In this special episode of The Coffee & Conversation Podcast, we sit down with Amy Bonwell to discuss the intricate and deeply meaningful world of Haitian sequin art. Amy shares the powerful legacy of her late aunt, Tina Girouard, and how she’s continuing her work by uplifting and advocating for artists like Georges Valris, Valentin Valris, and Josette Valris Benoit.

We also had the honor of speaking directly with Valentin and Georges about their creative journey, the history behind their art, and the importance of keeping this tradition alive.

💫 Support the Artists 💫

Purchase their work at: ValrisPereFils.etsy.com

Follow their journey: @Cecilia.art.la | @valentinvalris | #georgesvalris | #josettevalrisbenoit

For inquiries about Josette’s stunning hand-sewn jean jackets, contact Amy Bonwell directly.

Join me as I speak with, Shawana Chenier Johnson- and navigate through the journey that is her career. We will venture through her life and how she navigates being a birth worker, death doula, and spiritual practitioner. We also discuss hard truths and how we navigate through those when we are presented with them.

Join me as I catch up with Lafayette, La local artists, Alex RiseWords and Katie Rose Johnson. Hear them discuss all they have going on including an amazing surprise announcement from Katie!

Join in on our conversation as we get raw and talk about things such as what drives us, advice for new and upcoming creatives, and much more.