6 | There’s Always Another Shell When You Need It with Gerard Russo

In this episode of Through the Creative Door, Alexis sits down with Gerard, a talented creative known for his unique approach to art. Gerard’s signature style combines mark-making, painting, etching, and strategic backlighting to challenge the traditional boundaries between sculpture and painting. He shares insights into his creative process, how he navigates the hustle of being a working artist, and the rewards of commissioned projects. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of art, innovation, and perseverance, and get inspired by his journey as an artist pushing the limits of traditional mediums.

If you’d like to see more, you can follow Gerard on instagram; @ gerard.russo.art

 

This episode was recorded on 15 February 2025 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.

Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode.

Psst! We are always on the lookout for creative people to share their story and inspire others. Have you got someone in mind who would love to have a chat? Get in contact with us via Instagram @throughthecreativedoor

 

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Creative resources from Gerard:

Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday 

Mastery by Robert Greene

101 Things to Learn At Art School by Kit White 

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CREDITS

Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor

Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel

Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel

 

00:09 - Alexis (Host)

Hello, my name is Alexis Naylor and I am your host here at Through the Creative Door. On behalf of myself and my guests, I would like to acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians on which this podcast is recorded and produced. Owners and custodians on which this podcast is recorded and produced. May we pay our respects to all First Nations people and acknowledge Elders, past and present. On this podcast, I'll be chatting to an array of creative guests, getting a glimpse into their worlds and having some honest and inspiring conversations along the way. I'm delighted to welcome you to Through the Creative Door. 

Hello, you, amazing human being. Oh, my goodness, I am so chuffed to be having you on Through the Creative Door. 

 

01:01 - Gerard (Guest)

Thank you for having me, yeah, and for calling me an amazing human being. You're also. You're also an amazing human being. 

 

01:07 - Alexis (Host)

Oh, my goodness you are such a talented bear for those listening. I am in this beautiful space of yours looking at some of your stunning artwork that is um surrounding me. How would I describe your signature medium? there's so many, 

 

01:26 - Gerard (Guest)

Often the reaction I get. People will be like so what am I? What is that? What am I looking at? 

 

01:34 - Alexis (Host)

it's so beautiful. 

 

01:35 - Gerard (Guest)

I love working in a medium that does that to people. It just confuses people right away. It's a great, great tactic right Start off with confusion. 

 

01:45 - Alexis (Host)

Fantastic. Fantastic.

 

01:47 - Gerard (Guest)

I'd describe it as an interplay of emitted light and reflective light that I'm very attracted to. But yeah, so my process is a mark-making process combined with an etching process and a backlighting process. 

 

02:06 - Alexis (Host)

So yeah, it is a bit confusing. It's not confusing, it's just beautiful tapestry of creative ventures all in the one to create your work. It's, yeah, absolutely stunning. 

 

02:21 - Gera