A Journey in the Global Art Scene (Feat Yunus Chkirate)
07/22/24 • 39 min
In this week’s episode, we delve into the life and work of Yunus Chkirate, an extraordinary Montreal based contemporary painter and sculptor. Known for his captivating portraits and innovative handwoven galvanized steel sculptures, Chkirate's journey is a testament to the fusion of raw emotion and artistic skill with a sensibility in social issues of the day.
Yunus was born and raised in Montreal to Moroccan and Italian immigrant parents. This rich cultural background, combined with the vibrant artistic scene of Montreal, greatly influenced his artistic inclinations. Initially, Chkirate pursued studies in social sciences and fashion marketing, which laid the foundation for his eventual foray into the art world. His early career in the fashion industry exposed him to a myriad of creative processes, helping hi
At the age of 22, Chkirate was already working in-house for a major Canadian brand, immersing himself in the multifaceted world of fashion production, branding, and e-commerce. However, he soon realized the limitations of this field. The constraints of budget and corporate approval stifled his creative freedom. It was during his downtime that Chkirate found solace and liberation in art.
This week, you’ll learn the path of Yunus’s remarkable journey from fashion to fine art, all about his love of Provincetown and San Francisco and how romantic relationships became the inspiration for his work.
LEARN MORE:
>> Website: www.yunuschkirate.com
>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YunusChkirate123
>> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yunuschkirate/
NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:
>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn what to consider when thinking about an art career and advice on where to begin as an artist just starting out in their journey. (https://thens.ls/3Wsd1pC)
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In this week’s episode, we delve into the life and work of Yunus Chkirate, an extraordinary Montreal based contemporary painter and sculptor. Known for his captivating portraits and innovative handwoven galvanized steel sculptures, Chkirate's journey is a testament to the fusion of raw emotion and artistic skill with a sensibility in social issues of the day.
Yunus was born and raised in Montreal to Moroccan and Italian immigrant parents. This rich cultural background, combined with the vibrant artistic scene of Montreal, greatly influenced his artistic inclinations. Initially, Chkirate pursued studies in social sciences and fashion marketing, which laid the foundation for his eventual foray into the art world. His early career in the fashion industry exposed him to a myriad of creative processes, helping hi
At the age of 22, Chkirate was already working in-house for a major Canadian brand, immersing himself in the multifaceted world of fashion production, branding, and e-commerce. However, he soon realized the limitations of this field. The constraints of budget and corporate approval stifled his creative freedom. It was during his downtime that Chkirate found solace and liberation in art.
This week, you’ll learn the path of Yunus’s remarkable journey from fashion to fine art, all about his love of Provincetown and San Francisco and how romantic relationships became the inspiration for his work.
LEARN MORE:
>> Website: www.yunuschkirate.com
>> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YunusChkirate123
>> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yunuschkirate/
NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:
>> Listen to the bonus episode to learn what to consider when thinking about an art career and advice on where to begin as an artist just starting out in their journey. (https://thens.ls/3Wsd1pC)
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Navigating The Entertainment Industry (Feat. Sammy Peralta)
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LEARN MORE:
>> The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis: 1-800-273-8255 (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org)
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>> Check out other Motivational Mondays episodes (https://www.nsls.org/blog/tag/motivational-mondays)
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