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The Visible ArtistLaxmi Hussain: Painter, LondonHow can artists use their art to tell stories and process their own experiences? How does it feel to create deeply personal work and then see it exhibited in public spaces? How can you foster a strong relationship with an agent whilst taking on independent projects? What is it like balancing motherhood with a full-time artist career? Why it is important that art is accessible? What are the challenges of working with products with less impact on the environment? I loved chatting to Laxmi Hussain in her Wembley studio, just a stones throw from one of...2022-11-2539 minThe Visible ArtistZissou Tasseff-Elenkoff, All Star PressWhat is it like running a thriving print studio-gallery space whilst maintaining a personal creative practice? What are the advantages of working with other artists? Why is it important to be selective when choosing which artworks to ‘put out there’? How does the industrialised print world compare to the DIY print scene (and everything in-between)? How can artists find their voice now that there is an overwhelming amount of content online?I headed to All Star Press, a ‘three-in-one’ art gallery, design company and print studio in Logan Square, Chicago, to chat to Founder Zissou Tasseff-Elenkoff.2022-11-1736 minThe Visible ArtistTom Best, The Auction CollectiveHow can artists use an auction platform to sell work directly from their studio? Is there a particular type of work that appeals to those buying at auction? What is the importance of reserve prices? How do estimates help maintain the value of the artwork? How can artists build a network of buyers via an auction platform? What does the term ‘emerging artist’ mean? Can artists sell successfully to global audiences online?I spoke to Tom Best, founder of The Auction Collective, about the many exciting opportunities for artists to sell work directly from their studio via...2022-11-1135 minThe Visible ArtistDawn Beckles: Mixed Media Painter; LondonHow can you challenge yourself as a painter? Why is it important to avoid adapting your style specifically to appeal to buyers? Do artists need to have a ‘target audience’ in mind? What is it like selling your work in person? Why are open studio events valuable for artists? Are there any rules in painting that should be followed - or ignored? What is it like painting live on television? What are the tips and tricks when transporting your artworks overseas? How are the audiences different in London, Brooklyn and LA? What is it like to have your work in t...2022-11-0440 minThe Visible ArtistCecilia Charlton: Textile, Installation, Abstract Artist; LondonDo artists need to define themselves in a particular way? What opportunities are available for textile artists? What is it like to work across craft and fine art? What makes a successful residency programme? How can leading interactive workshops be a useful tool for textile artists? Why are competitions so valuable for artists wishing to experiment and evolve? What does a positive gallery relationship look like?I first came across the work of Cecilia Charlton at Collect Art Fair and loved her ambitious textile works. Her instagram account is a wonderful door into the world of...2022-10-2842 minThe Visible ArtistVincent Uribe: Artist, Curator, Gallery Owner; ChicagoHow can you create a thriving volunteer artist-led exhibition space? Why is collaboration with other artists so important? How can artists approach emerging curators? What is it like to break into a contemporary art scene in a new city? What is ‘other’ art and should this label be used? Vincent Uribe describes himself as an artist and creative community builder. He is the Founding Director of LVL3, an artist-run exhibition space and online publication, and the Director of Exhibitions and External Relations at non-profit Arts of Life. Through these roles, Vincent works with hundreds of artists, sour...2022-10-2137 minThe Visible ArtistZanny Mellor: Paint, Photography, Collage, Installation Artist; LondonWhy is experimentation and risk important in developing an artist’s practice? How can artists find inspiration beyond their studio? What is it like sharing a studio with another artist? How can you balance your painting practice with commercial commissions? What are the challenges of curating a group show with over twenty artists? How does embarking on a Masters in Fine Art lead to new creative directions?I have known Zanny for many years and have followed her artistic progression with great interest. Her work is constantly evolving and responding to her environment; whether she is wo...2022-10-1438 