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A thousand facets sit with the incredible Alice Cicolini. They spoke about her childhood surrounded by art, her time as a curator and how jewelry found her. She has taken her travels as an inspiration for her work and she celebrates the makers behind it. About: Alice Cicolini is a designer and creative commissioner, curator of several international touring exhibitions on design and a published author, including a book on contemporary British dandyism, The New English Dandy, for Thames & Hudson. She is a Research Associate at Central St Martins, where she graduated in 2009 with a Masters in Jewellery Design. Formerly Director Arts & Culture for the British Council in India, she remains closely involved with Indian craft and design. Alice has exhibited at the V&A, Sotheby's and Homo Faber. She has collaborated with Carpenters Workshop Jewellery and CAST, as well as Peter Ting and heritage British pearl company Winterson. Alice was part of the British Fashion Council's celebrated Rock Vaults initiative, curated by Stephen Webster, from 2012-2015. Her work has been featured by Joanna Hardy (Masters of Modern Jewellery),  Carol Woolton (Drawing Jewels for Fashion), Olivier Dupon (The New Jewellers) and Melanie Grant (Coveted). A chapter of Kyle Roderick's book for Rizzoli (Bejewelled: The World of Ethical Jewelry) has been dedicated to Alice's appreciation for and dedication to the sustainability of artisanal skill. Alice Cicolini is available at Liberty, Twist, Dover Street Market, Auverture and a select list of inspirational independent stores across the US, Japan and Europe. You can follow Alice on Instagram @alicecicolini or her website https://www.alicecicolini.com/ Please visit @athousandfacets on Instagram to see some of the work discussed in this episode. Music by @chris_keys__ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we are joined by co-founder of The Better Trends Company, Louise Healy, here today to talk about her career journey and of course all things trends! The Better Trends Company are a trend and design agency doing better, with focused trend insights and design strategies to fuel creativity and empower confident decisions for SME's. By turning trends into actionable tools, they help you create purposeful products that resonate with your audience. Better trends lead to better products—and brighter futures for your brand, your customers, and the planet.As buyers, trend planning and research is part of the job that we LOVE the most, so we are super excited to talk to Louise today about how she started The Better Trends Company and her career journey to date, that squiggly line that led her to where she is today. After graduating from Central St Martins, Louise started out as a stylist and art director creating editorials for Vogue, GQ and Harpers Bazaar and has worked for global brands such as Samsung, Chanel, Google and Ikea. Louise tells us how she met her co-founder Natalie and the inspiration behind starting The Better Trends CompanyWe discuss how important it is that trends are used for the better, to connect with your customer and not to drive unwanted product ranges. Louise talks about how the The Better Trends Collective membership is creating a community of collaboration which is key for retail survival. We also chat through some valuable trend round ups from the latest catwalk shows as Louise talks us through what trends she's been seeing coming through and the brand/designers she is admiring right now. Our key takeaways:1) Investing in trend information is incredible valuable for your brand DNA - giving confidence, alignment with brand and reducing markdown2) Trends don't exist without people, real trends form through behaviours and attitudes, pay attention to the big picture over fads!3) Trust the journey you are on, your experiences will help inform your thinking and approach and that is your individual superpowerFor more information on The Better Trends Co. membership or how to work with Louise and Natalie head to www.the better trends company.com or email them directly on hello@thebettertrendscompany.comIf you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM with any 'Retail Therapy' storiesFind out more about us www.buyingandbeyond.com

Abonnez-vous à ma Newsletter-> Newsletter les Voix de la Photo-> This episode is an extract from an interview. You will find the entire interview on this same account.In this episode, I am with Daria Bonera, who chose to carve her own path in the photography industry rather than follow in her mother's footsteps. After studying at Central St Martins, she began her career at Grazia Neri Agency, representing international photographers. Daria shares her experiences transitioning from Milan to New York and the insights she gained about the differing photography markets. Now working as an independent consultant and producer, she offers valuable advice for aspiring photographers about collaboration, confidence, and humility.DB Agency's website: https://www.dariabonera.com/Pour devenir partenaire du podcast : https://bit.ly/sponsoriserLVDLPPour vous inscrire à la newsletter du podcast : https://bit.ly/lesvoixdelaphotonewsletterLe site du podcast : https://lesvoixdelaphoto.fr/Et vous pouvez retrouvez le podcast sur Instagram, Facebook et LinkedIn @lesvoixdelaphotoLes Voix de la Photo est un podcast produit et réalisé par Marine Lefort. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Abonnez-vous à ma Newsletter-> Newsletter les Voix de la PhotoIn this episode, I am with Daria Bonera, who chose to carve her own path in the photography industry rather than follow in her mother's footsteps. After studying at Central St Martins, she began her career at Grazia Neri Agency, representing international photographers. Daria shares her experiences transitioning from Milan to New York and the insights she gained about the differing photography markets. Now working as an independent consultant and producer, she offers valuable advice for aspiring photographers about collaboration, confidence, and humility.2'15 – She did not want to be a photographer like her mother, but she wanted to work in the field of photography.5'30 – She studied fashion at Central St Martins, and her courses were not focused on photography. She started working at Grazia Neri Agency, the agency that represents her mother.8'10 – She represented international photographers. Her job involved presenting photos to the sales team of the agency and finding new photographers.10' – She went to New York when she was 30 years old because the market was changing (online content and the financial crisis), and she was looking for a new challenge. She worked as a consultant for Grazia Neri and for Donna Ferrato, a prominent photographer represented by Grazia Neri in the States. She decided not to stay in New York and went back to Milan.14' – The main differences she observed between the photography industries in New York and Milan are that New York is a huge market, home to the bibles of photojournalism like The New York Times and the National Geographic Society, while the design and fashion market is significant in Italy, with fewer opportunities but also fewer competitors.16' – She started working as an independent consultant because the big agency couldn't survive (Grazia Neri closed down in 2009).18' – She decided to be a photography consultant and producer, working with photographers, as well as videomakers and film directors.21'45 – Now, she works more and more directly with clients rather than through an agency. Advertising agencies are also having a hard time these days, and brands often have their own marketing offices.25' – Her advice to young photographers seeking to enter the industry is to build a team around them. They should be confident, never stop dreaming, and be humble. Young photographers can't be snobby when it comes to commercial jobs.31' – The qualities she looks for when she meets a photographer are technique, composition, light, choice of subject, unique vision, and magic!DB Agency website : https://www.dariabonera.com/Pour devenir partenaire du podcast : https://bit.ly/sponsoriserLVDLPPour vous inscrire à la newsletter du podcast : https://bit.ly/lesvoixdelaphotonewsletterLe site du podcast : https://lesvoixdelaphoto.fr/Et vous pouvez retrouvez le podcast sur Instagram, Facebook et LinkedIn @lesvoixdelaphotoLes Voix de la Photo est un podcast produit et réalisé par Marine Lefort. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In this episode of Exhibit A, Abbey Clancy welcomes Sarah Shotton, the creative force behind the iconic lingerie brand Agent Provocateur. With over 25 years of experience, Sarah has transformed the way women perceive and embrace their bodies through daring and empowering lingerie designs. A farmer's daughter from the northeast of England, Sarah shares her journey from her early days at Central St Martins to becoming the creative director at Agent Provocateur. The conversation delves into Sarah's personal struggles with body image, her passion for creating confidence in women worldwide, and the provocative, yet elegant essence of the brand she helms. Sarah also reflects on her career challenges, the cultural impact of Agent Provocateur, and the importance of embracing one's body at any age.FOLLOW EXHIBIT A:INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/exhibitashowTIKTOK: tiktok.com/@exhibitashowYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/ @exhibitashow FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/exhibitashow/FOLLOW ABBEY CLANCY: INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/abbeyclancyTHERAPY CROUCH:INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thetherapycrouchTIKTOK: tiktok.com/@thetherapycrouchYOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/ @thetherapycrouch MARVELLOUS NETWORK: marvellousclub.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/marvellousclub AGENT PROVOCATEUR: https://www.agentprovocateur.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwuMC2BhA7EiwAmJKRrG6VT8MOD1Sbttly6iz_B30pe7zy1NCo78EDz-JQUaIYQB6wRzixgxoCx24QAvD_BwE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're not in Copenhagen for fashion week, here's your (virtual) ticket :)Last week, we talked to Ane from Alpha about studying fashion in the Nordics and how to make it as an artistic designer.Over the next three episodes, we've got interviews with some of the most exciting names to watch from the region.First up is Alectra Rothschild, whose show for her Masculina label was one of the most anticipated, thanks to last season's electric on-schedule debut.Vogue noted it was "probably history-making' - because Alectra was the first openly trans woman to show at Copenhagen, and because of the her iconic community casting. Listen out in this chat for the part about what a positive force that representation has been - she gets so many messages from fans around the world saying they feel seen. And want to place orders.Another big theme in this interview is sustainable business models, and what works when you're a small designer. How do you scale? Do you want to? Do you even try? Maybe you plan to go and work for an established house instead? Or, is there a way to stay independent, cater to your community and keep things bespoke?For Alectra (who trained as a tailor, worked at Mugler and did her MA at Central St Martins in London), it's about seeing herself as a "designer, but also maker, artist and costume designer" and focusing - for now at least - on commissioned pieces.Ask her to sum up her clothes and she says, “flamboyant, high femme, and quite shameless”. She's done with being put in a box and categorised - we contain multitudes. Above all she wants to enjoy herself. She makes clothes for night life. Her runways are a party, calling to mind the 1980s when the most exciting fashion scene was DIY, driven by club culture and community. Good times ahead.Can you help us spread the word ?Wardrobe Crisis is an independent production. We don't believe in barriers to entry and are determined to keep this content free.If you value it, please help by sharing your favourite Episodes, and rating / reviewing us in Apple orSpotify. Thank you!Find Clare on Instagram @mrspress Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk about architecture on television in Britain in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Contributors: Gillian Darley is an architectural historian, author and broadcaster, whose books include Excellent Essex and biographies of Sir John Soane, John Evelyn and Octavia Hill. Gillian has written extensively about Ian Nairn, including the 2013 book Ian Nairn: Words in Place with David McKie. Tom Dyckhoff is a historian, writer, teacher and broadcaster about architecture, geographies, design and cities. Tom has written and presented lots of series and documentaries for television. He teaches the history and theory of cities & architecture at University College London and Central St Martins, University of the Arts, London. Tom's phd research explores how television constructs a “public sphere” in which ideas about architecture, space and the city are constructed, contested and “made public”. Clips: Ian Nairn, Football Towns: Bolton and Preston, BBC, 1975 (1.38 on Preston Bus Garage) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k67CS9fQra4 Ian Nairn, Football Towns: Bolton and Preston, BBC, 1975 (8.44 on St Saviours, Bolton) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hLb4bjd6_4 Ian Nairn No Two the Same (Pacemakers), (featuring Churchill Gardens and Lillington Gardens), BBC, 1970 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZxhOSDvj4E Ian Nairn, Nairn Across Britain: from London to Lancashire, BBC, 1972 (featuring Northampton market hall) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJ8eyMqJkwY Ian Nairn, The More We Are Together: Eric Lyons the architect of suburbia, BBC, 1969 https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p01rwl9f/omnibus-the-more-we-are-together Ian Nairn, Football Towns: Huddersfield and Halifax, BBC, 1975 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQfgA_6HLT0 Stuart Hall on The Late Show, BBC, 1989 https://youtu.be/J2EFuf3yhaE?si=RTmKKXEfdld8n9h6 John Berger, Ways of Seeing: episode one, BBC, 1972 https://youtu.be/0pDE4VX_9Kk?si=clZObw7skqoFTq8- Patrick Keiller, London, BBC, 1994 https://youtu.be/nkfhFRiRmIw?si=Dfa7rBg8mhTec6k4

