Brain Fuzz

In their triumphant return for a fourth season, Joe and Matthew review an art review, discuss some shows, and hit some high points of a cultural fact-finding mission. Trends in interior decorating are touched upon. Summer arts reading is referenced. Matthew takes the Brain Fuzz Audio Pick of the Day. The post . . . And We're Back appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew sit down to discuss their arts reading stacks. A bit of nourishment for the creative life is offered. A book review is reviewed. Recording locations are swapped, resulting in the first hybrid episode. “Hallmarkian” is used as a descriptor. Joe provides the Audio Pick of the Day. (Un)required Resources For Episode 66 […] The post The Post-Pandemic Hybrid Episode | Ep 66 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Ceramicist Masa Sasaki joins Joe and Matthew. Together, they discuss the differences between pottery and ceramics. Masa sheds light on the steps in the process. Form versus function is explored. Masa's work is viewed in the light of his unique history and perspective. Discoveries are made, and inspiration is found. (Un)required Resources For Episode 65 […] The post Nothing Being Wasted With Masa Sasaki | Ep 65 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew discuss the compartmentalization of creativity. They catch up on the often dreaded life event of moving – studios, houses, and art. Recent experiences and the best – and not-so-great – practices of art handling and placement are shared. Matthew provides the Audio Pick of the Day. (Un)required Resources For Episode 64 A […] The post Moving On . . . | Ep 64 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Painter Suzana Brborović joins Joe and Matthew for a conversation about her practice and studio life in Leipzig. Architecture, politics, and socio-economic factors in her work are discussed. Layers are peeled back. Some monuments prove unintended. Memorials are deconstructed. Discipline and balance in the artist's life are examined. Doubt is determined to be helpful. A […] The post Looking Up With Suzana Brborović | Ep 63 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Aspects of making, distributing, and presenting art are explored as Joe and Matthew mix up the format a bit. Recent trends in arts news are explored in a fresh and newly refined Art News Stack segment. Matthew attempts to demystify cryptocurrency and NFTs. Joe provides an Audio Pick of the Day with multiple visual art […] The post Art Sausage | Ep 62 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

From reality cooking show celebrity to helping local farmers, Leslie Parks Bailey talks with Joe and Matthew about her creative life – as well as her life among creatives. The conversation begins with the problem of labels: Does she consider herself a chef? Whether it is the daily routine or the inspiration for a new […] The post Leslie Parks Bailey: Earth Mama Superstar | Ep 61 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Why not begin Brain Fuzz Season 3 by comparing and contrasting the approaches of Frank Zappa and Marcel Duchamp? In the triumphant return of the Brain Fuzz art, music, and culture podcast, Joe and Matthew discuss the drive of an artist or creative person to create. How does that person adjust to a shifting environment […] The post Scarcity And The Stylistic Quantum Leap | Ep 60 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In part two of this final conversation from their Temporary Art Center residency, Joe and Matthew continue their discussion with art collector and arts benefactor Tim Schrager. An anecdote from a studio visit with artist Tom Sachs illustrates the connection between the art object and its meaning to the collector. Commissions and the public art […] The post Art World Navigation With Tim Schrager (Part 2) | Episode 59 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Art collector and arts benefactor Tim Schrager joins Joe and Matthew for a two-part conversation during their residency at The Temporary Art Center. They reflect on The Temporary Art Center and his role in it. (If you’re looking to throw a pop-up show, you could build a list of lessons learned from this by the […] The post Art World Navigation With Tim Schrager (Part 1) | Episode 58 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Photographer Fredrik Brauer joins Joe and Matthew for a discussion on his career path and how a photographer arrives – or maybe never arrives – at a final, defined identity. Described as an architectural photographer, Fredrik shares his thoughts on architecture and light as subjects and just what those images may be saying to us. […] The post Fredrik Brauer At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 57 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Photographer Jill Frank joins Joe and Matthew in their Temporary Art Center studio to discuss her work, her process, and her first foray into video. Large format cameras and photography – Jill’s tool and method of choice – are explored. The large format footprint within the context of our modern surroundings is considered. Dust and […] The post Jill Frank At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 56 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Jen Ray and electronic music producer Jason Forrest chat about her art, what it now means to identify as an “artist,” and more on this first couples’ edition of the Brain Fuzz arts podcast. From Atlanta to New York to Berlin and back again, the two share their creative journeys. Jen discusses her work […] The post Jen Ray & Jason Forrest At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 55 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Drew Conrad joins Joe and Matthew at The Temporary Art Center to discuss his work, travel, and the role that music has played in his practice. Following up on an earlier theme, the nature of reward is examined. Horizons of the west are explored. The DIY vs white glove treatment is unpacked. Speaking of […] The post Drew Conrad At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 54 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Joe Peragine joins Joe (the other one) and Matthew for a discussion on his art practice, work, and its connection to the natural and post-natural worlds. The meaning of success is explored. Audio choices in the studio are shared. The merits of bad taxidermy are considered. A previous guest walks in to join them […] The post Joe Peragine At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 53 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Curator and Director of the University of Kentucky Art Museum, Stuart Horodner, joins Joe and Matthew on opening night of the Temporary Art Center. A repeat Brain Fuzzer, Stuart shares insights on how projects like the Temporary Art Center come together and why artists often need channels like pop-up shows. Questions are fielded from the […] The post Stuart Horodner At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 52 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Opening night at the Temporary Art Center in Atlanta kicks off with a conversation among Joe, Matthew, and artist Marc Brotherton. They uncover new insights about Marc’s work and its tie to arcade games. Screen sizes and scale are discussed. Entertainment vs art is debated. The Brain Fuzz Analog Messaging Center is activated. (Un)required Resources for Episode […] The post Marc Brotherton At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 51 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In this brief episode, Joe and Matthew meet up again with artist Scott Ingram to observe their 50th episode milestone and announce a residency at the Temporary Art Center. It is exactly what it sounds like: A temporary project – a kind of pop up on speed – organized by Scott, and the scope is […] The post Well, It’s Temporary . . . | Episode 50 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Curator of photography Gregory Harris joins Joe and Matthew at a special location to talk curation, types of photography, museum culture, and the ins and outs of such institutional challenges as wall text. Specifically, they examine social documentary and the differences among related genres. Technology shifts across decades are put into context. “Film vs Digital” is observed as […] The post Gregory Harris And Geometric Dislocation | Episode 49 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In this much anticipated follow up to an earlier episode, artist Scott Ingram shares his thoughts on a recent exhibition that was literally demolished. In the resulting discussion, the origin of creative ideas is observed, and they explore the very nature of creative practice. Biennials are discussed – including their role and related curatorial challenges. A sober […] The post Scott Ingram And The Bigger Pond (Part 2) | Episode 48 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

