Creative Connections
Mandy JakichIn conversation with Aotearoa's visual artists, talking practice, process and creative life.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 209 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArtsCraftsLeisure | |||
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Rolly Munro is a self taught New Zealand wood artist who has been sculpting wood since the early 1980s. His work is held in public and private collections around the world and he has contributed to many publications and symposiums offshore. His sculp... more
Wendy Leach is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Mangawhai Heads, Northland, Aotearoa NZ.
In this chat we unpack her long successful artistic career, from making domestic inspired still life works as a young mother to painting European and New Z... more
Maico Camilo has been a professional contemporary artist for nearly two decades and has made a significant impact on the art scene. His abstracted figurative and abstract paintings are unashamedly neon bright, bold, textured, energetic and unique.
B... more
Andrea Robinson is a painter from Wellington Aotearoa NZ. Her paintings celebrate nature and are made with the intention to touch people's hearts and shine a light on conservation and environmental protection.
From stylised realism to illustration, ... more
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A valuable archive of New Zealand artists and galleries working at this time.
Thanks Mandy for making me comfortable and at ease while interviewing me.
I love listening to every episode and enjoyed being part of it.
Apple Podcasts5Lyndywilson
New Zealand9 months ago - Essential listening
Life as an artist can be a solitary journey. Creative Connections helps us to feel like we are not alone. Inspiring sessions!!!
Apple Podcasts5Sarah, NZNew Zealanda year ago - Inspiring, helpful, smart!
As an artist I love to listen to Mandy bring out all kinds of interesting thoughts and ideas from a diverse range of New Zealand artists (disclosure: myself included, but have been a fan from way back). If you are in your studio working, or you are just interested in art and art-making, this is a lively, inspiring and engaging podcast that keeps you company like the best sort of friend :)
Apple Podcasts5Lucy e NzNew Zealanda year ago - Encouraging & inspiring
I love hearing the many and varied stories of how artists develop and grow. A real encouragement to be yourself and a wonderful window into so many different parts of the art world. A favourite podcast I keep returning to. Thank you Mandy!
Apple Podcasts5Nicola WarnerNew Zealand2 years ago - What a resource!
A great resource and archive of artists living and working in New Zealand.
Apple Podcasts5JenniedegrootNew Zealand2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #159 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #249 |  Australia/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #21 | New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #60 |  India/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #249 | New Zealand/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Brazil/Arts/Visual Arts |
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What is Creative Connections about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thoughtful interview series centered on visual artists from Aotearoa, exploring practice, process, and life in the studio. Episodes frequently cover topics like artistic discipline, mastering craft across media (painting, sculpture, glass, printmaking, and tattooing), navigating gallery systems and arts economies, and balancing creative work with teaching, family, and community engagements. A standout aspect is the focus on resilient, long-form studio practice and the genuine, mentor-like conversations that surface practical tips for making, promoting, and sustaining art careers in New Zealand. Listeners can expect intimate portraits of artists' journeys, technical insights, and real-world guidance on commissions, residencies, and exhibit... more
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Recent guests on Creative Connections include:
1. Rolly Munro
2. Wendy Leach
3. Maico Camilo
4. Nicole Russell
5. Tallulah Nunez
6. Kylie King-Hazel
7. Tracey Coakley
8. Lynne Sandri
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