Ministry of Arts Podcast
Gary Mansfield 383 episodes Nov 3, 2026
Ministry of Arts Podcast is an inclusive art podcast hosted by artist and curator Gary Mansfield. Each week he talks with emerging, established and world-renowned artists about their work and creative lives. Past guests include figures such as Maggi Hambling, Mark Wallinger, Gavin Turk, Rankin, Camille Walala and Adam Buxton. Gary's warm, jovial Cockney delivery aims to make the art world feel open and accessible to everyone.
Episodes
REWEIND - Ep.88 Richard Wilson RA - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND - From October 2020This week Gary Mansfield speaks to one of the world’s most innovative sculptors; Richard Wilson.Richard Wilson is one of Britain’s most renowned sculptors. He is internationally celebrated for his interventions in architectural space which draw heavily for their inspiration from the worlds of engineering and construction.Wilson has exhibited widely nationally and internat
Ep.312 Abdollah Nafisi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Abdollah Nafisi (@Abdollah.Nafisi)Abdollah Nafisi is a sculptor and skilled craftsman whose practice explores the relationship between nature, industry and human connection. His work draws on an interest in Western philosophy and experiences travelling alongside Iranian nomadic communities, informing a belief in the social and relational dimensions of being
Ep.311 Louise Fletcher - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Louise Fletcher (@LouiseFletcher_Art)Louise Fletcher is a UK-based artist whose atmospheric, semi-abstract paintings are inspired by the wild landscapes of North Yorkshire, where she lives and works. Her practice explores the relationship between place, memory and emotion, using expressive colour, texture and intuitive mark-making to create landscapes that
Ep.310 Ryan Stanier/Fair Play Art Fair - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Ryan Stanier, founder of Fair Play Art Fair (@FairPlayArtFair)Ryan Stanier, founder of The Other Art Fair (2011), is about to launch a brand new art fair during Frieze week. Fair Play Art Fair brings around 70 independent artists to One Marylebone for four days this October. Meet the artists, see their work up close and, if something grabs your attention, b
REWIND Ep.218 Peter Morris - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Peter Morris @petermorrisarchitects@kcawlondon Peter Morris is primarily an architect, who has been running his own practice for over a decade. But his other creative work – as an artist, illustrator, model-maker and designer of products and interiors – has always sat alongside his architectural work, and he loves to bring the colour, quirkiness and
Ep.309 GG The Illustrator - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to GG The Illustrator (@ggtheillustrator) GG the Illustrator is a London-based artist whose work celebrates the architecture, people and communities of council estates across the capital. Working across acrylic, watercolour and digital illustration, she creates detailed, colourful images that document everyday life in neighbourhoods often overlooked by th
REWIND Ep.75 Alison Lapper MBE
This week Gary Mansfield speaks to Alison Lapper MBE (@alison_lapper_mbe)Born with no arms and shortened legs, Alison Lapper spent most of her childhood trying to piece together her own identity. Her extraordinary background and passion for creativity has given us one of the county’s most inspirational artists.Alison’s reputation was bolstered when Marc Quinn created his modern day ‘Venus de Milo’
Ep.308 Steeldoor Studios - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Steeldoor Studios (@SteeldoorStudios) Steeldoor Studios is the pseudonym of a self-taught artist whose work has been shaped by a lifetime of institutional experience, including many years spent in prison.Creating primarily in acrylic, ink and pencil, the artist explores themes of identity, confinement, recovery, resilience and personal transformation.T
REWIND Ep.70 Unskilled Worker - Ministry of Arts Podcast
This week Gary Mansfield speaks Helen Downie aka Unskilled Worker (@unskilledworker) Helen is a self-taught artist and has been painting for just seven years, in that short time, she has amassed over 280,000 Instagram followers, under the Moniker Unskilled Worker and has become one of the country’s most sought after painters.Helen wanted her Unskilled Worker to be anonymous, sexless, ag
Ep.307 Andy Aitchison - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Andy Aitchison (@AndyAitchison.uk) Andy Aitchison is a documentary photographer best known for his long-term exploration of the UK prison system. Since first photographing inside HMP Wandsworth in 2004, he has spent more than two decades documenting life behind bars, gaining rare access to prisons across the country. His work moves beyond stereot
