Exploring Identity, Art, and Belonging with Julie Rae Powers
Angela Meleca Angela Meleca

Exploring Identity, Art, and Belonging with Julie Rae Powers

In this episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela sits down with photographer and author Julie Rae Powers to discuss her book Deep Ruts and the deeply personal journey of self-discovery that shaped it. As an artist from Appalachia, Julie shares how her work explores themes of identity, belonging, and vulnerability. Tune in to hear how art became a tool for Julie's healing and how she believes it can connect and evoke empathy in others.

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