Ministry of Arts Podcast
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About
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 <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer'
Episodes
- REWIND Ep.59 Wilfrid Wood - Ministry of Arts Podcast
This REWIND episode features Gary Mansfield interviewing sculptor Wilfrid Wood, known for his Plasticine creations and satirical work reminiscent of Spitting Image.
- Ep.304 O and A Collective - Ministry of Arts Podcast
Gary Mansfield interviews UK-based artists Zoe Moss and Jonny Fyvie, known as the O and A Collective. They discuss their collaborative approach, merging distinct painting styles and exploring themes through popular culture characters and r…
- Ep.303 Tamm Reynolds - Ministry of Arts Podcast
Gary Mansfield interviews Tamm Reynolds, an artist whose work contrasts grounded observation with a theatrical alter ego named Midgitte Bardot. Their creative process translates lived experiences into performance, focusing on survival, sub…
- Ep.302 Kellie Miller - Ministry of Arts Podcast
Gary Mansfield interviews Kellie Miller about Kellie Miller Arts, an artist-owned gallery in Brighton. Three finalists for Sussex Portrait of the Year 2026 are also featured: Sarah Hawxwell, Ava Brimilcombe, and Milo Hartnoll.
- Ep.301 Matt Murphy - Ministry of Arts Podcast
Gary Mansfield interviews artist Matt Murphy, known for abstract watercolour and oil portraits created with a modern approach. The episode also introduces three finalists from the Sussex Paoty 2026.
- Ep.300 Sara Reeve/Sussex PAotY - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@sarareevedraws) We are very excited to have Sara Reeve to the Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2026 judging panel! As a former runner-up on Sky’s Portrait @artis…
- REWIND Ep.51 Maggi Hambling - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield talks to Maggi Hambling Maggi Hambling is a prominent British painter and sculptor known for her expressive, often controversial work. Born in 1945 in Sudbury, Suffolk, she studied at the Ipswich School of Ar…
- Ep.299 Calum Hall/Creative Debuts - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Calum Hall of Creative Debuts (@CreativeDebuts) Creative Debuts connect artists with brands, businesses, and art lovers - through art rental, commissions, events, and storytelling that sparks…
- REWIND Ep.38 Martyn Ware - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield talks to sound artist Martyn Ware (@martynware), music producer and founding member of both Human League & Heaven 17. Martyn co-curated ReAnimate, an exhibition of sound spread over severa…
- Ep.298 Michelle Heron - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Pure Evil (@MichelleHeron.art) Michelle Heron is best known for her evocative paintings of shop-fronts, which capture the quiet character of everyday streets. Working primarily in oil, Heron…
- REWIND Ep.31 Katie Piper - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode (recorded: Feb 2019) Gary Mansfield speaks to Katie Piper OBE (@katiepiper_) Katie Piper OBE is popular TV presenter/personality, model, writer, activist and a whole lot more. In 2008 she was horrifical…
- REWIND Ep.30 Emily Malice - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield talks to Emily Malice (@emilymalice) Emily Malice is one of the most sort-after artists in the UK, she is one of the many bold and powerful women that are rebalancing the gender scale of the once heavily male…
- Ep.297 Catrin Osborne - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Catrin Osborne (@CatrinOsborne) Catrin Osborne is a multidisciplinary artist and photographer whose work explores identity, femininity and the shifting nature of the female body. Known for he…
- Ep.296 James Payne/Great Art Explained - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Payne (@GreatArtExplained) James Payne is a writer, curator and YouTuber, known for demystifying art via his popular YouTube channel Great Art Explained . His newly released book, Great…
- REWIND Ep.24 Gina Soden - Ministry of Arts Art Podcast
In this rewind episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Gina Soden (REC: 2019). Gina is a photographic artist that enters once grand and regal buildings to capture images of the last remnants of beauty within those decaying walls. Back in the stud…
- Ep.295 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) Dave Buonaguidi (aka Real Hackney Dave) is best known for his bold, witty, and thought-provoking screen prints that blend vintage imagery with striki…
- REWIND Ep.20 Dave Buonaguidi - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Dave Buonaguidi (@RealHackneyDave) - November 2018. Dave Buonaguidi had literally decided to become a screen-printer overnight. He left his job, in advertising on a Friday, went on a one-day…
- Ep.294 Stefdies - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Stefdies (@StefDies) Stefdies is a performance and conceptual artist known for her striking photographic series in which she stages her own “death” in public and private spaces. Her wo…
- REWIND Ep.19 Mark Wallinger - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mark Wallinger (recorded: November 2018). Mark Wallinger is known for exploring identity, faith, and politics through diverse media. His Labyrinth (2013) project placed unique labyrinth desig…
- Ep.293 Rod Kitson - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rod Kitson (@RodKitsonArt) Rod Kitson is an artist known for his expressive portraiture and socially engaged art projects. Kitson’s work often explores themes of identity, community, and ment…
- REWIND Ep.18 Mat Collishaw - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Mat Collishaw (recorded: Nov 2018). Mat Collishaw was a key figure in Damien Hirst's legendary Freeze exhibition, as well as Charles Saatchi's controversial [at the time] Sensations ex…
- Ep.292 Kevin Devonport - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Kevin Devonport (@KevinDevonportFineArt) Kevin Devonport is a self-taught British artist whose journey from prison to international recognition highlights the life-changing power of art. Rais…
- REWIND Ep.15 Rugman - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Rugman (@@rugmanart) Rugman is known for blending street art with fine art influences. His bold work often combines graphic iconography, stencil techniques, and layered textures.  …
