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184 - Art Career Q&A #226 Sep 202400:30:23

Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy to discuss another round of artist Q&A

The three topics covered in this Episode 

  1. Creating stable income as an artist       
  2. Maximising your time in the studio
  3. Art and AI

 

Connect with (Guest)

  •       Instagram @artcareeracademy 
  •       Find out more at www.artcareeracademy.com

Links from the episode

 

183 - Christopher Zanko10 Sep 202401:00:02

Episode #183. I catch up with Australian painter Christopher Zanko to discuss his hand carved paintings, his printmaking roots, being a two time finalist of the Wynne prize and his recent exhibitions. 

 

Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth?   Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is available to do in your own time anywhere in the world. 

174 - RUFFMERCY02 Apr 202401:13:29

This week I dig into the archives and bring you another classic episode. This one is from back in 2017 when I caught up with UK based animator RUFFMERCY. He's worked with an extensive list of musicians such as Lilly Allen, Blu, DJ Shadow, Nas, J Dilla, Danny Brown, Run The Jewels, Schoolboy Q and many more. To check out his work go to ruffmercy.com

 

This episode is brought to you by the artcareeracademy.com  The online school for the career artist. 

173 - George Goodnow20 Mar 202400:55:46

This week Tom Gerrard sits down with Sydney based painter, installation artist and muralist George Goodnow. We discuss some of the great projects George has worked on as well as curation, establishing yourself in a new city and winning the Howard Arkley award for contemporary painting. 

 

This episode is brought to you by the artcareeracademy.com  The online school for the career artist. 

172 - Steve Leadbeater05 Mar 202401:04:11

Episode #172 - I sit down with Steve Leadbeater for a conversation about Ceramics, the role instagram plays in studio life and his recent collaborations with David Bromley. 

171 - Felipe Pantone22 Feb 202400:56:55

This week I dig into the archives to bring you a classic episode featuring American based Spanish artist Felipe Pantone. I first interviewed Felipe back in 2017. He has since taken his career to the highest of heights. 

170 - Otis Hope Carey13 Feb 202400:41:42

For episode 170 I sit down with Contemporary indigenous Australian painter and pro surfer Otis Hope Carey. We discuss how Otis discovered art through therapy, his technique and collaborations with the likes of Louis Vuitton and Chris Hemsworth. 

Brought to you by https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

#169 - Loribelle Spirovski30 Jan 202400:54:04

Episode #169 I catch up with Sydney based painter Loribelle Spirovski. We discuss her unique creative path, portraiture, art prizes and painting injuries. 

Find Loribelle on instagram at @loribellespirovski

Sign up to the Going [ART] Pro waitlist to receive exclusive access to the special VIP price, future scholarship opportunities and lots more - https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

 

#155 - Discover your artistic identity - ACA Part 125 Jan 202400:31:45
#168. How I built my art career23 Jan 202400:47:24

This week I sit catch up with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy. We discuss my transition from graffiti writer and graphic designer to full time artist and unpack the tricks I incorporated into my art practise to sustain my career. 

Sign up to the Going [ART] Pro waitlist to receive exclusive access to the special VIP price, future scholarship opportunities and lots more - https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

#167 Finsta11 Jan 202401:01:18

This week I catch up with Swedish artist Finsta. We discuss graffiti and illustration through to monumental retrospective museum exhibitions.

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Sign up to the Going [ART] Pro waitlist to receive exclusive access to the special VIP price, future scholarship opportunities and lots more - https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

#166 - Daniel O’Toole23 Oct 202301:01:01

Episode #166 - Tom Gerrard sits down with Melbourne based artist Daniel O'Toole to discuss his transition from street art to fine art. Daniel opens up about the mental and emotional game of changing his artist name, style, medium and image.

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Sign up to the Going [ART] Pro waitlist to receive exclusive access to the special VIP price, future scholarship opportunities and lots more - https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

182 - Rhys Lee27 Aug 202400:58:10

Episode #182. I catch up with Australian painter Rhys Lee to discuss his oil paintings, his graffiti roots, global exhibitions and his recent show in Brisbane with Edwina Corlette. 

 

Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth?   Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is available to do in your own time anywhere in the world. 

#165 - Evolve your art - ACA Part 411 Oct 202300:22:26

Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy for the fourth part of this series on furthering your art career. This episode they focus on evolving your art. A subject that many artists find themselves stuck with. Claire and Tom break down techniques and tips on how to evolve your art and continue to build your art career. 

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Sign up to the Going [ART] Pro waitlist to receive exclusive access to the special VIP price, future scholarship opportunities and lots more - https://www.artcareeracademy.com/

 

#164 - Nathalia Suizu19 Sep 202300:50:15
Episode #164 - Tom Sits down with Melbourne based artists Nathalia Suizu. They discuss Nathalia's bold use of colour, mythical narratives and how she was guided towards the arts by taking plant based medicine.
#163 - Scott Marsh29 Aug 202300:52:45
Scott Marsh is back for Episode 163. He discusses what he's been up to over the last 3 years having become an Archibald finalist, working on his vaccine injury project and his up and coming exhibition at Oshi gallery in Melbourne.
#162 Jonny Scholes15 Aug 202301:04:05
Episode 162 - Tom Gerrard sits down with Tasmanian artist Jonny Scholes. They discuss Jonny's Varied career within the arts, his latest exhibition 'Interpreted' and his role as a co-founder of Vibrance.
#161 - Dave Kinsey18 Jul 202301:08:25
#160 - Tom O’Hern27 Jun 202300:53:51
Episode 160 features Tasmanian based painter, sculptor and animator Tom O'Hern. He discusses his journey from education straight to full time art and making complex animations from a hospital bed.
#159 - Kit Webster13 Jun 202301:00:08
#158 - Carlos Barrios01 Jun 202301:20:36
For episode 158 Tom Gerrard sits down with Queensland based, El Salvadorian artist Carlos Barrios. They discuss Carlos' art career, galleries and the late great John Olsen.
#157 - Speak your Art - ACA Part 316 May 202300:14:56

Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy for the third part of this three part series on furthering your art career. This episode they focus on techniques on how to develop your vocabulary when talking about your art.

