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2003
1 Season

Artbeat is an engaging and informative television show produced by WTVS Detroit Public Television that explores the world of art through the eyes of some of the most talented and innovative artists of our time. Each episode of Artbeat goes behind the scenes of the art world to provide viewers with a unique perspective on how artists create their work, the stories behind their creations, and the impact their creations have on the world.

One of the highlights of Artbeat is the quality of the production. The show features stunning footage of artists at work, as well as interviews with curators, gallery owners, and other experts who provide insights into the art world. The show is hosted by Matt Maniscalco, owner of the Maniscalco Gallery, who brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the show that is infectious and inspiring.

At its core, Artbeat is a show for art lovers of all levels. Whether you are a seasoned collector or someone who is just discovering the world of art, this show has something for you. Each episode tackles a different aspect of the art world, ranging from traditional mediums like painting and sculpture to more contemporary forms like digital art and performance art.

One of the things that makes Artbeat so compelling is its focus on the creative process. Each episode takes viewers inside the mind of an artist and shows them how they go about creating their work. Whether it is a painter working in oils or a sculptor working in bronze, the show reveals the techniques and skills that go into creating art that is both beautiful and meaningful.

Another aspect of Artbeat that is worth noting is its commitment to showcasing a diverse range of artists. The show features artists from all walks of life, representing a variety of cultural and artistic backgrounds. This diversity not only makes the show more interesting to watch, but also helps to promote a more inclusive and welcoming art world.

Throughout the series, Maniscalco and his guests discuss the history and significance of the artworks and artists they feature. They dive into the themes and ideas presented in the pieces, and how they relate to the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created. These insights provide a deeper understanding of the artworks, and help viewers appreciate them on a more profound level.

Despite its focus on the art world, Artbeat is a show that is accessible and approachable. The show is geared towards anyone who has a love of art and a curiosity about the creative process. The interviews are lively and engaging, and the show's production values are top-notch. Whether you watch Artbeat for entertainment, education, or inspiration, you are sure to come away with a deeper appreciation of the world of art and the artists who create it.

In short, Artbeat is a must-watch for anyone who loves art. The show provides a glimpse into the world of artists and the creative process that goes into their work. The quality of the production, combined with the expertise and passion of the show's host and guests, make for a truly engaging and informative viewing experience. So whether you are an art connoisseur or just looking to learn more about the world of art, Artbeat is a show that should not be missed.

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18. Pewabic Pottery

January 31, 2004

Founded in 1903 during the height of the Arts & Crafts movement in America, Pewabic Pottery is today a vibrant non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the Arts & Crafts ideals while advancing contemporary ceramic arts through its full curriculum of educational programs, its support of individual artists and leadership in the exhibition of contemporary and historic collections.

17. Carl Lundgren

January 24, 2004

Carl Lundgren was at one time a well-known science fiction and fantasy artist, having created almost 300 book covers, as well as illustrations for magazines and other publications. Then, in the 1980s he quit working for the publishing industry and embarked on a fine art career, writing and publishing a book about his life called "Carl Lundgren, Great Artist." Find out how great.

16. Hubert Massey

January 17, 2004

Hubert Massey is a self-described renaissance man whose art is cast in wet plaster. He dreams large dreams of empty spaces waiting to be filled with colors that will forever mirror the beauty of his painstaking work. Master muralist, Hubert Massey.

15. Jocelyn Rainey

January 10, 2004

Jocelyn Rainey lives by a simple creed: by faith, dreams transform into reality. She has taken her dreams to a level beyond her wildest imaginings. After working as a freeway grasscutter and a near fatal gun shot wound that left her temporarily paralyzed, she had the vision to recognize her life as a series of signs and therefore felt pressured by destiny to create a powerful life.

14. Mark Arminski

January 3, 2004

Mark Arminski is recognized as one of the foremost rock concert poster artists in American today, and one of a select group that has gained international recognition. Named "Artist of the Year" by Visions magazine, Arminski is not limited to poster art and CD covers; he is a master muralist, fine artist and body painter. The man, the rock legend, the artist, Mark Arminski.