The sculpture studio of artist Christina West is the site of a discussion on her work, practice, and aspects of the creative life. A basketball goal triggers a discussion on work / life balance while maintaining an arts career. A Mattress Factory show is discussed. Controversy and another c-word (censorship) plays a role. A centuries-old […] The post Christina West Pulls Us Into Three Dimensions | Episode 47 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

On the heels of a recent solo show, artist Sarah Hobbs hosts Joe and Matthew at her studio. Impressed by the tidiness of the space, the co-hosts are curious if she straightened up just for them. The conversation drifts toward how one keeps a studio while managing the flow of projects and exhibitions. Because she […] The post Sarah Hobbs And The Mystery Of Abandoned Spaces | Episode 46 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Paris travel and art studio life kick off this lunchtime discussion. After a long winter break, Joe and Matthew have much to catch up on resulting in a lengthier episode chock full of art travel insights – ranging from recommended destinations to museum critique. Artist, movie, book, and graphic novel recommendations are made. Colorful anecdotes […] The post A Working Lunch | Episode 45 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In Joe and Matthew’s triumphant return from a long winter break, artist Dana Haugaard joins them for a visit to one of his recent installations. They discuss Haugaard’s work in sound and sensation as well as his journey (which has often been by truck) between cities and studios. Spanning different venues including an Atlanta brewery, the conversation […] The post Dana Haugaard And The Tight Circles of Life | Episode 44 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Whether you’re into the arts, architecture, or sustainability, if you haven’t heard of Serenbe, you should. With a totally different approach to, well, just about everything, it’s a case study in cultivating an arts-centric community. Joe and Matthew join Megan Schaeffer, the Art Farm Director at Serenbe, to discuss their community and arts program. Along the […] The post Megan Schaeffer And The High, Low, And In-Between | Episode 43 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Scott Ingram talks with Joe and Matthew the week before an art event unique to Atlanta but with relevance for cities everywhere. All of the work in Til The Lights Go Out, which he is curating, will be demolished at the end of the exhibition along with the gallery space in which it is being housed. There are […] The post Scott Ingram And The Bigger Pond (Part 1) | Episode 42 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew take on artist evolution and even institutionalism in this extra special, extra lengthy episode. It kicks off with a brief review of a Todd Rundgren concert and moves into something that borders on institutional critique. Storm King Art Center and DIA:Beacon get more than just mentions. Alex Katz quotes inspire healthy discussion. […] The post Armchair Anthropology From Behind The Line | Episode 41 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Cohorts Joe and Matthew meet up with artist Steven Anderson at an offsite location. Detoxing from social media and technology is just one of the many topics they explore. Steven shares his creative journey through spots across the country and globe. The nuts and bolts of an artist-run space are examined. Arts education, studio spaces, […] The post Steven Anderson And The Amish Cleanse | Episode 40 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

