Artistic Devotion: A Conversation with Krystal Ramirez

About this episode

Katie B Funk interviews artist Krystal Ramirez about her work and artistic journey.

Join host Katie B Funk in a captivating discussion with artist Krystal Ramirez, whose work is featured in the "Contemporary Ex Votos: Devotion Beyond Medium" exhibition at the Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art. Krystal shares her artistic journey from Las Vegas, her inspirations, and the creative processes behind her large-scale installations. She delves into the challenges of creating and transporting her intricate pieces, balancing the business and creative sides of her practice, and her aspirations for the future. Discover how her devotion to her craft is reflected in her work, blending aesthetics with deep, thought-provoking narratives.

People in this episode

Host: Katie B Funk

Guest: Krystal Ramirez

Topics covered

• artistic journey
• large-scale installations
• creative processes
• challenges in art
• devotion in art

Keywords

• Krystal Ramirez
• art
• installations
• Marjorie Barrick Museum
• contemporary art
• Las Vegas
• artistic process

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art

Books & works: Contemporary Ex Votos: Devotion Beyond Medium

Places: Las Vegas

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