Art and the City

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with three talented Barbadian artists: Alanis Forde, Akilah Watts, and Anna Gibson. They are featured in the group exhibition Arcadia: Often Dreamt, Seldom Lived at the Verena Kerfin Gallery this June 2025. Through their vibrant and evocative works, these artists explore the Black Barbadian experience, offering a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of their island. Rooted in ancestral heritage yet responsive to fast social and environmental change, their art reflects both the dreams and the realities of Barbados — a paradise often idealized, but not fully understood by foreigners. Together, we dive into their creative journeys, their inspirations, and the messages behind their work. We discuss the art scene in Barbados, the challenges they face, and how each of them has developed a unique and authentic visual language. Listen to a powerful conversation on identity, culture, and the role of art in expressing both beauty and struggle.

Wer ist Viktor Voi, und was treibt ihn an, seine Gedanken in Kunst zu verwandeln? In dieser Folge werfen wir einen intensiven Blick auf den kreativen Prozess und die Inspirationsquellen eines außergewöhnlichen Künstlers. Erfahren Sie, wie Kindheitserinnerungen, gesellschaftliche Ereignisse und die Kraft der Improvisation seine Werke prägen. Viktor erzählt von seiner Liebe zur Musik, seiner Experimentierfreude mit Materialien und Techniken und warum Nachhaltigkeit in seinem kreativen Prozess eine Rolle spielt. Wie plant ein Künstler seine Zukunft? Welche Geschichten stehen hinter den Werken? Und wie wichtig ist ihm, was das Publikum in seinen Arbeiten sieht? Diese Episode ist eine Einladung, Viktor Vois Welt aus einer ganz neuen Perspektive zu entdecken – voller Tiefe, Leidenschaft und Überraschungen!

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of the artist Cat Spilman. Together we talk about her personal journey into art, the moments that have shaped her, and the challenges she has mastered. Cat tells us what inspires her and how she processes themes in her work that are often more complex than it seems at first glance. We take a look behind the scenes of her creative process: What materials and techniques does she use, and what role do emotions and intuition play? Cat also gives exciting insights into how her art has developed over the years, what messages she wants to convey with her works and how she invites the audience to find their own interpretations. Finally, we look at her current projects and her plans for the future. Whether art lovers, creatives or simply curious - this episode offers inspiration, insights and the opportunity to get to know Cat Spilman from a very personal side.

Guest curator Karla Marchesi sits down in conversation with Miles Hall, Sebastian Moody and María León, addressing themes explored in the recent exhibition Rocks and tethers. The group broadly discuss contemporary practices at the intersection of painting, sculpture and conceptual approaches and the drive to create connections through material process.