Stay ConnectedDeconstructive Pop Artist Matt Gondek presents – Clean Break.
An informative podcast dealing with the business of the art world. In each episode Matt talks with different guests who will share the no holds bared truth behind how they advanced their own careers.
Episode 85 - Ben and Kevin of DesignerCon DesignerCon is the annual Art and Toy convention that smashes together collectible toys, customs, plush, designer apparel and much more. Matt talks w/ Ben and Kevin the coordinators of the expo about it's background, what to expect this year, and advice for artists vending at the expo.
IG: @designercon
Allison Bamcat and Kano - Fine Artists.
This week we talk to artists Kano and Allison Bamcat. Kano brings his knowledge of the cartooning and vinyl toy world. Allison discusses her shift from regular job to art career and how to use artwork as a therapeutic practice.
Both artists will be vending at DesignerCon in Anaheim CA in November 22-24th. We discuss what both artists will be displaying.
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Trav - Los Angeles based Fine Artist and Muralist.
Trav grew up writing graffiti, but over time, his work developed a much bigger idea and scope. Now incorporating themes of technology and old signage, he and his partner travel the world producing large scale murals and fine art installations. Trav molded a career on his own terms and we learn how he did it. Recorded during the Outerspace Mural Festival in Atlanta Georgia.IG: @travmsk
Dr. Dax - Visual Artist.
Atlanta's Dr. Dax grew up in a violent world of graffiti and pushing drugs for money. Through hard work and networking, he developed a successful career that spans fine art, murals, music videos and more. Recorded during the Outerspace Mural Festival in Atlanta Georgia.
IG: @dr.dax
Greg Mike - Fine Artist and Creative Director.
Greg Mike is a fine artist, agency owner, gallery owner, and founder of the Outerspace Mural Festival. We touch on each of these during our conversation, learn about his character Larry Loudmouth, and how a skiing accident almost took him out of the art game for good. Recorded at Constellations in Atlanta Georgia during the Outerspace Mural Festival.
IG: @gregmike
ABV Gallery:@abvgallery
ABV Agency: @abvagency
Outerspace Project: @outerspaceproject
Drew Young - Fine Artist and Creative Director.
This week we sit down with Drew Young, Fine Artist and Creative Director from Vancouver, Canada. We talk to Drew about the Vancouver Mural Festival and his roles as an Artistic Director. We also talk about his work, his use of oil and acrylic, and how he keeps things fresh. We also go more in depth about the importance of using new mediums to keep your work interesting.
IG: @drewstuff
The Obanoth - Artist.
The Obanoth, also known as Hannah Webb is a painter currently based in Los Angeles, CA. Her paintings consist of independent shapes, stacked with precision to imply light, texture, and form. We sit down with Hannah and talk about where "The Obanoth" comes from, and her time spent at art school studying animation. We also talk about her social media presence, and her online webstore.
IG: @theobanoth
Dennis Osadebe - Artist.
Dennis Osadebe is a Nigerian mixed-media artist best known for his contemporary vibrant post-pop style. This week on Clean Break we chat with Dennis about the images in his work, and what all the different symbols represent. We also talk about the importance of promoting your work, and how reaching out of your comfort zone is very beneficial. "Field of Dreams" - His first solo exhibition in Los Angeles is now on display at Avenue des Arts through October 12th.
IG: @dennisosadebe
Sprayseemo Mural Festival Artists.
This week on Clean Break Matt sits down with 11 Artists from Sprayseemo Mural Festival 2019.
Artists:
123Klan - Graffiti Crew.
123Klan is a graffiti crew based out of Montreal Canada but originally from France. We speak about their long and incredible career - which spans murals, humongous commercial projects, and their own clothing brand. Just don't call them "Street Artists"! Recorded at the Sprayseemo Mural Festival in Kansas City Missouri.
IG : @123Klan
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