On Creativity with Paula Wallace

Turn It To Laughter… From his early days in comedy clubs to appearing on Arsenio Hall and Johnny Carson to ‘The George Lopez Show’ to ‘Lopez Tonight’ to ‘The Blue Beetle’ and back to primetime television with ‘Lopez vs. Lopez,’ George Lopez has long been one of the funniest entertainers in show business. With over forty years of experience, he has no plans of slowing down, and SCAD was honored to present him with the much-deserved Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 SCAD TVfest. Join Paula Wallace for a forthright conversation about entertainment, creating television, and Lopez’s comedic perspective.

What Makes a House Home… After three decades in the design field, Kathryn Ireland is still at the top of her profession. Her latest and seventh book overall, “A Life In Design,” takes the reader through the years from the California coast to the South of France. Join Paula Wallace for a candid conversation where the two discuss all things decor, client relationships, travel, and more.

To Listen With a Humble Heart... From virtuoso writer, director, and producer Ava DuVernay comes a poignant film meant to stir our better angels. The film, “Origin,” was inspired by Isabel Wilkerson’s New York Times bestselling non-fiction book “Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents,” and unravels the unspoken systems that define hierarchy and human divisions across place and time. During the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, DuVernay returned to the filming location and joined Paula Wallace for a behind-the-scenes look into the making of "Origin."

Live from Miami… From the halls of Design Miami/, join Paula Wallace for a live in-conversation with interior design and architecture legend Kelly Wearstler. Her sixth book, ‘Synchronicity,’ is a perfect way to find redesign inspirations for 2024 and beyond.

Ms. Manville Goes to Lacoste... In a career spanning fifty years, Lesley Manville continues to prove her profound range and versatility with no signs of slowing down. From ‘Phantom Thread’ to ‘The Crown’ to ‘Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris,’ Manville’s recent roles have received critical acclaim and granted newfound opportunities for her as one of the finest actors working across stage and screen. Join Paula Wallace and step behind the scenes of Lesley Manville’s prolific contemporary career.

‘May December’ Comes Home… At the 2023 SCAD Savannah Film Festival, Todd Haynes received the Oustanding Achievement in Directing Award for his latest triumph, ‘May December,’ starring Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman. During its Savannah and Tybee Island shoot, eighty-eight SCAD students, faculty, and alumni worked on the production in front of and behind the camera. In today’s interview, Paula Wallace reflects with Haynes on the experience of the production, how this film fits into his legendary career, and his philosophy as a leader onset.

The Bacon Connection... Today, On Creativity returns for its 10th season with an actor whose prolific career has made him synonymous with excellence in film and television for decades: Kevin Bacon. SCAD proudly presented Bacon with the Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment award during the 2023 SCAD Savannah Film Festival, and we are so happy to share this conversation with you! Join Paula Wallace as she and Bacon delve into his acting style, his musical roots, and how he's forging connections for good with SixDegrees.org.

The Queen Of Pose… She’s the model who’s come to define the digital age and the mentor who’s lifting the next generation: Coco Rocha. Rocha was SCAD FASHION 2023’s runway coach, providing an unforgettable learning experience for SCAD models and designers. Join Paula Wallace as she and Rocha explore the many facets of modeling, collaboration, and personal well-being in the era of social media.

Won’t Take No For An Answer… For decades, Anna Sui has tapped into and helped define youth culture, grunge lifestyle, and rock-n-roll romanticism. Her baby-doll dresses, made iconic by Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington, reflected the changing tides ahead of the new millennium. Today, the multi-award-winning legend of fashion still produces all her clothes in NYC’s Garment District and maintains the highest quality standards across her many product lines and licenses. She was an honored guest at SCAD Style 2023, from where today, Paula Wallace invites us all into the world of Anna Sui.

The Utmost Form of Wellness… Leading etiquette expert and host of Netflix's "Mind Your Manners," Sara Jane Ho, is in the studio to share how manners can thrive in the 21st century. Join Paula Wallace as the two discuss transitioning from a college student to a young professional, tips for meeting and conversing, and other overlooked best practices for any situation.

A Dream Realized… Since the 2022 release of her “New York Times” bestseller “An American in Provence,” Jamie Beck has come to define the modern ex-pat and inspires the thousands who dream of a similar life in an embraced home. Her photography, essays, recipes, and tutorials are an invitation into the world she discovered in Provence's Luberon Valley. Join Paula Wallace as the two reconnect under the Provençal sun for an exploration of what Beck has come to understand and how it can translate to people no matter where they call home.

