This week i sit down with Musonga Mbogo, a visual artist and painter based in Canberra NSW, Australia. We chatted about the importance of paving the way to create the things you want to see in the world, the importance of rushing yourself and using art as a way of finding your own identity as a human and an artist. How location and culture deeply impacts his art practice, and it was so amazing to hear about all the incredible projects he has worked on as well as his insights into how he approaches his creative lifestyle. Such a great chat thank you Musonga for your calming warm spirit!

https://www.instagram.com/musongambogo/

https://www.hake.house/artists/musonga-mbogo

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This week I’m speaking with Julz Beresford, a traditional painter from the countryside of rural New South Wales! Having grown up immersed in the outdoors, Julz’s intent with her work is for the audience to feel engaged with the energy of the landscape and to embody how it feels to be there. We go through what it looks like to be a plein air artist, using your environment for endless inspiration, her philosophy and journey with creating art and the positive effect aging has had on her practice.

Learn about Julz's current exhibition with Michael Reid here. You can find Julz on Instagram here and her website here!

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In this week's episode, I chat with public and exhibiting artist, Abbey Rich. Passionate about working in public space, Abbey has worked with communities around the world to make artworks that are accessible to everyone. Through colour, pattern and warmth these collaborative pieces make everyday spaces feel brighter and more welcoming.

Together we talk about the impact of making accessible art, job pitching, the incentive behind working hard and making art, as well as the responsibility of an artist.

You can find Abbey on Instagram here- https://www.instagram.com/abbey_rich/?hl=en

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This week, it’s just me behind the mic, reflecting on changes I made in my practice that helped me grow in 2024. I chat about finding inspiration in memories, being honest on social media, trusting that scary leaps can pay off, and learning (the hard way) that saying no is essential to avoiding burnout. 

We've got so many incredible conversations coming this season! Be sure to follow the pod on Instagram at @nitty_gritty_podcast for updates!!

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This week I sit down with Matt Cauchi, a Sydney-based mixed media artist focused on pushing texture-based boundaries. His paintings are tactfully layered to reveal an interesting exploration of depth and dimension in his work. With his talents being celebrated in galleries around the world, Matt's aim is that each piece reveals a considered balance between beauty and chaos.

In this episode, we talk about the challenges of juggling social media as a commercial artist, working through feelings of comparison and accepting where we are currently at.

https://mattcauchiart.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mattcauchiart/

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This week i sit down with Ash Holmes, an abstract painter and co owner of HAKE House gallery, we discuss her career as an artist and the ups and downs that come with that. We discuss what Ash looks for in artists she works with at the gallery, her fear of public speaking and how she manages to stay curious in her practice. Loved this chat thanks so much Ash!!

https://www.hake.house/

https://ashleighholmes.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ashholmesart/?hl=en

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This week i sit down with renowned Australian photographer Tamara Dean! I loved this chat so much thank you to Tamara for being so open and honest about her process as an artist over the 25 years she has been creating. I truly engaging and inspiring conversation.

https://www.instagram.com/tamaradean/?hl=en

https://www.tamaradean.com.au/

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