Art as a Vehicle (with SaBrina Jeffcoat)

Liberation is Lit Podcast

In this episode, we have an insightful discussion with Dr. SaBrina Jeffcoat, founder of Royal African Company and a professor of social media technology at UAlbany. Dr. SaBrina shares her journey through the arts community, the motivation behind her fabric and jewelry company, and reflections on her academic pursuits in studio art and digital storytelling. She provides perspectives on balancing art, academia, and parenthood. The conversation explores the power of art in social change, practical advice for artists to enhance sustainability, and details on upcoming engagements and community involvement.

00:00 Introduction to Liberation is Lit Podcast

00:38 Meet Dr. SaBrina Jeffcoat

01:18 The Origin of Royal African Company

02:33 Incorporating Storytelling in Art

05:28 Supporting the Arts Community

06:32 Intersection of Art and Scholarship

09:46 Finding Passion and Staying Grounded

10:33 Balancing Parenthood and Art

11:14 The Power of Unfinished Work

11:51 Creating Art in Difficult Times

12:31 Impactful Reads and Academic Interests

16:45 Advice for Making a Positive Community Impact

18:47 Where to Find More from Royal African Co.

19:46 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Books Mentioned in This Episode

A Pictorial History of African Americans by Langston Hughes

Where to Find Jeffcoat

royalafricanco.com

@royalafricanco on Instagram and Facebook

*Correction* Come visit her at the Good for the Sole Market in early November and the Artista Vista Market!

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