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The Art Newspaper
Art
Conceptual Art
Colonialism
Art and Social Function
Sutapa Biswas
Societal Issues
Participatory Art
Environmental Issues
Cognitive Transformation
Community Engagement
Alex Katz
Kapwani Kiwanga
Textiles
Venice Biennale
Race
Cybernetics
Urs Fischer
Abstract Painting
Michael Raedecker
Michaël Borremans

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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Catherine Opie 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. Over more than three decades, Opie, who was born in 1961 in Sa... more

Louis Fratino talks to Ben Luke about his influences—from writers to musicians, film-makers and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. Fratino was born in 1993 in Annapolis, Maryland, US, and lives ... more

Olafur Eliasson talks to Ben Luke about his influences—from writers to musicians, film-makers and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. Eliasson was born in 1967 in Copenhagen and grew up between D... more

Luc Tuymans talks to Ben Luke about his influences—from writers to musicians, film-makers and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. 

Tuymans, who was born in 1958 in Mortsel, Belgium, and lives an... more

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Catherine Opie
Prominent photographer known for her works exploring identity and community, especially within LGBTQ+ contexts.
Episode: A brush with... Catherine Opie
Kader Attia
Contemporary artist known for exploring themes of repair and colonialism through various mediums.
Episode: A brush with… Kader Attia
Suzanne Jackson
An artist who has worked across drawing, painting, poetry, dance, and theatre, exploring the connection between people and the natural world.
Episode: A brush with... Suzanne Jackson
Wolfgang Tillmans
Acclaimed photographer and artist known for his innovative approaches in photography and art installations.
Episode: A brush with… Wolfgang Tillmans
Jeffrey Gibson
Acclaimed visual artist known for his vibrant works that incorporate Indigenous culture and contemporary themes.
Episode: A brush with… Jeffrey Gibson
Teresita Fernández
Prominent contemporary artist known for her work exploring landscape and materiality.
Episode: A brush with… Teresita Fernández
Tai Shani
An artist known for her multifaceted works including sculpture and installation, often exploring themes of feminism and social justice.
Episode: A brush with... Tai Shani
Hew Locke
An artist known for exploring themes of nationhood and identity through diverse mediums.
Episode: A brush with... Hew Locke
Rudolf Stingel
Contemporary painter known for his innovative use of materials and environments in art.
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Ben Luke
Host of conversations with artists, exploring their influences, practices, and the broader context of their work.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 541 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 Kingdoma month 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
    Australia4 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 States6 months ago
  • Fascinating

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dettie Flynn
    France10 months 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

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An essential resource for anyone interested in contemporary art.
The host excels at fostering open and thoughtful dialogue with guests.
Unmatched depth in exploring the motivations and backgrounds of artists.
Consistently insightful and engaging conversations with artists.
Listeners appreciate the integration of diverse voices in the art world.

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#3
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#77
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A brush with... Louis Fratino
Q: Can you explain a bit more about that?
He feels strongly about living intensely, treating experiences as potential for image-making and that details contribute to dynamic compositions.
A brush with... Louis Fratino
Q: Does he set out to create a dialogue between reality and fantasy?
Fratino expresses that memory is a major subject of his work which allows for elements of fantasy to blend with reality, creating exciting image-making opportunities.
A brush with... Catherine Opie
Q: What is art for?
Art serves to help us understand a history of our species and provides a means to express emotions in ways that words often cannot.
A brush with... Catherine Opie
Q: Does she feel that her practice is as much a critique as a celebration of portraiture?
Opie believes there is a celebration within the representation as well as a critique regarding ideas of representation and societal norms.
A brush with... Olafur Eliasson
Q: If you could live with just one work of art, what would it be?
Eliasson contemplates several works, including Edvard Munch's The Scream, recognizing its relevance in today's world.

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Featuring intimate conversations with prominent international artists, the content showcases their influences, daily practices, and deeper insights into the world of contemporary and historical art. Each episode dives into artists' inspirations drawn from various media, including books and music, along with their cherished art spaces and the pivotal works that shaped their careers. As a distinct element, the podcast provides an engaging platform for exploring the nuanced relationships artists maintain with their craft, identity, and the sociopolitical contexts that influence their artistic expressions.

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