Best Fifty14 Podcasts (2024)

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Contemporary Photography

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We discussed: editions, analog vs digital and much more Jo Bentdal https://jobentdal.com https://www.instagram.com/jobentdal/ Erle M. Kyllingmark http://www.erlekyllingmark.com https://www.instagram.com/erlekyllingmark/ Stig Marlon Weston http://www.weston.no https://www.instagram.com/stigmw Music by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from …

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Zero-sum game: The autonomous artist vs community values @ destructura

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Contemporary artists have raised the question of what authorship means within the sector, as well as the methodologies used to empower artists. What steps need to be taken to support the transition from “toxic competition” to sustainable support systems within the arts? Sanna Hirvonen – https://sannajhirvonen.art Anastasia Matskevitch – https://the…

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BTS of building a National Museum

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I had the pleasure of talking with Stina Högkvist, Director of Exhibitions and Collections + Yngvill Sjöösten, Head of Project Management about the design, construction, planning and maintenance of the new Oslo National Museum on June 14, 2022. https://www.nasjonalmuseet.no Music by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtens…

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Arts Education? @ destructura

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We discussed: what is wrong with the current academic model, why people teach, the responsibility of academia, emotional impact of an art career, arts funding Maria Makarova Frederik Klanberg https://destructura.com Music by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtenstein + Norway – https://eeagrants.org And we appreciate the…

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Art world titans: the role and responsibility of well-established, highly regarded institutions @ destructura

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Museums, art centres, theatres and the like establish and guard the institutionalised idea of what art is. These institutions are frequently immersed in rigid, maladaptive frameworks of public bureaucracies, and have opaque hiring and artist selection practices. What adjustments in the functioning of major European cultural institutions are require…

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Post-Contemporary Divine: the relevance of art in a disrupted world @ destructura

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Increasing political, environmental and technological disruption requires a vision of the role creative professionals will play in building a positive future, in which art plays an integral role in social harmony. How can the potential of art to prevent disruptions of continent-wide magnitude be explored to the fullest in Europe? Eline Gaudé – http…

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Art Funds: Who funds them and how do they fund us? @ destructura

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Public and private funding institutions address the gap between the needs of artistic production and the inability of contemporary market economies to sustain the art and culture field. Art professionals often lack the tools to navigate this system or to understand its governing interests and powers. What measures are required to increase transpare…

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Arts expanded: cross pollination between sectors @ destructura

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Artists can partner with scientists to promote environmental justice and each other’s work. Feminist performers can join forces with human rights advocates to protect female minorities. Applying artistic methodologies can also create healthier work environments in multinational corporations. How should Europe further facilitate cross-sector collabo…

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Thameur Mejri – Painter, Film Maker + Installation Artist (Tunisia)

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With Special guest co-host Dr. Amanda Maples, we discussed: career aspirations, ambition, propaganda, cultural perspectives, marketing as an artist, personal fitness, being an art professor, mortality, asking the right questions, sexuality, toxic masculinity, giving back His Monograph – https://www.skira.net/en/books/thameur-mejri/ https://www.mont…

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What Art does in Times of Crisis - Panel Discussion @ destructura 56:18

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What are the effects of crisis on artists? Are they in some ways different to the effects on normal working class people. Are there opportunities for artists during a time of crisis? Panelsits: Madeleina Kay – https://www.madeleinakay.com Frederik Klanberg – http://www.frederikklanberg.com Anastasia Lemberg-Lvova – https://lemberglvova.com https://…

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The Role of Art in Crisis – Panel Discussion @ destructura

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What is the role of art during times of crisis? Crisis is encompassing all different kinds of crisis, from politics and war to the environment and technology.Panelist are:Anastasia Matskevitch - https://www.instagram.com/anastasiamatskevitchsingerEva Lennuk - https://www.sorainen.com/people/eva-lennuk/Sanna Hirvonen - https://sannajhirvonen.art htt…

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BTS @ LIAF – Francesco Urbano Ragazzi, Curators

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We discussed: Curating a bienniale art festival, government funded arts, how they select artists, how they chose the venues, ecological concerns of Art events, installing Art in a prison https://www.ffur.euLofoten International Art festival - https://info.liaf.no People + Places mentioned:Alighiero Boetti - https://gagosian.com/artists/alighiero-e-…