For more info on ACA head to artcareeracademy.com

#156 - From vision to masterpiece - ACA Part 202 May 202300:25:41
Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy for the second part of this three part series on furthering your art career. This episode they focus on forming a clear vision to achieve your creative goals. For more info on ACA head to artcareeracademy.com
181 - D*Face (Classic episode)15 Aug 202400:58:28

This week I bring you another classic episode from back in 2019 when I caught up with British artist D*Face. We discuss his role in the birth of street art, his career and running his gallery Stolen Space. Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth?   Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is open for waitlist enrollment right now. 

#154 - Ozzie Wright04 Apr 202300:43:39
#153 - Brendan Kelly21 Mar 202300:01:19
#152 - Dave Court28 Apr 202200:41:01
This episode I sit down with Adelaide based painter and digital artist Dave Court. We discuss his large scale installations, murals and NFTs.
#151 - Matt Gondek08 Apr 202100:48:49
Episode #151. Tom Gerrard catches up with American artist Matt Gondek to discuss establishing yourself as an artist in a new city, his career and the NFT market.
#150 - Rus Kitchin07 Mar 202100:55:55
#149 - Graeme Heckels28 Jan 202100:51:46
#148 - Home Art School14 Dec 202000:27:00
Episode #148 Tom Gerrard discusses his findings after 5 months of searching out online art education resources via youtube and other online platforms.
#147 - Rune Christensen03 Aug 202001:05:00
Episode #147 Tom Gerrard sits down with Danish artist Rune Christensen to discuss his paintings, technique and art career.
#146 - Bilos06 Jul 202001:00:00
Episode #146 - Tom Gerrard sits down with UK based Greek artist Bilos. They discuss Bilos' graffiti, art and digital daydreams.
#145 - Wayne Horse08 Jun 202001:00:00
Tom Gerrard sits down with Amsterdam based German artist Wayne Horse. They discuss painting blindfolded and Wayne's painting and video work.
180 - Art Career Q&A #131 Jul 202400:25:54

This week we introduce a new segment to Bench Talk. Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy to discuss some frequently asked questions from the Bench Talk inbox and discussions from within the Art Career Academy's momentum group. 

 

Tom and Claire discuss:

  • The importance of investing in your work's presentation and using quality art materials. 
  • Battling with the IG algorithm.
  • Getting your artwork seen. 
  • Exploring new styles when you're already known for something. 

Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth?  

Check out www.artcareeracademy.com.  The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is open for enrollment right now.  Doors close 5th August.

 

#144 - French18 May 202001:46:00
Episode #144 I catch up with British artist and illustrator French. We discuss the work he's done in the skateboarding industry, working with clients and sleeping on gallery floors across the world.
#143 - Richt29 Mar 202001:22:22
Episode #143 I sit down with Bristol based artists Richt. We discuss his art career, life in Bristol and the role of an artist in the current global situation.
#142 - Scott Marsh03 Mar 202001:00:50
This episode I catch up with Sydney based artist Scott Marsh. We discuss his graffiti roots, his controversial murals and exhibitions on trains.
#141 - Kyle Hughes Odgers29 Jan 202000:50:00
This week I catch up with Perth based artist Kyle Hughes Odgers. We discuss his style, colour palette and painting silos.
#140 - Selina Miles05 Dec 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with Australian film maker Selina Miles. We discuss her career documenting graffiti and street art and her new film 'Martha a Picture Story' which is out now in cinemas.
#139 - Mark Chu19 Nov 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with New York based artist Mark Chu to discuss his multidisciplinary life as an artist. A special thanks to our sponsor ironlak.com for supporting the show.
#138 - Mike Makatron05 Nov 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with Melbourne based artist Mike Makatron. We discuss his time spent living in NYC as a bike messenger, his art career and travels. A special thanks to our sponsor ironlak.com for supporting the show
#137 - Haser21 Oct 201901:03:00
This week I catch up with New Zealand artist Haser. We discuss his art practice and life in London.
#136 - Dmote08 Oct 201900:54:40
This week I catch up with Australian artist Dmote to talk about his graffiti roots in Sydney and his transition to life in New York.
#135 - Mathew Fortrose24 Sep 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with Adelaide based artist Matthew Fortrose. We discuss his graffiti roots and his art practice.
179 - Ben Frost16 Jul 202401:13:54

For episode #179 I sit down with Australian pop artist Ben Frost. We discuss his street art roots, AI, exhibiting in the USA and many other areas of his career. 

Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth?  

Check out www.artcareeracademy.com.  The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is open for enrollment right now.  Doors close 5th August.

#134 - Shannyn Higgins05 Sep 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with Melbourne based photographer Shannyn Higgins. We discuss her photography career and her current exhibition Duality.
#133 - Doing the Work15 Jul 201900:26:09
This week I catch up with Claire Bradshaw to discuss overcoming creative hurdles in order to get the work done.
#132 - Neryl Walker30 Jun 201900:55:30
This week I catch up with Melbourne based artist Neryl Walker. We discuss Neryl's career and dividing her time between art and illustration.
#131 - Nicole Reed and James Scullin18 Jun 201900:42:36

This week I catch up with Nicole Reed and James Scullin to discuss their recent trip to North Korea where they documented hotels for their new book titled 'Hotels of North Korea'.

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