Category: Introduction to the Artist

Introduction to the Artist

A conversation with Director Linda G. Mills and her new short film, “Better to Live”

By:Vernon Nickerson Edited By : Colleen Page There have been some excellent films this year at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival, there is one that should not be missed;  that is ” Better To Live”  short film that is packed with more emotion than a rollercoaster ride.   The art of Montague was able to speak with the filmmaker of this wonderful and touching film … Continue reading A conversation with Director Linda G. Mills and her new short film, “Better to Live”

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An Generational Experience: A Interview with the filmmakers of “Requiem for the American Dream”

By:  Vernon Nickerson Edited By : Colleen Page During the Tribeca Film Festival The Art Of Monteque got to sit down with the wonderfully talented  filmmakers Peter D. Hutchison, Kelly Nyks, and Jared P. Scott who are behind the extraordinary film “Requiem For An American Dream” , the Dr. Norm Chomsky documentary.  Which had its debut premiere Friday April 17th to wide acclaim. When were … Continue reading An Generational Experience: A Interview with the filmmakers of “Requiem for the American Dream”

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A Passion for Merging Past and Future: An Interview with Marco Kalantari, writer and director of “The Shaman”

By: Vernon Nickerson Edited By : Colleen Page As a hardworking  artist and creative it is hard to miss what a true genius  Marco Kalantari is and  how humble he is about his craft. A bridge to many different cultures Marco Kalantari is truly a mirror of cultural diversity. The Art Of Monteque had  a chance to sit down with the writer and director to talk about his premiere … Continue reading A Passion for Merging Past and Future: An Interview with Marco Kalantari, writer and director of “The Shaman”

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Introduction to the Artist

Bob and the Trees- A Winter Tale for Guys: In Conversation with Writer/Director Diego Ongaro

  By: Vernon Nickerson Edited By: Calleen Page   The Art of Monteque sat down this week with Diego Ongaro, Writer and Director of the 2015 Sundance NEXT feature film Bob and the Trees. We talked about the making of the film and becoming an artist.  Bob and the Trees seems to have a lot of complex undertones about the struggles of life, did you … Continue reading Bob and the Trees- A Winter Tale for Guys: In Conversation with Writer/Director Diego Ongaro

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The Way of the Artist: In conversation with Richard Montoya, Writer/Director of the film, “Water and Power”

By: Vernon Nickerson Edited By: Colleen Page The Art of Monteque sat down this week with Richard Montoya, Writer and Director of the soon-to-be-released film Water and Power. We talked about the making of the film and his journey as an artist.  Water and Power is such a strong and meaningful work. What caused you to create it? RICHARD MONTOYA: I was inspired by the … Continue reading The Way of the Artist: In conversation with Richard Montoya, Writer/Director of the film, “Water and Power”

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The Progressive Artist of Vaikra Art Lab

By:  Monteque Pope Le Beau Edited By: Colleen Page Images By: Vaikra Art Lab The Art Monteque is always is in search of new artists.  Sometimes it takes us looking around the globe to find those rare gems, but as always we find that it is worth it, so that we can introduce  new artist to our audience. From Israel The Art Of Monteque would like … Continue reading The Progressive Artist of Vaikra Art Lab

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Melissa Moss: Artist’s Dream Come True

  By: Monteque Pope-Le Beau Edited By: Colleen Page Images By: Melissa Moss The Art Of Monteque went to the sleepy artistic hamlet of Asheville North Caroline in the colorful fall to speak with artist Melissa Moss who is wonderfully gifted. After working in publishing for sometime Melissa chose to leave, for a life that would make her happy and make her dream come true. Melissa’s art is … Continue reading Melissa Moss: Artist’s Dream Come True

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Blake Robbins Interview: Creating Art With Film

By: Monteque Pope-Le Beau Edited By: Colleen Page Mr. Blake Robbins is an actor’s actor who believes in respecting the moment. The very element that brings the performance to life turning an average movie from being just a film into a art piece. The film “The Sublime and Beautiful” is directed and written by  Mr. Blake Edwards which he also stars in.  It is a … Continue reading Blake Robbins Interview: Creating Art With Film

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Elisa Manzini: An Artist Of The Imagination

    By : Monteque Pope Le Beau Edited By: Colleen Page Images By: Elisa Manzini     To speak with Elisa Manzini is to speak with someone who knows her mind. An import from Italy to California this wonderful free spirit is not just about creating art, but creating a difference. She is a talented artist and playwright. Who is humble, graceful and full of gratitude. To … Continue reading Elisa Manzini: An Artist Of The Imagination

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An Artist Reincarnated Into A New Kind of Artist

  By: Monteque Pope Le Beau   Edited By: Colleen Page   Images By: Tracie Thornton           Tracie Thornton is an artist who chose to leave the rat race to follow her own path. A path to give recycled and used items a well deserves second chance. So begins their new life as Jewelry, books, Prints and Art. Much in the … Continue reading An Artist Reincarnated Into A New Kind of Artist

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Portrait Of A Phenomenal Woman

By: Monteque Pope-Le Beau   Edited By :Colleen Page   *Images By: Ms. Lonnie Calvin     The Art of Monteque got a chance to sit down with the phenomenal Ms. Lonnie Calvin as she prepares to showcase her second theatrical production of “Miz Bonnie’s Band”. The first was in  March 2013.  Ms. Lonnie Calvin is indeed an extraordinary woman, who’s childhood in Chicago was full of … Continue reading Portrait Of A Phenomenal Woman

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An Artistic Quest For The Truth

  By: Monteque Pope-Le Beau Edited: By Colleen Page Featured Images By: Doug Despres Poster Artwork By: Lenore Chinn   There are many facets to Mr. Ed Moy. He is an accomplished journalist receiving in 2000 the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National Print Media Award for Excellence in Journalism. He is also an actor, a screenwriter, a director and a producer. When I met Mr. Ed … Continue reading An Artistic Quest For The Truth

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