Art in Bloom

Jose Dávila is a renowned Mexican artist whose multidisciplinary practice brings together art and architecture. Originally from Guadalajara, his work is distinguished by the interplay between industrial materials—such as concrete, glass, and steel—and natural elements, including rocks and wood. Through these contrasts, he explores themes such as urbanism and the relationship between human beings and natural resources.

His work has been exhibited internationally and is held in the collections of institutions including the Reina Sofía Museum, the Centre Pompidou, the Guggenheim, and the UBS Art Collection, among others.

In this conversation, we revisit his artistic journey and explore key themes in his practice: gravity as a certainty, the dialogue between the natural and the industrial, and the prejudice against colour in art.

*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.

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Jose ⁠@josedavila⁠

Pilar Albarracín is one of the most prominent figures in contemporary Spanish art. Originally from Seville, she has developed a multidisciplinary practice spanning performance, photography, video, installation, drawing, and embroidery. Through humour, irony, and the appropriation of symbols from Andalusian folklore, she questions gender stereotypes, the role of women within cultural and social traditions, as well as the power structures present in society.

In this conversation, she shares insights into her artistic journey, the themes explored throughout her work, and her vision of art as a tool for transforming the world.

*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.

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Pilar @pilaralbarracin_artist

Lisa Lloyd is an established British mixed media and three dimensional artist. She has developed a distinctive practice working with paper, plastic, and, more recently, metal to craft sculptures that capture both the fragility and intensity of the natural world. Among her achievements, Lisa has been awarded the Homo Faber Prize at Fondazione Giorgio Cini in Venice, as well as a QEST Scholarship.

In our conversation, she tells us more about her trajectory, creative process, inspirations, and material practice, along with the themes that shape her work and how much of her craft has been learned through trial and error.

* The spoken language in this episode is English.

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Lisa @lisa_lloydpaper

Yoichi Kamimura is a Japanese sound and visual artist, who draws from field recordings collected around the world to create deeply sensory soundscapes through installations, performances, video, and painting. He describes the recording process as a form of “meditative hunting,” observing the connections between people and the natural world.

In our conversation, Yoichi shares more about his trajectory, how he began sound recording, and the personal perspectives and themes that run through his work.

* The spoken language in this episode is English.

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Yoichi @camyyu

Ludwig Berger is a recognised German sound artist, composer, and radio author. His work grows out of an ongoing and intimate exploration of the acoustic phenomena of specific places and what they hold. Working at the intersection of acoustic ecology, deep listening and poetic storytelling, he develops installations, compositions, walks and radio documentaries.

In our conversation, he shares how he began recording sound, the evolution of his practice, the diverse listening approaches he employs, and the landscapes he's developed intimate relationships with over the years.

* The spoken language in this episode is English.

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Ludwig @ludwigberger

Leo Battistelli is a recognised Argentine artist, born in Rosario and now based in Rio de Janeiro.

Leo's practice exists at the intersection of art and design, with ceramics at its core, reflecting an ongoing exploration of the relationship between people, nature, and territory. Through both the materials he works with and the themes that shape his practice—alchemy, spirituality, ecology, and the natural world—he creates a dialogue with the environment.

In this conversation, Leo shares how his personal life and artistic practice are deeply intertwined. A passionate advocate for ecology, he introduces lichens into public spaces to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment and the vital role of clean air in our lives.

* The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.

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Leo @leobattistelli_

In this episode of Art in Bloom, we are joined by Haley Mellin, a North American visual artist, land conservationist, and founder of Art into Acres.

Mellin’s artistic practice is profoundly rooted in the natural world. Working outdoors in a seasonal studio, she creates observational paintings in gouache, a water-based medium, and drawings in charcoal, a plant-based carbon material. In 2017, she founded Art into Acres, an artist-run nonprofit dedicated to supporting permanent, large-scale land conservation on behalf of the arts community.

In our conversation, we explore Mellin’s inspiring journey, the evolution of her practice, and her unique perspective on seeing both her paintings and her conservation work as integral expressions of her artistic practice.

* The spoken language in this episode is English.

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Haley @haleymellin

Shirley Villavicencio Pizango is a renowned Peruvian visual artist currently based in Belgium. She grew up between the city of Lima and the small community of Santiago de Borja, in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest.

Her work portrays scenes from everyday life in Ghent, where family members, friends, and strangers appear surrounded by lush vegetation and geometric forms that evoke Incan symbolism, expressed through a colourful, expressionist visual language with folkloric undertones.

In this conversation, she shares her personal story, her artistic practice, and the themes she explores, as well as the deep connection between her personal development and the evolution of her creative practice.

* The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.

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Shirley @shurleey

Brodie Neill is a globally recognised Tasmanian designer based in London. He works across collectible design, public art, and large-scale placemaking projects. Brodie leads a multidisciplinary studio focused on material innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability, and is the founder of Made in Ratio. He is widely recognised for his environmental advocacy through design, particularly his pioneering work with ocean plastic.

Our conversation centred on Brodie’s evolving practice, his exploration of material innovation, and his commitment to circularity as a design imperative.

* The spoken language in this episode is English.

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Brodie @brodieneill

As the year comes to an end, so does Season 2 of the Art in Bloom podcast.

This season, we welcomed ten remarkable artists from around the world, each bringing their own vision and experience. From Milan to the Andes, and through disciplines spanning textile traditions to hyperreal photography, every episode unfolded as a new journey filled with creativity, powerful stories and meaningful reflections.

In their own unique way, each of these artists reminded us of the importance of art as a universal language. Art helps us connect, transcend differences, and pay closer attention to the world around us.

Thank you so much for listening and for being part of this journey. 🎧 It’s been a joy to share these inspiring conversations with you! ✨ Stay tuned for Season 3

*The spoken language in this episode is English.

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