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Come along for the ride with curious artists Julie Nicholson, Fiona Verity and host Gary Seller, as they talk about their creative journey. Hear them interviewing artists, curators, gallery owners, teachers and creatives to guide them, and the listeners, within the arts community. Enjoy the banter whilst they navigate through all the Art W**k.

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Lustre is a new temporary exhibition that explores the Allied campaigns in Greece and Crete in 1941 through the works of contemporary artists who walked in their footsteps in 2025.

Lustre Force was the code name for the combined Australian, New Zeal... more

Gary has a chat with artist Julie Nicholson about her show, Nostalgia, opening May 21st at CBD Gallery in Sydney.

Julie has recently exhibited with CBD Gallery at the Aotearoa Art Fair (NZ), and her work has been widely recognised in national award... more

Brett McMahon is a Newcastle-based painter whose work explores the structures and rhythms of the natural and built environment. Represented by Nanda Hobbs, McMahon has built a significant practice spanning painting, drawing and installation.

His wor... more

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Joe Frost is an Australian artist. He was born in Sydney in 1974 and has exhibited consistently since 1999.

His visual thinking evolved in the urban environment and he is, in a sense, a local painter. Sydney’s remnant industrial ar... more

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Brad Manera
Senior historian and curator of the Anzac Memorial
Anzac Memorial, Sydney
Episode: Episode 254 - Lustre: Artistic Responses to the ANZAC Campaign in Greece and Crete 1941
Amanda Penrose Hart
Artist, plein air painter
Independent artist
Episode: Episode 254 - Lustre: Artistic Responses to the ANZAC Campaign in Greece and Crete 1941
Euan Mcleoud
Artist, participant in Lustre tours
Independent artist
Episode: Episode 254 - Lustre: Artistic Responses to the ANZAC Campaign in Greece and Crete 1941
Alan Daniel Jones
Artist, relative of a Crete campaign participant
Independent artist
Episode: Episode 254 - Lustre: Artistic Responses to the ANZAC Campaign in Greece and Crete 1941
Christopher Allen (Tubby Allen's grandson)
Participant in Lustre trip
Independent artist
Episode: Episode 254 - Lustre: Artistic Responses to the ANZAC Campaign in Greece and Crete 1941
Brett McMahon
Australian painter known for bold, textured works inspired by landscapes and built environments of coastal Australia
Nanda Hobbs (Sydney), Gosford Regional Gallery show
Episode: Episode 252 - Brett Mcmahon: A Poetic Repsonse to Landscape
Joe Frost
Sydney-based artist and teacher, subject of the interview
Independent artist, National Art School (teacher)
Episode: Episode 251 - Joe Frost - Between Stations
Sally Anderson
Australian contemporary painter
Sally Anderson Studio/N Smith Gallery
Episode: Episode 250 - Painting, motherhood and the poetry of everyday observation with Sally Lee Andersen
Nikky Morgan Smith
Artist whose work investigates body, memory, gesture, and energy
Episode: Episode 249 - Nikky Morgan Smith

Hosts

Julie Nicholson
Host of Art Wank; practicing artist and interviewer
Fiona Verity
Co-host; practicing artist and interviewer
Gary Seller
Host; provides structure and moderation

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • I love it but bring back the old style

    I am a long time listener to the show and I do love it (hence the 5 stars) but I do miss the more gritty vibe of the early days - Gary is just too professional! (Sorry Gary) it’s like I’m listening to the radio - which is it’s own thing I guess but I prefer the more laid back chatty style where we got to hear what the hosts had been up to at the start. Also I’ve noticed a lot more male artists featured since he came along which I’m just less interested in in general.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sfgkvdr
    Australiaa year ago
  • 💎💎💎

    I felt disconnected from art for along time while I was going through my own hustle/burnout phase, but I’ve made my way back to my artist roots to create my own niche of work as a brand artist, so I love platforms that support artists, their creativity, their professional goals….creativity is something we all innately have, but sometimes can’t recognize. Hearing authentic stories from so many different types of creatives is so inspiring!

    @empowerwithem

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Congratulations on 200

    Well done Fiona and Julie and Gary! I love your podcast - it is an essential tool in my studio - I listen when I'm stuck or need inspiration, I listen to and from the studio or school to get in the right productive mood and listen when it's a bit quiet in the studio and I feel like a 'chat' but want to keep working! Keep going!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s.j.m
    Australia2 years ago
  • Insightful and great studio company

    Love this podcast, it’s witty, truthful and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bridget3:2,,
    Australia2 years ago
  • Broad ranging and insightful

    I really enjoy this podcast. I’ve only discovered it properly in last few months. I find I benefit every episode from some gem of advice or insight from the artists they showcase, and I’ve learned more about Sydney-based galleries. Congratulations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanMMF
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the mix of studio detail with broader art-world conversations.
Listeners praise the candid, warm banter and practical artist-focused insights.
Some feedback notes sound quality and pacing improvements could help newer episodes.”

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#179
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#239
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#8
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Apple Podcasts
#160
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#9
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#84
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Talking Points

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Episode 251 - Joe Frost - Between Stations
Q: How does memory influence your painting—do you work from memory, or from external references?
Memory is externalized as pictorial propositions; he paints from memory and uses it to anchor imagery in the Cumberland Plain and Sydney's industrial landscapes, while acknowledging the interplay of verbal prompts and hazy mental images in shaping a painting's form.
Episode 251 - Joe Frost - Between Stations
Q: How long have you been in your current studio and what makes Square One Studios important to your practice?
Joe notes he has been at Square One since 2019, valuing its light and open space, and emphasizing how being surrounded by other artists fosters a shared environment that supports ongoing work.
Episode 249 - Nikky Morgan Smith
Q: How did the MFA change your approach to materials and presentation?
The MFA prompted upgrades in materials, professional photography, larger works, and a more professional presentation, pushing her to expand beyond earlier production methods and to align presentation with concept.
Episode 249 - Nikky Morgan Smith
Q: What motivated you to pursue your MFA after years of working as an artist?
The primary motivations were to better articulate her work in writing, to gain access to teachers and peers, and to push for professional opportunities and spaces that supported a more expansive practice.
Episode 243 - Todd Fuller drawing legend, animator and draughtsman extraordinaire..
Q: What does drawing allow you to do that nothing else does in your art practice?
Drawing is everything; it's how I understand the world and connect with my audience.

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What is Art Wank about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program centers on intimate conversations with artists, curators, gallery owners, and other creatives, often in studio or gallery settings. Episodes highlight artistic practice, process, and career journeys—ranging from painting and sculpture to regional arts initiatives and curatorial projects. Earnest banter between two practicing artists and a host keeps conversations accessible while extracting practical insights on technique, studio habits, exhibitions, and the art-world ecosystem. Noteworthy angles include motherhood and personal narratives shaping art, regional and Indigenous arts contexts, and the role of community and collaboration in sustaining artistic practice. The format regularly blends studio/workshop detail with broader ... more

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Recent guests on Art Wank include:

1. Brad Manera
2. Amanda Penrose Hart
3. Euan Mcleoud
4. Alan Daniel Jones
5. Christopher Allen (Tubby Allen's grandson)
6. Brett McMahon
7. Joe Frost
8. Sally Anderson

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