Inside The Gallery

Two simultaneous exhibitions at the Grafton Regional Gallery.
One, a survey of ceramic works by Alan Peascod, the other, more recent pieces by Avital Sheffer, present contrasting but complementary views on the art and craft of pottery across ages.

In this episode, we hear from the curator, Professor Pedram Khosronejad about the exhibitions, and also speak with gallery director Dr Jane Kreis about presenting the work of both artists, and more generally about the role of regional art galleries in Australia, and how they reflect the local cultural and their impact further afield.

A transcript of conversations in this episode is available here, thanks to the Australian Arts Channel

In his first solo exhibition at NERAM, outsider artist Lae Oldmeadow presents The Garden, a contemplative and tactile installation where nature and culture intertwine.

In this episode, NERAM guest curator Professor Pedram Khosronejad (Western Sydney University) interrogates the artist about his history and his inspiration, along with the small interventions that made significant impacts on the artist and his subsequent work

More information about the exhibition: https://www.neram.com.au/event/the-garden-lae-oldmeadow/

Artist talk at NERAM: https://www.neram.com.au/event/artist-talk-lae-oldmeadow/

A transcript of the conversation in this episode is available for download HERE  thanks to the Australian Arts Channel.

ART DECO celebrates 100 years.

The enduring 20th century's art movement is recognised as transformative, but what really makes it so special? In this episode, author, collector and all round creative Claudia Chan Shaw speaks with Tim Stackpool about the history of Art Deco, and how its influence is still being felt today.

More information about Claudia Chan Shaw: https://claudiachanshaw.com/

A transcript of the discussion in this episode is available for download here, courtesy of the Australian Arts Channel.

Sydney Contemporary returns to Carriageworks from 11 to 14 September this year for its biggest edition yet.

Presented across distinct sectors and accompanied by a dynamic public program, there are four days of bold gallery presentations, large-scale installations, experimental live performances, thought-provoking panel discussions and of course: champagne!

New this year, Photo Sydney premieres at Sydney Contemporary, to spotlight outstanding photographic works from artists, and we'll hear from artists Caterina Pacialeo and Tina FiveAsh, along with fair director Zoe Paulsen.

More information at https://sydneycontemporary.com.au/

A transcript of the discussions in this episode is available for download here, courtesy of the Australian Arts Channel

How does a freelance curator undertake their work in Australia, and what opportunities are really presented? Does it take a special entrepreneurial spirit? In this episode, we hear an open and frank perspective from independent curator Michelle Chanique about the challenges and benefits of working in the arts, without being tied to any particular institution.

Michelle's art precinct tours (Curated Contemporary): https://www.curatedcontemporary.com/

Plausible Playground (Macquarie University) exhibition video:  https://youtu.be/BJpTxEq6zdA

A transcript of this conversation is available for download here, courtesy of the Australian Arts Channel

From the early performances of the 1970s, to the hugely popular suspended stone circles, to the installations that incorporate a sense of theatre, Ken Unsworth continues to offer a disturbing and uncompromising view of our shared humanity.

In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Macquarie University senior gallery curator Rhonda Davis, and exhibition curator Brad Buckley about the installation at Macquarie University which features many new works by the artist.

More details: https://www.mq.edu.au/about/facilities/museums-collections/macquarie-university-art-gallery/whats-on/art-gallery-events/love-is-the-sweetest-thing

Video: https://youtu.be/DYqOJ6MXSgU

A transcript of conversations in this episode is available here, thanks to the Australian Arts Channel.