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Kate Florence

Nitty Gritty

A Visual Arts , Arts and Society & Culture podcast

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About the show

The art podcast sharing the beautiful and brutal truths about building a creative life. International artist Kate Florence hosts honest chats with inspiring and successful artists all around the world, answering the questions no one else talks about: money, creative burnout, galleries, and actionable strategies to build a sustainable creative practice. We get into the nitty-gritty of the parts that don't usually make it onto the feed — the breakthroughs, redirections and the hard-won lessons of building a real art career. From art business to artist mindset. Nothing is off the table. Because the more openly we share, the better the creative journey gets for all of us. New episode every Wednesday fortnight x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Newest episodes

Permission to Copy - with Kate and Flick

25 min

On this week’s episode, Kate and series regular Flick are discussing the ethics and etiquecy of copying. Imitation vs. inspiration, and the cold hard truth that no idea is completely original. In a world of instant gratification and limited patience, where everyone wants the destination without the journey, ideas are being copied and pasted left, right and centre. But where do we draw the line between inspiration and stealing? Is copying ever okay? And how do you develop your own creative voice when everything has been done before? From finding your artistic style to navigating copycats and creative ownership, Kate and Flick unpack the messy grey area between borrowing ideas and making them your own. Check out Nitty Gritty's insta! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You Call That Art? — with Alma Berrow

51 min

This week Flick and I are back in London with artist Alma Berrow. Self-taught, Alma calls herself an artist who works with clay rather than a ceramicist. Her sculptural installations turn everyday objects into something humorous, surreal and quietly loaded: ashtrays, oysters, Ritz crackers, pomegranates, a lone gherkin placed beside a bowl of them. We talk about how having no formal training became an advantage, why she still can’t make a vessel, and what she took from a three-month residency in Montana. We get into the point where her art career stopped feeling like play, her fear of becoming “Ashtray Girl,” and the stranger at a show who wondered aloud whether she’d turn out to be a one-trick pony. Alma also shares how she found her way back to joy in the studio and the gallery owner who brought gender into a negotiation. She explains how months of research into myth and folklore become a full tablescape, including the one she’s building for her first solo booth in Miami this December. It’s a conversation about making without an audience in mind, and about protecting the playful part of a creative practice once it becomes your job. See Alma's work here, and her Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What an £83k Month Looks Like — with Tabby Booth

32 min

I’m back with illustrator, artist and curator Tabby Booth for round two! A year after her first Nitty Gritty episode, we caught up outside the Tate Modern for a chat I'm very excited to share. Since we last caught up, Tabby has launched her Substack, Cult of Create, where she shares more of the inner workings of her practice — money, motherhood and the truths of being a working artist. We talk about why she’s building more of her creative world away from the Instagram algorithm, why buyers can make the best sellers, and how to know when it’s time to stop saying yes. And yes, we get into the £83K month. Tabby breaks down her biggest month to date and the mix of paintings, art fairs, print-on-demand, licensing and other income streams behind it. If you haven’t listened to Tabby’s episode from last season, it's just as insightful as this one. Find Tabby's: ~ Instagram here ~ Substack here ~ Website here ~ Gallery here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Permission to Copy - with Kate and Flick

25 min

On this week’s episode, Kate and series regular Flick are discussing the ethics and etiquecy of copying. Imitation vs. inspiration, and the cold hard truth that no idea is completely original. In a world of instant gratification and limited patience, where everyone wants the destination without the journey, ideas are being copied and pasted left, right and centre. But where do we draw the line between inspiration and stealing? Is copying ever okay? And how do you develop your own creative voice when everything has been done before? From finding your artistic style to navigating copycats and creative ownership, Kate and Flick unpack the messy grey area between borrowing ideas and making them your own. Check out Nitty Gritty's insta! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You Call That Art? — with Alma Berrow

