Episode 218 - Teresa Biet, Founder of Art Incubator
Send us a textIn this episode of Art Wank, we speak with Teresa Biet, founder (alongside her husband Andre) and director of Art Incubator – a philanthropic initiative that champions emerging Australian artists through financial support, mentorship, and increased visibility. Teresa shares her deep passion for the arts and her belief in their power to inspire change and foster community. We discuss the origins of Art Incubator, the challenges of sustaining independent arts initiatives, and what draws her to support particular artists. Teresa also reflects on the shifting landscape of contemporary art in Australia and the importance of backing new and diverse voices. Whether you're an artist, curator, or simply an art lover, this episode offers a fascinating look at how individual vision and private support can help shape the future of the visual arts.https://artincubator.com.auTen Fold: A decade of Emerging Art Incubator Artists is on now at Manly Art Gallery and Museum until June 1st 2025Thanks Teresa for your insightful and passionate conversation.
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Episode 217 - Lottie Consalvo
Send us a textLottie Consalvo is a deeply intuitive and reflective artist whose recent body of work has been profoundly shaped by time spent meditating and working in the Australian bush. Her latest exhibition, Long Dawn, recently shown at her Sydney gallery Nanda Hobbs, reveals the contemplative power of being immersed in nature — where solitude, stillness, and the landscape become integral to her process.In this episode, we speak with Lottie about the evolution of her multidisciplinary practice, which spans painting, sculpture, and video performance. We discuss how her work continues to expand in scale and emotional depth, and how presence, slowness, and imagination are vital tools in her creative life.'How can we see beyond what is visible? To grasp at something intangible, knowing that it exists somewhere on the periphery, but is never fully within reach? Lottie Consalvo doesn’t ask us these questions, she dwells in them—urging us to loosen our grip on certainty and open ourselves to the limitless possibilities that exist beyond our definition of reality.' - Nanda HobbsThanks for talking to us Lottie.Please subscribe to our podcast and follow us on Instagram.
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Episode 216 - David Collins
Send us a textIn this episode of Art Wank, we delve into the world of Australian landscape painter David Collins, whose latest solo exhibition, Brevity, is currently on view at Defiance Gallery in Sydney from May 3 to 24, 2025 .Collins has been a significant figure in the Australian art scene since the early 1990s . Residing on Dangar Island in the Hawkesbury River since 1987, his daily interactions with the river—often by rowboat—deeply inform his artistic practice . His works are known for their meditative quality, blending abstraction with a profound sense of place.Brevity continues this exploration, offering a series of paintings that reflect Collins' intimate connection with the Australian landscape. The exhibition showcases his ability to distill vast natural scenes into compositions that are both evocative and restrained.Throughout his career, Collins has participated in numerous residencies, including the Australian Wildlife Conservancy Residency in Queensland and the Nock Art Foundation Residency in New Zealand . His work has been recognised in prestigious awards such as the Wynne Prize and the Salon des Refusés.In our conversation, Collins discusses his artistic journey, the influence of his surroundings, and the themes present in Brevity. He shares insights into his process and the philosophies that underpin his work.Join us as we explore the nuanced landscapes of David Collins and gain a deeper understanding of his contribution to contemporary Australian art.Brevity is on display at Defiance Gallery, 12 Mary Place, Paddington, NSW, until May 24, 2025. For more information, visit defiancegallery.com.
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Episode 215 - Matt Bromhead
Send us a textIn this episode of Art Wank, we chat with Sydney-based artist Matt Bromhead about his multidisciplinary practice, which blends drawing, sculpture, and painting. Matt’s drawings take shape through layered mulberry paper, homemade rice glue, and marks influenced by Chinese calligraphy. Known for his delicate use of materials and intuitive approach to mark-making, he shares insights into his process, inspirations, and the ways his work explores form, space, and texture.We chat about: 🎨 His journey as an artist and how he developed his distinctive aesthetic ✍️ How drawing remains a fundamental part of his practice. 🔨 His approach to materials—why he chooses certain textures, forms, and processes. 🏡 The role of environment and studio space in shaping his work.📸 Instagram: @mattbromhead 🌐 Website: www.mattbromhead.com
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Episode 214 - Oliver Abbott
Send us a textArt Wank Podcast – Oliver Abbott Welcome back to Art Wank! In this episode, we chat with Sydney-based artist Oliver Abbott, whose latest exhibition, Mine, is currently showing at Dominik Mersch Gallery.Oliver’s practice explores memory and its distortions, using digital world-building tools to reconstruct remembered spaces. His background in filmmaking, animation, and architecture feeds into his work, blending virtual environments with painting to create speculative spaces that sit between reality and imagination.We discuss: 🎨 How Oliver’s memories of lived spaces inform his work 🖥️ The role of digital tools in his creative process 🏛️ His transition from filmmaking to painting 🖼️ The themes behind his Mine exhibition 👀 What’s next for his practiceOliver’s work is a fascinating exploration of how we remember and reimagine spaces, and we loved hearing about his unique process.Where to find Oliver’s work: 👉 Dominik Mersch Gallery 👉 Oliver’s website
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