Episode 93 of Art Talk is the start of a short series where I talk about why old masters matter to artists today. In this episode I briefly discus why they matter, what you can learn from them, why they were great and how they are our silent mentors.

If you as artist are struggling with colour, I have a great colour course available at https://onlineartseducation.co.uk/course/colour-for-artists/

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In Episode 92 of Art Talk, I have a conversation with Elizabeth Amisu about the Art of World Building. Elizabeth is the author of the Sacerdos Series, books that inhibit the worlds she created, with characters who have special gifts.

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In Episode 91 of Art Talk, I discuss wat art evokes in our brain. Based on Neurological research in the Mauritshuis in the Netherlands, art electrifies the Brain. This of course is goed news for artists who paint.

Looking at real art stimulates the brain on multiple levels. It sparks excitement, ignites the imagination, and compels deep thought. The emotional response to authentic paintings was ten times stronger than to their reproductions. Let that sink in. What art evokes in our brains is ten times stronger.

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Episode 90 is the last of this year 2024 and I have a conversation with Agnes Gomori about art and spirituality and how we as artists adapt that in our art as well as experience it to create specific art. For each of us it works differently but we both know that everything is energy and that, when we visited Tate Modern together in June, both tired, our energy uplifted us, giving energy. 

This will, however, be slightly different than usual, we truly have a conversation about what spirituality means to us and how it plays into our lives and art. Meaning, I am not asking Agnes specific questions alone, she also asks me, which is a fun experiment.

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This is episode 89 of Art Talk, and today I have a conversation with Louise Fowler. Louise is an oil painter based in Cornwall, she is also a musician.

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This is episode 88 of Art Talk. After a long hiatus I am back with a conversation with Anikó Boda. Anikó Boda is a painter of imaginary realism, thinker and storyteller. She initially studied medicine before she dived into art and studied in New York The Art Student league, the school of Visual Arts, then The Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts master, and the Schatz Studio.

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In episode 87 of Art Talk, I had the pleasure of having a conversation with Shirley-Ann O’Neil, director of the VAA (Visual Artists Association)After their book Good Art Doesn’t Sell Itself (which I highly recommend), they have now written a book about Securing Representation: Galleries, Agents & Artists. The book is divided in sections with very valuable information from industry experts, the do’s and don'ts tips and summaries. It is a true guide for the professional artist.

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In episode 86 of Art Talk, I have a conversation with Jessica Agudelo. Jessica is a psychologist specialising in mental health. She has a wealth of experience and is an exceptional trainer (and I know, we met at a training at UK Black Pride, and I have been in one of her workshops) and she is a great listener. She currently has a program Building The Power Of Us, which we will discuss in our conversation.

Following the podcast/interview, Jessica mentioned that if anyone is experiencing symptoms that are having a negative impact on their physical and emotional health, to seek professional help or talk to someone they trust.

Some helpful tips:-physical activity and movement-connecting with nature or noticing things around you-Mindfulness practice, breathing techniques or meditation-Sleep and a balanced diet-connecting with others through conversations/talking and/or activities/hobbies

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In episode 85 of Art Talk, I have a conversation with Janet Sternburg. She is a photographer and made a book called Looking at Mexico and Mexico Looks Back.Janet Sternburg has written eight successful books, taught at CalArts, and exhibited her photography in gallery shows in Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, Mexico, Seoul, Milan and Bombay.

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In Episode 84 of Art Talk, I have a conversation with Alison Dollery. Alison is an artist and curator who uses her body as a canvas in multilayered projects. We discuss her projects that are based on very personal experiences and evoke many positive responses from her audience.

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