Ep.306 Music in the Ville - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Emma Dogliani (@music_in_the_ville) Music in the Ville is a charity that brings professional musicians of all genres into HMP Pentonville to perform and run weekly workshops and monthly open mic sessions on the wings. In a prison where most men spend 22 hours a day locked in cells, Music in the Ville brings light, humanity and connection through weekly
REWIND Ep.65 Rob Munday – Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rob Munday (@mundayspace)Rob Munday is a World renowned Holographic artist, who has produced commissioned portraits of [among many others] HM Queen Elizabeth II, Angelina Jolie and Karl Largerfeld.His Portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II was later used on Jersey’s £100 banknote and postage stamp.His latest series ‘Naturaliaum’ is a set of large-scale in
Ep.305 Louis Wootton-Davies - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Louis Wootton-Davies (@LouisWDavies) Louis Wootton-Davies is an artist whose work is shaped by memory, curiosity and the hidden histories of everyday places. A recurring influence throughout his practice is his father, who owned a scrap car yard and worked hard to provide greater opportunities for his children. Visits to the yard were rare, making thos
REWIND Ep.59 Wilfrid Wood - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode (released: Jan 2020) Gary Mansfield speaks Wilfrid Wood (@WilfridWoodSculptor) When you view any of Wilfrid’s works, a smile is always close by. A prolific drawer from life, Wilfrid invites a sitter to be drawn on a near daily basis. As soon as they cross the studio threshold, they are very definitely entering a new world. His days working on satirical T
Ep.304 O and A Collective - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to the O and A Collective (@OandACollective) O and A collective is a collaboration of UK-based artists Zoe Moss and Jonny Fyvie, two contemporary painters merging two very different styles. Bold graphic acrylic meets photorealistic oil painting. The work exploresa number of themes, within their use of characters from popular culture and juxtaposes w
Ep.303 Tamm Reynolds - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Tamm Reynolds (@MidgitteBardot) Tamm Reynolds is a study in contrasts: grounded, observant, quietly sharp. By day they navigate the ordinary with practiced grace, cataloguing human habits and social theatre; By night they become Midgitte Bardot, their alter ego. Brazen, glittering, unapologetically theatrical. Midgitte turns wit into spectacle, ex
Ep.302 Kellie Miller - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Kellie Miller (@KellieMillerArts) Kellie Miller Arts (KMA) is an artist-owned gallery located in the prestigious, historic heart of the Brighton cultural quarter, a fitting setting for a space sympathetic to the art of storytelling. The gallery houses local, national and international artists, with works that speak of the artistic process, w
Ep.301 Matt Murphy - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Matt Murphy (@MattMurphyArt) Matt Murphy is a professional artist specialising in both watercolours and oils. He is best known for his unique abstract portraits created through a modern, non-traditional approach. With decades of experience, Matt has exhibited in London and across the UK, and his work has been featured in art magazines and podcasts. He
Ep.300 Sara Reeve/Sussex PAotY - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@sarareevedraws) We are very excited to have Sara Reeve to the Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2026 judging panel! As a former runner-up on Sky’s Portrait @artistoftheyear Sara knows exactly what it’s like to be in a live portrait competition.Now, she’s bringing her artistic expertise to @thevenueworthing on 28th March to h
REWIND Ep.51 Maggi Hambling - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield talks to Maggi HamblingMaggi Hambling is a prominent British painter and sculptor known for her expressive, often controversial work. Born in 1945 in Sudbury, Suffolk, she studied at the Ipswich School of Art and later at the Royal College of Art. Hambling’s art spans painting, sculpture and public memorials, frequently exploring themes of death, memory and the sea.O
