The Creative Kind

In this episode, we explore the theme of experimenting and how it shows up across different art practices and life stages. Featuring returning guests Laura Brinin, Robyn Rich, Jenni Stringleman, Kate Owen, Ashley Longshore, and Salma Price-Nell, we look at the many ways artists approach play, curiosity, and taking creative risks.Across these conversations, we discuss what experimentation looks like in practical terms, from changing mediums and revisiting older works, to navigating the tension between intuition, commercial pressures, and personal capacity. The artists share how factors such as parenting, time limitations, and energy levels affect their willingness to take risks, and how small acts of play can keep a long or complex project moving.We also cover the importance of staying connected to a sense of discovery, even in established practices. Whether it’s exploring film, returning to ceramics, testing new colour palettes, or seeking moments of flow, each guest offers insight into how experimentation supports growth, confidence, and momentum.Find Laura Brinin at Side Gallery, website here and their instagram here:Find Robyn Rich's website here and on instagram hereFind Jenni Stringleman's website here and her newsletter here Find Kate Owen's website here and on instagram hereFind Ashley Lonshore's website here and on instagram hereFind Salma Price-Nell's website here and on instagram hereYou can find the podcast on instagram hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the showIf you've got a question you'd like me to explore- you can ask it here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Hilde Lynn Helphenstein, the mind behind Jerry Gogosian, about the current state of the art market and the realities artists are facing right now. We discuss the recent market correction, how quickly prices can rise and fall, and what that means for artists whose work becomes tied to hype cycles. Hilde talks openly about dramatic price fluctuations, pricing as an emerging artist and why artists should build lives that support their practice, not the other way around.We also cover Hilde's thoughts on the unexpected careers people can discover when they step outside the art world, and the false pressure to measure success solely through big-name galleries or institutions. Hilde shares what she would do if she were an emerging artist starting out in 2026, from keeping living costs low to prioritising making the work itself.Resources & LinksYou can find Hilde’s substack here, website here and on instagram as Jerry Gogosian hereYou can find the podcast instagram hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the showMentioned in the show:Magnus ReschDavid Sedaris If you've got a question you'd like me to explore- you can ask it here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Creative Kind, I’m joined by New York-based mixed media artist Ashley Longshore. Known for her larger-than-life personality and equally bold pop-infused paintings, Ashley’s work collides Hollywood glamour, consumerism, and cultural icons.Ashley discusses her defiance of the traditional art world by building her own company to avoid the standard 50% gallery cut, stating that this move was driven by her business-minded approach rather than confidence. The conversation delves into her journey of marketing and selling her art independently, using creative strategies that bypass conventional gallery systems. Ashley emphasizes the importance of grit, resilience, and a strong inner monologue, sharing her experiences of starting out with minimal resources and networking creatively to sell her work. She highlights the role of self-love, authenticity, and the necessity of learning to discuss money openly as an artist. Additionally, Longshore touches upon her charitable efforts, such as the Ashley Longshore Charitable Trust, which supports young artists. Find Ashley here on her website or here on instagramYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I’m talking to Melbourne based miniatures artist Robyn Rich, whose work captures intimate, tiny worlds in reused and recycled objects. We talk about what it’s like to create art while living with chronic illness, and how limitations have shaped both her practice and her perspective.Robyn shares how art became a way to find her voice, to connect with others, and to make sense of her own experiences. We discuss the emotional power of small objects, the beauty of creating in a contained space, and the ways she’s built community through projects, Instagram, and her own miniature gallery.We also explore resilience, the lessons that come from rejection and illness, and how she navigates the tension between pushing herself creatively and taking care of her health. Robyn talks candidly about the challenges of sharing her work, asking for help, and finding ways to stay connected while honouring her own limits.You can Robyn’s website here and on instagram hereYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Jenni Stringleman and Frank Gordon to talk about painting, illness, and the practical realities that shape an artist’s work. Jenni shares how her ovarian cancer was discovered, and how it’s changed the pace and priorities of her studio life.Jenni chatted about how that experience changed her priorities: she moved quickly to paint what she wanted to paint, reduced studio output at times because of physical limitations, and now chooses projects with more personal meaning.We discussed some of the coping strategies, everyday rituals and practical support that helped Jenni through this time and the complicated path of finding her new normal.You can find Jenni here and her newsletter here and her earlier interview episode here:You can find Frank Gordon here, and my previous episode with him here:You can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.