Touch the Stars… SCAD is honored to host the first museum exhibition of fashion superstar Julien Fournié! The exhibition, ‘Haute Couture Un Point C’est Tout!’ (Haute Couture, And That’s All), can be seen at SCAD FASH Lacoste and features more than twenty gowns that define the precision, organic cuts, and feminine liberation found in Fournié’s designs. Join Paula Wallace and experience the pure joy and profound workmanship of Haute Couture master Julien Fournié.

Meant to Write… International bestselling author and queen of the Atlanta literary scene, Emily Giffin, joins Paula Wallace for a special interview before a live audience! This event celebrated the paperback release of Giffin’s latest novel, “Meant to Be,” and welcomed fans from all over to the SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film in Midtown Atlanta. Join Paula Wallace and take a seat in the front row for Emily Giffin!

Where Reality Meets Fantasy… For decades, Rachel Feinstein has blurred the lines of how we interact with art through her paintings, sculptures, and performances. She seeks to invite the audience beyond the finished product and see glimpses of the artist’s process. Her exhibitions have a theatrical experience to them and are beautiful displays of the many sides of an artist who’s been a model, a filmmaker, a performer, and a researcher. At SCAD deFINE ART 2023, Feinstein unveiled her exhibition “Façade” at the SCAD Museum of Art. This awe-inspiring exhibit features panoramas, wall reliefs, and large-scale sculptures from across her decades-long career. Join Paula Wallace as the two reflect on where Feinstein’s creativity emanates and her many intersections with other art forms.

The Restless Mind… For 2023’s SCAD deFINE ART Honoree, Jorge Pardo, adhering to one medium is the last thing on his mind. He's a fine artist who breaks every mold — transitioning from painter to sculptor to architect to interior designer with a graceful through line unique to the man himself. Join Paula Wallace for a conversation with Pardo as they explore his unique mindset, his exhibition process, and some of his most iconic projects to date.

Always Ready to Be Strong… Lights up on SCAD TVfest’s 2023 Icon Award honoree Sarah Michelle Gellar! After a multi-year hiatus from on-camera roles, Gellar made a lauded return to film with Netflix’s “Do Revenge” and to TV with the paranormal drama “Wolf Pack” on Paramount Plus. She helped define modern television with “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and starred in favorite millennial films, including “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and “Cruel Intentions.” As an industry veteran, Gellar is a leader for equity on set and building the work ethic of the next generation of entertainment professionals. Join Paula Wallace as the two talk bout Gellar’s latest projects, her beginnings, and her love of education, fashion, and family.

Grammy Gold… When it comes to the top songwriting and record-producing artists, Tricky Stewart and The Dream are among the most prolific of all time. For decades, both as a team and as individuals, they have helped define contemporary music by working with international superstars like Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Jay-Z. They are also close members of the SCAD family, with Stewart receiving an honorary degree from SCAD in 2022 and The Dream actively pursuing his own SCAD degree in fashion. Join Paula Wallace as she catches up with the pair over Zoom following their multiple Grammy wins and nominations for Beyoncé’s latest album: Renaissance.

Howard…Ron Howard… For the final episode of season eight, please welcome Mr. Ron Howard. As an artist whose career began as a child in the 1960s, Howard knows all angles of the entertainment industry better than almost anyone working today. As a director, he's brought some of the most memorable fiction and non-fiction stories to film and is a never waning cultural force. Howard was the 2022 SCAD Savannah Film Festival's Lifetime Achievement Award honoree with the screening of his latest film "Thirteen Lives." For today's interview, Paula Wallace sat with Howard just after his powerful masterclass with students from the SCAD School of Film and Acting.

Mup The Queen… Today’s episode features a most iconic duo — Miles Teller and his grandmother Leona Flowers. The two were special guests at the 2022 SCAD Savannah Film Festival, where Teller returned to SCAD with the long-anticipated “Top Gun: Maverick,” and Flowers resumed her role as the festival’s most loved attendee. Paula Wallace reconnected with these two friends to learn more about their heartwarming relationship and Teller’s rapidly expanding career on both sides of the camera.

Sewing The Unspoken Lines… At the 25th Anniversary SCAD Savannah Film Festival, the legendary Sandy Powell received the inaugural Variety Creative Impact in Costume Design Award. Powell’s luminary design work has elevated some of the most memorable films of the past three decades, including “Shakespeare in Love,” “Gangs of New York,” “The Young Victoria,” “Carol,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” and “The Favourite.” She holds a staggering fifteen Academy-Award nominations and three wins alongside countless other recognitions. Join Paula Wallace and step behind the scenes of what makes a character’s wardrobe shimmer into the future.