Ep.299 Calum Hall/Creative Debuts - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Calum Hall of Creative Debuts (@CreativeDebuts) Creative Debuts connect artists with brands, businesses, and art lovers - through art rental, commissions, events, and storytelling that sparks real change. Founded in 2013 by Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree Calum Hall, Creative Debuts exists to make the art world fairer, bolder,
REWIND Ep.38 Martyn Ware - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield talks to sound artist Martyn Ware (@martynware), music producer and founding member of both Human League & Heaven 17. Martyn co-curated ReAnimate, an exhibition of sound spread over several rooms of the National Portrait Gallery where several artists were invited to create sound portraits, as part of the Late Shift Extra events. For The Nationa
Ep.298 Michelle Heron - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Pure Evil (@MichelleHeron.art) Michelle Heron is best known for her evocative paintings of shop-fronts, which capture the quiet character of everyday streets.Working primarily in oil, Heron focuses on independent shops, cafés and small businesses, often depicting them closed, weathered or slightly worn. Her work is less about commerce and more about me
REWIND Ep.31 Katie Piper - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode (recorded: Feb 2019) Gary Mansfield speaks to Katie Piper OBE (@katiepiper_) Katie Piper OBE is popular TV presenter/personality, model, writer, activist and a whole lot more.In 2008 she was horrifically attacked with acid, severely scarring her face and chest; she also lost the sight of her left eye.Katie later founded the Katie Piper Foundation, helping others’
REWIND Ep.30 Emily Malice - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield talks to Emily Malice (@emilymalice)Emily Malice is one of the most sort-after artists in the UK, she is one of the many bold and powerful women that are rebalancing the gender scale of the once heavily male orientated industry.She is famed for her linear style mouth design, smiling or snarling and showing braces fixed to the teeth.As well as selling prints of her de
Ep.297 Catrin Osborne - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Catrin Osborne (@CatrinOsborne) Catrin Osborne is a multidisciplinary artist and photographer whose work explores identity, femininity and the shifting nature of the female body. Known for her intimate portraiture and collaborative approach, Osborne focuses on themes often overlooked in mainstream visual culture, giving voice to women’s lived experienc
Ep.296 James Payne/Great Art Explained - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Payne (@GreatArtExplained) James Payne is a writer, curator and YouTuber, known for demystifying art via his popular YouTube channel Great Art Explained. His newly released book, Great Art Explained: The Stories Behind the World’s Greatest Masterpieces, brings that same clarity to the printed page. It explores 30 iconic works — from Botticelli’s
REWIND Ep.24 Gina Soden - Ministry of Arts Art Podcast
In this rewind episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Gina Soden (REC: 2019).Gina is a photographic artist that enters once grand and regal buildings to capture images of the last remnants of beauty within those decaying walls.Back in the studio, her creative process produces artworks that are far from dark or macabre.She directs your eye, firstly to a strong focal point, then allows it to absorb the re
Ep.295 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) Dave Buonaguidi (aka Real Hackney Dave) is best known for his bold, witty, and thought-provoking screen prints that blend vintage imagery with striking typography.Drawing from his background in advertising, Buonaguidi combines humour, social commentary, and nostalgia to challenge conventional ideas of art and co
REWIND Ep.20 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) - November 2018.Dave Buonaguidi had literally decided to become a screen-printer overnight. He left his job, in advertising on a Friday, went on a one-day screen-printing course at Print Club London on the Saturday and fell in love with the rapid creative process that day.Dave is best known for laying bold text over
Ep.294 Stefdies - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Stefdies (@StefDies) Stefdies is a performance and conceptual artist known for her striking photographic series in which she stages her own “death” in public and private spaces. Her work explores themes of vulnerability, mortality, and absurdity within everyday life.By placing her lifeless body in unexpected environments, she provokes reflection
