. 🤝🎨🎉
• Julianne and Michael have acquired various skills, including event planning, building maintenance, and navigating permits and licenses, to keep Current Space running smoothly.  🛠️📋
• The duo is excited about the upcoming season and the opportunity to bring back established programming while also introducing new events and collaborations. 🌟🔄

Visit the Current Space website or follow them on Instagram to stay updated on upcoming exhibitions, performances, and events.

Social Media Links:
Facebook: Current Space
Instagram: currentspace
Twitter: @CurrentSpace

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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.
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• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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