Kandi Workman
Q&A with Kandi!
Question
What's your favorite thing about working with the creative community in West Virginia?
Answer
I love the rich mix of individuality and community that I witness and experience working with the creative community. Because of this work and exposure to all the good, creative people, I feel a greater personal sense of belonging in the state.
Question
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why?
Answer
Warp drive travel!! I want to do all the cool stuff that happens in West Virginia all the time.
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What's a fun fact about you that most people don't know?
Answer
I chase sunsets. When traveling, I will time out the sunset of an area, find a good spot, and wait for the display of awe. The little bit of magic keeps me going on tougher days.
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What's your favorite West Virginia place, park, or landmark?
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The Mine Wars Museum is one of my favorite places in WV. Go visit!
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What's your preferred creative outlet? What art do you create?
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Writing in general is a go-to creative outlet. I enjoy writing creative nonfiction and poetry. Other creative outlets include nature photography, sigil collages, and dreaming up a backyard fit for a hobbit.
Question
What is a creative outlet or medium you have not explored yet, but would like to?
Answer
I had a dream come true this summer when I got to play around with linocut for the first time. It was dreamy, and I intend to explore this with more intention and dedication in the not-so-far-off future.
HELPING ARTISTS THRIVE
Artists Who Use WVCN to Forge their Own Trail
Read testimonials from the artists using the West Virginia Creative Network to make more art, and find their audience.
This opportunity gave me the courage and jumpstart to move forward in the next stage of my art career.
Suzan Ann MorganTextile Artist 
TFA has been the biggest contributing factor in my art practice when it comes connecting with galleries and other artists.
Rachel DennisonPainter | Mixed Media Sculptor 
I connected with a group of extremely supportive and diverse artists across West Virginia as well as learning business skills and techniques for my art career.
Matthew SmithArtist & Illustrator 
TFA has provided opportunities for exposure to broader markets in both my career as a filmmaker and jeweler while simultaneously uplifting underserved communities through artistic programming...
Mickayla PenceMixed Media Artist | Silversmith 
Through the fellowship, and the constant support of TFA, I have found confidence in myself, as well as my place in our state's artistic community. Because of the connections I've made, I've been able to create spaces that are beautifully outrageous and bright.
Nicole WestfallMuralist | Painter 
TFA has given me encouragement and support to stay and create in West Virginia!
Kelsie TysonCEO 