Ministry of Arts Podcast

In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Simon Callery (@Simon.Callery)

Simon Callery is known for his innovative approach to painting, which bridges the gap between two-dimensional surfaces and three-dimensional space. Born in London in 1960, Callery studied at Campion School and later at Cardiff College of Art. His work challenges traditional definitions of painting by incorporating sculptural elements—his c...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to SLART (@SLART.ME)

 SLART — a figurative expressionist and proud outsider artist based in Swindon, UK.

He dropped out of his A-level art class after his teacher told him he couldn’t draw large scale. It wasn’t until his late 30s that he picked up pen and ink again, prompted by a blog post that posed three questions about childhood pastimes. His answers were all “drawing a...

REWIND Ep.06 Si Sapsford - Ministry of Arts Podcast

In this REWIND episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Si Sapsford (@SiSapsford)

Si Sapsford is a multidisciplinary artist known for her innovative work across performance, installation, and digital media. Her practice explores themes of identity, technology, and the body, often challenging societal norms through provocative and immersive experiences.

Sapsford’s work has been ex...

REWIND Ep.05 James Gray & Cafe Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to James Gray & Cafe Art (@CafeArtUK)

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to both abstract artist James Gray and to Cafe Art, a group that helps and supports homeless artists.

James has been mentored and supported by Cafe Art, making his journey out of homelessness a smoother transition.

Each year Cafe Art distribut...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Zack Mennell (@ZackMennell)

Zack Mennell is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist whose work delves into themes of queerness, neurodivergence, and the complexities of visibility. Through performance, photography, and writing, Zack aims to unsettle familiar spaces, making visible the tensions embedded within them.

Their artistic practice often involves exploring the uncanny, seekin...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Reichardt (@CarrieReichardt)

Carrie Reichardt is not only one of Gary Mansfield's favourite artists, but one of his favourite people. She is such a multi-layerd person, a mosaic artist, a craftivist, she’s vocally opposed to death penalty and an all-round bloody good person, albeit a bit of an eccentric one.

Carrie Reichardt is best known for her mosaic and ceramic ...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Jessica Gale (@Jess.Gale.Art)

Jessica Gale is a British landscape artist born in 1967 in Catterick, Yorkshire. She began painting in 2010 during a period living in Amsterdam, inspired by the subdued beauty of a Dutch winter and influenced by Rembrandt's moody palette . Her work encompasses both representational and abstract landscapes. She investigates the inter...

REWID to August 2018: Ep.02: Patrick Hughes - Ministry of Arts Podcast

In Episode 2 you get to meet Patrick Hughes, the artist that brought about the mind-boggling Reverse Perspective manner of painting on a 3D surface. The sound quality of this episode is slightly under par, due to a technical difficulty.

Feel free to contact Gary with any queries, comments etc: email: ministryofartsorg@gmail.com All Social Media: @ministryo...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Erin-Atlanta Argun (@erinatlanta)

Erin-Atlanta Argun is an art and fashion historian who works as the Commissioning Editor for Edition Magazine at MyArtBroker. She is widely recognised for her vibrant street interview series, “Excuse Me Girl,” where she asks passersby what artwork they would most love to own and why—making art conversations more inclusive and engaging.

Erin earned ...

REWIND to July 2018: Ep. 01: Duggie Fields - Ministry of Arts Podcast

The very first episode of The Mizog Art Podcast features conceptual Maximalist painter Duggie Fields.

Duggie was the very first artist that corresponded with Gary Mansfield whilst he was in prison, Gary states that Duggie is the foundation stone of his new life as an artist, or a 'born again' artist, as Gary Jokingly refers to himself.

See: http://www.mizo...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Sara Reeve (@SaraReeveDraws)

Sara Reeve is a Brighton-based painter and tutor with a primary focus on portraiture and painting people. Her work is characterised by strong use of colour, bold shapes, and impactful compositions. Drawing inspiration from both observation and photography, she has a particular interest in portraying women in her paintings. Sara works with oil paints, a mediu...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Carrie Jean Goldsmith (@CarrieJeanGoldsmith)

Carrie Jean Goldsmith is a Canadian-born artist residing in the UK, celebrated for her abstract paintings that emphasize colour, light, and tonal gradation. Her creative process involves layering various media, embracing diverse brush marks and the luminosity of paint to produce unforeseen outcomes. This method allows her to craft imagery tha...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Meg Malloy/Working Arts Club (@WorkingArtsClub)

Founded by Meg Molloy in 2024, the Working Arts Club is a London-based independent network dedicated to professionals in the arts from working-class backgrounds.

Originally from Margate, Molloy founded the club to confront the isolation and structural barriers often experienced by those from lower-income communities within the arts in...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Daisy Collingridge (@Daisy_Collingridge)

Daisy Collingridge is a artist renowned for her unique and thought-provoking textile sculptures. A graduate of Central Saint Martins with a background in fashion design, her work bridges the gap between fine art, sculpture, and costume.

Her creations are imaginative, surreal, and often playful, characterised by their fleshy, anthropomorp...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Eden Maseyk (@helmgallery_)

Let’s take a moment to spotlight our incredible guest judges, who have the tough job of choosing the winner at Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2025…

Meet Eden Maseyk, co-founder and curator of Brighton’s @helmgallery_

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Passionate about making the art world more accessible, Eden curates a dynamic exhibition programme throughout the...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Amy Dury (@amy_dury)

We are beyond excited to have Amy Dury to the Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year 2025 judging panel!⁣

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As a former participant on Sky’s Portrait @artistoftheyear Amy knows exactly what it’s like to be in a live portrait competition.⁣

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Her masterful paintings explore societal roles, power dynamics, and human connections, earning her ex...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Wendy Barratt (@wendybarrattart)

Wendy’s journey is nothing short of inspiring...⁣

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Originally a finalist in Worthing Portrait Artist of the Year (Now Sussex Portrait Artist of the Year) Wendy then went on to win Sky’s Portait Artist of the Year in 2023! ⁣

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Her stunning portrait of Jane Goodall now hangs in the National Portrait Gallery where her self portrait was featured i...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Louise Duggan (@louisedugganartist)

Louise Duggan is a Chichester-based multidisciplinary artist whose work is a journey of discovery. After graduating from Leicester University in 1996 with a BA (Hons) in Art and Design, Louise embarked on a successful career in high-end interior design. She worked throughout London before relocating to Dubai, where she spent 23 years designing and...

In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to David Shillinglaw (@DavidShillinglaw)

David Shillinglaw is known for his vibrant, dynamic, and eclectic works that explore themes of human connection, identity, and the complexities of modern life. Born in 1982, Shillinglaw’s artistic practice spans a wide range of mediums, including painting, drawing, murals, and installation art. His style is characterised by bold colours, playful sym...