1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Episode Description: In this episode of the podcast, host Mark Baratto sits down with artists&amp;nbsp;Helen and Ben Harrison&amp;nbsp;to uncover the captivating story behind their renowned&amp;nbsp;Harrison Gallery&amp;nbsp;on White Street. What begins as a conversation about art quickly sails into an extraordinary tale of adventure and craftsmanship. &quot;In the 1970s, my husband, Ben, and I spent four years building a thirty-eight-foot sailboat in Costa Rica—a massive project for two gringos in a foreign country. Starting with a bare hull, we designed and constructed this giant sculptural object of functional art using self-taught traditional wood techniques that set the stage for my present work. While traveling and living aboard—which we did for 11 years—I began my transition from boatwork to sculpture.&quot;&amp;nbsp;— Helen Harrison Join us as we explore how their life at sea became the foundation for their artistic endeavors, leading to the establishment of a local institution that showcases some of the finest fine art in Key West. Read About Their Journey:&amp;nbsp;Sailing Down The Mountain: A Costa Rican Adventure About Harrison Gallery: Located in the southernmost city in the continental United States,&amp;nbsp;Harrison Gallery&amp;nbsp;has become a Key West staple, earning a reputation as a destination for exceptional fine art. Opened by Helen and Ben Harrison in 1986, this privately owned and operated art studio represents a select group of artists whose work, alongside the Harrisons', creates a uniquely personal and unforgettable artistic experience. Connect with Harrison Gallery: Website:&amp;nbsp;www.harrison-gallery.com Instagram:&amp;nbsp;@harrisongallery Facebook:&amp;nbsp;facebook.com/harrisongallery Ben Harrison's Music:&amp;nbsp;Spotify Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto https://backyardsofkeywest.com/blogs/podcast <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/33931292/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/181115682