Willy (Wilamina) Russo

Willy (Wilamina) Russo

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Willy (Wilamina) Russo episodes

  • S2 Ep9 Bethany Saab
    Bethany’s Saab entry onto the Australian art scene has been one most artists dream of.
    She was approached by Amber Creswell Bell to join the Michael Reid emerging artist program, was listed in The Design Files and national newspaper The Australian as an artist to watch, and is currently prepping for her second solo show at Michael Reid Northern Beaches.
    Not bad for her first year in the industry! Head on over to Bethany’s Instagram @bethanysaabart to follow her emerging artist journey.
    Enjoy meeting the lovely Bethany Saab.
    31 min
  • S2 Ep 8 Gig Moses The Moree Gallery
    Gig Moses, owner and Director of The Moree Gallery, is a great example of the creative vibrancy that blossoms in regional Australia.
    On top of her amazing stable of artists, Gig also has a loyal following of collectors. It wasn’t always that way though, Gig has invested over two decades of energy, resources, and love, into getting the gallery to where it is today.
    Among other things we talk about her life at the gallery and some misconceptions about Moree, her advice to emerging artists and also new collectors, and how an accident with her beloved dog Freddo lead to finding a new artist for the gallery.
    If you don’t all ready, follow Gig on Instagram @themoreegallery
    32 min
  • S2 Ep7 Julie Battisti
    Julie Battisti paints the most glorious billowing clouds and luxurious flowers. Sounds kind of dreamy right? And it is. Escapism is one of her artistic drivers and it's not at all surprising. You could definitely get lost in her works. We chat the artist gallery relationship and why she values it, the sometimes awkward side of money and being an artist, and the commissioning process. 
    Head to Julie’s instagram @juliebattisti and check out her rich works.
    31 min
  • S2 Ep6 Johnny K

    Johnny K is an Australian artist based in the Blue Mountains behind Sydney. His vibrant Australian landscapes have grown in popularity and it's no wonder. They bring a sense of freedom and joy to the viewer. We dived into some of life's big topics - philosophy, the power of the Australian landscape, the gallery artist relationship and his upcoming first solo exhibition at Wentworth Gallery in Sydney.

    Head to his Instagram @Johnnykartist and check out his vibrant take on the Australian landscape.

    38 min
  • S2 Ep5 Pi Williams
    Emerging Australian artist Pi Williams creates art works you just want to touch! The textile artist uses punch needle and variety of wools and yarns to create beautiful works that are rich in colour and texture. 
    Check out her work on Instagram @piwilliamsart or her website www.piwilliams-art.com
    22 min
  • S2 Ep3 Kelsey Howard

    This week we’re off to Wilmington North Carolina in the USA, to chat with emerging American painter Kelsey Howard. It was Kelsey’s portraits of women that initially caught my eye. We spoke about balancing her day job as a nurse  and her artistic career, holding her first solo show which sold out, Instagram as a great source of inspiration, and the importance of believing in yourself and finding enjoyment in your practice.

    Head to Kelsey’s Instagram page @kelseyhowardart to get an eye full of colour and joy.

    32 min
  • S2 Ep2 Robert Malherbe

    Australian figurative painter Robert Malherbe wants to capture the moment. It's an experience he's painting, not a picture. An experience of feelings, of intensity, of light refracting from the round of a hill or the round of a buttock. His loose bold brush strokes give a richness to his paintings that is loved the world over. Today on Interview with an find out if he has any regrets, if his definition of success is changing at all, and the importance of artists supporting artists. Find him on Instagram at @robert_malherbe

    21 min
  • S2 Ep1 Samantha Hobbelen

    Samantha Hobbelen creates paintings that lift you up and leave you feeling pretty darn good. Just like a session hanging out with Sam. We talk about the importance of asking the question, bringing some business brains to a creative life, and see how her career as an artist has evolved since we first spoke in 2019. Find her on instagram @samanthahobbelen

    34 min
  • Emily Persson

    Impasto pallete knife painter Emily Persson began as a teenager, painting murals on her bedroom cupboard. Fast forward 15 years to today and her work is in demand with collectors around the globe.  Her journey has been overwhelming, liberating and rewarding and really, Emily is only just getting started.  Emily joined me from her home in Melbourne for this week's Interview With An Artist.

    www.emilyperssonartist.com

    22 min

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