Francisco Morales is an artist/designer whose work initially caught my eye being shown in La Perlita, a cafe in the PDX Pearl District. His use of bright colors and memorable imagery led me to ask who made the piece and the rest is history. I r

Eso.XO.Supreme - Black Bulb Sessions

Apr 29th, 2021

Eso.XO.Supreme brings a fantasy-like R&B style to his listener's headphones. With deep roots of R&B and party-influenced undertones, his music can fit in both chill and club environments. After sitting and talking with him, I'm surprised he doe

Lonely Design Co

Mar 10th, 2021 41m 56s

Noah, the owner of Lonely Design Co drops by and talks about what influences him most in his design work, and also talks about his journey as a designer, artist, and entrepreneur.

Andy Breshears

Mar 5th, 2021 37m 59s

Andy Breshears has assembled a crew for the sounds. His twin brother, Station91 sets the sound wave vibe, and their close friend JD is always close by with a camera. Having Andy and his crew come by the studio was more than a good time, and his

Dental Bonez

Feb 24th, 2021 46m 2s

Ed came to Portland at the right time with the right mindset. His work has a bright, vintage, nostalgic appearance marinaded with street art secret sauce. From the first time I met him to now, he’s built up a tattoo shop and is almost always bo

SamuelThe1st, Black Bulb Sessions

Feb 11th, 2021 39m 27s

SamuelThe1st is a Portland Native who is making a name for himself in the vibe-y rap world as he climbs the ladders of popularity in portland and beyone.

Esque - Black Bulb Strategies - Moving from a passion to a revenue source

Jan 26th, 2021 43m 22s

Esque is no newbie to the illustration scene. Having worked in multiple print shops, shadowed veteran street artists, and taken time to fine-tune his craft, his brain is full of practical knowledge of how to take the idea of an "artist as a pro

Youngshirtmayne

Jan 12th, 2021 34m 11s

Youngshirtmayne (Aka Shirty) rolled into the studio with energy, enthusiasm, and a bottle of Henny. He's emerging in the Rap Scene with strong linguistics and a personality that radiates attention. He was a ton of fun to watch, and to talk with

RedRay Frazier - Rock & Soul in PDX

Dec 8th, 2020 49m 22s

RedRay Frazier is the dominant force of Rock & Soul in PDX. With his roots spanning all the way to Brooklyn, he has a breadth of experiences and knowledge in the industry. Being a co-owner of the Alberta Street Pub, RedRay lives in the world of

Pleasure Curses - Black Bulb Sessions

Nov 18th, 2020 27m 44s

Pleasure Curses, (Jahn and Evan) have been childhood friends who re-grouped later in life to form their catchy, groovy, edgy band. They were taking over stages with strength before the pandemic, but we brought them into the studio to show off s

Fountaine - Black Bulb Sessions

Nov 11th, 2020 18m 10s

Fountaine stepped into the studio and I immediately felt his creative energy and over-flowing personality. He gravitated to the mixer and began experimenting with every effect setting, playing different characters, and finding vibes. His perfor

#60 Edmund "Mundo" Holmes

Oct 16th, 2020 53m 53s

Mundo has been a friend of the podcast since the beginning, and lately, his work has been featured all around PDX and has made it to the news. Hear about what makes his art unique from others and his unique process with his mural work.

#59 Tristan TK Irving

Aug 4th, 2020 55m 54s

Painter Tristan Irving talks about how he grew in popularity, how he dealt with the pandemic, creativity, and steps forward as a full-time artist in Portland.

#58 Anthony Taylor - Ain't No Saint

Mar 11th, 2020 42m 50s

Anthony Taylor tells us about his photographic philosophies, artist vision, where he finds his inspiration, and ideas for growing photographers.

#57 Albanus Designs, Quincy Washington

Feb 14th, 2020 1h 20m

Interested in the most detailed dark art you’ve ever seen? Quincy Washington of Albanus Designs is here with the goods. We had TONS of fun on this podcast, and also learned a little bit about life. Take a listen, and enjoy this one for it’s one

#56 - Magical

Jan 21st, 2020 49m 26s

Sitting with Magical has been long overdue. Being a seasoned street artist in PDX, he's grown in his technique, philosophies, and leaves the door open for new techniques and opportunities for growth. His signature style with the clustered teeth

#55 Awake PDX

Dec 31st, 2019 36m 12s

Awake PDX has quickly climbed the ranks as a successful artist in Portland. He began painting his roommate, and in time perfected his expressive, psychedelic style.

#54 RX Skulls - After the Show (And Documentary)

Dec 17th, 2019 49m 54s

RX Skulls and Alex sit and reflect on the Solo Show, the Documentary, and the experience as a whole. Hear what RX learned about himself in the process, and some key takeaways for any street artist trying to plan a solo show, themselves.

Pono Pinto

Nov 5th, 2019 39m 32s

Pono Pinto arrived in PDX with a unique style and approach to his work. His influences stem from native Americans, traditional street art, and hold a healthy meaningful message.

Esque: New School Illustration

Sep 28th, 2019 43m 54s

Esque brings a modern touch to a traditional style of illustration. He is as interesting as his artwork, and I really enjoyed having him come by the studio to share his perspectives on today's social media, mental health, and overall artistic w

#51 - Ace Troy: Life as a Transgender Artist

Apr 25th, 2019

With the recent passing of his beloved dog, Ace Troy decided it was time to let down some walls and allow people in. It has been a constant struggle most of his life hiding his secret and making sure that those who knew did not spread the word.

#50 - Adam Friedman

Mar 30th, 2019

Adam Friedman joins Black Bulb Podcast accompanied by Cascade Street Distillery's South Sister Gin. Adam is an accomplished artist in many facets whether through his painting, installations, tattoos, or commission-based mural work. He is also a

#49 - Jesse Hazelip: Art to Fix U.S. Prison System

Feb 25th, 2019

Jesse Hazelip joins Black Bulb Podcast to discuss his art protesting the prison industrial complex. Alex originally met Jesse at his show, Midnight Special, where he was being tattooed in an area the size of solitary confinement, and knew that