Join hosts Philip Drennen and Josh Stucky on Dayton Drama Queens as they sit down with Heather Jones, renowned fiber artist, quilter, and newly appointed Curator & Director of Programs & Engagement at The Contemporary Dayton. In this episode, Heather shares:
Her journey from Cincinnati painter to Dayton-based textile innovator—why motherhood inspired her shift from paint to patchwork.
The story behind her 2022 solo exhibition at The Co and how that led to her current leadership role.
Insights into her first major curation at The Contemporary: a mid-May opening of three solo shows by Laura Sanders, Erin Holscher-Almazan, and Christine Gaffney, each reimagining the figure through oil, printmaking, video, and sculpture.
The founding of Divisible, her Front Street project space, and how it fuels Dayton’s grassroots art community.
Tips for emerging artists—balancing creative practice, teaching at Wright State, and life as a “studio mom.”
Her vision for making art more accessible: free programming, pop-up events, and fostering creative confidence from toddlers to retirees.
Whether you’re an artist, curator, educator, or community advocate, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and behind-the-scenes stories from one of Dayton’s most dynamic art leaders. Tune in to discover how Heather Jones is weaving art, community, and engagement into the fabric of Dayton’s cultural scene!
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