Two McLeod's in about two weeks! I visited Alex McLeod in his Toronto studio back in December of 2017 for coffee and a chat. We talked about his gorgeous studio and fossil collection, his interests in science and technology as well as very practical things like community and the art market. 

 

Images are courtesy of Alex McLeod--to see more of his work you can visit his website: https://www.alxclub.com/ or the Division Gallery website: http://www.galeriedivision.com/?language=en

 

Music Credits: Intro and outro music by Emily Scherzinger; a sample was taken from Grizzly Bear's song "Two Weeks"

We've made it to #10! I met up with Ufuk Gueray when he was passing through Victoria back in February. We discuss many different aspects of the diverse body of work he's made all within the realm of painting.

You can see more of Ufuk's work by checking out his website: http://www.ufukgueray.com/

All images are courtesy of Ufuk Gueray.

Intro and outro music was done by Emily Scherzinger. A sample was taken from Jack White's "Freedom at 21"

I met up with Alexine McLeod in her East Vancouver studio to talk about her recent work and NYC trip, getting into Guelph for her MFA, and immersive experiences.

 

All images are courtesy of Alexine McLeod--you can visit her website: www.alexinemcleod.com or the Monte Clark Gallery website: www.monteclarkgallery.com

 

Music Credits: Emily Scherzinger (intro and outro theme song), and a sample was taken from Patti Smith/The Who's song "My Generation."

Jamiyla Lowe and I met back in December 2017 to discuss her latest work, zine fairs, science fiction, monsters, and favourite podcasts. We talked right into the sunset (her place has an awesome skylight)!

 

All images are courtesy of Jamiyla Lowe--to see more of her work, visit her website: www.jamiylalowe.com

 

Into and outro music is by Emily Scherzinger; a sample was taken from artist Knox Hamilton's song titled "Work It Out."

Juli Foronda and I did our interview over skype, as she finishes the final weeks of her MFA degree in Iceland. We talk about how much she hates chalk, her extensive travels, and if objects have feelings/consciousness.

 

 

Images are courtesy of Juli Foronda--see more of her work at: julianeforonda.com 

Intro and outro music is by Emily Scherzinger, a sample was taken from The Temper Trap's song, "Sweet Disposition."

Rajni Perera and I met in her Toronto studio in December 2017 to talk about "the hustle," science fiction, minitures, embellished photography and the process of finding your way post-OCAD U. 

 

All images are courtesy of Rajni Perera--check out her website: www.rajniperera.com 

 

Music Credits: Emily Scherzinger (intro and outro music)

Kim Dorland and I met in his Vancouver studio to talk about the art world, the symbology in his paintings and how he became a leading name in Canadian painting. His dog, Andre farts in my lap and gets a lot of love pats. 

 

Images are courtesy of Kim Dorland--visit his website: http://www.kdorland.com/

Music Credits: Intro and outro music by Emily Scherzinger; sample from La-Luz, "Pink Slime"

Vanessa Brown and I discuss why you shouldn't have to have an MFA to make it in this world, snakes and symbology, as well as her exciting upcoming show at the Esker Foundation.

Photo Credits: Vanessa Brown, Mike Bourschied, other images retrieved from https://www.vanessa-brown.com/

Music Credits: Emily Scherzinger, intro and outro music; sample taken from Sigur Ros, "Saeglopur"

I visit Brendan Tang in his amazing studio to talk about board games, ceramics and science fiction, and what it's like to be an artist living and working in Canada over tea. 

 

For more on Brendan's work you can visit: www.brendantang.com

Images were retrieved from brendantang.com

Music credit: Intro and outro music by Emily Scherzinger, sample taken from The xx, "Intro"

Amanda Clyne and I dissect the elusive nature of an eternal question: what is beauty? We also talk about the erasure of bodies, Agnes Martin, and how uncanny it is to be a woman making art over beers. I eat too many chips. 

Images are courtesy of Amanda Clyne. 

Music Credits: Intro and outro music by Emily Scherzinger; sample taken from Aphex Twin's song, Avril 14th