13. Mark Wolak

December 27, 2003

Mark Wolak served 11 years in prison for a non-violent drug related conviction throughout the decade of the nineties. In prison he created over 450 abstract paintings filling reams of blank books and canvases with ever more fully resolved images. Now a free man, he remains a veracious artist, bringing new meaning to the element of "freedom" in abstraction.

12. Gail Malley-Mack and Claudia Shepard

December 20, 2003

Gail mally-mack's interest in the images and meanings of ancient symbols, the marks that have become language and the ground that holds them, inspires her to dig. Claudia Shepard paints only herself in her work, exploring relationships both formal and psychological. Her work centers on the most feminine of stories; she paints dresses.

11. Anne Fracassa and Carole Kabrin

November 22, 2003

For Anne Fracassa, Detroit is an endless source of fascinating subject matter. Anne sees the beauty in the urban landscape of Detroit. Emmy award winning artist, Carole Kabrin has found a way to turn her God-given talent to the service of society, as the senior courtroom artist for ABC.

10. Renata Palubinskas

November 15, 2003

We visit with one of the crown jewels in Detroit's creative community. Renata Palubinskas is truly an international artist. Originally from Lithuania, Renata now calls Detroit her home. Her work focuses on the metaphysical but is steeped in classical method and technique.

9. Matthew Loflin Davis "The Stoneman"

November 8, 2003

This week the Beat seeks to uncover the mystery of Belle Isle's stone sculptures. Created as if by nature itself, these strange and wondrous rock formations have divided the community - begging the questions: Is it art? Or is it dangerous?

8. Louie Sanchez

November 1, 2003

Louie Sanchez moved to Detroit from California back in 2000, because he was attracted to the energy of the Motor City. He now collaborates with Furnace Hot Glass, one of Detroit's hottest glass shops, where he is integrating Venetian glass techniques with his own inimitable style. With great inspiration and patience, glass blowing has become Louie's dharma.

7. Sasha Eckes

September 25, 2003

There are a lot of myths about Detroit art. Here's one. Artists have to leave Detroit for greener pastures like New York or L.A. to find their inspiration and their fortunes. In this episode, we will meet Sasha Eckes, an extraordinary woman who lives to disprove such ridiculous notions. She has left San Francisco and made Detroit her home.

6. Jerome Ferretti

October 4, 2003

While the arts in Detroit have flourished creatively amid the ruined state of the city, this intense purity has not tended to put money in the pockets of the artists. There are those artists who are committed to the people of Detroit. These are our heroes and this is their story. Jerome Ferretti's background is in hard work and his art about the people who work.

5. Vito Valdez

September 27, 2003

Vito Valdez knows the transformative power of the arts; he's lived it. Along with a few other heroes of the art world, he's on a mission to cover southwest Detroit with art. He encourages conversation about the community, about the environment, about art. Mentor, educator, artist, messenger, Vito Valdez.

4. Bob Sestock

October 18, 2003

Over thirty years ago something truly exciting began to happen in Detroit. A group of young artists, led by an abstract expressionistic painter named Bob Sestok, came together and blew the lid off the art world. Whatever one may think of the work itself, no single force has had a more significant impact or influenced more artists than the Cass Corridor movement.

3. Gilda Snowden

October 11, 2003

They say art imitates life. But there are those of us who believe art is the thing that really teaches us what life is all about. Today's lesson features Gilda Snowden, a woman who shines a bright light in Detroit's hard driving art community

2. Tyree Guyton

September 12, 2003

The Heidelburg Project began as an outdoor environment in the heart of Detroit, the brainchild of Tyree Guyton. But it has grown into much more than that. A lot of people don't seem to realize that the Heidelburg Project persists. This bright Shangrila installation on Heidelburg Street provides hope for a beleaguered inner city. Tyree Guyton's vision has become an international phenomenon.

1. Jim Pallas

September 5, 2003

Did you ever wonder what happened to all those hippies from the Sixties? Some of them overdosed on peace, love and sex. The rest ended up here. I'm talking about the beautiful rolling lawns of Grosse Pointe. Probably the last place on earth one might think to look for one of Detroit's most enduring reminisce of the Sixties artists subculture, artist Jim Pallas.

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