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BTS @ LIAF – Tomaso De Luca, Sculptor + Installation Artist (Italy + Germany)

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We discussed: Artist Visas, arts education, politics in art, criticism, critical feedback, gentrification, traps https://tomasodeluca.comLofoten International Art Festival – (LIAF) – https://info.liaf.no People + Places mentioned:Monitor - https://www.monitoronline.orgMaxxi Bvlgari Prize - https://www.maxxi.art/en/events/maxxi-bulgari-prize-2020Dan…

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BTS @ LIAF – Haroon Mirza, Conceptual Artist

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We discussed: nepotism, the economic utility of Art, democracy, competition in the Arts, resonant frequency, hemispheric lateralization, budgets, running a studio https://www.lissongallery.com/artists/haroon-mirzahttp://www.clickfolio.com/haroon/Lofoten International Art Festival – (LIAF) – https://info.liaf.no People + Places Mentioned:Gaia Fugazz…

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BTS @ LIAF – Marianne Hultman, Director of the North Norwegian Art Centre (NNKS)

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We discussed: running an Art Centre, cultural politics, artist residencies, contemporary art, coordinating an Art Festival, site specific art work, teleportation, tourism Lofoten International Art Festival – (LIAF) - https://info.liaf.noNorth Norwegian Art Centre (NNKS) - https://nnks.noKunstnerhuset - the Artist House - https://nnks.no/en/l%C3%A6r…

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BTS @ LIAF – Hans Christian Skovholt, Technical Producer

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We discussed: working on long term projects, the importance of advance planning, working collaboratively, dealing with stress, having a child during the pandemic http://www.skovholt.netLofoten International Art Festival – (LIAF) – https://info.liaf.no People + Places mentioned:UKS Young Artists' Society - https://www.uks.noSiri Aurdals - https://ww…

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BTS @ LIAF – Berte Ynnesdal, Festival Producer

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We discussed: producing an Art Festival in a remote location, funding an Art Festival, using nontraditional spaces, the responsibilities of a producer Lofoten International Art Festival – (LIAF) - https://info.liaf.noNorth Norwegian Art Centre (NNKS) - https://nnks.noKunstnerhuset - the Artist House - https://nnks.no/en/l%C3%A6ring-2 Music by Peat …

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Ahmed Umar, Multidisciplinary Artist (Norway + Sudan)

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We discussed: being raised Muslim, Corporal punishment, being a refugee, working Multi-disciplinarily, Fine Artist vs Craft Artist, support systems, tokenism, claiming your voice https://www.ahmedumar.com Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtenstein + Norway – https…

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Pia Eikaas, Conceptual Artist (Norway)

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We discussed: Public Art, queer icons, religious sects, living in Beijing, showering in public fountains, food in tubes, the privilege of working in the arts, being a professional runner, working collaboratively, queer pirates https://piaeikaas.com People + Places mentioned:Mesen - https://www.mesen.noQueer Culture Year: Norway - https://norwegiana…

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Oslo Art Scene – Petter Morken + Kari Ane Golf (Norway)

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We discussed: Oslo Art District, engaging more people in art, running a physical art gallery through the pandemic, Art Walks, Public funding for Art, youth art programs, politics and art LNM - http://lnm.noKunstverket Galleri - https://www.kunstverket.no People + Places mentioned:NBK - https://www.norskebilledkunstnere.noLondon Original Print Fair …

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Creating an Exhibition – Kristine Wessel + Jarle Strømodden (Norway)

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We discussed: open calls, being impactful, how juries think, classical art mediums, the need for respect, how to build a jury, emerging artists, ageism in the arts. The Anniversary Exhibition: https://www.eckbos-legat.no/JubileumsstipendThe Artists:Lin Wang - https://lin-wang-skrt.squarespace.comEinar Grinde - https://einargrinde.comEllinor Aurora …

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Public Art in Norway – Vibeke Christensen + Kristine Wessel, Mesen (Norway)

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We discussed: public art funding, the need for a vision, juggling multiple projects, writing public art proposals, the importance of collaboration https://www.mesen.no People + Places mentioned:Jan Christensen - http://janchristensen.org Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Icelan…

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Jarle Strømodden, Museum Director, The Vigeland Museum (Norway)

