A podcast for artists, gallerists and collectors about making it in the Primary Market. <br/><br/><a href="https://primarymarket.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">primarymarket.substack.com</a>
Primary Market Podcast
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A podcast for artists, gallerists and collectors about making it in the Primary Market. <br/><br/><a href="https://primarymarket.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">primarymarket.substack.com</a>
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July 6, 2026
EP. 14 — Joe Yonke: Inside the Contemporary Art World | Abstract Expressionism, Galleries & the Future of Painting
<p>n this episode of the <strong>Primary Market Podcast</strong>, Topper Luciani sits down with rising painter <strong>Joe Yonke</strong> for an honest conversation about becoming a professional artist in today’s contemporary art world.</p><p>Joe shares how he went from studying business at Penn State to selling paintings full-time, relocating from Miami to New York City, and preparing to work alongside established painter Eric Foss. Along the way, we explore the realities of galleries, collectors, social media, and the relentless work required to develop a meaningful painting practice.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* Finding your voice as a painter</p><p>* Abstract Expressionism and today’s painting landscape</p><p>* Bryce Martin and artistic influences</p><p>* Miami vs. New York’s art scenes</p><p>* Building relationships with collectors</p><p>* Gallery representation: when (and when not) to pursue it</p><p>* The role of Instagram in the fine art world</p><p>* Making a living as a contemporary artist</p><p>* Art history, ambition, and long-term vision</p><p>Whether you’re an artist, collector, curator, student, or simply fascinated by the contemporary art world, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a career in painting today.</p><p><strong>Subscribe for more conversations with artists, collectors, curators, and the people shaping contemporary art.</strong></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://primarymarket.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">primarymarket.substack.com</a>
April 11, 2026
Ep. 13: Nicole Reber — From Reformed Poet to LA Art Collector: How Living With Art Became a Way of Life
<p>In this episode, Topper sits down with Nicole Reber — real estate agent, reformed poet, and passionate art collector based in Los Angeles. Nicole shares her journey from growing up in Ventura County and studying at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, to backpacking Europe and stumbling into the New York art scene. She talks about how artist trades sparked her collection, what it means to catch an artist "in the window," and why living with art is less about the market and more about living a beautiful life. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just art-curious, Nicole's story is a reminder that you can start collecting sooner than you think.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://primarymarket.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">primarymarket.substack.com</a>
March 20, 2026
Ep. 12 Mike Shultis: From Graffiti to Yale, Chaos, Masculinity & Making It as an Artist
<p>In Episode 12 of the Primary Market Podcast, Topper sits down with artist Mike Shultis for an unfiltered conversation on what it really takes to make it in the art world.</p><p>From tagging trains in Albuquerque to studying at Yale, Mike breaks down his unconventional journey—living in his studio, stealing sandwiches to survive, and pushing his work to the edge both physically and conceptually.</p><p>They dive into:</p><p>* Graffiti as a gateway into fine art</p><p>* The reality of art school (and Yale’s intense environment)</p><p>* Masculinity, controversy, and making provocative work</p><p>* The pressure of early success and the art market boom</p><p>* Why most artists fail—and what it actually takes to endure</p><p>This is a raw, honest look at the grind behind the scenes—no fluff, just truth.</p><p>If you’re an artist, collector, or just curious about the art world, this episode goes deep.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://primarymarket.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">primarymarket.substack.com</a>
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