After a summer road trip through upstate New York, Matthew shares highlights from Albany to Kinderhook with Joe. Some rock history is shared. The cover of Bringing It All Back Home is referenced. An artist with his own “ism” is discussed. Gallery, book, film, podcast, and even hotel recommendations are offered. Matthew takes his turn […] The post (Upstate) New York Stories | Episode 39 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join artist Krista Clark at her studio, a unique space with its own interesting story. Together they discuss her work, creative practice, and what feeds it. Recent successes are celebrated. The time suck of social media is investigated. Along the way, topics including gentrification, activism, and institutionalism in art are explored. Fast […] The post Krista Clark And Heavy Metal Rehearsal | Episode 38 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

After a summer break, Joe and Matthew return to the studio complex. Though they’re a little rusty at first, the conversation quickly turns to a recent travel destination. Art and music highlights of Memphis TN are shared. This also sparks a conversation around the evolution of – and ties between – technology, consumer models, and community. Previous […] The post Of Memphis and Rusty Technology | Episode 37 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join multi-disciplinary artist Ben Coleman over tea to discuss his sound work. They visit Ben’s Room of Future Hits for a listen to projects past and present. Then, it’s back to tea and a brief tour of Ben’s record collection. The strengths of McCartney II are explored. The pros and cons of […] The post Ben Coleman And The Hiss of Life | Episode 36 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

A documentary recommendation and adventures in vinyl shops are highlights in part two of this conversation between co-hosts Joe and Matthew at the studio complex. Continuing with an account of travel through Florida, the topic of gentrification is revisited. Debate on the canon again re-emerges and references an earlier Brain Fuzz conversation with artist Craig […] The post Of Readymades and Gentrification (Part 2) | Episode 35 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Back at the studio complex, Matthew shares highlights from a trip through Florida. The conversation winds its way across topics ranging from the ties between Dalí and Duchamp to this century’s wave of Edison bulbs and reclaimed wood. Several museums and studio spaces are recommended. Arts community encounters are shared. Joe offers insights on Sex, Drugs, […] The post Of Readymades and Gentrification (Part 1) | Episode 34 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Seana Reilly joins Joe and Matthew at the studio complex to discuss her work and work habits. Graphite and its wild ways are examined. Mindfulness meditation and the teachings of the Buddha are explored. Art studio needs and culture are considered along with sofas and sleep cycles. Big questions of this nature are asked: […] The post Seana Reilly And The Glitter Buddha | Episode 33 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Craig Drennen is joined by Joe and Matthew at an undisclosed location. In this conversation culled from hours of recording, the three explore Drennen’s work, his process, and professional journey. Along that path, the three delve into minutiae ranging from vaping to Thomas Paine’s funeral. Drennen shares an encounter with Chuck Close at a pivotal […] The post Craig Drennen And The Hijacking of Bandwidth | Episode 32 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Art travel destinations in Ohio kick off Joe and Matthew’s return to the studio complex. Artist statements are unpacked and repacked. Art world subterfuge is uncovered, and a fledgling segment continues to stretch its wings. The band SQÜRL is praised, and a Jim Jarmusch impression is attempted. Movie picks are casually offered, while an official […] The post Raisons D’être | Episode 31 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join multi-disciplinary artist Paul Stephen Benjamin on site at The Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia for a thoughtful conversation on his his work, process, and creative path. They explore the balance between life and work. Audience interaction and intentionality are examined. Strategies for television collection are discussed. Resources From This Episode […] The post Cacophony vs. Symphony With Paul Stephen Benjamin | Episode 30 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Painter Vivian Liddell joins Joe and Matthew for a discussion centered on her path in the arts. She shares her special blend of hard-won wisdom gathered between Athens, GA and New York. Then there’s study at the Pratt Institute. And, then the struggles of studio life. Plus family life. Labels and criticism are explored. Insights into teaching and feminism are offered. […] The post Hard-Won Wisdom With Vivian Liddell | Episode 29 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist writing and the importance of writing ability in the arts ecosystem are explored in this second part of a two part conversation. Often the lines become blurred between arts criticism and other arts writing. What exactly is that line in today’s environment where criticism becomes criticism? For artists who also write criticism, a tension […] The post You Know, I Was Watching You (Part 2) | Episode 28 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Amid the shuffling of handouts and show prep, Joe and Matthew dig into Joe’s recent trip to upstate New York. Bard College and DIA:Beacon are highlighted. Mentorship and collaboration in the creative life are discussed – what does mentorship really look like? Matthew provides the audio pick of the day. Incidental film picks are offered. […] The post You Know, I Was Watching You (Part 1) | Episode 27 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

