Hayden: Behind the Canvas
Hayden: Behind the Canvas
Podcast Description
Welcome to "Hayden: Behind the Canvas," the podcast where we dive into the stories behind the art and the artists themselves. Hosted by Simon Burgess and Tracey Hayden, owner of Hayden Gallery, we explore the inspirations, journeys, and techniques of talented artists. Tune in for insightful conversations, creative advice, and a closer look at the passion driving the world of art. Whether you're an art lover or an aspiring artist, this podcast brings creativity and inspiration to life.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers around themes of artistic inspiration, personal journeys, and creative techniques, with episodes discussing topics such as the healing power of landscapes, the emotional connection in art, and the challenges artists face in the industry. Notable episodes include detailed explorations of Bridget Greenwood's rediscovery of her passion during lockdown and Paul Treasure's insights into defining success as an artist.
Welcome to “Hayden: Behind the Canvas,” the podcast where we dive into the stories behind the art and the artists themselves. Hosted by Simon Burgess and Tracey Hayden, owner of Hayden Gallery, we explore the inspirations, journeys, and techniques of talented artists. Tune in for insightful conversations, creative advice, and a closer look at the passion driving the world of art. Whether you’re an art lover or an aspiring artist, this podcast brings creativity and inspiration to life.
In this episode of Hayden Behind the Canvas, Simon and Tracey chat with artist David Brown, exploring his artistic journey from studying fine art in the 80s to rediscovering his passion in his mid-50s. David shares how his experiences in education and the inheritance of an olive grove in Italy influenced his creative process, leading to innovative techniques such as making paper from olive leaves. The conversation delves into the challenges of building confidence as an artist, the impact of climate change on his work, and the balance between innovation and consistency in artistic expression. David also offers some valuable advice for emerging artists, emphasising the importance of authenticity and taking risks in their creative journeys.
Takeaways
- David rediscovered his passion for art in his mid-50s
- The olive grove in Italy significantly influenced David's work
- David creates paper from olive leaves, showcasing innovative techniques
- Building confidence took David several years of practice and feedback
- Artistic expression requires a balance between innovation and consistency
- David emphasises the importance of authenticity in art
- Engaging with critical friends can enhance an artist's practice
- Collaboration with other artists and architects is a future goal for David
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction
- 01:12 David's Artistic Journey: From Education to Rediscovery
- 06:51 The Influence of the Olive Grove on David's Work
- 08:14 Innovative Techniques: Creating Paper from Olive Leaves
- 16:27 Daily Life and Artistic Process in Italy
- 19:00 Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges
- 21:16 The Impact of Climate Change on Art
- 24:39 The Balance of Innovation and Consistency in Art
- 29:19 Advice for Emerging Artists
- 32:21 Future Collaborations and Aspirations
- 34:21 Reflections on the Artistic Journey
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