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 TV show Spitting Image was to stand in good stead in the art of manipulating and distorting the subject before him. Wilfrid creates sculptures using Plasticine as his main material and passes on his knowledge in the many workshops he runs throughout the year.

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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 explores
a number of themes, within their use of characters from popular culture and juxtaposes with highly detailed realistic elements.


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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, exaggeration into truth, daring audiences to laugh and look closer. Where Tamm listens, Midgitte proclaims; where Tamm edits, Midgitte improvises.

Together they form a single creative engine, translating lived detail into performance. One gathers the raw material of life; the other distils it into charisma, comedy, and joy. Exist to survive, subvert expectations, and celebrate reinvention.

Tamm Reynolds’ latest solo show is ‘Shooting from Below’ at the Purcell Room (Southbank) from 9-11 April 2026

For more information on Shooting from Below go to
https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/midgitte-bardots-shooting-from-below/


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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, where the hand of the artist can be seen.

There are a limited number of tickets available at sussexpaoty.com

Also in this episode is a small introduction to three of the Sussex paoty 2026 finalists:
1. Sarah Hawxwell - @Salty6645
2. Ava Brimilcombe - @AveysArt
3. Milo Hartnoll - @MiloHartnoll

For ticket information for the Sussex Portrait of the year on 28 March go to
https://www.instagram.com/sussexpaoty

To Support this podcast from as little as £3 per month: www.patreon/ministryofarts
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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 has also completed commissions for clients around the world.

There are a limited number of tickets available at sussexpaoty.com

Also in this episode is a small introduction to three of the Sussex paoty 2026 finalists:

1. Sam Telford - @SamTelfordArt
2. Kade Tame - @kad25.00
3. Ryan Holloway - @ RyanHollowayArtist

For ticket information for the Sussex Portrait of the year on 28 March go to
https://www.instagram.com/sussexpaoty

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.co.uk

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