Paulina is a Swiss-Mexican theatre-maker, performer, director and designer based in London. She trained as a designer at Central St Martins and was featured in Dezeen and Wired, before attending Ecole Philippe Gaulier to study theatre and clowning.  This is her origin story. She also talks about her 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Puella Eterna'. Paulina's Profile and Social Media HERE www.onthemic.co.uk

Today's guest is Sharmadean Reid MBE, a serial founder and author. Sharmadean grew up in Wolverhampton, surrounded by strong female influences before she went to London to study at Central St Martins. She then became a successful stylist and creative consultant before starting her first business at 25 -  WAH nails – a pioneering nail salon in East London.  Despite wanting to quit after six months, she celebrated the shop's ten year anniversary before closing it down and launching Beautystack - a beauty tech startup (with outside funding) and, following Covid which hit the beauty industry hard,  she is now founder and CEO of The Stack World– a global media platform and community for women.In this conversation, Sharmadean talks me through her life and career journey from the curious young girl in Wolverhampton with high aspirations to the powerful business woman she became, her likes and dislikes about being a founder in a male-dominated world, the lessons she has taken from her businesses to life, and her new book, New Methods for Women: A Manifesto for Independence– a book which I consider to be the new bible for women.Like her book, this conversation will no doubt uplift women everywhere. Because Sharmadean gives us the playbook for how to succeed... on our own terms.Enjoy! Sharmadean Instagram / The Stack WorldNew Methods for Women: A Manifesto for IndependenceDanielle Twitter / Instagram / Newsletter

Join us for an inspiring discussion about the benefits of creating your own art show! With years of expertise in the art world, Ekaterina Popova and Gita Joshi launched a dynamic online program to provide artists with the tools to design and launch self-directed exhibitions. Here's what we discuss:1. The importance of advocating for yourself as an artist and thinking outside of the box when it comes to increasing visibility for your work.2. The mindset shift that happens when you decide to take your art career into your own hands.3. How creating  your own show can help you to cultivate organic connections in your community and beyond.Enroll in Kat and Gita's program by visiting yourownartshow.comAbout Ekaterina Popova  -Ekaterina Popova is an acclaimed artist born in Russia, globally recognized for her contemporary oil paintings of interiors and landscapes. With a Bachelor's in Fine Art from Kutztown University earned in 2011, Ekaterina has since been showcasing her work on an international scale, solidifying her place in the global art community.Her explorations of mood, emotion, and themes of home and belonging are influenced by post-impressionism, fauvism, and magical realism. These influences have guided her decade-long examination of home, place, and identity.Internationally exhibited, her work graces galleries from Cohle Gallery in Paris and Menorca to The Painting Center in New York, along with James Oliver Gallery, Decorazon Gallery, Affordable Art Fair, Art Miami Fairs, The Trenton City Museum, Paradigm Gallery, Delaware Contemporary, The Boxheart Gallery, A.I.R. Gallery, and more.Her art and journey have been highlighted in numerous blogs and publications, earning features in Colossal, Beautiful Bizarre, American Art Collector, The Jealous Curator, DPI Magazine, Friend of The Artist, Iceview, and The Philadelphia Inquirer.Popova attended residencies at Centre Pompadour in Abbeville, France, NES Residency in Iceland, and the Skopelos Foundation for the Arts in Greece. Her studio is located at 1241 Carpenter Street Studios in Philadelphia. She is also the founder of Create! Magazine, Art Queens and the host of Art & Cocktails Podcast. She co-authored two books, The Complete Smartist Guide and The Creative Business Handbook.Website: katerinapopova.comIG: @katerinaspopovaAbout Gita Joshi -Gita Joshi is a London-based independent curator, an award winning art dealer, and the host of The Curator's Salon - a podcast and website focussing on the art world with advice for early and mid career artists. She has an art history background and trained in curating at Central St Martins before opening her own gallery, Orso Major, in Central London (2013-2016). Gita has produced artists open studio programs, worked with arts charities, organized open exhibitions, been a juror for art competitions and curated exhibitions in business spaces as well as within the gallery context.She works as an artist coach supporting artists to establish their careers and paint their own profitable path. She has curated over 30 exhibitions and her first virtual exhibition opened in April 2020. In May 2021, Gita published Art Seen Magazine. Gita is the author of the bestselling book, Show Your Art: How to build an art career without a Gallery.Website: thecuratorssalon.comIG: @thegitajoshiVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter

Shaniqua Benjamin is a poet, writer, creative workshop facilitator, and Croydon's first Poet Laureate. She wrote the lyrics for the London Mozart Players' Anthem for Peace, and a poem especially for the 2022 One Young World Summit, read by Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Ebinehita Iyere and Shaniqua.Her poetry has appeared in Ink, Sweat & Tears, Magma, Ameena Rojee's photography book Crocus Valley, the Museum of Croydon and National Portrait Gallery. She has performed at Trinity College Cambridge Black History Month Formal Dinner, and as part of Apples & Snakes' immersive spoken word show, Rallying Cry. She has facilitated workshops for Spread The Word, Central St Martins, and Total Insight Theatre.  In this episode she shares her poetic journey.Links:Citizen UK:Croydon's Caribbean Influencers (I collaborated on this project with the Museum of Croydon and National Portrait Gallery): https://www.npg.org.uk/visit/inspiring-people-across-the-uk/citizen-uk/citizen-uk-croydons-caribbean-influencersOne Young World Panel Conversation with Leigh-Anne Pinnock & Ebinehita Iyere: https://youtu.be/GuyZnaSV7Eg?si=kre4gFrXv5ADhXNoCrocus Valley: https://www.rrbphotobooks.com/products/ameena-rojee-crocus-valley-rrb-platformTwitter: @ShanqMarieInstagram: @shaniquabenjamin_LinkedIn: Shaniqua Benjamindebbiewilliamspodcast.comSupport the show

This week Claire meets up with Cat How, Founder & ECD of branding agency How & How. Cat talks about her route into design through journalism, ecommerce, and shared office spaces. She discusses her experience at Central St Martins studying for her Masters, and starting How & How during lockdown.Links:Red SetterdbaHow & HowPodcast Editing by Stick and Splice

I'm know Rosanna through the PlaceLabs event we founded together (soon to be rebooted, might I add!) and can comfortably say she's one of the smartest, most engaging and creatively curious people I know. — and I know a lot of smart, engaging, creatively curious people. From the Place Bureau website:"Rosanna Vitiello creates places with purpose. Guiding deep research into places and destinations she reveals their cultural potential and distinctiveness. With close to 20 years international experience, she's an expert in place research interpreting the local essence of a place into striking narrative, public realm and experience design. As a creative director she has developed visions and place identities for many of the world's leading cultural districts, natural destinations and urban developments, from Rio de Janiero, Brazil to Chengdu, China. She maintains a role as a Research Associate at Central St Martins, London"The Place Bureau are a strategic studio that "re-imagines new frontiers for places around the world" explaining that "people value places that mean something to them. Drawing on urban research, foresight and cultural mapping we use narrative and cultural strategies to unlock the power of a place – defining what makes a place meaningful and articulating place identity".The Place Bureau partners with innovative clients worldwide to "add a human, cultural dimension and long-term value to the places they develop – guiding them to enter markets with local credibility, generate civic impact, and attune to local distinctiveness."We discuss a number of topics covered in Place Bureau's latest new report Civic Futures.

