In today’s episode, I’m joined by Austin-based gallery owner, artist and graphic designer Phillip Niemeyer. I met Phillip more than 10 years ago through an artist, and was immediately struck by his passion, creativity and drive to pursue ideas he found exciting. Our episode today is about how we navigate unconventional career paths and change in artistic careers. 

Phillip's Gallery

https://northern-southern.com/

Names mentioned:

Lisa Yuskavitch

Dana Schutz

Kerry James Marshall

Amy Smith Stewart

Carmen Herrera

Leo Castelli

Laura Lit with Northern Southern at NADA Miami

Frederic Goudy

In the first episode of The Netvvrk Podcast, Art Problems, you can expect to learn more about what you can expect in the episodes that follow, why Paddy is launching a Netvvrk specific podcast, and what makes Art Problems different. 

In this episode Paddy discusses some of the huge changes we're seeing in the art industry. You'll hear about the impact of artists moving away from bigger cities, the reduced effectiveness of large networking events and platforms, and the conditions fueling an increasing risk averse industry. And you'll learn about the steps you can take to build your career in this environment. 

In this episode, Paddy examines the unique structure of the art industry, and why making art for love creates the most impactful cultural expression while simultaneously seeding the conditions for exploitation. How this empowers you: Understanding the conditions you're working in will you help you better navigate them. 

Join VVrkshop founder and art critic, Paddy Johnson, as she shares thoughts and insights on the challenges artists face, easy to understand, step by step education, from industry experts that you can apply to your practice, and behind the scenes stories from artists and other professionals so you know you’re not alone.