minThe Visible ArtistSentrock: Street Artist; Pilsen, ChicagoWhat is the street art world like? How did a graffiti artist become a celebrated street artist? Do you have to have a particular moniker or character to be authentic? What is it like to put your personal work on the walls on your city? Why work with galleries? Can you hold onto your original roots whilst collaborating with brands? I loved visiting the beautiful studio in Pilsen, Chicago, of inspiring self-taught street artist Sentrock. The space is split into two: at the back of the building is his creative studio, packed with sketches taped to...2022-10-1435 minThe Visible ArtistS2 Trailer: The Visible ArtistHosted and produced by Sophie Loxton Lucas, The Visible Artist podcast features individual artists and their paths to success within the creative world. Alongside conversations with an array of practicing artists, Sophie chats to key art world protagonists about their experiences of working with artists. The Visible Artist podcast is a must-listen for any artists looking to make their mark in today’s art world. Follow the show @thevisibleartistpodcastFollow Sophie @sophieloxtonlucaswww.thevisibleartistpodcast.comFeatured interviews in the trailer: Zanny Mellor, Sentrock, Vincent Uribe (LVL3; Arts of Lif...2022-10-1101 minThe Visible ArtistLouise LongHow can you thrive as a freelance fine art photographer? What it is like photographing incredible artists such as Phyllida Barlow surrounded by their artworks? How can photographers balance their artistic practice with other revenue-driving avenues? What are the alternative ways to present your work in printed form? How are residential residencies structured? What can you learn from undertaking a Masters in Fine Art Photography? This week I was delighted to chat to photographer Louise Long in her home in Hackney. After graduating with a Fine Art Photography Masters from the Royal College of Art, Louise...2022-04-0829 minThe Visible ArtistCharley PetersHow can an artist translate their studio practice into different architectural spaces? Why does the scale of a studio matter? How can an artist overcome creative block? What is the best way to approach a commission from a company like Facebook or ITV? What is it like to create a site-specific work in a mental health unit? Why is writing about other artists’ work valuable to your own practice?After discovering Charley’s work via the wonderful charity Hospital Rooms, I was excited to visit her South Bermondsey studio. Charley’s paintings are very striking in their...2022-04-0138 minThe Visible ArtistAlec CummingHow can you build a career as a full-time painter? What is it like to sell work directly to art buyers at an art fair? How do US and UK audiences differ? How can you overcome the challenges of shipping and exhibiting your work internationally? Based in a studio in a thatched Norfolk barn, Alec Cumming is a wonderful painter. He works in the traditional medium of oil on canvas, his paintings feel very contemporary; he draws on a visual vocabulary of shapes and patterns gathered during his travels in India, California and Sri Lanka, and...2022-03-2532 minThe Visible ArtistJo PeelWhat is it like to translate your illustration work into animation and film? How can artists respond thoughtfully to the world around them? What happens when a short film suddenly goes viral? And what can you do when painting a mural and it starts to rain?! As a painter, printmaker, animator and film maker, Jo Peel has an incredible catalogue of work. Whether it is a 300m mural for the Olympic Park or an award-winning animated short film, each artwork is recognisable for Jo’s signature hand-painted style and thoughtful response to the urban context.2022-03-1835 minThe Visible ArtistMark BeattieHow can you launch a successful career as a sculptor? What is it like breaking into the New York market? How can you ship large-scale sculptures overseas? How do private commissions work? What is like creating a thriving studio block and community hub? I loved chatting to Mark Beattie in his studio in North London. We spoke about the challenges of being a full-time sculptor, his experiences of shipping work over to Brooklyn, and his amazing vision as co-founder of Hive Studios. Follow Mark @markbeattie_artFollow Hive Studios @artisthivestudios2022-03-1139 minThe Visible ArtistMarianne HendriksWhat can an artist do to get their work featured in publications like Vogue and The New York Times? How can an emerging artist present their work as professionally as possible? Will creating limited edition prints devalue original paintings? Is it worth working with curators and art