Gemma Colao is the co-founder and creative director of OTO (which rhymes with ‘photo'), a UK brand that was created to answer her desire to share the wonder of CBD with as many people as possible through luxurious products and meaningful experiences.Gemma first talks to Anne about her fashion career, as a knitwear designer, and how she was drawn to design and ready-to-wear, inspired by her artist grandmother's bold bohemian style. She started her career with an internship at DKNY, and after graduating from Central St Martins, Gemma worked for the likes of Clements Ribeiro before turning to Esprit and Marks & Spencers, among others. Gemma explains how she jumped on the opportunity to move to the US thanks to her husband. She tells Anne how the pace combined with the workload from her design job took a toll on her and how, sleep-deprived, she was battling anxiety and burnout — that is, until she found CBD. After a colleague made the suggestion to give it a try, Gemma shares what a revelation (or revolution, perhaps) this was for her. Thankfully, she felt the effects of CBD quickly, improving first the quality of her sleep, which in turn lessened her anxiety. This of course had a huge impact on the quality of her life. Inspired as she was by the possibilities offered by CBD, Gemma recounts how she and her husband then set out to open the first legal online dispensary in California. Later on, the couple returned to the UK to find that the quality of CBD products offered in that market was much lower, so Gemma explains how she saw this as an opportunity and that's when they decided to create OTO. Anne herself admits knowing very little about CBD, so the two talk about the nitty gritty of what makes OTO CBD products effective and why they are formulated to feel luxurious but are also backed by science. Gemma shares her vision to build a brand that people can trust, and one that focuses on efficacy as well as experiences and moments, whether from the brand's sleep drops, skincare or their new spa products and beverages (OTO made the first CBD bitters in the world). Anne also asks Gemma to speak to OTO's recent acquisition of the wellness group South West Brands and how she hopes that the newly formed OTO Group becomes a portfolio of global female-focused wellness brands. Finally, the two exchange on their rituals, gratitude, journaling practises and what keeps Gemma grounded and balanced day to day, busy as she is with OTO and her two little boys at home. A rich and engaging interview with a highly creative entrepreneur. Happy listening!***You can find out more about Gemma and OTO at OTO CBD - https://otocbd.com/If you are in the US at https://us.otowellbeing.com/Connect with Gemma on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemma-colao/And you can follow the brand on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oto_wellbeing/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/otowellbeingTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@oto_wellbeingYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@oto_wellbeingAnd LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/otowellbeing/***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you  so much for listening! For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/  Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com. Follow Anne: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi  

S2 E19. Join us for an insightful conversation with London-based curator Gita Joshi. In this episode, we learn about Gita's journey as a curator and the inspiration behind her contemporary art magazine, Art Seen. With a passion for working with artists, Gita shares valuable information about her coaching programs, including how to get gallery ready. Here's what we discuss: 1. How Gita became an established curator and what led her to launch The Curator's Salon, a podcast and website focusing on the art world with advice for early and mid career artists.2. Helpful suggestions for artists when it comes to nurturing relationships with potential collectors.3. Why it's important to understand the expectations of a gallery prior to working together and key points for artists to consider beforehand.About Gita: Gita Joshi is an independent curator, an award winning art dealer and the host of The Curator's Salon,a podcast and website focussing on the art world with advice for early and mid career artists. She has an art history background and trained in curating at Central St Martins before opening her own gallery, Orso Major, in Central London (2013-2016). Gita has produced artists open studio programs, worked with arts charities, organised open exhibitions, been a juror for art competitions and curated exhibitions in business spaces as well as within the gallery context. She works as an artist coach supporting artists to establish their careers and paint their own profitable path. She has curated over 40 exhibitions. In May 2021, Gita published the first issue Art Seen Magazine.  Gita is the author of bestselling book, Show Your Art - How to build an art career without a Gallery. She is also a contributor to The Creative Business Handbook by Ekaterina Popova and Alicia Puig. Follow Gita on Instagram: @thegitajoshiWebsite:  https://www.thecuratorssalon.com/Visit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymag Join our newsletter:visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter

In episode 262 UNP founder and curator Grant Scott is in his shed reflecting on the importance of serenity now! What to do when things go wrong on a commissioned shoot and making a small difference. Plus this week, photographer Pippa Healy takes on the challenge of supplying Grant with an audio file no longer than 5 minutes in length in which she answer's the question ‘What Does Photography Mean to You?' Pippa Healy is a photographic artist based in London whose practice is primarily diaristic and concerned with themes of loss, longing, violence and grief. She had a successful career in television before embarking on her photographic journey, working for Reuters on their news desk as well as on documentaries and factual programmes such as Dispatches and Cutting Edge for Channel 4. Healy studied at Central St Martins for a Post-Grad Certificate in Photography and then an MA in Photographic Studies at Westminster University. She then expanded her photographic practice with an MA in Printmaking at UAL Camberwell graduating in 2020. Her handmade ‘Zines' are central to her practice. Healy has shown work at Festival Circulations in Paris, Les Rencontres d'Arles and Format Festival (UK) and her work has been widely published in magazines and exhibited internationally and her zines are part of the Tate Galley, Martin Parr Foundation and MEP in Paris. Healy was the recipient of the 2020 Bainbridge Studio Prize and a finalist for The Signature Art Prize in 2021. She is currently studying for a Doctorate in Fine Art from The University of East London where she also lectures in Contextual Studies on the BA Photography course. www.pippahealy.com Dr. Grant Scott is the founder/curator of United Nations of Photography, a Senior Lecturer and Subject Co-ordinator: Photography at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, a working photographer, documentary filmmaker, BBC Radio contributor and the author of Professional Photography: The New Global Landscape Explained (Routledge 2014), The Essential Student Guide to Professional Photography (Routledge 2015), New Ways of Seeing: The Democratic Language of Photography (Routledge 2019). His film Do Not Bend: The Photographic Life of Bill Jay was first screened in 2018 www.donotbendfilm.com. He is the presenter of the A Photographic Life and In Search of Bill Jay podcasts. © Grant Scott 2023

Alex is so happy to introduce our latest, ‘This is a Token' podcast episode with the brilliant Esme Young.After starting her fashion journey at the illustrious Central St Martins, Esme co-founded the iconic shop ‘Swanky Modes. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, her designs featured in some of the biggest publications at the time including, Vogue, The Face and Honey magazine.Esme and Alex talk about her love of both teaching at her beloved Central St Martins, and now judging on the hugely popular reality series, ‘The Great British Sewing Bee'.Listen in for a brilliant chat between Alex and Esme as her collection of jewellery pieces are as bold and impactful as her extraordinarily colourful career. This is a memorable one.Here are some useful links for further reading on topics discussed by Alex and Esme:You can follow Esme on Instagram here You see the latest series of The Great British Sewing Bee hereHere's a link to Esme's novel here:, ‘Behind the Seams'Illustration by Connie Bella MonroeEdited by Emily SandfordMusic by Daniel Patrick Cohen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jayne will be running a workshop that focuses on play with textiles at the Making Zen Online Retreat from 15 to 19 May. Jayne completed a B tech in fashion design, then completed a multi media textiles degree and finally completed a Masters at Central St Martins. She also has an MA in Print. Sustainability plays a big role in her textiles work as does the element of play in her workshops. Jayne's workshop will help you 'be in the moment' and not think about the end product. Members of the 'no rules textiles society' will know exactly what Jayne's work is all about. You can find Jayne's website at www.jayneemerson.co.uk Her Instagram account is  https://www.instagram.com/jayneemersontextiles/ If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Making Zen Online Retreat 2023 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 15 to 16 May 2023. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists.

This week Claire meets up with Astrid Stavro, VP Creative Director of COLLINS. She talks about her journey from Madrid to Central St Martins where they advised her to throw her past portfolio out of the window! Her time at the design mecca Pentagram, and the importance of knocking on the doors of people you'd like to meet to say hello.Links:RedsetterCOLLINSdba

