The Installation Art Podcast

Subscribe to receive new episodes straight to your inbox: https://installationartpodcast.com/subscribe In this bonus episode, host Anastasia Parmson explores what it really means to approach residencies as an installation artist. Beyond the logistics of time, space, and materials, we dive into bigger questions that shape the medium:• How to make large-scale, site-specific work in short timeframes and unfamiliar contexts?• What happens when you choose temporary or fragile materials instead of archival ones?• Is the value of installation art in the object, the process or the audience experience?• Could installation art be considered disposable or should we always aim for permanence?Drawing from a recent experimental residency at DRAW Space in Sydney, Anastasia reflects on the challenges of working fast, improvising with cardboard and collaborating with others. But more importantly, you’ll be invited to consider your own approach to residencies, materials, and the long-term value of installation art.Whether you’re an installation artist or simply curious about how these questions play out in practice, this episode offers insights and provocations designed to spark discussion.00:00 Introduction and Listener Review01:54 Invitation to Draw Space Residency03:47 Challenges and Initial Thoughts06:10 Execution and Community Involvement08:21 Building the Installation12:01 Final Touches and Open Day15:43 Reflections on the Experiment24:49 Conclusion and Future PlansDid this episode raise questions or spark ideas?We’d love to hear from you! Share your thoughts, stories, or residency experiences:• Leave a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/installationartpodcast • Send a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/installationartpodcast/• Use the contact form: https://installationartpodcast.com/contactBuy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/installationartpodcast Also mentioned in this epsisode:DRAW Space: https://drawspace.org/ | https://www.instagram.com/drawspacesydney Mentioned in this episode:Get your .art domain namehttps://get.art/?refdotart=art5044n9z17m promo code: ART5044N9Z17M

Get 15% off your .art domain name: https://get.art/?refdotart=art5044n9z17m promo code: ART5044N9Z17M Great deals from web host Hostinger: https://www.hostinger.com/referral?REFERRALCODE=INSTALLATIONARTAn enlightening conversation with celebrated Danish artist Uffe Isolotto. Discover his journey from growing up in a remote town in Denmark to being selected to represent his country at the prestigious Venice Biennale. Learn how Uffe balances work and life, the nuances of his collaborative process, and his unique approach to installation art. Key insights include: • The role of music and collaboration in his creative process. • Uffe’s early inspirations and how he evolved from poetry to visual art. • The logistics and challenges of creating large-scale immersive installations and collaborating with other artists and craftsmen. • Behind-the-scenes about preparing for the Venice Biennale and the unexpected aftermath. • Future projects and Uffe’s interest in film and world-building as part of his artistic practice.Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of Isolotto’s process and his innovative approach to contemporary installation art.You can follow Uffe on Instagram at @uffeisolotto https://www.instagram.com/uffeisolotto/ and learn more about his installation for the Danish Pavilion at Venice Biennale at @wewalkedtheearth https://www.instagram.com/wewalkedtheearth04:47 Journey into Art and Education10:07 First Major Projects and Public Art12:34 Venice Biennale Experience15:57 Collaborations and Challenges18:19 Creative Process and World Building28:04 Skills and People Management30:49 Exploring Hyperrealistic Sculpture31:30 Post-Venice Reflections33:14 Venturing into Filmmaking37:40 Artistic Practice and Longevity44:49 Funding and Challenges54:52 Advice for Young Artists58:04 Current Projects and Future PlansPS: We ran into a few technical issues during the recording of this episode, which means a small section of the conversation didn’t make it into the final cut and the audio isn’t perfect throughout. We appreciate your understanding.Also mentioned in this episode:NTS Radio: https://www.nts.live/ | https://www.instagram.com/nts_radio/ | @NTSLIVEUKDanish Art Foundation: https://www.kunst.dk/english/about-us | https://www.instagram.com/statenskunstfond/  Thomas Foldberg: https://thomasfoldberg.dk/ | https://www.instagram.com/thomas_foldberg_studio/ Lars Von Trier: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001885/ | https://www.instagram.com/larsvontrier_/  Soft Baroque: https://softbaroque.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/soft_baroque/  Anne Sofie Madsen: https://www.instagram.com/annesofiemadsenstudio/ Carlsberg Foundation: https://www.carlsbergfondet.dk/en/ | https://www.instagram.com/carlsbergfondet/ | @Carlsbergfondet1876Simon Starling: https://www.contemporaryartlibrary.org/artist/simon-starling-14184 Den Frie: https://denfrie.dk/en/ | https://www.instagram.com/denfrie.cph/ Holstebro Kunstmuseum: https://en.holstebrokunstmuseum.dk/ | https://www.instagram.com/holstebrokunstmuseum/ The Installation Art Podcast is a show about people who love and work with the contemporary art medium of installation. The host Anastasia Parmson, an artist herself, interviews internationally renowned artists and arts workers about the intricacies and...