REWIND Ep.19 Mark Wallinger - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mark Wallinger (recorded: November 2018).Mark Wallinger is known for exploring identity, faith, and politics through diverse media. His Labyrinth (2013) project placed unique labyrinth designs across London’s Underground stations, symbolising journeys and introspection. Earlier, his celebrated sculpture Ecce Homo (1999) depicted a life-sized, vulnera
Ep.293 Rod Kitson - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rod Kitson (@RodKitsonArt) Rod Kitson is an artist known for his expressive portraiture and socially engaged art projects. Kitson’s work often explores themes of identity, community, and mental health.His distinctive style combines bold brushwork with a keen sensitivity to his subjects, capturing emotion and character in equal measure. Kitson gain
REWIND Ep.18 Mat Collishaw - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mat Collishaw (recorded: Nov 2018). Mat Collishaw was a key figure in Damien Hirst's legendary Freeze exhibition, as well as Charles Saatchi's controversial [at the time] Sensations exhibition at the Royal Academy. Mat has used the latest VR technology to recreate William Henry Fox Talbot's 1839 photography exhibition, even including the Ch
Ep.292 Kevin Devonport - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Kevin Devonport (@KevinDevonportFineArt) Kevin Devonport is a self-taught British artist whose journey from prison to international recognition highlights the life-changing power of art. Raised in Leeds, he left school without qualifications and served several prison terms for drug-related offences. During a 13-year sentence, he discovered painti
REWIND Ep.15 Rugman - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rugman (@@rugmanart) Rugman is known for blending street art with fine art influences. His bold work often combines graphic iconography, stencil techniques, and layered textures. Drawing inspiration from pop culture, politics, and global symbolism, he reimagines familiar imagery with a subversive twist. Rugman frequently explores themes of
Ep.291 Helen Starr pt.2/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast
PART 2In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary)Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, and spirituality through immersive art, often using virtual and augmented reality.Helen advocates for inclusivity in the arts, challenging colonial narratives and a
Ep.290 Helen Starr pt.1/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary) Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, and spirituality through immersive art, often using virtual and augmented reality. Helen advocates for inclusivity in the arts, challenging colonial narratives
REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts PodcastIn this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs (@billdaggs)In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs, a multidisciplinary artist who weaves painting, sculpture, installation, text, moving image, performance and sound into poetic explorations of urban rituals, memory and community.Rooted in a background as an MC, his visually
Ep.289 Graeme Messer - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Graeme Messer (@GraemeMesser) Graeme Messer is a London-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans assemblage, photography, text, and performance. Originally from South Africa, he moved to the UK in the 1980s and built a successful early career in theatre, directing works by Shakespeare and Tennessee Williams, and founding the award-winning
REWIND Ep.13 Franko B - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Franko B (@franko_b_artist) Franko B is a performance and multidisciplinary artist known for using his body to explore themes of pain, love, and politics. Active since the 1990s, his provocative work spans performance, installation, video, and painting. Often confronting taboo subjects, Franko B challenges perceptions of vulnerability and
Ep.288 Haus of Lucy - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Haus of Lucy (@HouseOfLucy) Haus of Lucy is a contemporary multimedia artist based in Sussex, celebrated for her unique fusion of traditional art with modern culture, often delivered with a satirical twist. With a background in magazine design, she made the leap to full-time artistry in 2019 following a high-profile commission for the Adidas flag
REWIND Ep.08 Alice Maher - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Alice Maher (@Maher. Alice) Alice Maher is a prominent Irish contemporary artist whose work explores themes of identity, gender, mythology, and the body. Born in 1956 in County Tipperary, Maher studied at the University of Ulster, Belfast, and the San Francisco Art Institute. Her practice spans a wide range of media, including drawing, sculpture
