We had a delightful conversation with architect Richard Mogas, AIA, and multimedia artist Karen Mahaffy. Read the descriptions below or click the images to watch Part 1 & 2!
ViVA M!SA Podcast: Season 1, Episode 4 - Part 1 | Richard Mogas & Karen Mahaffy
In Part 1 of this episode, we explore the intersecting visions of San Antonio architect/artist Richard Mogas and multimedia artist Karen Mahaffy—two creators whose individual practices reveal distinct yet complementary approaches to space, form, and perception. Together, their collaboration on the Heathcott Residence blurs the boundaries between architecture and art, inviting viewers to consider how built environments and sculpture can shape the way we experience place.
ViVA M!SA Podcast: Season 1, Episode 4 - Part 2 | Richard Mogas & Karen Mahaffy
In Part 2 of this episode, we delve deeper into the practice of multimedia artist Karen Mahaffy, tracing the evolution of her work and the ideas that shape it. The conversation extends beyond the studio to her role as an educator, revealing how teaching informs and expands her creative inquiry. We also spotlight several of her public art installations across San Antonio, works that transform everyday spaces into moments of quiet reflection and surprise. The episode concludes with an engaging exchange on the often-contentious assumptions surrounding art and design, offering candid perspectives that challenge and provoke in equal measure.
For more information on Richard Mogas, AIA, visit: http://www.richardmogas.com
For more information on Karen Mahaffy, visit: https://karenmahaffy.com