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PART 2 Defying Logic and Gravity: The Art of Facilitation with Alex Chinneck
PART 2 Defying Logic and Gravity: The Art of Facilitation with Alex Chinneck
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52 minutes
Released:
Mar 12, 2024
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Podcast episode
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In part two of this fascinating discussion, renowned artist and sculptor Alex Chinneck, delves into his evolution as a creative practitioner and shares his perspectives on public art, the creative process, and the evolution of his stellar career.In this episode we will hear:How and why Chinneck’s distinctive work, characterized by large installations that appear to manipulate the physical properties of materials, are linked to his philosophy of “facilitation over fabrication” About the balance between naively ambitious ideas and pragmatism Of the importance of stamina, adaptabilityAbout the battle between the digital and physical art creationChinneck’s view on what makes for good public art and a surprising detail in his public commission agreements01:24 The Top Skill for Success03:16 Versatility and Adaptability05:58 The Challenges and Rewards of Ambition and Risk07:04 The Struggle with Digital vs Physical Art13:31 The Role of Stamina in Overcoming Challenges19:56 The Evolution of Artistic Approach26:18 What Happens to The Works29:10 The Journey to Mastering Public Art30:15 Why Permanent Art Should Not be Permanent32:23 The Role of Developers34:03 Current and Upcoming Works36:14 The Proudest Moments47:11 The Importance of CollaborationAlex Chinneck (1984) is based in Kent, UK. Go check out his work on his website https://www.alexchinneck.com/ and follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexchinneck/Also mentioned in this episode:Milan Design Week: https://www.salonemilano.it/en | https://instagram.com/isaloniofficial/ Anish Kapoor: https://anishkapoor.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/dirty_cornerAntony Gormley: https://www.antonygormley.com/ Richard Serra: https://gagosian.com/artists/richard-serra/Michael Heizer: https://gagosian.com/artists/michael-heizer/Thom Yorke: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9BJwi8Q2AiLtLHdGlWqsrQ | https://www.instagram.com/thomyorke/Richard Nutborne Scenic Studio: https://rnscenicstudio.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/rnscenicstudioWhere to see Alex's permanent public sculptures:• The inverted pylon "A Bullet From A Shooting Star" on Ordnance Crescent, Greenwich peninsula, London. • The cracked facade titled "Six Pins And Half A Dozen Needles" at 77 Fulham Palace Road in Hammersmith, London.• The exploding staircase "A Spring in Your Step" in Circus Street, Brighton.• Series of "Group Hug" sculptures on buildings in Nancy, France.This episode is also available in video format on YouTube, with some images of the work: https://youtu.be/yZVJLSChiBMThe Installation Art Podcast is a bi-weekly show about people who...
Released:
Mar 12, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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