In this episode, Jayda and Sol dive deep into Sol's transformative work with Quiet, an artist-led organisation that prioritises creativity, care, and community. They discuss the significance of for-profit and nonprofit support, nurturing artists holistically, emphasising that support goes beyond financial assistance, it involves fostering a community where artists can thrive and develop fully. Sol shares insights from his 7 year journey with Quiet, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and teaching. He identifies the three key pillars of value alignment, self-care, and artistic sovereignty as essential for empowering artists in their practices.
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Sol Guy, aka Jayda’s big brother (!), is an award-winning producer and director whose career in filmmaking, music, community-building, and support of other ground-breaking artists demonstrates the power of art to heal and to catalyze social change. Sol is the co-founder of Quiet, an artist-led community based in trust, care, and empowerment, which offers a new approach to creative practice and support and champions philanthropy in the arts. Honored by National Geographic as an “Emerging Explorer,” Sol directed the feature documentary about his family, The Death of My Two Fathers and co-produced the Oscar-nominated film Bobi Wine: The People’s President, and more!
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