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Brianna Parker: Rhythm in Rituals

Brianna Parker won Péjú Oshin’s Choice Award in Jackson’s Art Prize this year with her work The Art of Frying Plantain. In this interview, she discusses physicalising her thoughts, the three stages of painting, and transforming a simple domestic task into a performance. Above image: Brianna in her shed studio space     Josephine: Could you tell us about your artistic background? Brianna: I’ve always had a natural affinity for art. From early on, I discovered that creating was not only a way to express myself but also a way to make sense of the world around me. My sketchbooks became a space where I explored my reality, emotions, and imagination. Through exercising this love of creating I was able to refine my technical skills and visual communication, by experimenting with diverse mediums and studying the practices of other artists. My first step into the art world came through attending art school, which was an interesting yet eye-opening and formative experience. It not only allowed me to strengthen my artistic professionalism, but also gave me deeper insight into society and culture beyond the curriculum.     Josephine: What does a typical working day in the studio look like for you? …

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Expert Advice on Social Media and Websites for Artists

Social media for artists can be a drain on our resources, often because we expect too much from it. It can be helpful to think of it as one useful tool rather than the whole box. This article is less about how to get a high follower count and more about identifying the purpose of your social media to help you approach it more effectively. I will also share insights on the necessity of a website and benefits of newsletters.     What’s the Purpose of Your Social Media? Figuring out the purpose of your social media accounts is the key to their ‘success’. And the success may come in many different forms. Are you looking to connect with your community? Build an audience for your work? Use it as a selling platform? I like the word platform because it suggests something to dive off and build from. Whether that’s simply directing people to your website or initiating an in-person meeting with someone at an event. It’s not the whole story, just the opening chapter. So with that in mind, try not to put too much emphasis on its immediate return. You may have all of these objectives, but, to …

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Samir Rakhmanov: Colour’s Emotional Charge

Samir Rakhmanov won Anita Klein’s Choice Award in Jackson’s Art Prize this year with his work A Burial. In this interview, he discusses his shift from realistic to expressive painting, making the most of daylight, and finding beauty within grief. Above image: Samir in the studio     Josephine: Could you tell us about your artistic background? Samir: I was born in a small town of Pavlohrad in Ukraine, but grew up in Baku, Azerbaijan. When I was a kid, I liked drawing – but honestly, nothing worth framing. My parents, being optimistic, put me in a small art school that had art lessons alongside regular subjects. That experiment didn’t last long, and I ended up in a regular middle school. For a few years after that, I barely drew at all. Then, in 8th grade, something clicked. I got hooked on drawing again, this time with a focus on manga, video game concept art, and illustration. That was the first time I thought, “Alright, maybe this is what I want to do”. A few years later, I got a graphic tablet and started doing a ton of digital painting. By the time I finished middle school, my goal was …

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David Rae: Golden Familiarity

David Rae won a Jackson’s Choice Award in Jackson’s Art Prize this year with his work Firestone 6. In this interview, he discusses the relevance of yellow, starting to paint less familiar places, and how a break can be a good thing. Above image: David in his studio     Josephine: Could you tell us about your artistic background? David: I’m not quite sure how or when exactly, I guess I always did some drawing and painting growing up, especially in winter when it was more miserable outside. I always wanted to go to art school, so that part was an easy decision. I studied in Aberdeen at Grays School of Art, graduating in 2017. I’ve been based in Edinburgh since 2021. Places and landscapes have always been at the forefront of my work, with the absence of figures being a constant.     Josephine: What does a typical working day in the studio look like for you? Do you have any important routines or rituals? David: I try to get there by 9:00 am and look at where things are, and make a plan for the day. Usually I try to work on at least a couple of paintings …

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Expert Advice on Open Calls for Artists

The Royal Academy Summer Exhibition has prompted me to offer some advice on Open Calls. The response letter carries a lot of weight for many artists, but it’s not the only open call out there to consider. We are going to look at the benefits of entering open calls, researching and choosing wisely, advice for your application, and healthy acceptance of the outcome.     Expert Advice on Open Calls for Artists   Why Enter An Open Call? An open call is an invitation for any artist to have their work considered for an exhibition, residency, prize, or grant. In this article, we’re going to focus on open call exhibitions, which are a smart way to get your work seen by more eyes, including potential new collectors and galleries. You can also meet new artists to connect with and gain experience in getting your work exhibition ready. There is nothing like seeing your work out in the wild, curated in a space alongside other artists. You can use these opportunities to invite people to come and see your work. For example, an artist I work with had a painting at the Mall Galleries, in London, and she hosted a coffee …

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