After a rare break, Joe and Matthew rejoin at the studio complex to explore creative and career trajectories in the arts. A Brain Fuzz lost episode centered on the band Big Star serves as the point of departure. An essay by sculptor David Smith is discussed. Matthew shares delightful randomness from trips to Kentucky and San […] The post Chasing The Zeitgeist | Episode 26 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Painter and sculptor Tori Tinsley joins Joe and Matthew for a broad discussion on the creative life. They start with a look at the process of putting a mural together, then move to the inspirations for her work. She shares the experience of a studio flood and dealing with its aftermath, recalling a previous episode on […] The post After The Flood With Tori Tinsley | Episode 25 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Exploding beers punctuate a conversation between Joe and Matthew on the nature of experiences in the arts. A recent piece in The New York Times – “Fixing the Met: Art Lovers Speak” – inspires discussion on museum visitor expectations and the trajectory toward the all-encompassing experience. What are the reasons for this shift? Are we really […] The post Spring Break Forever! | Episode 24 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew lead a group of arts patrons on a Brain Fuzz excursion in support of arts non-profit Burnaway. Sitting down for a discussion at the Zuckerman Museum of Art with curator Sarah Higgins, they discuss career trajectories for curators, how shows come together, titles, wall text, and more. Sarah recounts an impressive number of […] The post Intellectual Hoarding With Sarah Higgins | Episode 23 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

On a sunny afternoon back at the studio complex, Joe and Matthew recap recent episodes including their conversation with artist Bojana Ginn. Topics include the compulsion to create, artist jobs, and managing expectations in the creative life. The Shins are mentioned. Jenny Holzer is referenced. A future episode is teasered. The post Recapping On A Sunny Afternoon | Episode 22 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join artist Bojana Ginn at her studio to explore her unique cross-disciplinary path. They examine her work and how she finds balance in the creative life. Sustainability, immigration, and communism are discussed. Richard Tuttle gets a mention. Finally, she reveals how she found her own personal Yoda.   Who Is Bojana Ginn? […] The post A Cocktail of Contradictions With Bojana Ginn | Episode 21 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Back at Joe’s studio, Matthew is armed with a copy of Eric Maisel’s Mastering Creative Anxiety. The two explore coping (or not coping) with anxiety in the creative life. Another source of solace – Letters To A Young Artist – is also called upon. New theme music is introduced. Goal posts are shifted. It’s Matthew’s turn to […] The post A Tricky Dance on a Slippery Slope | Episode 20 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

An Airstream Argosy pulls up and parks. Joe and Matthew get in. The driver is Lacey Haslam, the Archive of Creative Culture’s Lead Organizer. Conversation ensues, centering on the creative minds that help populate the Archive. Airstream restoration, travel, and mobility are explored. David Salle is read aloud, and advice for art school graduates is offered […] The post Marginalia With Lacey Haslam | Episode 19 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Back from a Deep Dive in Savannah, Joe and Matthew reflect on their visit and their conversation with curator Rachel Reese. Stops at The SCAD Museum of Art and the Jepson Center – part of the Telfair Museums – are included. Exhibitions by Jose Parla, Carlos Cruz-Diez, and Chiharu Shiota, are discussed. The day’s audio […] The post . . . But, That’s Savannah | Episode 18 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

While on a Brain Fuzz Deep Dive in Savannah GA, Joe and Matthew are joined by curator Rachel Reese. In a first for Brain Fuzz, the conversation is simulcasted live from the Jepson Center on KCHUNG radio. More about that in the podcast. They discuss museums and the life of a curator. Along the way, […] The post The KCHUNG Simulcast With Rachel Reese | Episode 17 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.