About this season
Features the stories of artists, makers, and creative institutions right here in our backyard of Western New England and across the country. A celebration of all things creative, AHA! features everything from the traditional to the innovative.
Episodes (38)
1. Independence
Aired 2 January 2015 • 26 min
Take a look at artists who make their own rules when it comes to making art.
2. Light
Aired 8 January 2015 • 26 min
Light is an important element of art. In this program we focus on light, both in painting and as a medium itself.
3. Talent
Aired 15 January 2015 • 26 min
There's no denying that great artists are gifted. In this episode we feature artists brimming with talent.
4. Transform
Aired 22 January 2015 • 26 min
In addition to transforming materials like wood, glass, or fabric, art has the ability to transform lives. We devote this episode to the power of transformation in art.
5. Identity
Aired 29 January 2015 • 26 min
Artists express who they are through their art. We focus on the connection between art and identity.
6. Opportunity
Aired 5 February 2015 • 26 min
Art opens up doors. Explore stories that highlight opportunities to make a difference.
7. Manipulate
Aired 12 February 2015 • 26 min
Artists are manipulators. See how artists manipulate their photographs, memories, and music.
8. Nature
Aired 19 February 2015 • 26 min
See how the natural world inspires artists to create.
9. Tradition
Aired 26 February 2015 • 26 min
Discover how art creates and celebrates tradition.
10. Sing
Aired 26 March 2015 • 26 min
Celebrate art through song.
11. Technique
Aired 2 April 2015 • 26 min
Discover the techniques behind artists' work.
12. Impact
Aired 9 April 2015 • 26 min
See how art impacts individuals and communities.
13. Resourceful
Aired 16 April 2015 • 26 min
Artists are amazingly resourceful, and can find ways to use pretty much anything to create.
14. Women
Aired 30 April 2015 • 26 min
On this installment of AHA! A House for Arts we celebrate female artists.
15. Museum
Aired 7 May 2015 • 26 min
Visit great museums and see powerful exhibits.
16. Dance
Aired 14 May 2015 • 26 min
See how dance can enrich and change lives.
17. Fashion
Aired 21 May 2015 • 26 min
From Downton Abbey to Punk, explore the art of fashion.
18. Voice
Aired 18 June 2015 • 26 min
Discover the ways in which art can give a voice to the voiceless.
19. Write
Aired 25 June 2015 • 26 min
Learn about the art of writing.
20. Obsession
Aired 2 July 2015 • 26 min
Discover how obsession fuels creativity.
21. Culture
Aired 9 July 2015 • 26 min
See how art is used to shine a light on different cultures and traditions.
22. Line
Aired 16 July 2015 • 26 min
Explore a basic element of art: the line.
23. Capital Region House for Arts
Aired 23 July 2015 • 26 min
Meet artists Nathan Meltz & Cheryl Gutmaker plus visit ESYO, EMPAC & the Millay Colony.
24. Love & Music
Aired 28 August 2015 • 26 min
It's all about music and love in this episode of AHA!
25. Expression
Aired 3 September 2015 • 26 min
See how artists use a variety of mediums to express their emotions.
26. Materials
Aired 10 September 2015 • 26 min
Artists get creative with the materials they use for creating works of art.
27. Reflect
Aired 16 September 2015 • 26 min
Reflecting on the past can influence art in the present.
28. Experience
Aired 23 September 2015 • 26 min
Life experience inform the creative process of artists.
29. Connection
Aired 1 October 2015 • 26 min
Connections to our past, future and community help create art.
30. Craft
Aired 8 October 2015 • 26 min
Craft is king when creativity and vision collide.
31. Visual
Aired 15 October 2015 • 26 min
Visuals help us see a reflection of the artist's thought processes in their work.
32. Flow
Aired 22 October 2015 • 26 min
Art flows no matter what form it's in.
33. Spooky
Aired 29 October 2015 • 26 min
Try not to get too spooked as we uncover the arts of the strange and unexplained.
34. Buzz
Aired 5 November 2015 • 26 min
Catch the buzz on what it takes to inspire artists.
35. Amplify
Aired 12 November 2015 • 26 min
Amplify your enjoyment of the arts both through music and stroke of an artist's brush.
36. Retrospect
Aired 19 November 2015 • 26 min
A look in retrospect can provide a unique glimpse into what makes us who we are today.
37. Liquid
Aired 30 November 2015 • 26 min
Artists pour their heart and soul into their work to create masterpieces.
38. Transmit
Aired 17 December 2015 • 26 min
Art can communicate past experiences of those who craft it.