51 min

This week Flick and I are back in London with artist Alma Berrow. Self-taught, Alma calls herself an artist who works with clay rather than a ceramicist. Her sculptural installations turn everyday objects into something humorous, surreal and quietly loaded: ashtrays, oysters, Ritz crackers, pomegranates, a lone gherkin placed beside a bowl of them. We talk about how having no formal training became an advantage, why she still can’t make a vessel, and what she took from a three-month residency in Montana. We get into the point where her art career stopped feeling like play, her fear of becoming “Ashtray Girl,” and the stranger at a show who wondered aloud whether she’d turn out to be a one-trick pony. Alma also shares how she found her way back to joy in the studio and the gallery owner who brought gender into a negotiation. She explains how months of research into myth and folklore become a full tablescape, including the one she’s building for her first solo booth in Miami this December. It’s a conversation about making without an audience in mind, and about protecting the playful part of a creative practice once it becomes your job. See Alma's work here, and her Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What an £83k Month Looks Like — with Tabby Booth

32 min

I’m back with illustrator, artist and curator Tabby Booth for round two! A year after her first Nitty Gritty episode, we caught up outside the Tate Modern for a chat I'm very excited to share. Since we last caught up, Tabby has launched her Substack, Cult of Create, where she shares more of the inner workings of her practice — money, motherhood and the truths of being a working artist. We talk about why she’s building more of her creative world away from the Instagram algorithm, why buyers can make the best sellers, and how to know when it’s time to stop saying yes. And yes, we get into the £83K month. Tabby breaks down her biggest month to date and the mix of paintings, art fairs, print-on-demand, licensing and other income streams behind it. If you haven’t listened to Tabby’s episode from last season, it's just as insightful as this one. Find Tabby's: ~ Instagram here ~ Substack here ~ Website here ~ Gallery here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stop Confusing Fans with Buyers — with Kate Florence

18 min

Got a big following but no one's buying? I'm flying solo today to break down the difference between building an audience of peers and one of buyers, and why your approach to content makes all the difference when it comes to selling art online. I get into why attention doesn't equal intent, how "process content" can bring about students instead of collectors, and why clarity (not virality) is what actually sells your work. I also share the exact question I ask myself when I'm stuck on how to present my art online, and why confidence in your work matters just as much as the work itself. If your engagement's high but your sales aren't, this one's for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does Dark Art Have a Home? — with Arne Ohlsen

48 min

This week Flick joins me in Copenhagen for a chat with artist Arne Ohlsen. Arne started his art practice in Australia while working as a carpenter, painting on wooden offcuts because canvas was out of reach. He gained momentum quickly, exhibited at several shows, and moved into a full-time creative practice before returning to Europe, where the work turned darker, leaning into identity, isolation, power and struggle. We talk about the real differences between making art in Australia and Europe, whether struggle actually produces more emotionally powerful work, and what happens to a practice when the desire to sell starts shaping what gets made. We get into his decision to keep carpentry alongside his art career, the pull between experimentation and building a recognisable style, and why his version of success isn't commercial art stardom but a nice studio in a warm climate. Arne also opens up about his discomfort with being seen, how comparison in the art world knocked his confidence, and the challenge every working artist faces: promoting your work without becoming a version of yourself that doesn't feel real. Find Arne on Instagram here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Too Pretty to Be an Artist — with Bombony

50 min

Should your work look like an extension of you? This week, I sit down in Lisbon with Ukrainian-born, Portugal-based textile artist Bombony. Best known for her geometric textile works, Bombony draws on her background in architecture to create intuitive compositions that balance structure and softness, allowing meaning to reveal itself over time. As a single mother and full-time artist, she's built a sustainable creative practice spanning painting, textiles and sculpture, finding the intersection between fine art and interior design as a way to create on her own terms. In this conversation, we explore the relationship between artist and artwork, the tension between image and identity in a male-dominated art world, how motherhood sharpened rather than limited her practice, and the role of cultural displacement in shaping an artistic voice. Find Bombony on Instagram here or visit her website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to Actually Sell Art — With My Own Marketing Strategist

56 min

This week we’re getting a crash course in Marketing 101 with the person who markets me — Felicity “Flick” Brown, my marketing and brand strategist, plus basically 55 other jobs in one. For the past 18 months, Flick has helped me scale my art business, and now we’re finally sitting down to unpack exactly how we got here — from landing on my new marketing plan to all the trial and error attempts we made along the way. We get into the purchasing funnel and why selling high-value art is a much longer game than a simple impulse buy. We talk vanity metrics, why ‘how-to’ content might not be converting the way you think, and how world-building and storytelling can actually help you sell. Flick explains why the why behind a piece can matter more than the how, whether artists should embrace being elusive or build a front-facing persona, and why sometimes you just have to try on different content styles until you find what actually fits. If you're a working artist trying to figure out how to actually market your art career and sell your work, this one's for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stop Making Excuses — with Adam Baker