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We discussed: accidental career paths, single artist museums, museum funding, vandalism, environmental impacts on art, curating exhibitions, the importance of trust, museum souvenir shops https://vigeland.museum.no Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtenstein + Norw…

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Katrin Inga Jonsdottir Hjordisardottir, Multimedia Artist (Iceland)

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We discussed: finding yourself, creating yourself, arts education, the need for perspective, art patrons, investing in artists, exclusivity, striving for perfection, celebrating mistakes, public relations, student loans, Arts education https://www.gallerygudmundsdottir.com/ki-selected-works Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by …

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Martynas Petreikis, SÍM Residency Project Manager + Curator (Iceland)

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We discussed: Artist residencies, politic and the arts, global warming, application processes, benefits of doing artist residencies https://www.sim-residency.info/abouthttps://www.instagram.com/m_art_ynas/ Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtenstein + Norway – http…

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Þórhildur Tinna Sigurðardóttir, Project Manager, Icelandic Pavilion at Venice Biennale (Iceland)

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We discussed: coordinating a biennale pavilion, biennialization, grassroots vs institutions, the need for change, Icelandic cultural policy, commodification of the art world, gender equality, artist visas, the importance of relationships https://www.instagram.com/tindilfaetta/https://icelandicartcenter.is People + Places mentioned:LungA Art Festiva…

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Sayed Sattar Hasan, Process-Based Artist (UK + Norway)

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We discussed: emerging artists, career paths, the need for transparency, arts funding, artistic middle class, writing art text, arts education, art is a privilege, survival of the fittest, subjectivity, the value of conversation, managing expectations, patrons https://www.sayedsattarhasan.com People + Places mentioned:Oslo City Hall Artist Studios …

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STEiNUNN, Fashion Designer + String Artist (Iceland)

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We discussed: the benefit of making mistakes, the importance of materiality, having a child with a disability, large format polaroid, what is special about iceland, global warming, sense of touch, online sales, craftsmanship, legacy planning, value of archives, gabardine fabric, our disposable society, the values of mentors http://www.steinunn.com …

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Nína Óskarsdóttir, Conceptual Ceramic Artist (Iceland)

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We discussed: craft, Iceland traditions, marketing, gender specific art forms (traditionally), craft vs art, artistic concepts, domestic art, icelandic clay, grassroots, gentrification https://ninaoskarsdottir.com People + Places mentioned:Harpa - https://harpa.isListval - https://listval.is Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by…

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Ingunn Fjóla Ingþórsdóttir, Conceptual Artist (Iceland)

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We discussed: educational systems, artist salary, side hustles, art scene in iceland, art market in iceland, maternity leave, artist residencies, the value of culture, happiness. https://ingunnfjola.net People + Places mentioned:The Association of Icelandic Visual Artists - https://icelandicartcenter.isThe Living Art Museum - https://www.nylo.isIce…

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Helga Lilja Magnúsdóttir – Clothing Designer, Helicopter (Iceland)

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We discussed: sexism, family names, fashion bitch, street wear, learning from failure, international recognition, being ecologically minded, tattoos, the benefits of changing, career transitions, having a foundational place to build your career http://helicopter.lovehttps://bahns.orghttp://kioskgrandi.com People + places mentioned:STEiNUNN - http:/…

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Pari Stave, Director of Skaftfell (Iceland)

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We discussed: Icelandic art, career changes, small town charm, arts funding, bureaucracy, artist residencies, climate change https://skaftfell.is People + Places Mentioned:Rúrí - https://ruri.isDieter Roth - https://www.dieterrothmuseum.orgNordic Alliance of Artists’ Residencies on Climate Action (NAARCA) - https://skaftfell.is/en/projects/nordic-a…

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Cecily Chambers + Collier Grimm, Artist Representatives, Form Artists (USA)

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We discussed:the role of an artist agent, career strategies, how they create the agency roster, finding a style, benefits of being a women run business, doing commercial work, impostor syndrome. https://www.formartists.com Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat Biby Supported in part by: EEA Grants from Iceland, Liechtenstei…

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Mike Carroll – Gallerist + Artist, The Schoolhouse Gallery (USA)

