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A brush with..., sponsored by Bloomberg Connects, is a podcast by The Art Newspaper that features in-depth conversations with leading international artists. Host Ben Luke asks the questions you've always wanted to: who are the artists, historical and contemporary, they most admire? Which are the museums they return to? What are the books, music and other media that most inspire them? What do they ... more

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Pio Abad talks to Ben Luke about his influences—from writers to musicians, and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. Abad explores objects and images that have personal resonance and political pote... more

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Anne Imhof talks to Ben Luke about her influences—from writers to musicians, and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped her life and work. Imhof, who was born in 1978 in Giessen in Germany, is primarily known for her ... more

Caragh Thuring talks to Ben Luke about her influences—from writers to musicians, and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped her life and work. Thuring, who was born in Brussels in 1972 and has lived in the UK since 19... more

In this first episode of the new series, Lisa Yuskavage talks to Ben Luke about her influences—from writers to musicians, film-makers and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped her life and work. Yuskavage, was born i... more

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Recent Guests

Pio Abad
Artist
Artist
Episode: A brush with... Pio Abad
Anne Imhof
Artist known for epic durational performances with diverse collectives
Artist
Episode: A brush with... Anne Imhof
Caragh Thuring
Painter featured on the episode
Artist, represented by Thomas Dane Gallery
Episode: A brush with... Caragh Thuring
Andrew Cranston
Painter
Artist, Scottish painter
Episode: A brush with... Andrew Cranston
Sanya Kantarovsky
Painter; discussed for the Venice show and broad practice
Artist
Episode: A brush with… Sanya Kantarovsky
Hurvin Anderson
Painter whose practice blends memory, diaspora, and photographic collage
artist
Episode: A brush with... Hurvin Anderson
Lorna Simpson
Artist featured in the episode
Artist, interviewee
Episode: A brush with... Lorna Simpson
Yan Vo
Vietnamese-born artist known for recontextualizing historical objects and images in installations
Artist, based in Germany/Mexico City
Episode: A brush with... Danh Vo
Veronica Ryan
An artist who explores personal, collective, and historical memory through diverse sculptural materials.
Independent Artist
Episode: A brush with... Veronica Ryan

Host

Ben Luke
Host of the show, guiding interviews and introducing guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 565 ratings
  • Positive and detailed interviews.

    I highly recommend these informative, insightful and detailed explorations into the creative process’ of extraordinary artists of our time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rowanhullart
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • A Brush With

    As I sit doing the mundane prep for works I love to hear of others creative influences. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizzielistens
    Australia9 months ago
  • mind-opened conversations

    Very interesting review of contemporary arts by engaging artists to share individuality-based approach to creating work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    circartian
    United States10 months ago
  • Fascinating

    Reasuringly constant ; revealing the underbelly of contempory intimate artistique motivation. Radiophonies voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dettie Flynn
    Francea year ago
  • Celia Paul

    Love the podcast, but the last one is probably the weakest of all of the episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Putthecoconutdownnow
    Francea year ago

Listeners Say

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Thoughtful, in-depth interviews that pull out process and influences.
The host conducts interviews with calm, well-researched precision that lets artists lead.
Listeners praise the quality of questions and depth of conversation.
Fans often want more episodes featuring emerging artists to broaden coverage.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#27
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#3
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#110
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#129
United Kingdom/Arts
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#8
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

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A brush with... Pio Abad
Q: Which contemporary artist do you most admire?
I greatly admire Felix Gonzalez-Torres for his radical approach to minimalism and political meaning, and I appreciate how his work circulates ideas of generosity and political critique, such as the Candy Works and Stacks and his impact on institutional dialogue.
A brush with... Pio Abad
Q: Who was the first artist whose work you loved?
The first artist who allowed me to imagine being an artist was my aunt Pacita, but the first artist I fell in love with in terms of developing my own practice was Egon Schiele, whose drawing of intertwined hands captivated me and connected to my early love of drawing.
A brush with... Caragh Thuring
Q: Which contemporary artists do you admire today, and how do they influence your practice?
She cites figures like Vija Celmins, René Daniëls, and Ed Ruscha, highlighting a respect for risk, craft, and the stubborn persistence of making as a guiding force.
A brush with... Caragh Thuring
Q: Do you think of your painting as a space for the viewer to enter, or is it more about delivering a legible narrative?
Thuring argues for a viewer-entrance oriented approach, emphasizing openness, ambiguity, and the potential for multiple readings rather than a single, didactic story.
A brush with... Caragh Thuring
Q: Can you tell me how structured the lexicon of forms or signs that you're using is when you're in that moment?
She explains that the motifs have evolved over time and that there is a balance between a ready-made vocabulary and intuitive emergence, with forms growing through ongoing practice rather than a fixed, prescriptive system.

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A Brush With... features in-depth conversations with leading international artists, exploring how memory, place, and personal history shape practice. Episodes commonly thread together studio rituals, influences from art history, and the materials artists choose, with guests ranging from painters to sculptors and photographers. The host's thoughtful, research-rich questioning often reveals how exhibitions, collaboration, and cultural context inform their work. A notable aspect is the consistent integration of Bloomberg Connects sponsorship, which sometimes frames discussions around museums and public programming. Potential listeners—artists, curators, and arts enthusiasts—will find practical insights into process, sources of inspiration, and... more

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2. Anne Imhof
3. Caragh Thuring
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6. Hurvin Anderson
7. Lorna Simpson
8. Yan Vo

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