47 min

Nitty Gritty is on tour with me while I move around Europe and this week I'm in London with oil painter Adam Baker. In his practice, Adam focuses on intimate, imagined snapshots of queer life and love, drawing on personal experience to build fictionalised narratives that speak to the emotional complexity of contemporary queer identity. Baker often investigates the contradictions of connection — how queer spaces can feel electric with possibility yet, simultaneously, deeply isolating. Through merging figures, geometric structures and atmospheric environments, he subverts traditional depictions of masculinity, revealing the vulnerability, strength and fluidity inherent within queer relationships. Both being emotional lil human beans, we talked about the woes and throws of allowing feeling to drive your creative practice. When art from the heart becomes something slowly killing you — substance abuse and pain as a necessary medium — what happens to you as a person? Do we need all of this suffering to make good work, or is just being human enough? Find Adam on Instagram here and on his website here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Selling Art Like Prada — with Bella Mcgoldrick

1 hr 7 min

Bella McGoldrick and Tyler Rogers built a thriving art business by breaking every rule the traditional art world swears by. As the duo behind Looks Pretty Good, Bella is a coloured pencil artist producing hyperrealistic works inspired by mementos from the places she's lived, and Ty, with a background in design and tech, keeps the wheels of their art business turning behind the scenes. Ty's decision to join full-time only came about a few years ago, and since then the pair have doubled down harder than ever, stepping away from gallery representation to do it all themselves. Fiercely independent and headstrong, Bella and Ty are building a new way of working that challenges the traditional landscape of the art world. In one of the most honest conversations we've had on Nitty Gritty, they laid it all on the table. From content strategy experiments and hard-won hypotheses about actually selling art, to the power imbalances and flat-out incompetence they encountered with galleries, and how that gave them the confidence that they could do a better job themselves.  Dollar signs, hot takes, and niche references. This one's for every working artist trying to figure out if the traditional path is really the only one. Find Bella on instagram here and the Looks Pretty Good studio here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Structure Maximises Creativity — with Crossing Threads

53 min

Creativity thrives inside structure, and Lauren and Kass of Crossing Threads are proof. This week, I sat down with the Sydney-based sisters behind one of Australia's most distinctive fibre art practices. Together, they use weaving as a way of exploring emotion, memory and connection through texture and form — describing their creative practice as "breathing through their hands." This episode tackles the business of being a working artist - how to optimise workflow, efficiency and creative output while still prioritising time for one another and family. From contracts and workflows to platforms, tools and processes, Lauren and Kass get into the nitty gritty of how they've optimised their art business without sacrificing the slow, intuitive nature of their craft. Type A listeners will love every minute. Type B's should bring a pen... so many goodies! Find Crossing Threads online here, and on Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fear Is Your Friend — with Kate Florence

31 min

Befriending fear has been the best decision I ever made.  Today I'm flying solo and sharing the lesson that’s underpinned my creative career. In the last few months, I've made some enormous changes. I left my studio of five years, my community, and the entire foundation my creative practice had come to depend on. A choice to bite into the bitter taste of fear, hoping for something sweeter underneath. And the result? This year has seen some of my favourite works yet. I faced materials, colours and ideas I’d be avoiding. I started dancing again. I made new friends, embraced more rest, more silence, more intuition. I've been fully present with the process and as I grew and expanded, my art career has too. The lesson I’ve walked away from this with is that fear is your friend. In facing your fears as an artist, they grow smaller and you grow bigger. Listen to the little voice in your head telling you not to and choose to do it anyway.  If there’s anything you’ve been afraid to face, I hope this week’s episode can be the gentle nudge you needed, and the reminder that the creative life you want often lives on the other side of fear. Follow the podcast on insta here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All Artists Are Damaged — with Loribelle Spirovski