- Ep.291 Helen Starr pt.2/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast
PART 2 In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary) Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, a…
- Ep.290 Helen Starr pt.1/2 - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Helen Starr (@themechatroniclibrary) Helen Starr, a Trinidadian artist and activist, is known for blending digital technology with cultural storytelling. She explores identity, indigeneity, a…
- REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep. 14: Bill Daggs - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs (@billdaggs) In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Bill Daggs, a multidisciplinary artist who weaves painting, sculpture, in…
- Ep.289 Graeme Messer - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Graeme Messer (@GraemeMesser) Graeme Messer is a London-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans assemblage, photography, text, and performance. Originally from South Africa, he…
- REWIND Ep.13 Franko B - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Franko B (@franko_b_artist) Franko B is a performance and multidisciplinary artist known for using his body to explore themes of pain, love, and politics. Active since the 1990s…
- Ep.288 Haus of Lucy - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Haus of Lucy (@HouseOfLucy) Haus of Lucy is a contemporary multimedia artist based in Sussex, celebrated for her unique fusion of traditional art with modern culture, often delivered w…
- REWIND Ep.08 Alice Maher - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Alice Maher (@Maher. Alice) Alice Maher is a prominent Irish contemporary artist whose work explores themes of identity, gender, mythology, and the body. Born in 1956 in County Tippera…
- REWIND Ep.07 Simon Callery - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Simon Callery (@Simon.Callery) Simon Callery is known for his innovative approach to painting, which bridges the gap between two-dimensional surfaces and three-dimensional space…
- Ep.287 SLART a.k.a Steven Light - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to SLART (@SLART.ME) SLART — a figurative expressionist and proud outsider artist based in Swindon, UK. He dropped out of his A-level art class after his teacher told him he…
- REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Si Sapsford (@SiSapsford) Si Sapsford is a multidisciplinary artist known for her innovative work across performance, install…
- REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Gray & Cafe Art (@CafeArtUK) In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to both abstract artist James Gray and to Cafe Ar…
- Ep.286 Zack Mennell - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Zack Mennell (@ZackMennell) Zack Mennell is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist whose work delves into themes of queerness, neurodivergence, and the complexities of visibility. Through per…
- REWIND Ep.04 Carrie Reichardt - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Reichardt (@CarrieReichardt) Carrie Reichardt is not only one of Gary Mansfield's favourite artists, but one of his favourite people. She is such a multi-layerd person, a m…
- Ep.285 Jessica Gale - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jessica Gale (@Jess.Gale.Art) Jessica Gale is a British landscape artist born in 1967 in Catterick, Yorkshire. She began painting in 2010 during a period living in Amsterdam, insp…
- REWIND: Ep. 02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWID to August 2018: Ep.02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast In Episode 2 you get to meet Patrick Hughes, the artist that brought about the mind-boggling Reverse Perspective manner of painting on a 3D surface. The sound quality o…
- Ep.284 Erin-Atlanta Argun A.K.A The “Excuse me girl” - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Erin-Atlanta Argun (@erinatlanta) Erin-Atlanta Argun is an art and fashion historian who works as the Commissioning Editor for Edition Magazine at MyArtBroker. She is widely recognised for he…
- REWIND: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast
REWIND to July 2018: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast The very first episode of The Mizog Art Podcast features conceptual Maximalist painter Duggie Fields. Duggie was the very first artist that corresponded with Gary Mansfi…
- Ep.283 Sara Reeve - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@SaraReeveDraws) Sara Reeve is a Brighton-based painter and tutor with a primary focus on portraiture and painting people. Her work is characterised by strong use of colour, bold…
- Ep.282 Carrie Jean Goldsmith - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Jean Goldsmith (@CarrieJeanGoldsmith) Carrie Jean Goldsmith is a Canadian-born artist residing in the UK, celebrated for her abstract paintings that emphasize colour, light, and tonal…
- Ep.281 Meg Molloy/Working Arts Club - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Meg Malloy/Working Arts Club (@WorkingArtsClub) Founded by Meg Molloy in 2024, the Working Arts Club is a London-based independent network dedicated to professionals in the arts from working-…
- Ep.280 Daisy Collingridge - Ministry of Arts Podcast
In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Daisy Collingridge (@Daisy_Collingridge) Daisy Collingridge is a artist renowned for her unique and thought-provoking textile sculptures. A graduate of Central Saint Martins with a bac…
- Ep.279 Eden Maseyk - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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… Me…
- Ep.278 Amy Dury - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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 …
- Ep.277 Wendy Barratt - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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…
- Ep.276 Louise Duggan - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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 wit…
- Ep.275 David Shillinglaw - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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…
- Ep.274 JPR Stitch - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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…