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• Have You Seen? Lala Drona

  In this episode of the Have You Seen? series, Carrie chats with Lala Drona, an America artist based in London and Paris whose work works live in the of rupture between what's physical and the virtual, the human and themachine. From Carrie:"Lala Drona's practice is expansive and talking to her made that really clear. Painting is kind of just the entry point. From performance to video to fiction, she constructs a world where mourning and rebirth collide. She's exploring the techno-spiritual bonds between humans and our devices, and these are big questions being kind of writ-bear in paint. And the paint's visceral, it's layered, it's haunting, it's really physical against these questions about what a post -digital world might look like. To say that our conversation was kind of mind -bending says too much, but it did make me think because Drona's work doesn't offer easy answers. It asks, "What are we in the middle of becoming? And what's left behind when we finally get there?"Explore Lala's work: https://www.laladrona.com/Thanks for listening to this episode of the Seen podcast. Liked what you heard? Get early access to these episodes and a ton of other great art content, by becoming a member of Seen at https://seen.art.Connect with us between episodes on Instagram, @watchseenart - https://www.instagram.com/watchseenartAbout the Have You Seen? series:The ⁠Have You Seen? Series⁠ is all about talking to emerging and mid-career artists about their journey to now.Curious about how an artist got to where they are or indeed why they chose art in the first place? Then this series is for you. Join us as we speak to emerging and mid-career artists across the globe. Don’t worry, there’s no hiding behind art speak here, or pretending that being an artist is a bowl of cherries. We’re here to hear it all, straight from the source.

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• Have You Seen? Annabel Merrett

  In this episode of the Have You Seen? series, Carrie chats with Annabel Merrett, a British American artist who is fascinated by the brain's workings. Annabel explores how our unconscious mind motivates our behaviour, often compelling us to return, repeat, and do the very thing we wish to avoid and fear.From Carrie:"Annabel Merrett has come to art making later in her life and all of the work is centered around health and I'm trying to resist the word to say mental health because while that is central to her practice, it is health that matters here. Annabel has been embraced by the science community because of that core but I think her practice is so important well beyond the confines of mental health and science and the medical world. This is a woman who feels it's urgent that we readdress the way we think and we talk about all sorts of things."Explore Annabel's work: https://www.annabelmerrett.com/Thanks for listening to this episode of the Seen podcast. Liked what you heard? Get early access to these episodes and a ton of other great art content, by becoming a member of Seen at https://seen.art.Connect with us between episodes on Instagram, @watchseenart - https://www.instagram.com/watchseenartAbout the Have You Seen? series:The ⁠Have You Seen? Series⁠ is all about talking to emerging and mid-career artists about their journey to now.Curious about how an artist got to where they are or indeed why they chose art in the first place? Then this series is for you. Join us as we speak to emerging and mid-career artists across the globe. Don’t worry, there’s no hiding behind art speak here, or pretending that being an artist is a bowl of cherries. We’re here to hear it all, straight from the source.

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• Seeing John Pawson

  Join our free newsletter and become an art insider: https://bit.ly/Seen-Newsletter-SignupIn this episode of the Seeing series, Carrie chats with John Pawson, a British architectural designer renowned for his minimalist aesthetic that emphasizes simplicity, proportion, light, and material. Though not formally qualified as an architect, Pawson has created iconic spaces worldwide, from Calvin Klein's flagship store in New York to monasteries and museums, including London's Design Museum.Beyond architecture, Pawson is an accomplished photographer whose eye for composition and light is showcased in several books, including "Spectrum" and "Minimum," reflecting the same disciplined aesthetic that defines his architectural work. A former textile businessman who briefly attempted monastic life in Japan before finding his calling, Pawson was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2019 for his contributions to design and architecture.From Carrie: "I know John Pawson. I've interviewed him, launched exhibitions with him. I've even convinced him to let me sell his photography. So sitting down for another interview wasn't all that easy because I wanted to reveal the side of him that I know. His softer, funny side and his love for the creative collaborative process. But John is a pro, always composed and unwavering. He's a giant in the design world and he knows exactly what he's doing. But what struck me during our conversation at his country house with his wonderful wife, Catherine, is that John Possen might not actually be a minimalist. Bear with me. Minimalism as an artistic movement is all about simplicity, stripping away excess and focusing on essential elements. John's work embodies this with the monochrome tones and the absence of art on his walls. Yet in his house, every corner, detail, stone, and thread demands attention. It's a maximalist's dream in terms of engagement, though without the clutter.And maybe I don't fully grasp minimalism, but I left that interview thinking John's work deserves a whole new term. He challenges our relationship with material and material possessions and aesthetic beauty, embodying minimalist goals while creating spaces that captivate and us the mind. John isn't just a minimalist or he shouldn't be put into a box like that. He's something more. He makes us see more by showing less. And maybe that is the whole point of minimalism, but this interview was mind-opening, bending."Thanks for listening to this episode of the Seen podcast. Liked what you heard? Get early access to these episodes and a ton of other great art content by becoming a member of Seen at seen.art (https://seen.art) . If you want to connect with us between episodes, follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchseenart  ) . About the Seeing Series The Seeing Series gets to the heart of what makes an artist tick. By always searching for the motivating truth behind an artist’s practice, we give viewers insider access to some of the most exciting artists in the world, all in a down-to-earth, honest way. From established artists like Rashid Johnson to emerging stars like Simonette Quamina, we speak to the good and the great of the artworld, ultimately creating an accurate portrait of how creatives survive, flourish and function today.