56 min

We’re back for our 5th season, and starting us off is an incredible conversation with Loribelle Spirovski. Loribelle is a Filipina-Australian artist who, after almost giving up her art career due to a persistent nerve injury, intuitively taught herself to finger paint. What began as an act of perseverance became a technique that liberated her as an artist, ultimately leading to her winning the 2025 Archibald People’s Choice Award. In this episode, we unpack the romanticism of the ‘damaged artist’ archetype and why safety, not struggle, is where the best work comes from. Plus, we wrestle with the questions artists quietly carry: Does the best work come from suffering? What actually makes art good or bad? Can you fake authenticity? And do creative ideas ever really run out? For anyone trying to build a sustainable creative practice without burning themselves out along the way, this episode is a reminder that safety might be the key to your best work. You can find Loribelle’s website here and her Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE FLORENCE — The Host in the Hot Seat (Q&A with Sophia D’Urso)

1 hr 30 min

UNO REVERSE! Kate's on the other side of the mic this week for an expansive Q&A with Sophia D’Urso of ArtSupport. From the psychology of sales to what bubble wrap to buy, this chat spans the mindset and mechanics of building and sustaining a serious art practice. Kate shares her rules around commissions, how buyers invest in the story of you, and the not-so-sexy logistical realities of shipping, suppliers, and insurance. This no-fluff, no-gatekeeping Q&A is for anyone who’s been craving a real roadmap! Find Nitty Gritty on Instagram here, and check out ArtSupport Australia's website here and Instagram here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SOPHIA D’URSO — Advice from an Art Mentor every artist should hear

1 hr 7 min

This week I’m chatting with the brilliant Sophia D’Urso, founder of ArtSupport and one of the most insightful voices in the Australian arts space. Sophia created ArtSupport after her own creative journey, with a mission to equip artists and arts workers with the tools, resources and confidence to build sustainable careers. Through mentorships, workshops, and her weekly newsletter packed with opportunities, she’s become a go-to guide for creatives at all different levels of their career. In this episode, we went through it ALL. From building a sustainable art practice to moving through fear, setbacks, and limiting beliefs. Sophia walked us through her experiences and some of the techniques she teaches clients to harness the best version of themselves. If you’ve been craving practical advice and a bit of a reset, this one’s for you. Check out ArtSupport Australia's website here and Instagram here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LOLA ERHART - The creative cost of constant scrolling

43 min

It’s that time again, and this week I’m sitting down with the talented Argentinian visual artist, Lola Erhart.  Lola is a painter born in Buenos Aires and now based in the forest of Patagonia. Her figurative work takes the human body as an object of study, exploring the way emotional and fundamental parts of the human psyche can be displayed through brushstrokes. Lola’s models are friends or women close to her, resulting in an intimate reverence for her subjects. In this episode, Lola explained her practice to me, as well as some of the business processes and personal habits she has introduced to keep her work fluid and time productive.  This was such a grounded conversation and gentle reminder for all creatives to listen to—if we can’t remember to make space for ourselves, it simply won’t exist.  Thank you lovely Lola for taking the time to chat! Live tomorrow morning anywhere you stream your podcasts.  You can find Lola and her work on Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TAMIKA HOGAN - Goodbye flighty artist, hello businesswoman

59 min

This week I’m joined by self-taught oil painter Tamika Hogan for a grounded conversation about the evolution of her practice over the last 6 years, becoming a full-time artist while co-parenting her son.  Known for her immersive West Australian land and seascapes, Tamika’s paintings have an entrancing ability to translate the power and stillness of nature into timeless and immersive works of art. We chat about some of the tools she's implemented to manage the challenging balancing act of creativity, motherhood and business, from retiring the “flighty artist” identity, creative celibacy, and why time will never equal price when it comes to art. This one’s about grounded ambition, long-term thinking, and taking your practice seriously without losing its soul. Thank you for sitting down to chat with me Tamika, it was a pleasure!  You can find Tamika on Instagram here and on her website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE FLORENCE — The gallery red flags that cost me $25K