2022 BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund recipient Nicholas Daley is joined by Tan France to discuss his journey in the fashion industry, from his studies at Central St Martins, receiving NEWGEN support, to winning the 2022 BFC/GQ Designer Fashion Fund.The two discuss Nicholas's ongoing influences, his Scottish and Jamaican heritage and early musical interest, creative community, sustainable practices, and future ambitions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this fascinating discussion, artist Erica Scourti teaches Oriana what it's like to treat Twitter as if it's your potential boyfriend. Scourti also discusses the art of impersonal autobiography; the recalcitrance of old formats despite the invention of new media; mental health and technology; and the possiblity of resistance in the face of capitalist cooptation. This interview was recorded live on Instagram in May 2021 as part of Oriana's digital residency at Mimosa House Gallery. You can watch the original video here.Oriana Fox is a London-based, New York-born artist with a PhD in self-disclosure. She puts her expertise to work as the host of the talk show performance piece The O Show.Erica Scourti is an artist and writer, based in Athens and London whose work mines the intersections of autobiography and collective experience through everyday media and in particular, social media and its algorithms. She has performed, exhibited and presented talks internationally, at High Line New York, Wellcome Collection, Kunsthalle Wien, Hayward Gallery, Munich Kunstverein, ICA London and EMST Athens, the 7th Athens Biennale: ECLIPSE and Survival Kit 13, Latvian Centre for Contemporary Art (2022). Her writing has been published in Spells (Ignota, 2018) and Fiction as Method (Sternberg, 2017) amongst others, and she guest-edited the Happy Hypocrite- Silver Bandage journal (2019).  She is undertaking a PhD in Goldsmiths' Art Department, and is a Lecturer in BA Fine Art at Central St Martins.Credits:Produced, edited and hosted by Oriana FoxIntroductory Voiceover by John Kilduff, aka Mr. Let's PaintOriginal theme song written and performed by Paulette HumanbeingSpecial Thanks to Tom Estes, Lara Perry, Sven Van Damme, Katie Beeson, Janak Patel and Mimosa House Gallery, London***Would you like to see your name in the above credits list? In a couple of short steps, you can make that happen by supporting this podcast via Patreon.***Please rate and review this podcast to help others to find it!How to Rate and Review a Podcast on iTunes:First, Search for the Podcast in the Podcasts App. Note: You'll need to look the show up in the app.From Here, Select the 'Reviews' Tab, Then 'Write a Review'You'll Then Be Asked to Log in to iTunes.Then Tap the Stars to Rate the Podcast and Write Your Headline and Review.How to Rate and Review a Podcast on SpotifyFirst of all, you have to log in to your Spotify account, then follow these steps:Search Podcast pre-installed App on your phone.Hit the “Search” button. Here you will see “Write a Review” in the top right corner.You can also give ratings in the form of stars 1-5 (One star for lowest rating and five stars for highest ratings.)Submit your review.Visit www.theoshow.live for regular updates or follow us on Instagram.

In this episode of interrogating spaces, Dr Emily Salines takes us on an exploration of feedback practice, and how we might take a more compassionate approach.The impact of feedback on student learning is well documented in educational literature. We also know that it is a critical area of practice where the emotional impact of assessment is at play. We speak with a number of practitioners, teachers and students to set out to map a framework for compassionate feedback practice and how we might enact it The questions we are asking are:How can we harness feedback to support learning in a way that does no harm and supports students?How can we use feedback to foster belonging?Can compassion help us? And what would compassionate feedback look like?Speakers:Liz Bunting is an Educational Developer at University of the Arts London, where she co-leads a programme of educational development on Fostering Belonging and Compassionate Pedagogy. She supports colleagues in creating educational ecosystems that promote social justice through compassionate cultures, policies and practices. Her research investigates belonging, compassion and trauma informed care in Higher Education.Vikki Hill is an Educational Developer: Attainment (Identity and Cultural Experience) in the Academic Enhancement Team at University of the Arts London (UAL). A Senior Fellow of the HEA, Vikki works with staff to support equitable outcomes and experiences for students. Vikki's research is focused on educational development, compassionate assessment, pedagogies and policies through arts-based and posthuman approaches.Dr Emily Salines is a former member of the Academic Enhancement Team at UAL, where, as Educational Developer she co-led the Enhancing Assessment for Equity strand of Academic Enhancement work until September 22. She is now Head of Education Programmes at Queen Mary Academy (Queen Mary University of London). Her research focuses on assessment design, assessment for social justice and approaches to compassionate feedback. Dr Anna Troisi is Course Leader for the BSc Creative Computing at the Creative Computing Institute (CCI), UAL. Anna is a member of the UAL Ethics Research committee. Her initiatives to promote social justice with the introduction of non-violent communication enhanced students' experience and enabled students' agency in the curriculum. Dr Victoria Odeniyi is a Decolonising Arts Institute research fellow where she leads the Reimagining Conversations research project which seeks to raise critical awareness of the educational and creative potential of the use of language. She has research and professional interests in educational inequality, linguistic diversity and institutionalised knowledge production and how these issues intersect with race and identity.  Student contributions: Simbi Juwon-Sulaiman: Graphic Communication, Central St Martins, UAL  Amina Akhmedova: Fine Art, Chelsea College of Arts, UAL 

In this episode Emmett Scanlon talks to Adam Nathaniel Furman. Adam is a British artist and designer of Argentine and Japanese heritage based in London. Trained in architecture, Adam's atelier works in spatial design and art of all scales from video and prints to large public artworks, architecturally integrated ornament, as well as products, furniture, interiors, publishing and academia. _ As an activist, vocal defender of workers rights, particularly those of interns, and as an articulate speaker on and about architecture and design, there were many reasons to talk to Adam but it was the arrival of the book Queer Spaces edited by Adam and Joshua Mardel, and designed by Alex Synge, that finally prompted the talk. _ A book that is long overdue, it provides an accessible atlas or canon in Adam's words - of queer spaces, in part for queer students of architecture and design needing a frame of reference and references to support their work. But discussing the book also lead to conversations about Adam's own work, his experience as a queer designer, the challenges he has faced in practice, what he witnessed and reacted to in his architectural education, and what now might his new, true passion. _ When in Dublin, Adam gave a dense, intelligent, lucid and often funny lecture at the invitation of the Architectural Association of Ireland and the conversation begins discussing his first visit to Dublin and if humour was always part of his lecture repetoire. A trigger warning though, Adam does discuss forms of bullying in education and at times is deeply honest about his own experiences. _ ABOUT ADAM Adam is a British artist and designer of Argentine & Japanese heritage based in London. Trained in architecture, Adam's atelier works in spatial design and art of all scales from video and prints to large public artworks, architecturally integrated ornament, as well as products, furniture, interiors, publishing and academia. Adam's work has been exhibited in London, Paris, New York, Milan, Melbourne, Rome, Tel Aviv, Mumbai, Vienna & Basel, amongst other places, is held in the collections of the Design Museum, the Sir John Soane's Museum, the Carnegie Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Victoria, the Abet Museum, and the Architectural Association, and has been published widely. The atelier has completed, and ongoing projects both internationally (Europe, the US, S America, the Middle East, East Asia) and in the UK. Adam has lectured at the RIBA, Harvard GSD, UC Berkeley, the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Vitra Design Museum & the Casa dell'Architettura Rome, amongst others, has taught courses at several universities as well as having been Studio Master of Productive Exuberance at Central St Martins in London, is co-director of Saturated Space at the AA (an influential research group on colour in Urbanism and Architecture), is a published author, a vocal advocate for diversity and representation in architecture, urbanism and design, and has been a judge for the Dezeen and FRAME awards, amongst others. ABOUT THE PODCAST What. Buildings Do is part of Story, Building, the independent platform for the critical discussion of architecture, based in Ireland. Foreign Exchange: Conversations on Architecture Here and Now is the first publication, available here.

This week Claire speaks to Graham Wood, the design industry legend who co-founded the design collective Tomato. He talks about how he got into design, his time at Central St Martins, forming and growing Tomato, and working on campaigns such as Obama's first election (with Rock the Vote), Michael Jordan's retirement and PlayStation launches.Links:Red SetterGraham Wood

