In this week we interviewed Lydia Figes. Lydia is a writer, editor and art historian who is currently curator of digital at Contemporary Art Society. Lydia has just released her debut book called Survival Notes, Life Lessons From Contemporary Artists in which she interviews established artists from all areas of the art world on topics such as art education, self-discipline, gallery representation and mental well-being. We loved chatting to Lydia and reading Survival Notes. We really appreciated the wisdom and insights she shared in this conversation alongside her new book. Make sure to buy and check it out. To subscribe to our newsletter or support us through Kofi please visit out website.Thank-you friends x
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Art and Burnout: w/ Damaris Athene
This week we had the chance to talk online with artist Damaris Athene, on the verge of her first major London commercial solo exhibition. We talked with Damaris about her recent successes and opportunities that have come out of committing an intense amount of time to her practice, but also the other side of success - how running on the treadmill of the art world has caused burn out, unhealthy practices and losing sight of what its all about. This was a real honest interview and we hope it resonates with you all. D+M Sign up to our newsletter here: https://www.thehealthyartist.com/
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What even is the 'Art World'?
Its easy to believe that the 'Art World' is all nepotism, privilege or pretentious nonsense - and to get stuck in a space of frustration about the whole damn thing. But what might a reframing of this idea, or this place, look like? This week we challenged ourselves to define what the art world is, and how we might work to make it the kind of art world we want to be in.
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Honouring Good Practice :w/Ocki Magill From Blue Shop Gallery
Episode 16 is out now!! This week Martha, co-host of The Healthy Artist, interviewed Ocki Magill, founder and director of Blue Shop Gallery in South London. We spoke about subjects such as her ethos as a gallery, their journey so far, the power of creative community and her hopes for the future.If you would like to support us, it is greatly appreciated. You can do so through Kofi: https://ko-fi.com/thehealthyartistIf you would like to sign up to our bi-monthly newsletter for more insights sign up here at the bottom of our website: https://www.thehealthyartist.com/
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Art and Fear | Part 02
Part 02 of our two part episode looking at the amazing Art and Fear by David Bayles and Ted Orland. We chose another four quotes that resonated deeply with us and hopefully will with you too!
The Healthy Artist is a podcast that helps artists and creative practitioners build a resilient and aligned art practice. As practicing artists, Martha Lamont and Dan Curtis create a space to openly discuss the highs and lows, and the often unspoken challenges of being a contemporary artist. Alongside thier own reflections, Dan and Martha invite guests to open up conversations from across the art world. Navigating many of the toxic spaces of the creative world, with slowness, insight and humour, to give you tools to create a sustainable and fulfilling creative life.
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