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• Behind the Seen with Netvvrk Founder Paddy Johnson

  In the second episode of Behind the Seen, Carrie chats with Paddy Johnson,  the founder of Netvvrk, a membership that helps artists get the shows, grants, and residencies of their dreams by broadening their professional networks. Over the last two years, members have received over a million dollars in grants. Netvvrk has been featured in The New York Times, Hyperallergic, and Artnet News.From Carrie:"The first time I spoke to Paddy Johnson, she interviewed me for her podcast, Art Problems. And this time, we reversed the rules because I wanted to find out all about Netvvrk, her platform which is a membership-based network, to help artists get ahead. Now, it's part professional development, part mentorship, part Andy Warhol's factory for the digital age. And I mean that seriously, because I think what Paddy has done with Netvvrk is create a space where artists can help support one another, where they can grow, where they can talk about their successes, their failures. And so it literally is what Warhol might have been trying to do with the factory, a place where artists can be vulnerable, can be open, and can support one another. Patty Johnson is doing a great thing. And this interview will make that plain as day."Sign up for Paddy's live Masterclass: https://makeartanyway.netThanks for listening to this episode of the Seen podcast.Liked what you heard? Get early access to these episodes and a ton of other great art content by becoming a member of Seen at seen.art.If you want to connect with us between episodes, follow us on Instagram, @watchseenart.About Behind The SeenTheBehind The Seen Series brings on art world professionals of all sorts to give you insight into what the art world is really like. Curious what it’s like being a gallerist, an art critic or a curator? Then this series is for you.

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• Have You Seen? Nancy Cadogan

  In this episode of the Have You Seen? series, Carrie chats with Nancy Cadogan, a British American artist, celebrated for her figurative paintings with their profound engagement with literature, time, and the still moments of life.Cadogan’s works were described as “heaven on a canvas” by the Evening Standard, and has had solo exhibitions internationally, including at Saatchi Gallery, London in 2019 and Keats-Shelley House, Rome in 2020. In 2022, she was invited as Artist in Residence at the British Ambassador’s Residence in Paris.Her latest project, ‘The Lost Trees’, explores our relationship with trees, time, and the natural world.From Carrie:"Nancy’s paintings are like a peaceful escape. During our chat, she explained how she uses a soft palette and delicate brushwork to create serene scenes. Her piece “Quiet Morning” captures a cozy interior with soft light, filled with books and plants. Her art provides a calming visual retreat, perfect for moments when you need a little peace."Explore Nancy's work: https://nancycadogan.com/Thanks for listening to this episode of the Seen podcast. Liked what you heard? Get early access to these episodes and a ton of other great art content, by becoming a member of Seen at https://seen.art.Connect with us between episodes on Instagram, @watchseenart - https://www.instagram.com/watchseenartAbout the Have You Seen? series:The ⁠Have You Seen? Series⁠ is all about talking to emerging and mid-career artists about their journey to now.Curious about how an artist got to where they are or indeed why they chose art in the first place? Then this series is for you. Join us as we speak to emerging and mid-career artists across the globe. Don’t worry, there’s no hiding behind art speak here, or pretending that being an artist is a bowl of cherries. We’re here to hear it all, straight from the source.

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