Transforming Waste Into Large Scale Sculpture with Jason Peters
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An in-depth conversation with independent installation artist Jason Peters. In this episode we delve into the challenges of creating large scale public art.
Jason Peters shares his experience:
- From upbringing in Germany to his art education in the United States
- The process and philosophies that drive Peters’ large-scale art installations
- About using common and easily accessible materials like chairs or buckets
- The importance of site specificity, adaptability, and considering audience’s reactions in his works
- The struggles and uncertainties artists face
- About budgeting and his dream projects
Join us for an in-depth dive behind the scenes of thrifting art materials and dealing with last minute technical challenges.
00:00 Introduction and Early Life
00:48 Journey to Becoming an Artist
01:55 Artistic Influences and Early Experiences
04:24 Transition to Large Sculptures and Installations
08:54 Exploring Artistic Techniques and Materials
11:09 Public Exhibitions and Opportunities
16:38 Incorporating Light into Installations
17:54 Material Sourcing and Sustainability in Art
24:51 Site-Specific Installations and Community Engagement
31:26 An Unexpected Last Minute Challenge
33:28 The Aftermath of an Exhibition
33:50 The Value and Disposal of Artworks
35:25 Funding for Large Scale Sculptures and Installations
37:07 The Challenges of Public Art
41:21 The Audience's Role in Art
47:41 The Commercial Aspect of Art
53:08 How to Recharge Creativity
55:47 The Dream Project
57:27 Current Projects and Future Plans
Jason K Peters is an independent artist based in New York. You can see more of his work, purchase smaller pieces or a book about his work through his Instagram @jasonpetersart https://www.instagram.com/jasonpetersart/ and on his website www.jasonpeters.com
Also mentioned in this episode:
Maryland Institude College of Art: https://www.mica.edu/ | @marylandinstitutecollegeofart
Andy Goldsworthy: https://andygoldsworthystudio.com/
Gabriel Orozco: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Orozco | @_gabrrriel.orozco_ ??
Center for Contemporary Arts, Santa Fe: https://ccasantafe.org/ | @ccasantafe
Sto: https://www.stocorp.com/ | @sto_us
Mattress Factory: https://mattress.org/ | @mattressfactory
Pulitzer Arts Foundation: https://pulitzerarts.org/ | @pulitzerarts
Crystal Wagner: https://crystalwagner.com/installations/ | @artistcrystalwagner
Richard Serra: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Serra
Mark di Suvero: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_di_Suvero
Governor’s Island: https://www.govisland.com/ | @governorsisland
Oklahoma City Museum: https://www.okcmoa.com/ | @okcmoa
Roden Crater: https://rodencrater.com/ | @rodencrater
Donald Judd: https://juddfoundation.org/ |
Jeff Koons: https://jeffkoons.com/artwork/inflatables | @jeffkoons
Drake Hotel, Canada: https://www.thedrake.ca/thedrakehotel/ | @thedrake
Gustavo Dudamel: https://www.gustavodudamel.com/ | @gustavodudamel
Andy Goldsworthy: https://andygoldsworthystudio.com/
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