Welcome to episode 31 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. The presenters – Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and journalist Jo Confino – are joined by lay Buddhist practitioner and artist Paz Perlman to talk about how mindfulness can support a healthy relationship: a core practice in Engaged Buddhism. Paz Perlman is a Zen Buddhist practitioner and a visual artist, who regularly exhibits in the United States and Europe. She has studied with Thich Nhat Hanh for the past 15 years and is a member of the Order of Interbeing. In her artistic practice, she integrates Buddhist concepts such as impermanence, healing and transformation. In recent years, she has increasingly incorporated activism into her works and is presenting a large-scale installation at an upcoming retreat of climate leaders in Plum Village. Paz, who moved from New York to live a few minutes walk away from Plum Village, completed her art degree at Central St Martins, University of Arts, London. Read her artist statement here. Paz and Jo have been married for 15 years; in this episode, they talk about how making the Buddhist practice of Beginning Anew part of their daily life has nourished their relationship. This practice of looking deeply and honestly at ourselves, our actions, speech, and thoughts, creates a fresh beginning within ourselves and in our relationships with others.The couple further share about discovering Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings and integrating them into their life together; developing a shared spiritual aspiration and practice; their special marriage ceremony in Plum Village, including vows, and tea with Thay; relationship dynamics; maintenance and renewal; deep listening and loving speech; intimacy; and the four essential mantras in the practice. Brother Phap Huu discusses the same Buddhist practice, but in relation to a monastic environment; the four mantras to take care of relationships; the insight of interbeing; perceptions about others; mental formations; hugging meditation; and the energy of gratitude. The episode ends with a short meditation guided by Brother Phap Huu. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resourcesPlum Village Communityhttps://plumvillage.org/ Paz Perlmanhttps://www.pazperlman.com/ Beginning Anew: Four Steps to Restoring Communicationhttps://www.parallax.org/product/beginning-anew-four-steps-to-restoring-communication/ ‘Extended Practices'https://plumvillage.org/mindfulness/extended-practises/ Sister Chan Khonghttps://plumvillage.org/about/sister-chan-khong/ Sister Jinahttps://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sr-dieu-nghiem/ The Four Noble Truthshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy-RI3FrdGA Deepak Choprahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepak_Chopra Thich Nhat Hanh On…: ‘Learning to Hug'https://plumvillage.org/articles/learning-to-hug/ Dharma Talks: ‘The Practice of True Presence'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-practice-of-true-presence/ How To: ‘Begin Anew'https://plumvillage.org/articles/begin-anew/ Quotes “Taste of tea, taste of time.” “Thay talks about what happens in relationships. A lot of little things can happen that annoy or cause offense, or which on their own aren’t very big – and often, as a result, don’t get dealt with. And so he talks about a stalagmite in a cave where there’s a small, small drip of little things – but those small drips eventually create a huge calcified monolith. And that if you don’t address things when they arise, then they get buried and can turn into resentment and into anger.” “Love is a wonderful thing, but at the same time it doesn’t survive on its own unless you look after it.” “Thay’s practice is actually a masterstroke. When people talk about problems, their relationship, and we talk about the Beginning Anew practice that Thay developed, a lot of them who have tried it say it has really, really helped them. And this is a core part of Thay’s teachings: that he has the deep insights that lead to practical application. And that one practice has been instrumental in us maintaining a healthy, vibrant, and happy relationship.” “Practices create spaciousness and trust.” “I had been involved in personal development for many, many years, and when I came across Thay’s teachings, what came to me so quickly was just how gentle and deep they are. Because, in my early life, I’d been doing much more wrestling, mental and emotional wrestling, with issues in my life – which had its place at that age. But then I got to the stage where I realized that I needed something much more gentle, something that I could rest in rather than fight with.” “The practice brings a wonderful space of communication; when we are in any relationship, we want to have understanding because understanding is a bridge that connects all of us.” “There is a logic – I call it compassionate logic – to the order of the stages. You first water the positive seeds, which is like, ‘First: happiness'; first something which can give us a base [from which] to talk later on about our suffering.” “It’s not about being perfect, it’s about being a better person. And I want to add that it’s not about being a perfect relationship, but to know that we have a path. And when we have a path, we know that we can always fall onto it. And we have a place that can hold us. It’s like a compass; it brings us straight to the line with our aspiration to have a good relationship.” “Love is a living thing, it is not something that you receive once and will last forever.” “When we listen like that, we are also practicing interbeing. We’re practicing ‘Your suffering is my suffering, and my joy will also be your joy.' So my healing will also be your healing. My transformation will also be your transformation. And this is where love has no boundary. And this is a very deep teaching of Buddhist love.” “Thay said, ‘You can share the same bed, but if you don’t share the same aspiration, then that relationship will not blossom.'” “Love is energy. It’s a kind of nutriment that helps our well-being, and it belongs also in the dimension of spirituality, because when we get in touch with love, that gives us the energy to take care and transform suffering.”

Welcome to episode 31 of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. The presenters – Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and journalist Jo Confino – are joined by lay Buddhist practitioner and artist Paz Perlman to talk about how mindfulness can support a healthy relationship: a core practice in Engaged Buddhism. Paz Perlman is a Zen Buddhist practitioner and a visual artist, who regularly exhibits in the United States and Europe. She has studied with Thich Nhat Hanh for the past 15 years and is a member of the Order of Interbeing. In her artistic practice, she integrates Buddhist concepts such as impermanence, healing and transformation. In recent years, she has increasingly incorporated activism into her works and is presenting a large-scale installation at an upcoming retreat of climate leaders in Plum Village. Paz, who moved from New York to live a few minutes walk away from Plum Village, completed her art degree at Central St Martins, University of Arts, London. Read her artist statement here. Paz and Jo have been married for 15 years; in this episode, they talk about how making the Buddhist practice of Beginning Anew part of their daily life has nourished their relationship. This practice of looking deeply and honestly at ourselves, our actions, speech, and thoughts, creates a fresh beginning within ourselves and in our relationships with others.The couple further share about discovering Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings and integrating them into their life together; developing a shared spiritual aspiration and practice; their special marriage ceremony in Plum Village, including vows, and tea with Thay; relationship dynamics; maintenance and renewal; deep listening and loving speech; intimacy; and the four essential mantras in the practice. Brother Phap Huu discusses the same Buddhist practice, but in relation to a monastic environment; the four mantras to take care of relationships; the insight of interbeing; perceptions about others; mental formations; hugging meditation; and the energy of gratitude. The episode ends with a short meditation guided by Brother Phap Huu. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resourcesPlum Village Communityhttps://plumvillage.org/ Paz Perlmanhttps://www.pazperlman.com/ Beginning Anew: Four Steps to Restoring Communicationhttps://www.parallax.org/product/beginning-anew-four-steps-to-restoring-communication/ ‘Extended Practices'https://plumvillage.org/mindfulness/extended-practises/ Sister Chan Khonghttps://plumvillage.org/about/sister-chan-khong/ Sister Jinahttps://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sr-dieu-nghiem/ The Four Noble Truthshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dy-RI3FrdGA Deepak Choprahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepak_Chopra Thich Nhat Hanh On…: ‘Learning to Hug'https://plumvillage.org/articles/learning-to-hug/ Dharma Talks: ‘The Practice of True Presence'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-practice-of-true-presence/ How To: ‘Begin Anew'https://plumvillage.org/articles/begin-anew/ Quotes “Taste of tea, taste of time.” “Thay talks about what happens in relationships. A lot of little things can happen that annoy or cause offense, or which on their own aren’t very big – and often, as a result, don’t get dealt with. And so he talks about a stalagmite in a cave where there’s a small, small drip of little things – but those small drips eventually create a huge calcified monolith. And that if you don’t address things when they arise, then they get buried and can turn into resentment and into anger.” “Love is a wonderful thing, but at the same time it doesn’t survive on its own unless you look after it.” “Thay’s practice is actually a masterstroke. When people talk about problems, their relationship, and we talk about the Beginning Anew practice that Thay developed, a lot of them who have tried it say it has really, really helped them. And this is a core part of Thay’s teachings: that he has the deep insights that lead to practical application. And that one practice has been instrumental in us maintaining a healthy, vibrant, and happy relationship.” “Practices create spaciousness and trust.” “I had been involved in personal development for many, many years, and when I came across Thay’s teachings, what came to me so quickly was just how gentle and deep they are. Because, in my early life, I’d been doing much more wrestling, mental and emotional wrestling, with issues in my life – which had its place at that age. But then I got to the stage where I realized that I needed something much more gentle, something that I could rest in rather than fight with.” “The practice brings a wonderful space of communication; when we are in any relationship, we want to have understanding because understanding is a bridge that connects all of us.” “There is a logic – I call it compassionate logic – to the order of the stages. You first water the positive seeds, which is like, ‘First: happiness'; first something which can give us a base [from which] to talk later on about our suffering.” “It’s not about being perfect, it’s about being a better person. And I want to add that it’s not about being a perfect relationship, but to know that we have a path. And when we have a path, we know that we can always fall onto it. And we have a place that can hold us. It’s like a compass; it brings us straight to the line with our aspiration to have a good relationship.” “Love is a living thing, it is not something that you receive once and will last forever.” “When we listen like that, we are also practicing interbeing. We’re practicing ‘Your suffering is my suffering, and my joy will also be your joy.' So my healing will also be your healing. My transformation will also be your transformation. And this is where love has no boundary. And this is a very deep teaching of Buddhist love.” “Thay said, ‘You can share the same bed, but if you don’t share the same aspiration, then that relationship will not blossom.'” “Love is energy. It’s a kind of nutriment that helps our well-being, and it belongs also in the dimension of spirituality, because when we get in touch with love, that gives us the energy to take care and transform suffering.”

In this podcast we hear from two international students about their experience of studying at UAL, specifically at Central St Martins. They give valuable insights as well as tips for tutors and incoming students. This podcast was made by the Student Imaginators, a cross-college group of students and alumni at UAL, who imagine, create and produce student-facing resources to do with decolonial approaches and compassionate pedagogy.Credits/ references:Participants: Mihika Bahety and Vicky WongQuestions and Facilitation: Dr Amita NijhawanSound Engineering and Production: Hannah Kemp-Welch

We spoke to Annabel Crowley: a Textile Artist, Educator and Researcher. She is currently a Teaching Learning and Attainment Coordinator at Central St Martins and during this episode we spoke about disclosure, working alongside neurodivergent colleagues, and about whether recruiters for Creative and Design agencies should change their hiring practices. Follow updates from us on Instagram. Our Creators: LORNA ALLAN INSTA: @lornaallanad & @hwodesign TWITTER: @hwodesign WEB: https://www.lornaallan.com/ JHINUK SARKAR INSTA: @paperfig TWITTER: @paperfig WEB: https://paperfigillustration.com/ Our Narrator: SAZZIE KLUVITSE INSTA: @sazziewho TWITTER: @BiBiVirtue Our Editor: ADE BAMGBALA TWITTER: @Blacticulate Our Producer: CARRIE MORRISON INSTA: @carriejmo TWITTER: @carriejomo https://carriemorrison.co.uk/ Our Contributors: ANNABEL CROWLEY INSTA: @di_antara__ TWITTER: @di_antara_