consultants? I chatted to Marianne Hendriks about her incredibly professional (and meticulous!) approach to managing her professional career: we discussed the importance of digitalising and documenting work; how to be prepared for last-minute image requests from magazines (hello Vogue and The New York Times); why she chooses to work...2022-03-0435 minThe Visible ArtistOcki Magill, Blue Shop CottageART WORLD SPECIAL: How can an emerging artist approach a gallery? How does Blue Shop Cottage live up to its mantra of ‘Help Artists Grow’? What is it like ‘behind the scenes’ at the gallery? Why is documenting your work as an artist so important? How can great design build the story of an artist?I spent a wonderful morning in the beautiful Blue Shop Cottage drinking tea and chatting to Founder Ocki Magill about the gallery's mantra of ‘Help Artists Grow’. Combining her passion for art and design with a genuine determination to support creative talent (all...2022-02-2542 minThe Visible ArtistOlly FathersHow can artists build relationships in the art world? What is it like to have your work selected for the Soho House collection? How do you balance a practice rooted in traditional materials and techniques, with a fascination for new digital directions? How can you develop networks with your followers across the globe? And, last but not least, what is it like working with the UK Marquetry Society?I travelled to ASC studios in Brixton to visit Olly Fathers, a wonderfully talented artist who never stops exploring ways to expand his practice, from the very traditional...2022-02-1837 minThe Visible ArtistJulia VoglHow to create your own career in public art? What is it like to create work in a prison, a cemetery or even a mortuary? Why apply for public funding? What is it like to give a TEDx talk? With over sixty sketchbooks bursting with ideas, Julia Vogl is ready for any challenge in the public art sphere. Every work she creates is site-specific, unique to that project and often ambitious in scale. Her public art journey began at university; inspired by the beautiful stain glass windows of Florentine cathedrals, Julia convinced multiple departments to each...2022-02-1136 minThe Visible ArtistRyan Stanier, The Other Art FairART WORLD SPECIAL: How do you turn an idea of connecting artists and buyers into a global art fair? What makes The Other Art Fair so special? What is it like ‘behind the scenes’ at the Fair? In this extra-special episode, I chat to Fair Founder Ryan Stanier about the experiences we have shared working at The Other Art Fair, Saatchi Art, over the years: highlight moments; favourite guest artists; advice for participating artists; some hit-and-miss moments onsite (!); and much more. This ‘behind-the-scenes’ conversation is packed with insights about The Other Art Fair so is a must-lis...2022-02-0441 minThe Visible ArtistTim FowlerWhat is like travelling to exhibit your work internationally? How do you get funding from the Arts Council? What is it like painting a portrait live in front of a TV crew? What is the best way to manage large-scale commissions for corporate clients? I hopped on the train to Leicester and enjoyed a wonderful afternoon chatting to Tim Fowler and visiting the studios of his fellow artists.Whether he is sketching portraits, firing paint at canvases with a fire extinguisher or creating an NFT portrait of Van Gogh, Tim’s bold style is...2022-02-0443 minThe Visible ArtistTasha Marks, AVM CuriositiesHow do you write a scent brief? What is the difference between a scent designer and a perfumier? How does one create a scent installation that will last for ten years? What is it like working with the conservation team at a leading museum? How do you evoke memories with scents so familiar that people are brought to tears? Tasha Marks of AVM Curiosities is a golden example of why one should always take school careers guidance with a pinch of salt. Despite being advised not to follow a career in art, Tasha has taken much...2022-02-0442 minThe Visible ArtistS1 Trailer: The Visible ArtistHosted and produced by Sophie Loxton Lucas, The Visible Artist podcast features individual artists and their paths to success within the creative world. Alongside conversations with an array of practicing artists, Sophie chats to key art world protagonists about their experiences of working with artists. The Visible Artist podcast is a must-listen for any artists looking to make their mark in today’s art world. Follow the show @thevisibleartistpodcastFollow Sophie @sophieloxtonlucaswww.thevisibleartistpodcast.comFeatured interviews in the trailer: Ryan Stanier, The Other Art Fair; Julia Vogl; Oll...2022-01-3101 min