Best Arttalk Podcasts (2026)

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Art of Crime: From Lisbon With Love, Josephine Baker Part Two 1:09:19

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You can learn more about Art of Crime Podcast on their website HERE. Art of Crime is available to listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was …

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REWIND Ep.31 Katie Piper - Ministry of Arts Podcast 45:10

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In this REWIND episode (recorded: Feb 2019) Gary Mansfield speaks to Katie Piper OBE (@katiepiper_) Katie Piper OBE is popular TV presenter/personality, model, writer, activist and a whole lot more. In 2008 she was horrifically attacked with acid, severely scarring her face and chest; she also lost the sight of her left eye. Katie later founded the…

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Art of Crime: A Spy Is Born, Josephine Baker Part One 57:19

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You can learn more about Art of Crime Podcast on their website HERE. Art of Crime is available to listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was written by host Grace Anna. There are accompanying images, resources and …

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REWIND Ep.30 Emily Malice - Ministry of Arts Podcast 46:40

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In this episode Gary Mansfield talks to Emily Malice (@emilymalice) Emily Malice is one of the most sort-after artists in the UK, she is one of the many bold and powerful women that are rebalancing the gender scale of the once heavily male orientated industry. She is famed for her linear style mouth design, smiling or snarling and showing braces fi…

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Marian Anderson Part Two 1:15:07

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Today’s episode contains quotations with language deemed today as derogatory. We have decided to include the quotations in their original form for historical accuracy, but do advise our listeners to listen at your own discretion. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company.…

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Ep.297 Catrin Osborne - Ministry of Arts Podcast 57:37

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Catrin Osborne (@CatrinOsborne) Catrin Osborne is a multidisciplinary artist and photographer whose work explores identity, femininity and the shifting nature of the female body. Known for her intimate portraiture and collaborative approach, Osborne focuses on themes often overlooked in mainstream visual cul…

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Marian Anderson Part One 59:43

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Be sure to also listen to Part Two of this episode. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was written by host Grace Anna. There are accompanying images, resources and suggestions for further reading on the ArtMuse website and Instagram. Hosted by Simp…

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Ep.296 James Payne/Great Art Explained - Ministry of Arts Podcast 55:14

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Payne (@GreatArtExplained) James Payne is a writer, curator and YouTuber, known for demystifying art via his popular YouTube channel Great Art Explained. His newly released book, Great Art Explained: The Stories Behind the World’s Greatest Masterpieces, brings that same clarity to the printed page. It …

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REWIND Ep.24 Gina Soden - Ministry of Arts Art Podcast 1:03:26

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In this rewind episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Gina Soden (REC: 2019). Gina is a photographic artist that enters once grand and regal buildings to capture images of the last remnants of beauty within those decaying walls. Back in the studio, her creative process produces artworks that are far from dark or macabre. She directs your eye, firstly to …

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Mary Robinson Part Two 1:15:02

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Today’s episode contains brief discussions of infant death, gambling addiction, and alcoholism, so if you are sensitive to these topics, please listen at your own discretion. Be sure to listen to Part One of this episode. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s…

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Ep.295 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:01:39

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) Dave Buonaguidi (aka Real Hackney Dave) is best known for his bold, witty, and thought-provoking screen prints that blend vintage imagery with striking typography. Drawing from his background in advertising, Buonaguidi combines humour, social commentary, and nostalgia to ch…

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REWIND Ep.20 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:27:12

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) - November 2018. Dave Buonaguidi had literally decided to become a screen-printer overnight. He left his job, in advertising on a Friday, went on a one-day screen-printing course at Print Club London on the Saturday and fell in love with the rapid creative process th…

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Mary Robinson Part One 1:11:24

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Today’s episode contains brief discussions of infant death, gambling addiction, and alcoholism, so if you are sensitive to these topics, please listen at your own discretion. Be sure to listen to Part Two of this episode. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s…

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Ep.294 Stefdies - Ministry of Arts Podcast 33:00

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Stefdies (@StefDies) Stefdies is a performance and conceptual artist known for her striking photographic series in which she stages her own “death” in public and private spaces. Her work explores themes of vulnerability, mortality, and absurdity within everyday life. By placing her lifeless body in unexpecte…