35 min

Story time this week. In light of recent events, I wanted to share my experience with galleries — the red flags I ignored, the things I’d do differently now, and the lessons that could have saved me a lot of pain and struggle. If you’re navigating gallery relationships, big opportunities, or that uneasy feeling you can’t quite name, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

REAL FUN, WOW! — How Daren Magee built a multi-stream creative machine

1 hr 7 min

This week, I caught up with illustrator, muralist, designer, and all-round creativity machine, Daren Thomas Magee, aka Real Fun, Wow! His work lives somewhere between imagination and reality—often landing in that weird, wonderful in-between space. With everything from prints and books to socks, posters, tapestry and tiles, it's obvious Daren is constantly pouring his creativity into every avenue he can and then sharing it with the world.  We dive into everything from building a business from nothing, the highs and lows of money and mindset, and the self-doubt that still creeps in even when your work reaches millions. This episode is packed with wisdom and full of the kind of creative honesty we rarely get to hear. Find Real Fun, Wow on Instagram here, and online here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BIANCA PINTAN — The freedom of sharing creative secrets

1 hr 7 min

This week, my studio partner Holly and I sit down in Byron with self-taught ceramic artist and educator Bianca Pintan, and walk away completely energised by her passion, creativity and warmth. Bianca’s bold colours, sculptural forms, and intuitive, hand-built process grew from playful experimentation in her garage into a body of work and workshops that inspire artists worldwide. Guided by colour, emotion, and intuition, she doesn’t gatekeep, she openly shares her process through online courses, believing that generosity only expands what’s possible. We dive into sharing trade secrets, finding balance, embracing flexible plans, and what it really takes to market yourself as a self-represented artist, both organically and through paid channels. It’s a grounded, expansive conversation packed with practical takeaways, fresh perspective, and a reminder that creativity is freedom. Explore Bianca’s work and courses on her website here, and on Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JESS COCHRANE - The pursuit of legacy and a place among the greats

58 min

This week, I’m in the studio of London-based Australian artist Jess Cochrane to chat through her modern take on a traditional art practice. ⁠ Jess’s paintings depict scenes from the everyday with a focus on familiar scenes of gathering and the things we as humans tend to gather, focusing on themes of consumerism, pop culture and fashion. ⁠ Jess shares openly about the ambition that drives her- a genuine pursuit of mastery, legacy, and a place among the greats. In this chat, we dig into the real-world themes in her work, her interesting perspectives on technology in art and social media life, balancing motherhood, and the freedom she found in starting her practice over. This one’s for anyone striving for something bigger in their craft and refusing to strive small! You can find Jess on Instagram here and on her website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TABBY BOOTH - “Instagram artist” vs “real artist”

1 hr 18 min

This week I’m joined by UK-based artist, illustrator and curator Tabby Booth, whose work treads between illustration and traditional folk art painting.  We get into the tension between being an “Instagram artist” versus a “real artist,” the snobbery that still lingers in traditional galleries, how to push through cringe to find success online, and the creative challenges of commission work. As an artist, gallery owner, and artist manager, Tabby offers a rare perspective on how the industry is shifting on all sides. She brings so much insight, honesty, and humour to this chat, plus a healthy dose of screw-the-naysayers energy. You can find Tabby’s work on her website here and on Instagram here, and check out Sailors Jail Gallery here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TABLE TALK: Softedge Studio - Craftsmen and Copycats with Layla Cluer

37 min

To round off the Table Talk series, we’re sitting down with Layla Cluer, the creative force behind Softedge Studio and the mind behind the beautiful plates that graced our Table Talk lunch. Crafted by skilled makers in the tiny town of Hasami, Japan, Layla’s work reimagines the art of eating, blending form and function to bring beauty into everyday moments. In this chat, we hear the journey of Softedge, from finding and working with talented craftspeople in Japan to dealing with imitation and staying true to her craft while scaling her vision. You can find Softedge Studio on Instagram here and their website here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TABLE TALK: The artistry of food with Maria’s Byron Bay

35 min

This episode of Table Talk takes us out of the studio and into the kitchen. Maya and Chelsea of Maria’s Byron Bay are culinary artists who blur the line between food and art - and the creative geniuses who brought my recent collection to life as caterers for the Table Talk lunch. Before the event, Holly Terry and I stepped into their kitchen to dive into their creative process, their inspirations, and the intentionality that guides everything they do. From presentation to materials, and even the way they approach clients, their practice reveals surprising parallels to life as an artist. Food has always held a special place in my heart, which is why this series grew out of a collection all about food. This chat was such a joy and a good reminder that artistry isn’t limited to studios! Check out Maria's on insta here and on their website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TABLE TALK: Ten artists. One couch. Five big questions.

