Scuttlebutt and a Cup o’ Joe

Artists in Combat with Curator Pam Overman and Artist Doug Rowe

Episode Summary

Did you know the Navy still employs artists to document the work and lives of U.S. sailors? Find out how a Navy artist does his work and how Navy art is cared for.

Episode Notes

Art Curator Pam Overman and Navy Artist Douglas Rowe join host Tricia Menke for a deep dive into the Navy’s art program. Curator Pam is challenged to describe three pieces of art with particular color schemes. Navy Artist Doug Rowe explains how he chooses scenes to paint, his process, and his hopes for where he’ll be sent next. 

2:45 Curator Pam Overman plays “Describe that Painting”

17:02 Navy Artist Douglas Rowe