I'm thrilled to introduce you to today's guest, Jeff McCann, a full-time Australian artist, illustrator and maker.  He’s well-known for his colourful murals, engaging community projects and workshops for councils, cooperates and schools.

Jeff’s personal practise explores identity, nostalgia, world building, games and the natural world. Primarily working with cardboard to make wearable art, illustrations, art object, and small batch products, his love of the humble material is infectious! 

He’s a queer person who grew up in regional NSW (Dubbo via Wagga) and has been living in Sydney on Gadigal land for the past 15 years. 

In this episode, we talk about:

• Cardboard, yes, cardboard
• How Jeff embrace play in his practice 
• Why ‘Young Jeff’ is the my muse for his art - 
• How Jeff explores queerness through art 
• The niche of community art projects in Sydney and regional NSW 
• How making space for community can be a part of art and placemaking, and so much more!

Follow Jeff on Instagram and check out his amazing Youtube channel!

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