Brain Fuzz

Artist Joe Peragine joins Joe (the other one) and Matthew for a discussion on his art practice, work, and its connection to the natural and post-natural worlds. The meaning of success is explored. Audio choices in the studio are shared. The merits of bad taxidermy are considered. A previous guest walks in to join them […] The post Joe Peragine At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 53 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Curator and Director of the University of Kentucky Art Museum, Stuart Horodner, joins Joe and Matthew on opening night of the Temporary Art Center. A repeat Brain Fuzzer, Stuart shares insights on how projects like the Temporary Art Center come together and why artists often need channels like pop-up shows. Questions are fielded from the […] The post Stuart Horodner At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 52 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Opening night at the Temporary Art Center in Atlanta kicks off with a conversation among Joe, Matthew, and artist Marc Brotherton. They uncover new insights about Marc’s work and its tie to arcade games. Screen sizes and scale are discussed. Entertainment vs art is debated. The Brain Fuzz Analog Messaging Center is activated. (Un)required Resources for Episode […] The post Marc Brotherton At The Temporary Art Center | Episode 51 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In this brief episode, Joe and Matthew meet up again with artist Scott Ingram to observe their 50th episode milestone and announce a residency at the Temporary Art Center. It is exactly what it sounds like: A temporary project – a kind of pop up on speed – organized by Scott, and the scope is […] The post Well, It’s Temporary . . . | Episode 50 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Curator of photography Gregory Harris joins Joe and Matthew at a special location to talk curation, types of photography, museum culture, and the ins and outs of such institutional challenges as wall text. Specifically, they examine social documentary and the differences among related genres. Technology shifts across decades are put into context. “Film vs Digital” is observed as […] The post Gregory Harris And Geometric Dislocation | Episode 49 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In this much anticipated follow up to an earlier episode, artist Scott Ingram shares his thoughts on a recent exhibition that was literally demolished. In the resulting discussion, the origin of creative ideas is observed, and they explore the very nature of creative practice. Biennials are discussed – including their role and related curatorial challenges. A sober […] The post Scott Ingram And The Bigger Pond (Part 2) | Episode 48 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

The sculpture studio of artist Christina West is the site of a discussion on her work, practice, and aspects of the creative life. A basketball goal triggers a discussion on work / life balance while maintaining an arts career. A Mattress Factory show is discussed. Controversy and another c-word (censorship) plays a role. A centuries-old […] The post Christina West Pulls Us Into Three Dimensions | Episode 47 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

On the heels of a recent solo show, artist Sarah Hobbs hosts Joe and Matthew at her studio. Impressed by the tidiness of the space, the co-hosts are curious if she straightened up just for them. The conversation drifts toward how one keeps a studio while managing the flow of projects and exhibitions. Because she […] The post Sarah Hobbs And The Mystery Of Abandoned Spaces | Episode 46 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Paris travel and art studio life kick off this lunchtime discussion. After a long winter break, Joe and Matthew have much to catch up on resulting in a lengthier episode chock full of art travel insights – ranging from recommended destinations to museum critique. Artist, movie, book, and graphic novel recommendations are made. Colorful anecdotes […] The post A Working Lunch | Episode 45 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

In Joe and Matthew’s triumphant return from a long winter break, artist Dana Haugaard joins them for a visit to one of his recent installations. They discuss Haugaard’s work in sound and sensation as well as his journey (which has often been by truck) between cities and studios. Spanning different venues including an Atlanta brewery, the conversation […] The post Dana Haugaard And The Tight Circles of Life | Episode 44 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Whether you’re into the arts, architecture, or sustainability, if you haven’t heard of Serenbe, you should. With a totally different approach to, well, just about everything, it’s a case study in cultivating an arts-centric community. Joe and Matthew join Megan Schaeffer, the Art Farm Director at Serenbe, to discuss their community and arts program. Along the […] The post Megan Schaeffer And The High, Low, And In-Between | Episode 43 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Artist Scott Ingram talks with Joe and Matthew the week before an art event unique to Atlanta but with relevance for cities everywhere. All of the work in Til The Lights Go Out, which he is curating, will be demolished at the end of the exhibition along with the gallery space in which it is being housed. There are […] The post Scott Ingram And The Bigger Pond (Part 1) | Episode 42 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew take on artist evolution and even institutionalism in this extra special, extra lengthy episode. It kicks off with a brief review of a Todd Rundgren concert and moves into something that borders on institutional critique. Storm King Art Center and DIA:Beacon get more than just mentions. Alex Katz quotes inspire healthy discussion. […] The post Armchair Anthropology From Behind The Line | Episode 41 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Cohorts Joe and Matthew meet up with artist Steven Anderson at an offsite location. Detoxing from social media and technology is just one of the many topics they explore. Steven shares his creative journey through spots across the country and globe. The nuts and bolts of an artist-run space are examined. Arts education, studio spaces, […] The post Steven Anderson And The Amish Cleanse | Episode 40 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

After a summer road trip through upstate New York, Matthew shares highlights from Albany to Kinderhook with Joe. Some rock history is shared. The cover of Bringing It All Back Home is referenced. An artist with his own “ism” is discussed. Gallery, book, film, podcast, and even hotel recommendations are offered. Matthew takes his turn […] The post (Upstate) New York Stories | Episode 39 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join artist Krista Clark at her studio, a unique space with its own interesting story. Together they discuss her work, creative practice, and what feeds it. Recent successes are celebrated. The time suck of social media is investigated. Along the way, topics including gentrification, activism, and institutionalism in art are explored. Fast […] The post Krista Clark And Heavy Metal Rehearsal | Episode 38 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

After a summer break, Joe and Matthew return to the studio complex. Though they’re a little rusty at first, the conversation quickly turns to a recent travel destination. Art and music highlights of Memphis TN are shared. This also sparks a conversation around the evolution of – and ties between – technology, consumer models, and community. Previous […] The post Of Memphis and Rusty Technology | Episode 37 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Joe and Matthew join multi-disciplinary artist Ben Coleman over tea to discuss his sound work. They visit Ben’s Room of Future Hits for a listen to projects past and present. Then, it’s back to tea and a brief tour of Ben’s record collection. The strengths of McCartney II are explored. The pros and cons of […] The post Ben Coleman And The Hiss of Life | Episode 36 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

A documentary recommendation and adventures in vinyl shops are highlights in part two of this conversation between co-hosts Joe and Matthew at the studio complex. Continuing with an account of travel through Florida, the topic of gentrification is revisited. Debate on the canon again re-emerges and references an earlier Brain Fuzz conversation with artist Craig […] The post Of Readymades and Gentrification (Part 2) | Episode 35 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.

Back at the studio complex, Matthew shares highlights from a trip through Florida. The conversation winds its way across topics ranging from the ties between Dalí and Duchamp to this century’s wave of Edison bulbs and reclaimed wood. Several museums and studio spaces are recommended. Arts community encounters are shared. Joe offers insights on Sex, Drugs, […] The post Of Readymades and Gentrification (Part 1) | Episode 34 appeared first on Brain Fuzz.