In this episode of NeedleXChange I interview CARO.

CARO is a multidisciplinary artist who intertwines metalwork and embroidery to explore themes of time, devotion, and material storytelling.

This is the second half of my conversation with CARO and we move beyond materials and making to dive into the philosophical and social layers of Caro’s work. We discuss the history of textiles in capitalism (!), the emotional weight of long-term projects, and the balance between artistic ambition and creative sustainability. We also find out about CARO's musical tastes among other cultural highlights.

For another great multi-disciplinary conversation check out episodes 49 and 50 with Marcia Bennett-Male.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:20 - Feminism and Gender Discourse in Art

00:06:55 - Embroidery as a Medium of Storytelling

00:17:35 - Creative Inspirations and Personal Stories

00:20:58 - The Power of Music in Art

00:25:25 - Podcasts and Audiobooks: A Creative Companion

00:28:18 - Cinematic Influences and Favourite Films

00:31:11 - Overcoming Challenges: Personal Struggles and Resilience

00:34:38 - Passion for Women's Football and Community Engagement

Links:

Instagram: caro__caro__caro__

Intro music is 222 by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist via Epidemic Sound.

About NeedleXChange:

NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.

Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.

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