The fashion designer and artist Osman Yousefzada tells Michael Berkeley about his childhood in a strictly religious Pashtun community in Birmingham. Osman Yousefzada shot to fame when Beyoncé wore one of his designs to the 2013 Grammy Awards. Lady Gaga, Thandiwe Newton and Taylor Swift are among his many other celebrity clients. He is also an acclaimed artist, curator and film-maker, and the creator of one of the world's largest ever pieces of public art: the ‘wrapping' of the Selfridges building in Birmingham in geometric patterns inspired by Islamic art. Educated at the School of Oriental and African Studies, Central St Martins and Cambridge University, Osman grew up in a community described by the Daily Mail as ‘the Jihadi capital of Britain'. His newly published memoir, The Go Between, is a fascinating account of his childhood and his first steps into the outside world while navigating both racism and family expectations. He tells Michael Berkeley about his beloved mother, a talented seamstress who inspired him as a designer: she was married at 14, had her first child at 15 and lived most of her life in Birmingham, but remained illiterate and never learned to speak English. She hardly ever left the house. Osman's sisters were taken out of school at the age of 11 and also shut away inside the family home. Osman chooses music inspired by the Sufi tradition of Islamic mysticism by Abida Parveen and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and a song by the Grammy-winning Pakistani-American Arooj Aftab, as well as pieces by Philip Glass and by the Canadian composer and cellist Zoe Keating. Producer: Jane Greenwood A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 3

Today, I have an Art 2 HeArt with Leila Vibert-Stokes, a digital collage artist and surface designer who grew up in the wilds of South of France surrounded in rugged nature. Later at 18 she moved to London to study fashion at Central St Martins, she then went on to working as a textile designer for about 10 years.  Now she run's her own homeware, interiors, and art business, where she sells her work as artwork and products. Of her artwork she says:"I'm finally able to bring back together my two great loves - nature and creativity - in a cacophonous explosion of colourful joy! My mission is to help you express your creativity so you can craft a home that truly reflects who you are; a vibrant, authentic, happy haven, an escape from the expectations and demands of this world. " In this episode, we talk about a shift in Leila's creativity which was born from design and has moved into art. We talk about the artistic process she has found in digital collaging whereby she creates her own visual language created combinations of over layering patterns in nature. We talk about our passion for art and connection with nature, stepping into flow and comparing cats with creativity. If you aren't careful, they will go off to your neighbour! Leila's book recommendations:Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert The Growth Mindset by Joshua Moore and Helen GlasgowYou can find out more about Leila below:Website: www.leila-vibert-stokes.comInstagram:@leila.vibert.stokes

In this episode, Hannah is joined by Gabby Edlin, who is an activist campaigning to menstrual equity and the founder of the charity Bloody Good Period. Gabby discusses what led her to start Bloody Good Period, the work she does with the charity to provide asylum seekers with free and high quality period products, and her employment scheme that campaigns for period rights in workplaces. also TOPIC. Gabby and Hannah talk about why it's important to be able to talk about your period openly, how things have changed in the last few years, and how transphobia has no place in the feminist and period-equality movement. and TOPIC. Finally, Gabby discusses how difficult it's been to navigate charity and activist spaces as a Jewish person as well as the importance of Jewish joy and what that looks like for her.CW: antisemitism and transphobia throughout, brief mention of domestic violence✨MORE ABOUT GABBY EDLIN AND BLOODY GOOD PERIOD✨Gabby Edlin, 35, is an activist campaigning for menstrual equity, and the founder and CEO of charity, Bloody Good Period. Gabby was named as one of the Evening Standard's Progress 1000 Top Changemakers and Stylist's Woman of the Week.She started Bloody Good Period in 2016 when she was volunteering at the New London Synagogue asylum-seekers' drop-in centre, and discovered that period supplies were only provided for ‘in emergencies'. A whip around for donations of pads or tampons on Facebook turned into a charity which distributes period supplies for asylum seekers, refugees and anyone who can't afford them, all around the UK.Bloody Good Period also provides menstrual, sexual and reproductive health education within those communities. These products and sessions are currently distributed through over 100 drop-in services and groups in London and the UK.Gabby grew up in a Jewish community in Manchester and cites her Jewishness as a huge influence in her activism. She has a Masters in Applied Imagination from Central St Martins specialising in feminism and comedy. Before BGP, she worked in Arts Education for children and young people, and trained as an artist. She lives in North London.- Bloody Good Period: https://www.bloodygoodperiod.com/- BGP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodygoodperiod/- Gabby's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyedlin/

A 28,000 year old stone dildo is the queer artefact in the spotlight as Leo is joined by prolific writer, performer Annie Siddons to talk desire, sex toys, enhancing bodies and queer labelling. They are joined by expert in queer histories and founder of the Museum of Transology, EJ Scott.As a response to the ancient stone dildo Annie Siddons weaves and performs the mythic tale of Hag and her mysterious pleasure-enhancing mission.Leo Skilbeck is a writer/director/creator for stage and screen and the artistic director of Milk Presents. Their work spans a decade of queer performance making, and they are co-creator of TRANS FILTH AND JOY, a large scale cabaret made with Trans Creative. For theatre their work includes cabaret Chekhov THE BEAR/ THE PROPOSAL (Young Vic), drag king play JOAN (winner of Off West End Award, Fringe First Award), and Associate Director on FUN HOME (Young Vic).E-J Scott is a curator, cultural producer and academic and was awarded the UK's Museum Activist Award 2020/21. He is the founder of the museumoftransology.com and the British Digital Art Network (Tate/Paul Mellor Research Centre). He is Stage 2 and 3 Leader of the BA (Hons) Culture, Curation & Criticism at Central St Martins.Annie is a writer and performer working in comedy, stage and screen. Projects include How (not) to Live in Suburbia (touring and Edinburgh Fringe), Raymondo, How (not) to Fight a Family Curse (Soho/Royal Court, in development). Her most recent work includes Dennis of Penge (writer/performer Ovalhouse/Albany) Ant and Hop at Unicorn Theatre and Babylon Beyond Borders (Bush Theatre). Her comedy persona Karima Kay has just started gigging in London. She is currently developing work for TV.Links She Wants a Dog Milk Presents Museum of Transology Bishopsgate Institute The Queer House Royal Vauxhall Tavern

Host Leo is joined by cabaret legend Mzz Kimberley at the RVT to talk about her very first dress, red and beautifully detailed by hand, which is now an artefact in the Museum of Transology. Mzz Kim chats to Leo about her early life and career in New York and London in the 90s, sharing hilarious and poignant showbiz stories.Also joining Leo to give expert context and fascinating facts about the queer scene and queer lives in the 1990s is EJ Scott, curator, programmer and founder of the Museum of Transology.Leo Skilbeck is a writer/director/creator for stage and screen and the artistic director of Milk Presents. Their work spans a decade of queer performance making, and they are co-creator of TRANS FILTH AND JOY, a large scale cabaret made with Trans Creative. For theatre their work includes cabaret Chekhov THE BEAR/ THE PROPOSAL (Young Vic), drag king play JOAN (winner of Off West End Award, Fringe First Award), and Associate Director on FUN HOME (Young Vic).Mzz Kimberley AKA Kim Tatum is an actor and singer. Kim is also the founding Director of LIFE.  In 2020, Kim was the first trans woman to present the first LGBT+ award for the ‘Black British Theatre Awards' for Sky television. Kim made the 2020 and 2021 LGBT Power List.E-J Scott is a curator, cultural producer and academic and was awarded the UK's Museum Activist Award 2020/21. He is the founder of the museumoftransology.com and the British Digital Art Network (Tate/Paul Mellor Research Centre). He is Stage 2 and 3 Leader of the BA (Hons) Culture, Curation & Criticism at Central St Martins.Links She Wants a Dog Milk Presents Museum of Transology Bishopsgate Institute E-J Scott @mzzkimberley on Instagram Royal Vauxhall Tavern

To access the available transcript please use the following link: https://bit.ly/3oymjPlAdvertising powerhouse and inspirational female leader, Rosie Arnold, started her career in advertising moonlighting at a tiny creative hot shop called Bartle Bogle Hegarty in 1983 while studying Fine Art at Central St Martins. Under the mentorship of Sir John Hegarty himself, Rosie worked her way to the top, resulting in a position on the board and as Executive Creative Director. Her motivation and passion to do mould-breaking creative work with like-minded people saw her lead some of the most influential advertising campaigns in the UK. From flipping the lense on Pretty Polly stockings to using a catchy rap song to promote Yeo valley yoghurt, her ability to communicate by thinking outside of the box is second-to-none. We talk to Rosie to find out what it is like to be a female leader in what was - and to some extent still is - a heavily male-dominated industry. We are also going to delve into creative responsibility and advertising's role in society. Ending with some creative tips for you and your students…Rosie's website: https://rosiearnold.co.uk/ 

Ollie's history is in creative and VM (visual merchandising) project management. His roles have included fixture and concept design, fashion communication, window schemes and mannequin management. As a young person wanting to go into fashion you might not be familiar with those roles but if you tap 'jobs in fashion' in your search engine you'll see more exciting fashion jobs in these areas, outside of the 'fashion designer' role. Ollie's story is such an unusual one and what a lovely guy. How does a boy who studied BA Menswear at Central St Martins end up switching courses to BA Fine Art and is now at a very important job? Many of you know I approached Primark Cares to offer 'no buy incentive' and completely free customisation workshops. I could see the influence they have over children from all backgrounds and how we could harness this to create a youth club feel whilst the teens took charge of their own sustainable wardrobe at a roots level. The team at Primark were so positive, totally up for it and you should see what the children have created from what they already have! As you can well imagine, Ollie's potential podcast created more interest and well-considered questions coming forth from teens than any other, thanks, everyone!

