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Bench Talk

Welcome to Bench Talk — the podcast where I dive into real, honest conversations with inspiring artists, to reveal what it really takes to build a thriving creative career. I’m your host, Tom Gerrard — an international artist from Australia and Co-Founder of The Art Career Academy, an online school dedicated to helping visual artists rise up and go pro. I kicked off this podcast back in 2016, when I was dreaming of going full-time with my art. And through these chats, I found the path and

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195 - Q&A: Balancing Creativity and Business

Bench Talk ·

2025/04/22

In this Q&A style episode of Bench Talk, Tom Gerrard & Claire Bradshaw from The Art Career Academy discuss various aspects of building a successful art career. Together they address the common challenges artists face; such as managing an overflow of artwork, balancing artistic growth with business acumen, and choosing the right art supplies. If you have a question you'd like Tom & Claire to unpack in a future Q&A episode, send your questions via DM on Instagram to @bench_talk

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194 - Jason Jagel (Classic episode)

Bench Talk ·

2025/04/08

In this episode of Bench Talk, host Tom Gerrard introduces a classic interview with artist Jason Jagel, who shares insights into his artistic journey, education, and the evolution of his work. Jagel discusses his experiences creating album artwork for the likes of MF Doom and Madlib, and the significance of his figure paintings, and the challenges of maintaining an artistic identity. He reflects on his career milestones, collaborations, and the impact of music on his art. The conversation also

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193 - John Murray

Bench Talk ·

2025/03/24

Bench Talk 193, Tom Gerrard interviews Australian artist John Murray, who shares his unique journey through the art world. From his early influences of Disney cartoons to his extensive career spanning over 50 years, John discusses his life in Lightning Ridge, the establishment of his art career and gallery. He reflects on the importance of community engagement through street art and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives his artistic endeavors. He shares his insights on navigating the street art

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192 - Sandrew - The Outsiders

Bench Talk ·

2025/03/04

Bench Talk Ep 192 - has Tom Gerrard sit down with one half of Art Collector duo Sandrew, Andrew King. Over the past 15 years, Sandra Powell and Andrew king have amassed the largest collection of street art in Australia, including artwork by Rone, Barry McGee, Os Gemeos, Adnate, Swoon, Bast, Faile, Paul Insect, Tom Gerrard and a room full of Banksy's to name a few. The exhibition runs daily till May 25 and is free. It's located on the corner of Flinders Lane and Hosier lane in Melbourne's CBD. This

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191 - Artist Q&A: Finding Collectors, Selling Your...

Bench Talk ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, I’m excited to welcome back business and mindset coach Claire Bradshaw from The Art Career Academy for our regular Q&A segment!Together, we dive into three key questions from our community, tackling some of the biggest challenges artists face today. We’ll explore strategies to overcome obstacles, shift mindset blocks, and take actionable steps toward your goals. The questions we’re answering in this episode: How do I find collectors? I know I have skills, and I want a

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190 - Saxon Quinn

Bench Talk ·

2025/02/04

Episode #190. Saxon Quinn is an Australian painter based in northern NSW. In this episode we discuss his prolific output and the many international and domestic exhibitions he has each year. And how he works his career from a regional location.In this interview Saxon discusses his artist mother Dianne Coulter as being a big inspiration on his work. You can see her work here www.diannecoulter.com You can find Saxon on instagram here @saxonjjquinn And his website www.saxonjjquinn.com ---- Are you

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BenchTalk 188 - ACA 2025 Vision and Planning

Bench Talk ·

2025/01/15

Plan Your 2025 Like a Pro with Claire BradshawIn this episode, I’m excited to welcome back business and mindset coach Claire Bradshaw from The Art Career Academy. Together, we dive into a powerful process for planning your 2025 with intention and clarity. Claire takes the reins, asking me thought-provoking questions that you can apply to your own art business. So grab a pen and paper, settle in, and follow along as we guide you through creating a roadmap for your most successful year yet. What

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188 - David Henry Nobody Jr

Bench Talk ·

2024/12/11

Episode 188 features New York based video and performance artist David Henry Nobody Jr. We discuss his 3 decade career and his evolution as his performance works found their way from galleries to cyberspace.Connect with (David Henry Nobody Jr Instagram @davidhenrynobodyjr Find out more davidhenrybrownjr.com Links from the episode Guardian article Red Carpet Rollers Short on time in your studio or want to maximise the time you have? Get this free guide Interested in

