Radio Maine with Dr. Lisa Belisle

Jill Hoy Is a Contemporary Impressionist Painter in Maine

Artist Jill Hoy is at a place of artistic integration. She would be the first to say that she benefited greatly from the creative critique she once received from her husband and fellow artist, Jon Imber. When Jon died in 2014 from ALS, Jill grieved not only the loss of her husband but also of her creative partner. That emotional process, occurring over the past few years during which Jill has focused on her art in a new way, has been accentuated by an internal wellspring of knowledge and confidence. Learn more about the impact of this life phase on Jill’s art, as well as Jill’s love for her adopted home of Deer Isle, Maine, today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Jill Hoy is represented by the Portland Art Gallery of Maine. Click here to view her art.

Betsy Evans Hunt and Intl Acclaimed Photographer Todd Webb on Building a Legacy

In 1989, Betsy Evans Hunt had an unexpected encounter with internationally acclaimed photographer Todd Webb that would prove life-changing. Her educational and professional background prepared Betsy well for the day that Todd and his wife, Lucille, walked into the Evans Gallery in Portland, Maine. Betsy’s graduate thesis about famed photographers Alfred Stieiglitz and Georgia O’Keeffe, and work for Robert Mapplethorpe in New York City, enabled her to speak intelligently and passionately about the fine art photography world. Todd, a 1920’s era stockbroker-turned-photographer trained by Ansel Adams, had once worked with Georgia O’Keeffe. The Webbs, by then in their eighties and living in central Maine, formed a bond with Betsy that would continue until Todd’s death at age 94 in 2000.  Betsy continues to support his legacy through the Todd Webb Archives, museum placements and publications. Join our conversation with Betsy Evans Hunt today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

The Dangerous Job of Avalanche Control in the Utah Ski Country, with Author and Journalist Ed Power

Author Ed Power first became intrigued by the human interaction with nature, and the risks inherent in this intersection, growing up as a surfer and sailboat racer on the mid-Atlantic coast. A former longtime editor and publisher, Ed had previously worked as a journalist for Virginia’s largest newspaper, The Virginia Pilot, and The Philadelphia Inquirer. When Ed eventually retired, he and wife, Marguerite, moved to Utah to become, in his words, “ski bums.”  The sounds of morning avalanche control explosions soon piqued his journalistic curiosity. Ed describes this dangerous and fascinating profession in Dragons in the Snow: Avalanche Detectives and the Race to Beat Death in the Mountains, which won the 2020 National Outdoor Board Award for Outdoor Literature. We are fortunate that Ed and Marguerite have become part of our Portland Art Gallery community. Join our conversation with Ed Power today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Maine’s Home Staging Expert Got Her Start Well Before The Real Estate Boom. Meet Elizabeth Polansky

Elizabeth Polanksky was ahead of the curve when she started Maine’s first large-scale home staging business in 2000. The subsequent growth of the state’s real estate market has resulted in a significant demand for her skills and aesthetic sense. Elizabeth’s perseverance and business acumen have led to multiple important collaborations. Recently she helped facilitate a series of shows featuring Portland Art Gallery artists at the Cumberland Club, an historic social gathering spot in Portland, Maine. Join our conversation with Elizabeth Polansky today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Editor of Maine Home+Design Magazine Talks About Her Job and New Life in Maine: Meet Danielle Devine

Danielle Devine is the editor of Maine Home+Design (MH+D), a beautifully curated magazine that showcases the state’s premier interior designers, architects and builders, as well as countless trade specialties. After a short stint working in finance, Danielle put her undergraduate education in English and art history to use through her work with national and international design publications. Having spent many years in New York, Danielle’s young family moved to Maine when her husband opened an architecture office here, and she was thrilled when a position became available with MH+D. Join our conversation with Danielle, as she reflects on her experiences with art and architecture, and the changes she had seen in Maine’s design landscape, this week on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Maine Healthcare Professional Laura Mrazik Discusses her Enduring Passion for Art

Artist Laura Mrazik is a person of many talents. Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree in community health education and a master’s in public health from the University of Maine system. She currently works as the manager of telehealth for one of Maine’s largest healthcare organizations. Most evenings, after her young children are in bed, she can be found in her home studio, engaged in something for which she has always had a passion: painting. Join us to learn more about emerging artist Laura Mrazik, her ongoing commitment to art, and the contribution that it has made to her life and the lives of others, today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Quincy Hentzel Discusses What’s New with the Portland Maine Regional Chamber of Commerce

Quincy Hentzel had been leading the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce for three years when the global pandemic dramatically shifted the landscape. Previously Quincy had been highly regarded, and known to be proficient at leading the effort to support business in Maine’s largest city, but this put her leadership skills to the test. In a time of great uncertainty, multiple stakeholder groups had proposed initiatives that could negatively impact economic viability. Quincy met this significant challenge unphased, while continuing to address other important issues such as affordable housing, workforce and inclusivity. Join our conversation with Quincy Hentzel today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

From Northern Maine To Commander of US Naval Forces Europe. Meet Admiral ”Grog” Johnson USN Ret.

Growing up in a small town in Northern Maine, Admiral Gregory Johnson, USN, Retired, could not have foretold that he would spend more than three decades traveling the world with the United States military. With a BA in political science from the University of Maine in Orono, and an acceptance letter to attend law school in his home state, it seemed his dream of becoming an attorney was within reach. Then Greg got word that he would soon be drafted to serve in Vietnam. He rescinded his law school acceptance and joined the Navy, where he would go on to become a pilot, with the call sign of “Grog.” Continuing on this path, Grog Johnson eventually became the commander of the United States Naval Forces Europe and Allied Forces Southern Europe, working with several well known diplomats, including the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs Colin Powell, and former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Cohen (himself a son of Maine). Along the way, Grog shared his love of literature and Maine art with embassies across the globe. Learn more about Greg “Grog” Johnson on today’s episode of Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Maine Interior Design Meets the Optimism of Brady-Anne Winn at Nineteen Skies

Interior designer Brady-Anne Winn has approached her life with both unbridled optimism and unwavering persistence. Despite a few setbacks, and occasional advice from others that did not ring true, she has remained committed to her vision, and provided the space for her clients to do the same.  In naming her most recent venture Nineteen Skies, she pays homage to the global pandemic, reflecting her belief that a seemingly ominous horizon may portend unseen opportunities. With that commitment, and a high degree of humility, Maine native Brady-Anne has become a respected member of the state’s interior design community. Join our conversation with Brady-Anne Winn today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.

Classical Uprising: Dr. Emily Isaacson Is Immersing Maine in Classical Music

Maine native Dr. Emily Isaacson is the founder and artistic director of Classical Uprising, a group of immersive community-oriented music programs that include the popular Portland Bach Experience. Emily is passionate about creating access to classical music, and illuminating its meaningful intersection with contemporary culture. Her original doctoral work in conducting and music literature provided her with a unique–and occasionally uncomfortable–perspective on leadership and inclusivity that has strengthened her resolve to have a more open and appreciative approach within this competitive field. Join Dr. Emily Isaacson’s conversation with Dr. Lisa Belisle today on Radio Maine.

Every week, Dr. Lisa Belisle brings you an interview with a member of Maine’s community, including artists, designers, and more. Subscribe to Radio Maine on YouTube so you never miss an episode.