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Ep.149 Dr. Jasmine Pradissitto - Ministry of Arts Podcast Oct 25, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dr. Jasmine Pradissitto (@jasmine_pradissitto)

Pradissitto was born in Taunton, Somerset, to an Italian father and a French mother. She would travel to Italy in the summer as a child and has said she sees Italy as her spiritual home. She has said her interest in art started with copying from nature picture books and encyclopaedias, before she took an interest in comic books and graphic novels.

Pradissitto obtained a PhD from University College London on the quantum behaviour of silicon in fibre optics in 1996. Whilst at UCL, she simultaneously studied a foundation degree in fine art at Goldsmiths College, taking classes during evenings. She subsequently completed a BA in fine art at the Sir John Cass School of Art, Architecture and Design in 2006, where she undertook two years of printmaking.

Influences for her work include the worlds of science and art, ancient Greek mythology, mythopoetry, technology and the Anthropocene world. Pradissitto has said how her son suffering an asthma attack in 2016 also served as an inspiration for her artwork and its focus on clean air and more sustainable ways of living.

For more information on the work of Jasmine Pradissitto go to https://www.pradissitto.com/

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Ep.148 Curators of The Factory Project - Ministry of Arts Podcast Oct 18, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Three curators from Thorp Stavri’sThe Factory Project (@thorpstavri) 1. Rosalind Davis (@rosalindnldavis) 2. Fiona & Anna of Recreational Grounds (@recreationalgrounds) 3. Pacheanne (@pacheanneanderson) The Factory Project is one of the largest curated events during London's Frieze week and will be held at the Thameside Industrial Estate, from 9 - 22 October 2021. Free Tickets Transforming an out of use Factory in the Thameside Industrial Estate, The Factory Project is an independent museum-scale exhibition, showcasing the work of 10 curatorial partners and over 110 artists. Conceived by curators Eric Thorp and Nicholas Stavri, The Factory Project has been initiated to support emerging to mid-career artists and curators. It is presented as a multi-disciplinary survey project that showcases 10 unique exhibitions within the larger factory site. For more information on the work of Thorp Stavri go to https://www.thorpstavri.co.uk For more information on the *Factory Project go to https://www.insidethefactoryproject.com To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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Ep.147 LUAP- Ministry of Arts Podcast Oct 14, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to LUAP (@luap) Paul Robinson, known professionally as LUAP is a British contemporary artist. A skilled fine artist who dynamically fuses painting and photography, Paul Robinson aka LUAP, born in Grimsby in 1982, is fast gaining critical recognition and a celebrity following for his exciting work. His most iconic series depicts a pink teddy bear come-to-life and placed in the real world acting as a metaphor for discovery and exploration. The costumed figure – a striking motif in his work – exists between reality and make-believe, youthful innocence and corruption, leading a lifestyle that looks simultaneously enviable and questionable. For more information on the work of LUAP go to http://www.luapstudios.co.uk/ To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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Ep.146 Mark Beattie - Ministry of Arts Podcast Oct 13, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mark Beattie (@markbeattie_art)

Mark Beattie MRSS is a British award-winning sculptor who has had a remarkable career so far winning the Midlands Open and the Xerxes Sculpture Prize in 2015. In the same year he was elected to the Royal Society of Sculptors (MRSS). In 2017 Mark was shortlisted for the Open Contemporary Young Artist Award run by The Biscuit Factory gallery in Newcastle, shortlisted for the international Rise Art Prize and long-listed for The Secret Art Prize by Curious Duke Gallery in London.

Mark creates abstract sculptures using various metals and ranging in size from miniature to monumental. Each sculpture is unique and finished in a way that is sensitive to the material. He has developed a signature style through which his sculptures contain movement and fluidity. Mark has recently started using neon which works in harmony with his metalwork and has added a sense of energy to his practice.

From 13-17 October 2021 Mark is showing at the START Art Fair at The Saatchi Gallery, London.

For more information on the work of Mark Beattie go to https://www.markbeattie.co.uk/

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Ep.145 Thorp Stavri - Ministry of Arts Podcast Oct 05, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Thorp Stavri (@thorpstavri)

Thorp Stavri is a London based curatorial platform committed to developing and supporting artist’s practices through exhibitions, collaboration, talks and workshops. It is composed of curators Eric Thorp and Nicholas Stavri.

Thorp Stavri support early career talent and contemporary art in non-traditional but accessible spaces, through the presentation of large scale exhibitions, the programming of satellite events and a regular arts podcast.

Their projects bridge the gaps between emerging artists and the communities in which they live and work – providing a platform to creatives from all backgrounds while simultaneously engaging with diverse audiences. An integral part of their curatorial vision is the ambition to amplify underrepresented voices within the art world and offer the opportunity to exhibit new work without the constraints of commercial bias.