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187 - Art Career Q & A

Bench Talk ·

2024/11/25

This is the 3rd Q&A episode in our series with The Art Academy where we take questions from our community and then provide our thoughts and recommendations to help you to grow your art career.Things You’ll Learn in this Episode The first steps to take to start your art career The difference between an artist and a career artist How to know where you're 'there' & have 'made it' in your art career Connect with The Art Career Academy Instagram:

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186 - HuskMitNavn (classic ep)

Bench Talk ·

2024/11/12

This episode go back to 2016 when I caught up with the Danish artist HuskMitNavn. We discuss his art practice, style and his path so success as a fine artist, street artist and graffiti writer. Connect with HuskMitNavn Instagram @huskmitnavn1 ----------------- Short on time in your studio or want to maximise the time you have? Get this free guide https://www.artcareeracademy.com/free-supercharge-workbook Interested in our program Going [ART] Pro to build and grow your art

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185 - Shaun Hossack

Bench Talk ·

2024/10/15

Episode 185 featuring Shaun Hossack from Juddy Roller. We discuss Shaun's rise throughout his career to managing the production of some of Australia's largest mural projects and mural festivals. Connect with Shaun Hossack and Juddy Roller at • Instagram @juddyroller • Find out more at juddyroller.com.au ----------- Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth? Check

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184 - Q&A round 2

Bench Talk ·

2024/09/26

Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy to discuss another round of artist Q&A The three topics covered in this Episode Creating stable income as an artist Maximising your time in the studio Art and AI Connect with (Guest) Instagram @artcareeracademy Find out more at www.artcareeracademy.com Links from the episode Short on time in your studio or want to maximise the time you have? Get this free

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183 - Christopher Zanko

Bench Talk ·

2024/09/10

Episode #183. I catch up with Australian painter Christopher Zanko to discuss his hand carved paintings, his printmaking roots, being a two time finalist of the Wynne prize and his recent exhibitions. Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth? Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is available to do in your own time anywhere in the world.

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182 - Rhys Lee

Bench Talk ·

2024/08/27

Episode #182. I catch up with Australian painter Rhys Lee to discuss his oil paintings, his graffiti roots, global exhibitions and his recent show in Brisbane with Edwina Corlette. Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth? Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is available to do in your own time anywhere in the world.

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181 - D*Face (Classic episode)

Bench Talk ·

2024/08/15

This week I bring you another classic episode from back in 2019 when I caught up with British artist D*Face. We discuss his role in the birth of street art, his career and running his gallery Stolen Space.Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth? Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is open for waitlist enrollment right now.

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180 - Art Career Q & A

Bench Talk ·

2024/07/31

This week we introduce a new segment to Bench Talk. Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy to discuss some frequently asked questions from the Bench Talk inbox and discussions from within the Art Career Academy's momentum group. Tom and Claire discuss: The importance of investing in your work's presentation and using quality art materials. Battling with the IG algorithm. Getting your artwork seen. Exploring new styles when you're already known for

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179 - Ben Frost

Bench Talk ·

2024/07/16

For episode #179 I sit down with Australian pop artist Ben Frost. We discuss his street art roots, AI, exhibiting in the USA and many other areas of his career. Looking to uplevel your art career so that you feel confident and clear on the pathway forward AND experience creative and financial growth? Check out www.artcareeracademy.com. The signature 6 week program Going [ART] Pro is open for enrollment right now. Doors close 5th August.

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178 - Roger Gastman

Bench Talk ·

2024/07/03

Episode #178 I sit down with American curator, art dealer, filmmaker, and publisher Roger Gastman.Roger's career within the arts focuses on graffiti and street art. He got his start producing While You Were Sleeping magazine and continues till this day making fine art books. In 2011 he produced Art in the streets Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles and went on to be the main person behind ‘Beyond the streets’. We discuss all of this and a whole lot more.

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177 - Lauren YS (classic episode)

Bench Talk ·

2024/06/25

This week I dig into the archives and pull out a classic episode from back in 2018. We hear from Los Angeles based artist Lauren YS. I caught up with Lauren while she was visiting Melbourne for her exhibition at Juddy Roller. We discuss her work, muralism and traveling for art.

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176 - Rhys John Kaye

Bench Talk ·

2024/05/01

Episode #176 - Tom Gerrard sits down with Melbourne based artist Rhys John Kaye. They discuss Rhys' graffiti roots, his time spent living on Korea, his transition to oil paint and the growth of graffiti in the fine art world.

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