Hi. I'm Bianca Vinther. This is an art talk that I had with William Eckhardt Kohler live on Wednesday, the 12th of January 2022. William is a full-time painter and, occasionally, an art writer based in Chicago. He's also a winner of the prominent Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant (PKF Grant).
We mainly spoke about his parcours as an artist, his multi-faceted work, his approach to artistic creativity, art inspiration and artist block, the creative process in his studio and beyond, and the concept of inner transformation (personal, emotional, spiritual), which is central to his personal development and the art he makes. We ended the interview with a short discussion about the Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant he was awarded in 2020. I kindly asked William to give you some tips on how to apply for funding with the Pollock-Krasner Foundation to create new artworks, purchase needed materials, or pay for your studio rent.
Via The Pointless Artist's ART TALKS & The Pointless Artist Blog, I support the creative energy of life and the artists who contribute to transforming this world into a freer, kinder, more inclusive, caring, transparent, and compassionate place to live. I firmly believe in the passion for art, the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences, and the power of personal stories to bring us together. I hope that my interview with William will open a channel for you and transform you even if just for a moment ...