55 min

This episode marks a first for Nitty Gritty. TEN creative minds on one couch, diving into the nittiest and grittiest questions we’ve ever asked. Welcome to Table Talk, a short series we’re dropping ahead of my upcoming print collection, which is all about connection.  Call it debate, call it a deep sleepover chat - this episode is honest, insightful, and full of colliding perspectives. It’s everything that happens when creatives finally get in a room together (with maybe a few glasses of wine). Huge thanks to this brilliant group for jumping on the mic: - Jess Earnest, Interior Designer - Brittany Ferns, Painter - Brandi Hughes, Painter - Jessica Prescott, Photographer and Cookbook Author - Rosie Woods, Muralist and Painter - Holly Terry, Painter - Amanda Jones, Painter - Mica Schettini, Photographer and Creative Director - Sonia Gill, Painter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SASHA COURT - Fu*k the rules and follow your intuition

1 hr 6 min

This week I’m joined by Canadian ceramicist Sasha Court for a chat that’s basically creative rocket fuel. We unpack ditching the 9 to 5, breaking up with galleries, hanging onto childlike curiosity, and how she leaned into the intuitive path that’s carried her to where she is today. Sasha is pure creative fire with infectious confidence and we hope this conversation leaves feeling ready to take on the world ! You can find Sasha on insta here @sashacourtstudio And see her website here https://www.sashacourt.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoruz7Ti40d_cDElyYiVyh1sfRnxLCZ4xg12Yrdg3bINLmwE1-2I Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HANNAH MÜLLER-HILLEBRAND - Buy my art before I’m dead

1 hr 1 min

Hello and welcome back!! Season 4 of Nitty Gritty is officially here, and I’m so grateful to you for putting me back in your ears. We’re starting the season with a special one. Berlin-based contemporary artist Hannah Müller-Hillebrand joins me for an insightful chat on the magic, mess, and challenges that have shaped her as a creative. Together, we unpack the freedom at the heart of her work, the early sparks of connection she found online, the shadows of mental health, and how confidence can shine through art even when it feels absent in daily life. This conversation covers so much, and I’m so grateful to Hannah for bringing such honesty and openness to the pod! You can find Hannah on insta here: hannah.muehi and here: muehi.art And see her website here: https://www.muehi.art/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Look Back at Season 3

44 min

Thank you for being part of this big, beautiful season of Nitty Gritty! We’ve heard from so many incredible artists this season, and although they’re all on unique creative paths, some recurring themes carried through these chats. So to wrap things up, we’ve stitched together the nitty gritty bits that echoed across the season! Thank you to the listeners for your support and to all the artists for sharing so openly! In this episode, you’ll hear (in order of appearance): Abbie Rich, Musonga Mbogo, Julz Beresford, Matt Cauchi, Zoe Grey, Jonni Cheatwood, and Holly Terry ✨ I hope you enjoy this little reflection, and I’ll see you very soon for Season 4! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE & HOLLY - Copycats, criticism & the cost of putting yourself out there

1 hr 6 min

This week, Kate sits down with studio buddy, Holly to discuss some of the trickier things one is faced with being an artist… like handling nasty comments online, copycats who straight-up steal style, competition in the art world and much more! Please reach out to us with any questions from this week's episode we love to hear your thoughts and feedback! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE FLORENCE - Why comparison is infecting your creative brain

14 min

This week is just a little solo episode with Kate, as she shares some of her ideas around why comparison is a blocker for creativity and the cycle of negativity it can create within a creative practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ZOE GREY - The gift of time & the courage of doing less

