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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Posts tagged art

October 9, 2014

 

Abby Gitlitz

For 17 years, Abby Gitlitz has brought her unique perspective to the glass art world, evoking imagination and inspiring new glass artists throughout Indiana.

September 25, 2014

 

The Vent Haven Museum

Located in Fort Mitchell, KY, the Vent Haven Museum is the only ventriloquist museum in the world, featuring over 500 figures and over 100 years of artists.

September 25, 2014

 

Jeff Golc’s Innovations

Inspired by the Vent Haven Museum, Jeff Golc ventured into the world of ventriloquism; at 15 years old, he's performed with Dunham, and makes his own figures.

June 19, 2014

 

Marc Tschida

After years in the arts and cultural community of Bloomington, Marc Tschida decided to start his own business: celebrating Bloomington scenes through puzzles!

April 10, 2014

 

The Comedy Attic

Opening in 2008, Bloomington’s “The Comedy Attic” has achieved nationwide recognition after being named one of USA Today’s top ten comedy venues in the country!

April 10, 2014

 

Jiangmei Wu

After learning the delicate art of origami as a child, Jiangmei Wu set upon a path of combining folded paper with extraordinary interior design.

February 20, 2014

 

Ice Fights

At Richmond's annual Meltdown Winter Ice Festival, attendees revel in "Ice Fights," a high-paced competition that brings ice carving to an intense new level!

November 14, 2013

 

Bob Wolanin

For character designer, Bob Wolanin, the imagination is more than a fanciful place; it's a livelihood that has led to designs for such productions as Avenue Q.

October 31, 2013

 

Behind Fear Fair

The crew behind Fear Fair join our hosts in studio for a zombie makeover; learn how Fear Fair came to be and how volunteers keep it terrifying year after year!

October 17, 2013

 

Jack Brubaker

Jack Brubaker has taken the ancient art of blacksmithing and transformed it into a beautiful world of modern art; now, his pieces can be seen across the nation.

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