Figurative sculptor Amelia Rowcroft lives in the lovely Sussex town of Lewes on the South East Coast of England, which dates back to 961AD. She was kind enough to invite us into her studio in a building that once housed a brewery in the 1600s, and that's where we recorded this episode of BWBoR. Amelia has been sculpting practically, working in clay for over 20 years, creating primarily fine art portraits and figurative sculptures, though she has also worked within the film industry, and for the world's leading wax figure museums including Madame Tussaud's, and we talked about it all. She studied at Central St Martins, and the Florence Academy in Florence, Italy, and interestingly enough, was also a student at Wimbledon School of Art where Stuart attended, though a few years behind him. As fate would have it, another of our upcoming podcast guest artists, ZBrush Master Madeleine Scott Spencer, also studied at the Florence Academy and remembers Amelia, but we'll save that for later. We chatted for a good hour and a half and covered a variety of sculpture-related topics, such as why isn't there a Museum of Crap Renaissance Sculpture so we can see the failures of the Masters – because there had to be some - and creating a likeness sculpture vs. creating a caricature of a subject. We also chatted about sculpting digitally vs. pushing actual clay around. Amelia was kind enough – incredibly generous is more like it – to allow us to explore her online sculpture course, and it is jaw-dropping in content and ‘lightbulb' moments. We urge you to at least look at the sample video lessons on Amelia's website www.sculptingmasterclass.com/collections. We suspect you'll want to enrol to take advantage of the instruction offered by this incredible sculptor. Whether you sculpt practically or digitally, this information is invaluable and transferable between mediums. -------------------------------------- Many thanks as always for your time checking the stuff out. You can email us direct at stuartandtodd@gmail.com or leave us a voice message directly on our site. If you enjoy this podcast and got something out of it, would you do us a solid and tell just one more person about us? Send them a link and help us grow! -Stuart & Todd

Born in 1961 and completing her degree in Audio Visual studies at The Surrey Institute, Farnham in 1986, Anna Fox began her career as a documentary photographer. Influenced by the British documentary tradition and the USA's ‘New Colourists', she chronicled new town life in Basingstoke (locally known as ‘Doughnut City') and went on to publish the monograph Work Stations (1988), a study of London Office life in Thatcher's Britain. These works were exhibited extensively as far a field as Brazil and Estonia and in Through the Looking Glass, at the Barbican Art Gallery in 1989 curated by David Mellor and Ian Jeffrey, establishing Anna as a significant figure within the field of new colour documentary.In later projects, made in the 1990's, In Pursuit (1990), The Village (1991-1992 Cross Channel Photographic Mission commission), Friendly Fire (1992) and Zwarte Piet (the Netherlands 1994-1999) Anna created a new direction inventing innovative approaches and raising questions regarding the problems of documentary practice. These projects were exhibited in a number of solo exhibitions including The Photographers Gallery, London and The Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago.By early 2000 Anna produced two autobiographical works: Cockroach Diary and My Mothers Cupboards and my Father's Words which completely turned on its head the notion of the documentary photographer as outsider. These new works investigated the personal and difficult world of domestic households and relationships bringing together a mix of image and text in two miniature book works. Later in 2003 the series Made in Europe questioned further the power relation between subject and photographer by handing over power to the subject in whork that portrayed a vision of contemporary Europe through the eyes and voices of teenagers. The projects Country Girls (1996-2001) and Pictures of Linda (1983-ongoing) introduced a collaborative element to Anna's practice: by working in partnership with the singer/songwriters Alison Goldfrapp and Linda Lunus the relationship between subject and photographer was being explored from a new perspective.Anna was shortlisted for the 2010 Deutsche Borse Photography Prize and the 2012 Pilar Citoler Prize. Her later projects, Resort 1 and Resort 2 are published by Shilt, Amsterdam, Loisirs is published by Diaphane and an new book, BLINK, will be published by Central St Martins.Anna is Professor of Photography at the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham and leads the Fast Forward Women in Photography research project.On episode 166, Anna discusses, among other things:Reflections on the past 18 monthsWhat she's been working on during that periodHaving a lot of ideasMoving away from a ‘project based mentaility'The influences of people who taught her: Graham, Parr and KnorrThe exploration of the every day41 Hewitt Road and the transition to focusing on domestic photographyHer use of text in conjunction with imagesMoving to and working in an English country villageHer project Zwarte PietMy Mothers Cupboards and my Father's WordsFast Forward Women in Photography Referenced:John DillwynMary DillwynPaul ReasPaul SearightAnthony HaugheyTessa BunneyDavid MoorePaul GrahamMartin ParrKaren KnorVal WilliamsJane AustenGilbert WhiteWilliam CobbettRaymond WilliamsMieke BalMark Sealy - AutographNaomi Rosenblaum Website | Instagram | Facebook“It's the discovery of the personal voice, I suppose, and the personal stories that you want to tell, that you can't articulate. That's why someone becomes a photographer or a filmmaker… you use photography because you can't speak it.”

“Sculpture has a vital, important message” Dora Gordine (1895-1991) When Dora Gordine died in 1991 leaving her Studio House to the nation, many people, including museum curators, assumed she had been dead for many years. How did an artist described by art critic Jan Gordon in The Observer in 1938 as ‘very possibly becoming the finest woman sculptor in the world' disappear from view? Critically lauded and successful in her early years, Gordine was the first woman sculptor to enter the Tate collection when her ‘Mongolian Head', 1928 was acquired. Born in Latvia, trained in Estonia and Paris, worked and lived in East Asia. During her career, she produced a significant body of sculpture, often focusing on portraiture and sculpted heads. Gordine's work prompts contemporary observers to ask questions about her portrayals of people from other cultures and individual identities and we talk to artists and art historians who are grappling with Gordine's legacy. In this episode we investigate how Gordine deliberately built a mystique around her identity, frequently changing her age and birthplace to create an enigmatic artistic persona (even the Tate still lists her date and place of birth incorrectly). Taking a modern, professional approach to sculptural production, she established studio homes in Paris and Singapore before settling in Kingston, South London,  designing (without an architect) the purpose-built Dorich House to make and display her art. The monumental Dorich House is now a museum and one of the very few created by and dedicated to a woman sculptor.  With contributions from: Helen Bonett, Curator, Writer, Lecturer Jonathan Black, Senior Research Fellow, Kingston University Fran Lloyd, Kingston University Cathie Pilkington, R.A. Erika Tan, Artist, Writer, Lecturer, Central St Martins, UAL   Image: Dora Gordine and April Brummer at Dorich House, 1956. Digital image courtesy of Royal Society of Sculptors

Masato Jones was born in Saitama, near Tokyo, Japan and graduated from Central St Martins in Womenswear in 2009.  He is a designer, pattern cutter, tailor, tutor and artist.He tells me about his own label Masato, how he designed the costumes for Beverly Knight's 2011 tour and his wonderful shop in Thornton's Arcade.The featured track is the fantastic "Richard's Office" by the spectacular Leeds band Silverlode.Check out all their links below:https://www.masato.co.uk/https://twitter.com/masato_joneshttps://www.instagram.com/masatojones/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/masatoboutique/Masato Limited 5 Thorntons Arcade, LEEDS, LS1 6LQTel 07799053329 http://www.silverlodeonline.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/silverlodebandhttps://twitter.com/SilverlodeBandhttps://www.instagram.com/silverlodebandhttps://soundcloud.com/silverlodeband

English fashion designer Alice Temperley MBE founded her eponymous brand in 2000 after stints at the Royal College of Art and Central St Martins, and her designs have since been worn by Kate Middleton, Madonna, Beyonce, and Halle Berry, among many, many others.Today, Alice and I discuss that ascent and some of the challenges that have come with running a brand alongside being a mum, how being a creative at the helm of a business can at times pull you away from the very thing that put your name on the map, her signature red lipstick, the origin of that inimitable Temperley aesthetic, and her collaboration with Oskia London, for whom she created the 'LOVE' massage candle*.*10% of the RRP is donated to Women to Women International, for whom Alice is an ambassador, when purchased directly from either Temperley London outlets or Oskia online. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

 “Buying art is a little bit like buying property in Knightsbridge…if you buy a blue-chip artist who's dead and sit on it long enough then you probably will make money, but that means you need to be able to afford to sit on it for something like 30 or 40 years.“Art is a very difficult asset class generally, it's felt that if you have a wide portfolio then art is something interesting to put your money into, but you certainly wouldn't do it as your primary source of investment. It's also very easy to lose money.”Jane Morris is the editor-at-large of CultureShock Media, an arts and culture content agency that delivers print, digital, film and social media strategies for leading arts businesses, museums and galleries. Jane went to Central St Martins, where she studied fine art before studying journalism and has managed to establish a career which combines her fascination with both. She has written for The Art Newspaper, Monocle, the Economist, Artnet and the Guardian and has built teams of international writers covering news, investigative, data-driven reporting, analysis and long form features about the art world. We talk about investing in art, how to spot a trend (as well as what's best to avoid), THAT famous Banksy shredding moment and Non Fungible Tokens (NFTs). “There has been a view, I would say coming more from the investment world, that one of the reasons people don't buy digital art is because it's easily copied. I suspect that it's because it's not seen as as attractive as a painting on the wall.” We also talk about: The challenges and continuing effect of coronavirus on the art worldCurrent trends and ones to watch in the market Ring bidding in the upper echelons of the art worldThe risky game of trading art as an investmentThe lack of diversity in the art world and what museums are doing to rectify itYou can follow Jane on Twitter @MaryJaneMorris. About The Nicole Bremner Podcast: Nicole Bremner is an investor, speaker, writer, and podcaster. After a successful decade building a multi-million property portfolio in London, Nicole was forced by a number of external obstacles to stop, take stock and figure out what really matters in life.  Following a period of healing and reflection, she discovered that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger and, so very often, setback is followed by real success. On The Nicole Bremner Podcast, she speaks to others who have triumphed in the face of adversity and explores the lessons they have learned along the way. To find out who's coming up next on The Nicole Bremner Podcast, follow Nicole on Instagram @nsbremner and facebook or subscribe to her YouTube channel. You can also support the show here.  Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. The view and opinions of the guest speakers do not represent that of the host. Always do your own research. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/NicoleBremner)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/NicoleBremner)