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We discussed: Parental support, the Boston Art scene, the need for skill, the business of art, gallery rooster size, price points for artists, benefit art auctions, artists changing styles, distribution, the benefits of being regional, finding your market. https://galleryschoolhouse.com Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio ServicesMusic by Peat…

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Retrospective: Outtakes 1:10:57

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This is an episode of random conversations and outtakes that we had which were not cohesive with a topic but were worth hearing. This is the final episode in this inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 20…

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Yining He – Curator, Writer + Researcher (China)

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We discussed: Covid in China, censorship, benefits of art competitions, Funding for the Arts, working collaboratively, life goals, career goals, classism, being a parent http://www.heyining.com People + Places mentioned:Singapore International Photography Festival - https://sipf.sgPro Helvetia - https://prohelvetia.cnGoethe Institute - https://www.…

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Retrospective: Next Generation 37:44

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This is #10 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed the o…

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Monica Suder, Creative Coach (Germany + USA)

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We discussed: blindspots, the difficulty of being original, conceptual art, beauty and aesthetics, the romanticised artist lifestyle, knowing what you don't want, bureaucracy in the arts, portfolio reviews, artist statements, synchronicity, the importance of artists websites http://www.monicasuder.com People + Place mentioned:Magnum - https://www.m…

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Retrospective: The Art World Today 42:22

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This is #9 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed their …

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Laura Noble – Gallerist, Artist, Writer + Curator, L A Noble Gallery (UK)

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We discussed: taking time to reflect, adversity breeds creativity, writing in journals, why we lie, privilege, nepotism, why she sells photography, portfolio reviews, the benefits of phone calls, why art collectors choose what they collect, digital storage, white cotton gloves, art speak, digital printing, print editions, not making assumptions. ht…

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Retrospective: Tenacity 51:32

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This is #8 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode I we discussed the …

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Philip Davydov, Iconographer (Russia)

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We discussed: rules in icon writing, gold vs silver, painting vs writing icons, making your own pigment, teaching iconography, signing your art, the affect of light sources on icons, commissions. https://www.sacredmurals.com People + Places mentioned:Tretyakov Gallery - https://www.tretyakovgallery.ru Audio engineering by Mickey at CushAudio Servic…

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Retrospective: Family + Balance 39:22

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This is #7 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed the ch…

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Helén Petersen, Administrative Director of Artist Residency, Sunnhordland Museum (Norway)

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We discussed: how they choose residency participants, role of an artist residency, writing artist text, sponsorship, funding, finding time and space to be creative, portfolio reviews, tenacity, constructive feedback https://sunnhordland.museum.no/kunstneropphold/https://helenpetersenfotografi.com People + Places mentioned:Les Rencontres Internation…

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Retrospective: Goals + Success 38:57

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This is #6 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed career…

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Vanessa Hallett, Worldwide Head of Photographs + Deputy Chairwoman, Americas at Phillips

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We discussed: side hustles, alumni lists, internships, building networks, not all art collectors are the same, how art is valued, print editions, the need to create demand, provenance, certificates of authenticty, signatures, connoisseurship, how to plan an auction, online art auctions, learning what you do not want to do is as important as knowing…

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Retrospective: Building a community 1:21:31

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This is #5 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed the be…

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Jennifer Yoffy, Publisher, Yoffy Press (USA)

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We discussed: how to get people to buy art, running a non-profit / NGO, book fairs, reputation vs brand, the story behind the art, the cost of books, not being difficult to work with, book distribution http://www.yoffypress.com People + Places mentioned:Alec Soth - https://alecsoth.comMagnum square print sales - https://www.magnumphotos.com/shop/co…

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Retrospective: Career Paths 56:27

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This is #4 of a 10 part inquiry into the lives and experiences of 11 people who got the same Masters of Fine Arts, though in various disciplines, from the same institution (the San Francisco Art Institute) in 2001. and 20 years of reflection and experiences post graduation. I am calling the series 'Retrospective'.In this episode we discussed the va…

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Magali Avezou, Curator, archipelago (UK + France)

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We discussed: artistic discipline in the 21st century, curating photography, contemporary photography, interdisciplinary art, subjectivity, the evolution on photography, beauty in art, the importance of text with your artwork, artist statements, the responsibilities of artists https://archipelagoprojects.com People + Places mentioned:Trevor Paglen …

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