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A podcast about art, taste, and culture.

Recent Episodes

  • Affordable Art That Doesn’t Suck

    Ep. 005

    We cover where to look (artist studios, fairs, online platforms), how to talk to artists and galleries, what to avoid as a first-time buyer, and how to start collecting art on a realistic budget. This episode cuts through the fluff and focuses on taste, quality, and confidence — not price tags.

  • Inside the Studio with Hunter Ash

    Ep. 004

    Step inside the studio with painter Hunter Ash for an intimate conversation about process, emotion, and building a creative career in Austin, TX.

  • Intro to Mediums

    Ep. 003

    Not all art hangs on a wall. In this episode, we break down the major art mediums—painting, sculpture, installation, drawing, and conceptual art—in a way that actually makes sense.

  • What Even Is Cool Art?

    Ep. 002

    What makes art cool — and who decides? In this episode, we break down how taste, culture, and hype shape what we’re drawn to, from emerging artists to blue-chip names dominating the art scene and auction houses.

  • How to Start Exploring Art Without Feeling Intimidated

    Ep. 001

    Art doesn’t have to feel intimidating — and it definitely doesn’t require a trust fund. In this debut episode of La Collector, host Mackenzie introduces the podcast and her mission: making art feel approachable, stylish, and part of real life.

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Meet the Host

Follow along with Mackenzie, founder and host of La Collector, as she pulls back the curtain on the art world—one gallery, artist, and hot take at a time. With a background in art advising and curating for luxury spaces, she translates the scene into something stylish, approachable, and fun.

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