This is Brushstrokes. The podcast that explores the cutting edge of artistic creativity happening now.
I’ll be interviewing the newest artists to look out for, to those with astonishing careers discussing their latest artwork. Or talking with established greats of the art world about their upcoming projects, and the mistakes that they’ve learnt from along the way.
For this episode of BRUSHSTROKES, I joined Leisa Paoli, Director of FAMM (Femmes Artistes du Musée de Mougins), in DAYS cafe, Paris. Together, we explore FAMM's commitment to women artists and how its collection invites us to reconsider the art historical canon, moving from the private sphere of Mary Cassatt to the expansive abstractions of Helen Frankenthaler and the unflinching photography of Nan Goldin.
21 Sept 2023
CASW Live In Conversation: Artists’ Lives
In this illustrated conversation, Rosalie Clement Hennion and Peter Wakelin talked about researching and writing artists’ biographies. They explored challenges such as lost artworks, unreliable witnesses, structuring narratives, the dangers of over-interpretation and the balance of biography and appreciation.
13 Apr 2023
Charlotte Winifred Guérard
For the first episode of BRUSHSTROKES, I joined Charlotte Winifred Guérard in her studio in the RA, London! We delve into her early artistic training in Brighton to the development of her art practice now: whether recognising her visual vocabulary, experimenting with oil paints and printmaking or the influence of working in the heart of London.
Images: https://www.rosalieclementhennion.com/aviewfromtheside/brushstrokess1e1
CHARLOTTE WINIFRED GUÉRARD: https://alephcontemporary.com/artists/261-charlotte-winifred-guerard/works/
A Little Closer: https://alephcontemporary.com/exhibitions/59-a-little-closer-curated-by-andrew-hewish/overview/
The Aesthetics of Enchantment In Abstract Art: https://alephcontemporary.com/exhibitions/54-the-aesthetics-of-enchantment-in-abstract-art-text-by-ben-street.-exhibition-at-the-in/overview/
20 Dec 2022
S3: Live Episode, Alpeh Contemporary
To celebrate the opening of ‘Bread & Games’, I joined Aleph Contemporary artists Miroslav Pomichal, Rachel Mercer, Archie Franks, and writer Paul Carey-Kent for a live discussion at the Bindery in Hatton Garden.
16 Sept 2022
S3: E1 Casper White
Welcome back to the third series of A View From the Side! For the first episode, I join Casper White in his studio in Cardiff. We uncover the creative process and inspirations behind his most recent paintings; including works exhibited at Mission Gallery, Swansea in 2020 and subsequently featured on BBC’s Inside Culture. Casper also shares his experience as an artist in Cardiff, strategies for artist applications and the benefits of touring group shows.
13 Sept 2021
S2: E3 Jerwood UNITe Special
Welcome to these 3 special episodes of A View From the Side where I interviewed 5 artists on the Jerwood UNITe Residency at g39 in Cardiff. They were Gweni Llwyd, Gwenda Evans, Yewande YoYo Odunubi, Sadia Pineda Hameed & Beau Beakhouse and Wendy Short.
During these 5 artists time at the UNITe residency, it was my delight to support them through curatorial discussions and to see their work develop. The following episodes are a documentation of their experiences and processes on the programme, as well as a reflection on their earliest memories of art and route into becoming an artist.
Social Media: @gwenillwyd @mama.yoyoreturns @beauwbeakhouse @sadiaph @w-e-n-d-yshort @g.wenba
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17 Jul 2021
S2: E2 Jerwood UNITe Special
Welcome to these 3 special episodes of A View From the Side where I interviewed 5 artists on the Jerwood UNITe Residency at g39 in Cardiff. They were Gweni Llwyd, Gwenda Evans, Yewande YoYo Odunubi, Sadia Pineda Hameed & Beau Beakhouse and Wendy Short.
During these 5 artists time at the UNITe residency, it was my delight to support them through curatorial discussions and to see their work develop. The following episodes are a documentation of their experiences and processes on the programme, as well as a reflection on their earliest memories of art and route into becoming an artist.
2 Jul 2021
S2: E1 Jerwood UNITe Special
Welcome to these 3 special episodes of A View From the Side where I interviewed 5 artists on the Jerwood UNITe Residency at g39 in Cardiff. They were Gweni Llwyd, Gwenda Evans, Yewande YoYo Odunubi, Sadia Pineda Hameed & Beau Beakhouse and Wendy Short.
During these 5 artists time at the UNITe residency, it was my delight to support them through curatorial discussions and to see their work develop. The following episodes are a documentation of their experiences and processes on the programme, as well as a reflection on their earliest memories of art and route into becoming an artist.
18 Apr 2021
S1: E6 Bernard Mitchell
For the sixth episode, I talk to Bernard Mitchell about his extensive photographic career. Bernard is always behind the camera, photographing hundreds of artists for his Welsh Arts Archive. For this episode, I wanted to hear Bernard’s story. We discuss his journey from journalist photographer in the 1960s to having his book published in 2017 and the growth of galleries across Wales. The episode finishes on a note to aspiring artists to ‘never give up.’
24 Feb 2021
S1: E5 Carole M. Hopkin
In the fifth episode, I interview Carole M. Hopkin about her grandfather’s photography, Llew E. Morgan, her mother the painter Elizabeth Hopkin, and their friend Josef Herman.
We discuss the lively political and cultural nature of Ystradgynlais - a rich hub for Herman to settle in. Visitors included the politician Keir Hardie and the author David Martin. Herman contributed a unique creative energy to the village and gave lectures at the Welfare Hall. He joined the local camera club and admired Llew’s photography. Elizabeth captures this atmosphere and brings her own whimsical humour to the subject matter. We also talk about Carole’s memories of Herman in Edith Street, London and his brushes with David Bomberg and selling on Bond Street.
4 Jan 2021
S1: E4 Jon Pountney
For the fourth episode, I talk to Jon Pountney about his cinematic influences, his photographic exploration of South Wales’ post-industrial landscape, as well as his painting practice. We also discuss concerns such as media experimentation, using social media to collaborate, funding, and finding your voice as an artist.
29 Nov 2020
S1: E3 Peter Wakelin
For the third episode, I talk to the art historian and curator, Dr Peter Wakelin. We discuss the work of Charles Burton and Roger Cecil. As well as Wakelin’s recent research and exhibitions, including ‘Refuge and Renewal’.
8 Nov 2020
S1: E2 Abby Poulson
For the second episode, I talk to Abby Poulson, a photographic artist. We discuss Abby’s latest work, her experiences of graduating in 2020 and growing up in Wales. As well as, the importance of galleries and the need for transparency in the art world.
15 Oct 2020
S1: E1 Glenys Cour
In this week’s episode, I talk to Glenys Cour. We discuss her art practice, her education with Ceri Richards, her social circles of Vernon Watkins and Ernest Zobole and celebrate her MBE, awarded to her last week for her services to the visual arts in Wales.
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