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REWIND Ep.19 Mark Wallinger - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:16:37

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mark Wallinger (recorded: November 2018). Mark Wallinger is known for exploring identity, faith, and politics through diverse media. His Labyrinth (2013) project placed unique labyrinth designs across London’s Underground stations, symbolising journeys and introspection. Earlier, his celebrated sculpt…

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Ep.293 Rod Kitson - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:03:11

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rod Kitson (@RodKitsonArt) Rod Kitson is an artist known for his expressive portraiture and socially engaged art projects. Kitson’s work often explores themes of identity, community, and mental health. His distinctive style combines bold brushwork with a keen sensitivity to his subjects, capturing emotion an…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews Author Paula Byrne 50:21

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You can purchase Bryne’s biography on Dido Elizabeth Belle HERE. You can purchase Bryne’s biography on Mary Robinson HERE. You can purchase Byrne’s latest novel, Six Weeks by the Sea, HERE. Paula Bryne is a British author and literary critic. She has written several acclaimed and best-selling biographies, including her biographies on Dido Elizabeth…

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REWIND Ep.18 Mat Collishaw - Ministry of Arts Podcast 48:15

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mat Collishaw (recorded: Nov 2018). Mat Collishaw was a key figure in Damien Hirst's legendary Freeze exhibition, as well as Charles Saatchi's controversial [at the time] Sensations exhibition at the Royal Academy. Mat has used the latest VR technology to recreate William Henry Fox Talbot's 1839 photo…

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Ep.292 Kevin Devonport - Ministry of Arts Podcast 40:11

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Kevin Devonport (@KevinDevonportFineArt) Kevin Devonport is a self-taught British artist whose journey from prison to international recognition highlights the life-changing power of art. Raised in Leeds, he left school without qualifications and served several prison terms for drug-related offences. During a…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews Author Lori Zimmer 58:46

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You can purchase your own copy of I'm Not Your Muse HERE. Lori Zimmer is an author, curator, and historian based in New York. She has written a number of non-fiction books, including Art Hiding in New York and Art Hiding in Paris, both incredible guides to art hiding in plain sight in each respective city. Lori Zimmer also consults as an artist lia…

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REWIND Ep.15 Rugman - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:11:10

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rugman (@@rugmanart) Rugman is known for blending street art with fine art influences. His bold work often combines graphic iconography, stencil techniques, and layered textures. Drawing inspiration from pop culture, politics, and global symbolism, he reimagines familiar imagery with a subversive twis…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews Author & PodcasterJennifer Dasal 56:41

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Purchase your own copy of The Club: Where American Women Artists Found Refuge in Belle Epoque Paris HERE. Jennifer Dasal is an art historian, author, and podcast host. Her podcast Art Curious explores the “unexpected, slightly odd, and strangely wonderful in Art History”. Art Curious has been featured in The Opera Magazine, NPR, and ArtDaily. Dasal…

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Ep.291 Helen Starr pt.2/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast 48:13

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PART 2 In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary) Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, and spirituality through immersive art, often using virtual and augmented reality. Helen advocates for inclusivi…

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Ep.290 Helen Starr pt.1/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast 49:37

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary) Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, and spirituality through immersive art, often using virtual and augmented reality. Helen advocates for inclusivity in t…

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REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts Podcast 46:36

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REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs (@billdaggs) In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs, a multidisciplinary artist who weaves painting, sculpture, installation, text, moving image, performance and sound into poetic explorations of urban rituals, memory and com…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews Author Mark Braude 57:04

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Kiki Man Ray: Art, Love and Rivalry in 1920’s Paris can be ordered online HERE. Mark Braude is the author of three non-fiction books, Kiki Man Ray being his third. He has been a National Endowment for the Humanities Public Scholar, a visiting fellow at the American Library in Paris, and a postdoctoral fellow at Stanford University. He is currently …

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Ep.289 Graeme Messer - Ministry of Arts Podcast 48:56

