Ministry of Arts Podcast
Possibly the World's most inclusive art podcast. Artist & Curator Gary Mansfield talks to emerging, established and world renowned artists each week in his quite unique manner. Gary's booming Cockney voice and jovial approach, is a breath of fresh air for those within the art world and a beacon to those that thought it inaccessible. Previous guests include: Maggi Hambling, Mark Wallinger, Gavin Turk, kennardphillipps, Mat Colishaw, Ray Richardson, Camille Walala, Rankin, Keith Brymer-Jones, PureEvil, Tanya Ling, Koestler Arts, Stuart Semple, Richard Wirson RA, Sarah Maple, Jenny Eclair, Katy Wix and Adam Buxton . Feel free to contact Gary with any queries, comments etc: email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com All Social Media: @ministryofartsorg To find out more on Gary Mansfield go to: http://www.garymansfield.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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
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 pai
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 po
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 inte
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, in
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 d