Art Affairs

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Camilla d'Errico. We discuss how she got her start in the comics industry, how she made the shift into the fine art community, her upcoming solo show at Corey Helford Gallery , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Joshua Dysart , Ayden Gallery , Tara McPherson , The Cotton Candy Machine , James Jean , Range Murata , Katsuya Terada...

We discuss her early career creating comics in Japan, how she transitioned to focus on her fine art career, creating paintings for gallery shows in the U.S., an exciting new tarot-themed series she's going to be starting on this year, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Merry Karnowski , Aiko Nakagawa , Roq la Rue , Gallery Nucleus , Kid Robot , DSTLRY , Faith No More , Melvins ,...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Martin Wittfooth. We discuss his experience growing up in Finland, the allegorical nature of his work and the stories he's interested in telling, the evolution of his work in the last year and the huge shift in theme his latest show introduced, and a whole lot more. Also mentioned in this episode: La Luz de Jesus , Mark Ryden , Joe Sorren , Copro...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Alvaro Naddeo. We discuss his experience growing up in Brazil with father who worked as a professional illustrator, his 25+ years of experience working in commercial advertising and how he re-discovered his love of making art, what he has coming up this year (as well as his next big solo show in 2024), and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist duo Giorgiko. We discuss how Darren and Trisha transitioned from working independently to creating art together, the rich world of childlike characters they've been building over the years, their new solo show curated by Thinkspace at Woaw Gallery in Hong Kong, and whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Giant Robot , Eric Nakamura , Ojiri...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Nicomi Nix Turner. We discuss the early part of her career working on Emily the Strange , the incredible use of symbolism in her art, her recent period of creative exploration and experimentation, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Modern Eden , A Perfect Circle , Bloodmilk , and Christian Rex van Minnen . Follow Nicomi: Website...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Drew Merritt. We discuss his upbringing in rural New Mexico and how he first got excited about graffiti, how he transitioned from painting commissioned works to developing his own personal studio practice, what he has coming up in 2023, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Richard Oliver , Known Gallery , Seventh Letter , Michael...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Matthew Grabelsky. We discuss the super diverse education he's received (including his degree in Astrophysics!), what significance the animal heads of his characters have to him, his new solo show with Thinkspace , and a whole lot more! Come ride with us on the L train; we're leaving the station. Also mentioned in this episode: Ken Flewellyn , LC...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Brandi Milne. We discuss her early life growing up in Anaheim, the presence of some really heavy themes under the lighthearted whimsical surface of her work, her new solo show at Corey Helford Gallery , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Cannibal Flower , Gallery1988 , Adam Jones , Korin Faught , Baby Tattoo Books , Miss Mindy ,...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Brian M. Viveros. We discuss how he first had his creative awakening and transitioned into a fine art career, the army of powerful, heroic women that populate his DirtyLand, his upcoming solo show at Thinkspace , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: LC , Merry Karnowsky , Copro Gallery , Audrey Kawasaki , Maxx242 , and Dan Quintan...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Syd Bee. We discuss balancing her art practice with her day job work painting statues, the dreamy themes present throughout her portfolio, her use of hand-built miniature sets for reference, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Casey Weldon , Roq la Rue , Outré Gallery , The People's Print Shop , and Mary Iverson . Follow Syd: Web...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with artist Teagan White. We discuss how they transitioned from commercial advertising into a more fulfilling career in fine art and illustration, their increased focus on the disharmony between humans and the natural world and the damage our species has done, how they balance working on their personal practice with working on illustrated children's books, an...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, street artist, Cryptik. We discuss how he transitioned from graphic design to street art and his own artistic practice, his strong desire to convey a sense of peace and serenity through his work, the inspiration for the incredible letter forms he creates, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Chaz Bojórquez Follow Cryptik: Website: crypt...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Alessandra Maria. We discuss her unique use of charcoal and gold leaf, the way that she develops her compositions in terms of patterns instead of light, her upcoming solo show at Galerie Fledermaus , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Kenichi Hoshine , Supersonic Art , Spoke Art , Roq la Rue , Arcadia Contemporary , Benjamin L...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Lily Seika Jones. We discuss how she first started showing her work, a few years out of college, her love of storytelling and folklore, an exciting new graphic novel project she's working on(!), and a whole lot more. Join us as we explore the marsh, on Art Affairs 61! Also mentioned in this episode: Nucleus Portland , Amy Earles , Light Grey Art...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with gallerist, curator, and owner of Roq la Rue, Kirsten Anderson. We discuss how Roq la Rue first got started, the emotional rollercoaster that her and Roq have been through over the last few years (that included her closing down and re-opening the gallery), Roq's recent move to a new location, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Mark Ryde...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Andy Kehoe. We discuss how he first got started creating gallery work, the incredibly unique resin layering process he developed, getting started on Patreon , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Ben Kehoe , Jonathan LeVine , Thinkspace , Roq la Rue , Evan B. Harris , Loish , Outré Gallery , Aron Wiesenfeld , and Kilian Eng . Fo...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Casey Weldon. We discuss how he first started showing his art in Las Vegas, his unique use of color and symbolism, his new show at Thinkspace , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Mike Egan , Alex Garant , Amy Sol , Spoke Art , Roq la Rue , Antler Gallery , Syd Bee , Kirsten Anderson , Kari-lise Alexander , and Redd Walitzki ....

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Yoskay Yamamoto. We discuss his early years growing up in a small coastal city in Japan, his transition from graphic design into fine art, the super busy year he has ahead of him, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Giant Robot , David Flores , Sam Flores , Joe Shea , Erik Otto , David Choong Lee , Pow! Wow! , Jasper Wong , Tat...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Victoria Cassinova. We discuss the harrowing injury that left her bedridden for months, but that also ignited her passion for her own artistic practice, the various social justice projects she's worked on over the years, her upcoming solo show at Thinkspace , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Alessio Bolzoni , Branded Arts ,...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Martine Johanna. We discuss her early work in the fashion industry, how she developed her artistic voice, her upcoming solo show at KOCHxBOS , and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Spoke Art , Zach Tutor , Massey Klein Gallery , The Jaunt , The People's Print Shop , and Robin Francesca Williams . Follow Martine: Website: martinej...

On this episode of Art Affairs, Andrew Hosner of Thinkspace returns for a special 2021 year-end wrap-up. We talk about the launch of the new gallery space, some of the notable shows and events Thinkspace hosted over the last year, what they have coming up for 2022, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Halopigg , Cody Jimenez , Spoke Art , Dulk , Antler Gallery , Pow! Wow! Worldwid...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Mike Sutfin. We discuss Mike's early years playing in hardcore punk bands, the sci-fi commercial illustration work he's done, joining THE VACVVM , and a whole lot more. Battle on with Art Affairs 53! Also mentioned in this episode: Vanessa Foley , Andrew Schoultz , Mark Nelson , Mark McCoy , Tony DiTerlizzi , Aaron Horkey , Dan Black , Mitch Put...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, artist, Oscar Ukonu. We discuss how he first got started showing his work, while still in college, his attraction to ballpoint pen as a medium, how he takes a piece from concept to final drawing, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Arinze Stanley , Ken Nwadiogbu , Kelvin Okafor , Omenka Gallery , and Patrick Onyekwere . Follow Oscar: W...

On this episode of Art Affairs, i talk with, curator, creative director of Mondo , and co-founder of THE VACVVM , Mitch Putnam. We discuss how he started his first business while still in college, how he first got hooked up with Mondo, the creation and evolution of THE VACVVM, what he's been up to lately, and a whole lot more! Also mentioned in this episode: Ken Taylor , Chris Jalufka , Rob Jones...