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Graeme Messer (@GraemeMesser) Graeme Messer is a London-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans assemblage, photography, text, and performance. Originally from South Africa, he moved to the UK in the 1980s and built a successful early career in theatre, directing works by Shakespeare and Tennessee Wi…

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REWIND Ep.13 Franko B - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:01:30

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Franko B (@franko_b_artist) Franko B is a performance and multidisciplinary artist known for using his body to explore themes of pain, love, and politics. Active since the 1990s, his provocative work spans performance, installation, video, and painting. Often confronting taboo subjects, Franko B chall…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews Acclaimed Author Francine Prose 49:24

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You can purchase your own copy of The Lives of the Muses: Nine Women and the Artists They Inspired HERE. Francine Prose is a renowned American author and critic. She has published several non-fiction books, including The Lives of the Muses, as well as several novels, essays, and short-stories. She has also contributed works to major publications su…

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Ep.288 Haus of Lucy - Ministry of Arts Podcast 50:20

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Haus of Lucy (@HouseOfLucy) Haus of Lucy is a contemporary multimedia artist based in Sussex, celebrated for her unique fusion of traditional art with modern culture, often delivered with a satirical twist. With a background in magazine design, she made the leap to full-time artistry in 2019 following a high…

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REWIND Ep.08 Alice Maher - Ministry of Arts Podcast 58:23

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Alice Maher (@Maher. Alice) Alice Maher is a prominent Irish contemporary artist whose work explores themes of identity, gender, mythology, and the body. Born in 1956 in County Tipperary, Maher studied at the University of Ulster, Belfast, and the San Francisco Art Institute. Her practice spans a wide…

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REWIND Ep.07 Simon Callery - Ministry of Arts Podcast 53:03

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In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Simon Callery (@Simon.Callery) Simon Callery is known for his innovative approach to painting, which bridges the gap between two-dimensional surfaces and three-dimensional space. Born in London in 1960, Callery studied at Campion School and later at Cardiff College of Art. His work challenges traditio…

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Special Episode: Art of History Podcast "Lucrezia Borgia: Art, Power, and Legacy" 1:24:40

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Art of History is available to listen on all streaming platforms and on their website. You can also find them on Instagram @artofhistorypodcast. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was written by host Grace Anna. There are accompanying images, resou…

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Ep.287 SLART a.k.a Steven Light - Ministry of Arts Podcast 46:42

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to SLART (@SLART.ME) SLART — a figurative expressionist and proud outsider artist based in Swindon, UK. He dropped out of his A-level art class after his teacher told him he couldn’t draw large scale. It wasn’t until his late 30s that he picked up pen and ink again, prompted by a blog post that posed three ques…

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REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast 59:43

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REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Si Sapsford (@SiSapsford) Si Sapsford is a multidisciplinary artist known for her innovative work across performance, installation, and digital media. Her practice explores themes of identity, technology, and the body, often challenging societal norm…

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REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast 56:33

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REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Gray & Cafe Art (@CafeArtUK) In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to both abstract artist James Gray and to Cafe Art, a group that helps and supports homeless artists. James has been mentored and supported by Cafe Art, making his journey ou…

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Special Episode: Ladies Who Lore "Ladies Who Know the Apple's Rotten Right to the Core" 34:45

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You can find Ladies Who Lore on all major streaming platforms, as well as Instagram and TikTok. In each episode of Ladies Who Lore, hosts Jessie Vane, Lindsay Whisler, and Sammy Winchester, share thrilling urban legends, ghost stories, and folklore, with tips on wines to pair! Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE.…

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Ep.286 Zack Mennell - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:02:20

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Zack Mennell (@ZackMennell) Zack Mennell is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist whose work delves into themes of queerness, neurodivergence, and the complexities of visibility. Through performance, photography, and writing, Zack aims to unsettle familiar spaces, making visible the tensions embedded within…

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REWIND Ep.04 Carrie Reichardt - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:08:35

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Reichardt (@CarrieReichardt) Carrie Reichardt is not only one of Gary Mansfield's favourite artists, but one of his favourite people. She is such a multi-layerd person, a mosaic artist, a craftivist, she’s vocally opposed to death penalty and an all-round bloody good person, albeit a bit of an eccentr…