55 min

This week i chat with abstract painter Zoe grey from Tasmania. This was such a great chat thanks to Zoe for being so open and honest about life an an artist. Her Solo show with James Makin Gallery in Melbourne Runs from 31st May - 21st June. 10-4pm https://www.instagram.com/zoe__makes/?hl=en https://www.zoe-grey.com/about Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE FLORENCE - Creating Creative Structure

13 min

This week its just little old me chatting about the things that i have found really help me build structure within my days of being a full time artist. I share some favourite quotes and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JONNI CHEATWOOD - Making space to create with intention

51 min

This week, I sit down with LA based Contemporary painter Jonni Cheatwood. Innovative in his practice, I was so excited to speak with Jonni and learn more about his avante garde approach to canvas making. Interweaving mixed media, abstraction and personal narrative, Jonni explores the multifaceted themes of identity, anonymity and memory through his art. Constructing his canvases as quilt-like assemblages of sewn fabrics, his practice is truely unique ! In this episode we discuss what’s involved in his approach and the way his practice has evolved since starting, as well as the reality of low points like doubt, burnout and high expectations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Q&A - With Kate Florence and Holly Terry

56 min

This week, I sit down with my good friend and studio buddy, Holly Terry. We sit down to answer your questions, from how to price your work, the pros and con's of working with retail spaces, and the most loved materials we use. Thanks so much for the great questions everyone !! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MUSONGA MBOGO - Identity, art & the freedom of structure

57 min

This week i sit down with Musonga Mbogo, a visual artist and painter based in Canberra NSW, Australia. We chatted about the importance of paving the way to create the things you want to see in the world, the importance of rushing yourself and using art as a way of finding your own identity as a human and an artist. How location and culture deeply impacts his art practice, and it was so amazing to hear about all the incredible projects he has worked on as well as his insights into how he approaches his creative lifestyle. Such a great chat thank you Musonga for your calming warm spirit! https://www.instagram.com/musongambogo/ https://www.hake.house/artists/musonga-mbogo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JULZ BERESFORD - Embodying the spirit of a landscape and the power of age

45 min

This week I’m speaking with Julz Beresford, a traditional painter from the countryside of rural New South Wales! Having grown up immersed in the outdoors, Julz’s intent with her work is for the audience to feel engaged with the energy of the landscape and to embody how it feels to be there. We go through what it looks like to be a plein air artist, using your environment for endless inspiration, her philosophy and journey with creating art and the positive effect aging has had on her practice. Learn about Julz's current exhibition with Michael Reid here. You can find Julz on Instagram here and her website here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ABBEY RICH - Bridging the art divide and reimagining everyday spaces

55 min

In this week's episode, I chat with public and exhibiting artist, Abbey Rich. Passionate about working in public space, Abbey has worked with communities around the world to make artworks that are accessible to everyone. Through colour, pattern and warmth these collaborative pieces make everyday spaces feel brighter and more welcoming. Together we talk about the impact of making accessible art, job pitching, the incentive behind working hard and making art, as well as the responsibility of an artist. You can find Abbey on Instagram here- https://www.instagram.com/abbey_rich/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KATE FLORENCE - Reflections from growth in 2024

15 min

This week, it’s just me behind the mic, reflecting on changes I made in my practice that helped me grow in 2024. I chat about finding inspiration in memories, being honest on social media, trusting that scary leaps can pay off, and learning (the hard way) that saying no is essential to avoiding burnout.  We've got so many incredible conversations coming this season! Be sure to follow the pod on Instagram at @nitty_gritty_podcast for updates!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MATT CAUCHI - Making art you love and managing comparison

1 hr 0 min

This week I sit down with Matt Cauchi, a Sydney-based mixed media artist focused on pushing texture-based boundaries. His paintings are tactfully layered to reveal an interesting exploration of depth and dimension in his work. With his talents being celebrated in galleries around the world, Matt's aim is that each piece reveals a considered balance between beauty and chaos. In this episode, we talk about the challenges of juggling social media as a commercial artist, working through feelings of comparison and accepting where we are currently at. https://mattcauchiart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mattcauchiart/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ASH HOLMES - Staying curious, embracing challenge & running a gallery

54 min

This week i sit down with Ash Holmes, an abstract painter and co owner of HAKE House gallery, we discuss her career as an artist and the ups and downs that come with that. We discuss what Ash looks for in artists she works with at the gallery, her fear of public speaking and how she manages to stay curious in her practice. Loved this chat thanks so much Ash!! https://www.hake.house/ https://ashleighholmes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashholmesart/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

STATE OF ART - The power of sharing a studio

51 min

This week I sit down with some of my studio family- Rosie Woods, Holly Terry and Ebony Dew. Together we unpack life at The State of Art, exploring the highs and lows of sharing space, studio dynamics, and what it truly means to create and thrive as a collective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are prints devaluing your work?