REWIND Ep.07 Simon Callery - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Simon Callery (@Simon.Callery) Simon Callery is known for his innovative approach to painting, which bridges the gap between two-dimensional surfaces and three-dimensional space. Born in London in 1960, Callery studied at Campion School and later at Cardiff College of Art. His work challenges traditional definitions of painting by incorpor
Ep.287 SLART a.k.a Steven Light - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to SLART (@SLART.ME) SLART — a figurative expressionist and proud outsider artist based in Swindon, UK. He dropped out of his A-level art class after his teacher told him he couldn’t draw large scale. It wasn’t until his late 30s that he picked up pen and ink again, prompted by a blog post that posed three questions about childhood pastim
REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Si Sapsford (@SiSapsford) Si Sapsford is a multidisciplinary artist known for her innovative work across performance, installation, and digital media. Her practice explores themes of identity, technology, and the body, often challenging societal norms through provocative and immersive expe
REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Gray & Cafe Art (@CafeArtUK) In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to both abstract artist James Gray and to Cafe Art, a group that helps and supports homeless artists.James has been mentored and supported by Cafe Art, making his journey out of homelessness a smoother tran
Ep.286 Zack Mennell - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Zack Mennell (@ZackMennell) Zack Mennell is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist whose work delves into themes of queerness, neurodivergence, and the complexities of visibility. Through performance, photography, and writing, Zack aims to unsettle familiar spaces, making visible the tensions embedded within them. Their artistic practice often inv
REWIND Ep.04 Carrie Reichardt - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Reichardt (@CarrieReichardt) Carrie Reichardt is not only one of Gary Mansfield's favourite artists, but one of his favourite people. She is such a multi-layerd person, a mosaic artist, a craftivist, she’s vocally opposed to death penalty and an all-round bloody good person, albeit a bit of an eccentric one.Carrie Reichardt is best kn
Ep.285 Jessica Gale - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jessica Gale (@Jess.Gale.Art) Jessica Gale is a British landscape artist born in 1967 in Catterick, Yorkshire. She began painting in 2010 during a period living in Amsterdam, inspired by the subdued beauty of a Dutch winter and influenced by Rembrandt's moody palette . Her work encompasses both representational and abstract landscapes.&
REWIND: Ep. 02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWID to August 2018: Ep.02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts PodcastIn Episode 2 you get to meet Patrick Hughes, the artist that brought about the mind-boggling Reverse Perspective manner of painting on a 3D surface. The sound quality of this episode is slightly under par, due to a technical difficulty.Feel free to contact Gary with any queries, comments etc: email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com A
Ep.284 Erin-Atlanta Argun A.K.A The “Excuse me girl” - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Erin-Atlanta Argun (@erinatlanta) Erin-Atlanta Argun is an art and fashion historian who works as the Commissioning Editor for Edition Magazine at MyArtBroker. She is widely recognised for her vibrant street interview series, “Excuse Me Girl,” where she asks passersby what artwork they would most love to own and why—making art conversations more inclus
REWIND: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND to July 2018: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts PodcastThe very first episode of The Mizog Art Podcast features conceptual Maximalist painter Duggie Fields.Duggie was the very first artist that corresponded with Gary Mansfield whilst he was in prison, Gary states that Duggie is the foundation stone of his new life as an artist, or a 'born again' artist, as Gary Jokingly refers to him
Ep.283 Sara Reeve - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@SaraReeveDraws) Sara Reeve is a Brighton-based painter and tutor with a primary focus on portraiture and painting people. Her work is characterised by strong use of colour, bold shapes, and impactful compositions. Drawing inspiration from both observation and photography, she has a particular interest in portraying women in her paintings.