*The Factory Project is one of the largest curated events during London's Frieze week and will be held at the Thameside Industrial Estate, from 9 - 22 October 2021. Free Tickets

Transforming an out of use Factory in the Thameside Industrial Estate, The Factory Project is an independent museum-scale exhibition, showcasing the work of 10 curatorial partners and over 110 artists.

Conceived by curators Eric Thorp and Nicholas Stavri, The Factory Project has been initiated to support emerging to mid-career artists and curators. It is presented as a multi-disciplinary survey project that showcases 10 unique exhibitions within the larger factory site.

For more information on the work of Thorp Stavri go to

https://www.thorpstavri.co.uk

For more information on the *Factory Project go to

https://www.insidethefactoryproject.com

To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts

For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org

Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com

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Ep.144 Madeleine Kessler - Ministry of Arts Podcast Sep 28, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Madeleine Kessler (@maddie_kessler_)

Trained as an architect and engineer, Madeleine is a RIBA chartered architect with over a decade of practice experience working on cultural, civic and masterplanning projects. She enjoys working with complex urban sites, placing community, craft and placemaking at the heart of design. Madeleine is co-curator of the British Pavilion at the 17th International Venice Architecture Biennale, where she is exploring privatised public space across the UK, proposing strategies for more inclusive ownership, access and use.

For more information on the work of Madeleine Kessler go to https://www.madeleinekessler.com/

Special thanks to T.Burns Arts for making this podcast happen https://www.tburnsarts.com/

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Ep.143 Stevie (Bonus Episode) - Ministry of Arts Podcast Sep 23, 2021

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This is a follow-up episode after Stevie (@StevieByTheSea) contacted The Ministry of arts asking if she could add something that had been on her mind since the previous recording. ATTENTION: In this episode, Stevie discusses sexual assault, Rape and psychosis trauma, so listener discretion is advised. In 2017 Stevie was hospitalised due to experiencing psychosis (a symptom of undiagnosed and untreated bipolar disorder) and when she came out of psychiatric care she was felt lost: That's until she found crochet which lead her to experiment with arts and crafts. Ever since she’s devoted her time to creative pursuits and it had changed her life for the best - now her days are spent designing, crocheting, painting, writing, learning new crafts... The list goes on! For more information on the work of Stevie Georgina go to https://www.instagram.com/steviebythesea/ To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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Ep.142 Stevie Georgina - Ministry of Arts Podcast Sep 20, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Stevie Georgina (@StevieByTheSea) In 2017 Stevie was hospitalised due to experiencing psychosis (a symptom of undiagnosed and untreated bipolar disorder) and when she came out of psychiatric care she was felt lost: That's until she found crochet which lead her to experiment with arts and crafts. Ever since she’s devoted her time to creative pursuits and it had changed her life for the best - now her days are spent designing, crocheting, painting, writing, learning new crafts... The list goes on! For more information on the work of Stevie Georgina go to https://www.instagram.com/steviebythesea To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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Ep.141 Anthony Garratt - Ministry of Arts Podcast Sep 14, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Anthony Garratt (@_anthony_garratt_) Anthony Garratt's work is concerned with the weather, an experience and impact of a landscape. His research time is spent in heavy weather, in remote locations and places that have an emotional impact. AG: “The more I paint, the more I realise that we are at the mercy of the landscape and elements. This is very appealing to me. In a world where we are obsessed with ownership and control, it is humbling and important that we are reminded to respect the weather, sea, hills and landscape on which we rely". “Britain provides us with weather which makes us feel vulnerable. For me that is what makes it such an exciting place to paint. The sky changes continuously – one can visit a place a hundred times and each time have a different experience.” For more information on the work of Anthony Garratt go to https://www.agarratt.com/ To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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Ep.140 Emily Ramsay - Ministry of Arts Podcast Sep 10, 2021

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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Emily Ramsay (@closer2urdreams) The View Magazine’s Photo London Exhibition, Someone’s Daughter, consists of world renowned photographers to capture portraits of former prisoners, and placing them alongside professional women working within the Criminal Justice space. Emily Ramsay has a lived experience of the Criminal Justice System and has recently started working for the View Magazine. She also features in, not one, but two portraits within the Someone’s Daughter Exhibition. (Cover image @craigeaston) For more information on The View Magazine’s Photo London Exhibition, Someone’s Daughter go to https://theviewmag.org.uk/ To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts For full line up of confirmed artists go to https://www.ministryofarts.org Email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com Social Media: @ministryofartsorg

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