March 04, 2026

BENCH TALK Podcast #214 | BYRON BOWMAN KEHOE

1 hour 9 minutes

In this insightful interview, Byron Bowman Kehoe, a seasoned gallerist, shares his journey through the art world, from early exposure to art in his family gallery to working in Japan and New York. Discover his perspectives on art collection, studio practices, street art, and how galleries like Backwoods shape Melbourne's vibrant art scene.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

- Early exposure to art through family gallery

- Japanese art influence on contemporary taste

- The role of collectors in the art world

- Studio practices and artist assistants

- The evolution of street art into gallery spaces

- Strategies for artists to approach galleries

- The importance of storytelling in art

- The future of Melbourne as an art hub

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HOST: Tom Gerrard

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GUEST (Byron Bowman Kehoe)

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✦ Find out more at: https://www.backwoods.gallery/

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