Ep.282 Carrie Jean Goldsmith - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Jean Goldsmith (@CarrieJeanGoldsmith) Carrie Jean Goldsmith is a Canadian-born artist residing in the UK, celebrated for her abstract paintings that emphasize colour, light, and tonal gradation. Her creative process involves layering various media, embracing diverse brush marks and the luminosity of paint to produce unforeseen outcomes. This met
Ep.281 Meg Molloy/Working Arts Club - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Meg Malloy/Working Arts Club (@WorkingArtsClub) Founded by Meg Molloy in 2024, the Working Arts Club is a London-based independent network dedicated to professionals in the arts from working-class backgrounds. Originally from Margate, Molloy founded the club to confront the isolation and structural barriers often experienced by those from lower-in
Ep.280 Daisy Collingridge - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Daisy Collingridge (@Daisy_Collingridge) Daisy Collingridge is a artist renowned for her unique and thought-provoking textile sculptures. A graduate of Central Saint Martins with a background in fashion design, her work bridges the gap between fine art, sculpture, and costume.Her creations are imaginative, surreal, and often playful, characterise
Ep.279 Eden Maseyk - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Eden Maseyk (@helmgallery_) Let’s take a moment to spotlight our incredible guest judges, who have the tough job of choosing the winner at Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2025…Meet Eden Maseyk, co-founder and curator of Brighton’s @helmgallery_Passionate about making the art world more accessible, Eden curates a dynamic exhibition programme t
Ep.278 Amy Dury - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Amy Dury (@amy_dury) We are beyond excited to have Amy Dury to the Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2025 judging panel! As a former participant on Sky’s Portrait @artistoftheyear Amy knows exactly what it’s like to be in a live portrait competition. Her masterful paintings explore societal roles, power dynamics, and hu
Ep.277 Wendy Barratt - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Wendy Barratt (@wendybarrattart) Wendy’s journey is nothing short of inspiring... Originally a finalist in Worthing Portrait Artist of the Year (Now Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year) Wendy then went on to win Sky’s Portait Artist of the Year in 2023! Her stunning portrait of Jane Goodall now hangs in the National Portrait Gallery where h
Ep.276 Louise Duggan - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Louise Duggan (@louisedugganartist) Louise Duggan is a Chichester-based multidisciplinary artist whose work is a journey of discovery. After graduating from Leicester University in 1996 with a BA (Hons) in Art and Design, Louise embarked on a successful career in high-end interior design. She worked throughout London before relocating to Dubai, where s
Ep.275 David Shillinglaw - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to David Shillinglaw (@DavidShillinglaw) David Shillinglaw is known for his vibrant, dynamic, and eclectic works that explore themes of human connection, identity, and the complexities of modern life. Born in 1982, Shillinglaw’s artistic practice spans a wide range of mediums, including painting, drawing, murals, and installation art. His style is charact
Ep.274 JPR Stitch - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to JPR Stitch (@JPR_Stitch) Dr. Jack Roberts, professionally known as JPR Stitch, specialises in freehand machine embroidery. His work features organic, abstract shapes intricately formed through dense webs of stitching, reflecting the calmness and tranquillity he experiences during creation. Roberts' artistic journey began under the tutelage
Ep.273 Maya Land- Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Maya Land (@artisticsideoflife_) Maya Land is a London-based artist known for her surreal collages, meticulously crafted from vintage imagery. Her work explores contemporary social and political issues, reimagined through the lens of nostalgic aesthetics. By blending elements from different eras, she creates compelling pieces that resonate with modern
Ep.272 Jacob Clayton - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jacob Clayton (@j.s.clayton) Jacob Clayton explores the intersection of abstraction, minimalism, and the human experience. His distinctive artistic voice has emerged through a combination of varied mediums, with a focus on painting, sculpture, and installation. His work often delves into themes of memory, identity, and perception, capturing comple
Ep.271 Andrew Logan - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Andrew Logan (@AndrewLoganSculptor) Andrew Logan is celebrated for his vibrant and eclectic work that blurs the boundaries between art, design, and performance. Born in 1945, Logan is best known for his unique sculptures, mosaics, and installations that incorporate mirrored glass, colourful resins, and a variety of unconventional materials. His creatio
