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The Good Oil

Graeme Douglas
Painting
Māori Art
American Abstraction
Minimalism
Art Education
Martin Poppelwell
New Zealand Art
Cultural Identity
Venice Biennale
Māori Culture
Ceramics
Melanie Roger Gallery
Painting Techniques
Art History
Aotearoa
John Brown
Jacqueline Fahey
Tāmaki Makaurau
Nigel Brown
Hawkes Bay

The Good Oil is dedicated to long form conversations with Aotearoa / New Zealand painters about their lives and practices.

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In this episode, I sit down with Ōtepoti based artist Simon Kaan at Sanderson gallery in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Simon is of Ngāi Tahu, Chinese and Pākeha descent. He has a Diploma of Fine Arts, with Honours, from Otago Polytechnic, and has works held in... more

In this episode, I visit Sarah Smuts-Kennedy at her home and studio at Maunga Kereru, in Mahurangi West, north of Auckland.

Sarah has a Master of Fine Arts, with first class honours, from the Elam School of Fine Arts at the University of Auckland. S... more

Kia ora, welcome to episode 37 of The Good Oil, conversations with Aotearoa painters.

In this episode, I visit Richard Killeen at his home and studio in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Richard is over five decades into one of the most celebrated practices in New... more

Kia ora, welcome to episode 36 of The Good Oil, conversations with Aotearoa painters.

In this episode, I visit Raukura Turei at her studio in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Raukura is Ngā Ra-u-ru Kītahi Taranaki, Ngāti Pāoa and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

Her work has... more

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Host of insightful conversations with Aotearoa/New Zealand painters, focusing on their lives and artistic practices.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Excellent podcast for artists

    I’m an Australian artist living in the UK and I’ve been really enjoying your podcast. The conversations are engaging, uplifting, and full of inspiration. Looking forward to future episodes; thanks so much for creating it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CurrawongSong
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Inspirational

    Well done, so interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmromeril
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Great podcast

    As a practicing artist living outside New Zealand I love hearing from kiwi artists and what they are up to as well as how they tick. This is a great podcast with good questions and excellent chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonga
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A wonderful contribution to New Zealand’s art history

    The Good Oil is wonderful contribution to New Zealand’s art history. Graeme asks such insightful questions, the episodes are fantastic insights into each artist’s life and practice. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spencer Sutherland
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • New Zealand’s Contemporary Art History in the Making

    I am thoroughly enjoying this podcast. Graeme Douglas asks the right questions and the artists seem relaxed enough to be telling great stories about their method and influences. I think it would be interesting for both artists and collectors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kingofdeswing
    New Zealand2 years ago

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There is a common sentiment that the episodes provide deep insights into the artists' lives and practices, which many find inspirational.
The show is praised for providing valuable commentary on New Zealand's art history and culture.
Listeners appreciate the insightful conversations, finding them engaging and uplifting.
Many praise the quality of interviews and the host's ability to ask the right questions, creating a relaxed atmosphere for artists.

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#3
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#104
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Ep 36 Raukura Turei
Q: So was that work an experience, a bit of a turning point in your practice?
Te Poha o Hineirui was a significant opportunity that brought a gear change in my practice.
Ep 36 Raukura Turei
Q: Was there a sense as a kid or even a teenager that there was an art practice in you?
Yes, making has always been natural, with drawing and painting being my happy place.
EP 31 Andrew McLeod
Q: Do you feel a responsibility to yourself or to painting as a whole?
Andrew feels a responsibility to communicate through his work, acknowledging the interconnectedness of art and society.
EP 31 Andrew McLeod
Q: What does a painting mean to you?
For Andrew, a painting is an arrangement of attention that showcases the emotional complexities of life.
EP 31 Andrew McLeod
Q: What weaknesses or limitations of your own are you working to, that you're turning into strengths?
Andrew states that it takes a whole person to work out their weaknesses and that every artist has their limitations, yet he remains committed to evolving his art.

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Featuring engaging conversations with Aotearoa/New Zealand painters, this podcast explores the unique artistic journeys of its guests, focusing on the intricate relationship between their personal lives, cultural backgrounds, and their art. The discussions often reveal insights into various themes, including Māori culture, identity, and the impact of the environment on their creative practices. Notably, the show often highlights significant historical and contemporary contexts, making it a rich source of inspiration not only for artists but also for art collectors and enthusiasts interested in New Zealand's artistic landscape.

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