Creative Connections
Mandy JakichIn conversation with Aotearoa's visual artists, talking practice, process and creative life.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 204 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureCraftsArtsVisual Arts | |||
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Tallulah Nunez was born in Wellington and raised in the Hawkes Bay. She is a painter currently based in the remote Gascoyne region of Western Australia, with a strong creative connection to New Zealand. Her practice is grounded in place — exploring t... more
Kylie King-Hazel is a portrait painter living in Pōneke Wellington.
www.instagram.com/kyliekinghazel/
Kylie's practice inhabits the space of a soliloquy - an internal dialogue shaped by uncomfortable questions and self-reflection. It begin... more
Tracey Coakley is a narrative oil painter working primarily in figurative painting and portraiture. Born in Melbourne, Australia, Tracey has lived in New Zealand since 2007 and now works from her studio in Waipu, Northland.
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Lynne Sandri is a contemporary artist and a curious idealist living in Seatoun in Wellington.
With a career spanning over 25 years as a full time artist Lynne has had over 100 exhibitions and numerous artist residencies, she has built studios and o... 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 Zealand4 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 Zealand8 months 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 Zealand10 months 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 Zealanda year 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 | #89 |  Australia/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #22 | New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  China/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #175 |  India/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #237 |  Finland/Arts/Visual Arts |
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What is Creative Connections about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thoughtful interview series spotlighting Aotearoa's visual artists, exploring practice, process, and creative life. Episodes regularly center on painting, portraiture, sculpture, glass, and gallery dynamics, with guests ranging from independent artists to gallery owners and curators. The host guides conversations through studio practice, career pivots, collaboration, and themes like cultural responsibility, place, memory, and community support. Unique strengths include long-form, intimate storytelling and practical insights about making a living as an artist in New Zealand, plus clear emphasis on process, mentorship, and the art ecosystem.
Listeners likely appreciate deep-dive conversations that balance technical detail with personal sto... more
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Recent guests on Creative Connections include:
1. Tallulah Nunez
2. Kylie King-Hazel
3. Tracey Coakley
4. Lynne Sandri
5. Jo Tricker
6. Rosanne Croucher
7. Katie Robinson
8. Janet Mazenier
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