Ep.270 Patrick Maguire (Part 2 of 2) - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Patrick MaguirePatrick Maguire was the youngest member of the "Maguire Seven," a group wrongfully convicted in the 1970s for involvement in IRA bombings in Guildford and Woolwich. At just 13 years old, he was arrested alongside his family in December 1974. The Maguire Seven were accused of operating a bomb-making factory from their London home, based
Ep.269 Patrick Maguire (Part 1 of 2) - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Patrick Maguire Patrick Maguire was the youngest member of the "Maguire Seven," a group wrongfully convicted in the 1970s for involvement in IRA bombings in Guildford and Woolwich. At just 13 years old, he was arrested alongside his family in December 1974. The Maguire Seven were accused of operating a bomb-making factory from their London home, based
Ep. 268 - 2024 Round up
In this episode Gary gives a pound up of the episodes we released throughout 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep.267 Tim Fowler - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Tim Fowler (@timjfowler) Tim Fowlers semi abstracted paintings, informed by the migratory plants that accompanied his own DNA, from west Africa, via the Caribbean to the UK, fill his often oversized canvases, overwhelming the viewer with striking compositions, executed in Tim’s signature palette. Tim’s main concern within his work is explori
Ep.266 Jeremy Deller - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jeremy Deller (@jeremydeller) Jeremy Deller is a British conceptual artist renowned for his innovative and socially engaged practice. His work often explores history, politics, memory, and collective identity, blending art with performance, video, and community involvement.Deller’s approach is notable for its inclusivity—he often collaborates with non-
Ep.265 John Costi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to John Costi (@bapou_costi) This is John Costi’s second appearance on the Ministry of Arts Podcast, the first being ep.48. He is known for his conceptual and often collaborative work, which explores themes of culture, identity, and history. In 2012, Costi had a notable experience traveling to Venice with artist Jeremy Deller. The trip was
Ep.264 Ange Bell - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Ange Bell (@angebellart) “My work focuses on the themes of origins and belonging and it is this concern that has formed the basis of my practice. Whether collecting and working from found photographs or, as in recent months, working from selfies taken by Instagram users.” “Through the act of painting I reclaim and invigorates with added permanence
Ep.263 Mr Bingo - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mr Bingo (@Mr_Bingstagram) Mr Bingo is an artist, speaker and twat, celebrated for his unique blend of humour and sharp social commentary. Emerging from a background in graphic design, he became widely known for his irreverent hand-drawn postcards that capture the absurdities of modern life. His bold illustrations often feature playful typography and v
Ep.262 Genevieve Leavold - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Genevieve Leavold (@genevieveleavold) “I am a self-taught painter from Somerset UK. I originally trained in Theatre Design specialising in Scenic Painting and prop making. My love for creating immersive spaces informed my approach to painting as I hope to take the viewer into another world, a place of energetic exchange and flow. “
Constance Anne - New Artist Fair 2024/ MoA Bonus Episode 46
In this bonus episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Constance Anne (@ConstanceAnne.ca) who is showing in the New Art Fair 2024, at the Truman Brewery, London, from 27-29 September 2024Constance Anne is an artist based in London UK, her artwork celebrates people and personalties.Her artwork is inspired by people and connection. By the odd mixes of personality, diversity, and life experiences that make u
Ep.261 The Artist Kitty - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to The Artist Kitty (@kitty_arttist71) who is showing in the New Art Fair 2024, at the Truman Brewery, London, from 27-29 September.I have known The Artist Kitty for over 25 years, all that time and more she has battled severe mental health, namely Paranoid Schizophrenia; sometimes ahead of the battle, others not so. She was previously very creative, working f
Beth Evans - New Artist Fair 2024/ MoA Bonus Episode 45
In this bonus episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Beth Evans (@B.evansdesigns) who is showing in the New Art Fair 2024, at the Truman Brewery, London, from 27-29 September 2024B Evans Designs, established in March 2019, meant that I could combine two of my greatest passions in my life; my love for painting & animals.For as long as I can remember, creating art has always been something that has bo
Vitor Lopes – New Artist Fair 2024/ MoA Bonus Episode 44
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