Sophie Miller trained at Central St Martins before moving on to a decade-long career in television design.  Now, she gives her time and energy to Extinction Rebellion as a Red Rebel - and to Ocean Rebellion, of which she is a co-founder.   She lives in Cornwall, and so when she discovered that the first post-Covid G7 summit was taking place in her country and her county, she had to ask. In this week's second inspiring podcast, she describes what it actually takes to mount a successful action in the current political climate.  She talks of the growing support from all aspects of the Fourth Estate and - movingly - of the practical - and spiritual - path that has brought her to this place and this time. She speaks as an activist who understands the damage done to the Oceans, knowing that there is still time to change what we're doing.   We discuss the nature of policing, of totalitarianism - and the ways we can all work to transcend the crushing forces of authority to bring something deeper and more profound to our world.  https://oceanrebellion.earthhttps://rebellion.globalhttps://extinctionrebellion.uk

Sophie Miller trained at Central St Martins before moving on to a decade-long career in television design.  Now, she gives her time and energy to Extinction Rebellion as a Red Rebel - and to Ocean Rebellion, of which she is a co-founder.   She lives in Cornwall, and so when she discovered that the first post-Covid G7 summit was taking place in her country and her county, she had to ask. In this week's inspiring podcast, she describes the practical - and spiritual - path that has brought her to this place and this time - as an activist who understands the damage done to the Oceans -and that there is still time to change what we're doing.   We discuss the nature of policing, of totalitarianism - and the ways we can transcend the crushing forces of authority to bring something deeper and more profound to our world.   This is the first of two parts. Next week, we'll be back to find out how the activism transpired and where we all go from here. https://oceanrebellion.earthhttps://rebellion.globalhttps://extinctionrebellion.uk

Nikki Bedi and Richard Coles are joined by iconic Beninese singer songwriter Angelique Kidjo. Whilst known for her energetic world music style she has also collaborated with Philip Glass, covered Talking Heads, played to a jubilant crowd at the BBC Proms and worked as an advocate for the rights and education of women. Growing up in Afghanistan in the 80s, Waheed Arian had to flee the war aged 5. He contracted TB in a refugee camp and his childhood and education were completely disrupted by war. He sought asylum in the UK, gaining enough qualifications to go to Cambridge University to study medicine. He joins us. Esme Young ran an avant garde fashion shop, has made costumes for Leonardo Di Caprio and Renée Zellweger, lectures at Central St Martins and is a judge on the Great British Sewing Bee on BBC One. Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith is also a passionate angler – he joins us. We have the inheritance Tracks of the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell who chooses Chopin Nocturne No. 1 in b-flat minor and Tippett A Child of our Time, and your thank you. Producer: Corinna Jones

In this new episode of Out of the Clouds, host Anne Muhlethaler interviews Canadian ready-to-wear designer Todd Lynn (@toddlynnlondon).Anne and Todd have known each other since 2000, whilst Anne was starting out at Christian Louboutin in London and Todd was designing at Roland Mouret. They became close friends over the years and worked together closely especially after Todd launched his eponymous brand in 2006.Todd is considered rock and roll’s best kept secret. His clients include: U2; The Rolling Stones; Beyonce; The Savages; Lady Gaga; Courtney Love; Janet Jackson and P.J. Harvey. His collection embodies the easy, dark and beautiful rock and roll cool that his music industry heavy hitters have long appreciated, a hybrid fusion of perfect tailoring and casual deconstruction.The two discuss the joy and the challenges of having your own brand, the future of sustainability, and Todd offers thoughtful opinions around fashion as an ideas system. They touch on Todd's many incredible musical collaborations 's as he has dressed many a rock star, and reflect upon both the glamour and hard work involved, especially when going on tour.Todd also offers his mindfulness rituals, which more recently evolved to include baking cakes. Baking has allowed Todd to “connect to a process”, which is somehow rather similar to his very meticulous collection development process.Todd then shares thoughts on teaching BA Students at Kingston University, the best advice he ever received from his teacher, the much missed Louise Wilson, and finishes on the many books stacked up by his bedside. Enjoy!***Selected Links from Episode:You can find Todd at : Toddlynn.comor on Twitter @ToddLynnLondonon Instagram @ToddLynnLondonDeveloping a Fashion Collection – Basic Fashion Design - https://www.waterstones.com/book/developing-a-fashion-collection/elinor-renfrew/todd-lynn/9781350132559Fashion Phoenix - Directed by John Bland - http://film-directory.britishcouncil.org/fashion-phoenixBe Good to Your Gut – Eve Kalinik - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Be-Good-Your-Gut-delicious/dp/0349414920David Guetta ft. Sia – Titanium - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRfuAukYTKgSecond hand Todd Lynn Designs -Vestiaire Collective - https://www.vestiairecollective.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw-e2EBhAhEiwAJI5jg4F3qlvjxsuTXxk9IGJVltVBwJ1betUAB6Aa-ZSrsWIUGlZFkoBIORoCwAAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, it helps people find us and also helps to secure future guests. Thank you for listening!For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecas - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com.Follow Anne:Twitter: @annvi IG: @_outoftheclouds

Othello De’Souza-Hartley is a mixed media artist based in London. His artistic mediums include photography, film, performance, sound, drawing, and painting. He received an MA in Fine Art from Camberwell College of the Arts and previously studied photography at Central St Martins. Othello’s work explores identity, emotions, masculinity, gender, and the changing perception of the black body.I sat down to speak with Othello on a blustery Friday morning, he shared tender stories of his family life that made me understand him a little more. His creative Mother encouraged him to explore art and stay open and his Dad taught him about attention to detail and quality work. Unfortunately, in  2020 Othello lost his Dad to Covid-19,  we talk about how his untimely passing inspired him to ensure he lives his life to the fullest. We also discuss being visible and invisible in the UK, creating work in Uganda, and not waiting for outside approval or acceptance as a creative. You can see some of the work we talk about on Othello's Instagram HERE Host Emilyne Mondo 

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There are very few people that will talk as candidly about their own feelings and experiences so personal and it's something to admire and recognise. But it's important to remember that you don't feel pressurised to tell your story in the same way. This #HerStory is about a woman who looks so sorted again from the outside, you'd worry about connecting with her on Linkedin. But she's a real woman doing amazing things, coping with real-life, motherhood, illness, failure and success. But still curious, still looking forward and looking for a place to have self-expression and get on with it. Kate has given us a recipe about how you can support other women. She also left us with some brilliant takeaways and advice around setting boundaries. About Kate: Kate Bohn has had the "epitome of a 'squiggley career". Having pursued a career in art and academia, Kate then moved into software houses, tech and financial services, finding her place in a digital world "that is not overly populated with individuals who are creative, lateral thinking and female!" Kate is a regular speaker and advocates for diversity in all its forms, and a mentor across the talent pipeline. She is a founding member of the market's 'Balance' network and has been actively involved in ensuring gender equality and opportunities for women in the fintech industry. She is passionate about driving positive challenge and transparency, supporting robust, human-centred outcomes, be that through co-founding a ground-breaking industry utility 20 years ago or engaging with start-ups looking to solve the problems faced within the financial services industry as a whole. Kate is currently contributing as a Co-Editor for a project around fintech leadership and has completed a human-centered design course with Central St Martins for a femtech idea that she has had "bumping around in my brain for the last decade". In 2020, she co-created a community of multi-industry senior women in technology and FS practitioners, organising get-togethers that offer a psychologically safe and supportive environment in which to share common challenges and feel a little less lonely. The longer-term vision for Kate is to bring the communities collective experience together, understand common pain points and create powerful advocacy for change around the barriers.

Julie is an artist whose roots are in fashion. Julie is another shining example of a creative whose work continues to influence art and fashion everywhere, yet her own entry into the industry was not conventional. Julie started as a design assistant at John Galliano but without a degree. I'll let her tell you all in detail as it is so enlightening and I'm sure it will help you as you encounter tricky stuff as you grow up. Her lovely cat joins in too, which makes it really feel as though you're in Julie's studio with her! Julie's an iconic fixture as a much-loved tutor at Central St Martins. I had so much fun interviewing her and she has some really thoughtful advice for all you young creatives out there. @julieverhoeven @thefashionschooluk

In a world of diminishing natural resources, global economic crisis and constant pressure on time, how does not having enough shape the way we think and act? Professors Sendhil Mullainathan from Harvard, Simin Davoudi from Newcastle and Jeremy Till from Central St Martins discuss scarcity and sustainability with Philip Dodd and an audience at Sage Gateshead. Recorded on Saturday 26th October 2013 in front of a live audience at Sage Gateshead as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking festival.