18 min

This week is a solo episode, in which i breakdown the much request topic of how or if ever to make prints of original artwork. I breakdown my approach to making prints of my work and how its important to find a balance and structure around the sale of art reproduction prints. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TAMARA DEAN - Hope and creativity in an ever changing world

41 min

This week i sit down with renowned Australian photographer Tamara Dean! I loved this chat so much thank you to Tamara for being so open and honest about her process as an artist over the 25 years she has been creating. I truly engaging and inspiring conversation. https://www.instagram.com/tamaradean/?hl=en https://www.tamaradean.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KYLE STEED - The importance of perspective, human connection and self representation

1 hr 15 min

This weeks chat was so great! I sit down with Kyle Steed, a painter and Muralist based In Texas. Kyle is my first international guest, so much honest insight in this chat thanks so much to Kyle for bringing his calming energy and warmth to todays chat. His Website is https://www.kylesteed.com His Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kylesteed/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CASSI YOUNG - Global Fine Art Director at Artworks Group

57 min

This week I am in Singapore and I sit down with the lovely Cassi, the Global Fine Art Director at Artworks group in Singapore. We discuss her journey into the fine art world, the culture of high-end London auction houses and her transition into the gallery world. We discuss what Cassi looks for in Artists that the gallery chooses to work with, the artist gallery Relationship and much much more! I came to Singapore for the opening of my Duo exhibition and loved getting to connect in person with Cassi and the gallery team, who so deeply care about supporting their artists from all perspectives. Thanks So much to Cassi for taking the time to sit Down with me, such valuable insight! https://artworks.com.sg/news/cassi-young-joins-art-works-group-singapore-from-bonhams-london/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RAINBOW STUDIOS - Behind the scenes with Jade Gillett

32 min

This week is something a little bit different, Kate sits down with co founder of Rainbow studios Jade Gillet to discuss life behind the scenes of the gallery / concept space, we discuss the artist gallery relationship, Jades and Brent's unique approach to thinking outside the box when it comes to setting up a gallery space and her journey so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SARA WINFIELD - Creative redirection, authenticity & imposter syndrome

47 min

This week Kate sits down with abstract painter Sara Winfield, based in Fremantle WA, Sara discusses her personal creative journey , how she moved through different creative industries, how she's developed her painting career as a business, how become a mother made her more honest in her work, and so so much more! Sara was so honest and open in this chat and i know that it will be amazing for you to ear about her journey so far!! Her website -https://www.sarawinfield.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sarawinfield/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ROSIE WOODS - Murals, self comparison and investing in your work

53 min

This week I sit down with my dear friend and studio partner Rosie Woods, a muralist and painter from the UK based between Australia and UK. Rosie has been in the business of painting murals for many years, collaborating with brands such as Nike, Meta, Red bull and many more. I am endlessly inspired by Rosie and her skills, this was such an insightful and honest conversation about the ups and downs of life as a creative. Her website https://itsrosiewoods.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsrosiewoods/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAUREN JONES - Motherhood, creative practice and facilitating workshops

57 min

This week i sit down with painter, Lauren Jones. We discuss the many realms of creative living, alongside motherhood, the challenges of the long term nature of being a professional artist as well as facilitating workshops and much much more! Her website is https://laurenjones.gallery/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenjones_art/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AMBER CRESWELL BELL - What a leading art curator looks for in emerging artists

53 min

This week Kate chats with Amber Creswell Bell, renowned art curator and author based in Sydney. Amber has spent over a decade celebrating the arts through her publications and championing emerging artists. They chat about working creatively outside the 9-5, the mystical world of galleries, what she looks for in up and coming talent and much much more!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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