The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 132
A comprehensive appraisal of the Art Fairs of Los Angeles as seen through the perspective of a rap music enthusiast
Timmy Black Presents: The Lives of Contemporary Artists
Timmy Black Presents: The Lives of Contemporary Artists offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the people who shape today's visual culture. Host Timmy Black engages with painters, sculptors, installation creators, and digital pioneers, moving beyond the polished gallery openings and critical reviews to find the real stories. This podcast delves into the messy, unpredictable, and profoundly human side of making art. Conversations explore the practical struggles of finding studio space, the emotional weight of creative blocks, and the complex relationship between commercial success and personal vision. You'll hear firsthand accounts of the moments of breakthrough and the periods of doubt, all told with an unflinching honesty. It’s a series dedicated to the unvarnished tales from the art world, as the original description promises, providing a direct line to the thoughts and experiences of working artists. Each episode feels like an intimate studio visit, a chance to understand not just the finished work, but the life that fuels it. For anyone curious about the process, the pressure, and the personality behind contemporary art, this podcast serves as an essential and revealing document. Tune in for genuine dialogues that illuminate the often unseen journey of artistic creation.
Episodes
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 131
Could art and technology be the product of an arranged marriage on the verge of annulment? Timmy Black weighs in.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 130
The work of Norwegian artist Sophia Lagrimar inspires a few thoughtful New Year's resolutions.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 129
The greatly anticipated annual Top Ten Artists list for 2022!
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 128
Timmy plugs an amazing new t-shirt enterprise, Dead Poets Hard Wear, by interviewing its brilliant CEO. Find it at deadpoetshardwear.com
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 127
The necessity of networking for artists is made clear in this important episode. The how's and why's are surprisingly simple and easily applicable. This is required listening for all ambitious artists.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 126
Join Timmy Black as he takes a college tour at one of the country's most prestigious art schools.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 125
With the recent publication of Micah Carpentier's Song of Songs, Los Angeles artist Dahlia Danton shares with Timmy her insights on Carpentier's life and work.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 124
Often misunderstood, almost always under appreciated, art critics serve a vital role in the cultural community. Timmy attempts to correct this injustice.
The Lives of Contemporary Artists: Episode 123
Sometimes our prejudices taint our aesthetic judgments. In this episode Timmy has some tips on how to avoid jumping to conclusions.