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Season Three Trailer 1:54

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Season Three will include episodes on: Mary Robinson Marian Anderson Evelyn Nesbit Sarah Bernhardt Jeanne Duval Adrienne Fidelin Isadora Duncan Rachel Félix Eleonora Duse Picasso’s Performing Muses: Suzanne Bloch & Olga Khokhlova Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company.…

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Ep.285 Jessica Gale - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:01:37

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jessica Gale (@Jess.Gale.Art) Jessica Gale is a British landscape artist born in 1967 in Catterick, Yorkshire. She began painting in 2010 during a period living in Amsterdam, inspired by the subdued beauty of a Dutch winter and influenced by Rembrandt's moody palette . Her work encompasses both representatio…

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REWIND: Ep. 02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast 1:08:37

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REWID to August 2018: Ep.02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast In Episode 2 you get to meet Patrick Hughes, the artist that brought about the mind-boggling Reverse Perspective manner of painting on a 3D surface. The sound quality of this episode is slightly under par, due to a technical difficulty. Feel free to contact Gary with any queries…

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ArtMuse ArtTalks: Host Grace Anna Interviews NYT Best Selling Author B.A. Shapiro 52:55

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B.A. Shapiro's The Lost Masterpiece can be preordered on Amazon HERE. Berthe Morisot was a female Impressionist painter active in Paris during the second half of the 19th century. She exhibited her work alongside famed Impressionist artists Monet, Degas, and Renoir, among others, and was the only woman to be included in the first major show of Impr…

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Ep.284 Erin-Atlanta Argun A.K.A The “Excuse me girl” - Ministry of Arts Podcast 49:39

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Erin-Atlanta Argun (@erinatlanta) Erin-Atlanta Argun is an art and fashion historian who works as the Commissioning Editor for Edition Magazine at MyArtBroker. She is widely recognised for her vibrant street interview series, “Excuse Me Girl,” where she asks passersby what artwork they would most love to own…

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REWIND: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast 59:30

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REWIND to July 2018: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast The very first episode of The Mizog Art Podcast features conceptual Maximalist painter Duggie Fields. Duggie was the very first artist that corresponded with Gary Mansfield whilst he was in prison, Gary states that Duggie is the foundation stone of his new life as an artist, or a…

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Special Episode: Etymoleon Word History Podcast, "The Origins of ArtMuse Names & Art Terms" 6:52

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Etymoleon can be found on APPLE PODCASTS & SPOTIFY Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was written by host Grace Anna. There are accompanying images, resources and suggestions for further reading on the ArtMuse website and Instagram. Hosted by Simpl…

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Ep.283 Sara Reeve - Ministry of Arts Podcast 54:59

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@SaraReeveDraws) Sara Reeve is a Brighton-based painter and tutor with a primary focus on portraiture and painting people. Her work is characterised by strong use of colour, bold shapes, and impactful compositions. Drawing inspiration from both observation and photography, she has a particular in…

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Bonus Episode: Meet Host Grace Anna and Editor Erin Greenhouse 43:39

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As we close season two, host Grace Anna wants to give a special thanks: Many thanks to Erin Greenhouse, who pours her heart into mixing the episodes with such mastery, and choosing the perfect music to accompany the stories. Her production company, Kula, is phenomenal, and if there are any other podcasters listening that are looking for help with p…

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Ep.282 Carrie Jean Goldsmith - Ministry of Arts Podcast 53:50

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Jean Goldsmith (@CarrieJeanGoldsmith) Carrie Jean Goldsmith is a Canadian-born artist residing in the UK, celebrated for her abstract paintings that emphasize colour, light, and tonal gradation. Her creative process involves layering various media, embracing diverse brush marks and the luminosity of p…

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Madame Juliette Récamier Part Two 1:18:48

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Today’s episode contains a brief mention of suicide, so if you are sensitive to this content, please listen at your own discretion. Be sure to follow ArtMuse on Instagram & TikTok. Donate to ArtMuse HERE. ArtMuse is produced by Kula Production Company. Today’s episode was written by host Grace Anna. There are accompanying images, resources and sugg…