Episode 32 features an unforgettable conversation with acclaimed New York-based sculptor and installation artist Petah Coyne. Known for her intricate, large-scale works crafted from an extraordinary range of materials – from dead fish and shredded trailers to wax, taxidermy, and black sand. Coyne’s career spans decades and her works are in major museum collections, including MoMA, the Whitney, the Met, and the Guggenheim. In this candid, in-depth interview, she shares not only her creative evolution and technical processes but also the personal stories, risks, and moments of doubt behind her monumental career.Key takeaways from this interview include:• The wild true story of how 5,000 dead fish played a role in launching her art career.• How Petah developed her own patented wax formula and the extreme logistics behind shipping large-scale works across the world.• A behind-the-scenes account of her first major institutional installation and the unexpected accident that helped get it reviewed by The New York Times.• Her perspective on rejection, persistence, and why she applied for grants every year for a decade before getting one.• Thoughtful reflections on time, mortality, and the pressure artists feel to keep creating.From poetic anecdotes to hard-earned wisdom, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a successful and deeply generous artist whose work, like great literature, lingers long after the first encounter.03:52 The Dead Fish Prank07:36 Early Life and Artistic Beginnings14:40 How To Avoid School16:00 Moving to New York22:22 First Big Break and Installation Art41:34 The Importance of Archival Quality46:22 Finding and Working with Assistants48:53 Fragility and Tactility of Artworks51:09 The Stolen Sculpture Incident54:36 Selling Large Sculptures to Collectors01:07:04 Navigating the Art World01:09:52 The Importance of Feedback01:24:56 Funding Art Projects01:31:01 Experimenting with New Mediums01:37:43 Final Thoughts and Advice To ArtistsPetah Coyne is based in New York and is represented by Galerie Lelong & Co., New York: https://galerielelong.com/artists/11-petah-coyne/ and Nunu Fine Art, Taiwan: https://www.nunufineart.com/petah-coyneYou can find out more about her work on her website: https://www.petahcoyne.org/And follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petahcoyneAlso mentioned in this episode:The Jealous Curator: https://thejealouscurator.substack.com/about | https://www.instagram.com/thejealouscurator/ Art For Your Ear Podcast, interview with Petah Coyne: https://www.thejealouscurator.com/blog/2020/11/20/just-be-wonderful/ Herron School of Art and Design: https://herron.indianapolis.iu.edu/ Art Academy of Cincinnati: https://www.artacademy.edu/ |

In this bonus episode of the Installation Art podcast, curator and art consultant Carrie Scott joins me to delve into the ongoing controversy surrounding the Venice Biennale Australian Pavilion. Together we discuss:• How artist Khaled Sabsabi and curator Michael Dagostino were appointed to represent Australia at the 2026 Venice Biennale and then abruptly cancelled• The procedural, political, and social dimensions of the decision made by Creative Australia, its impact on the local and international art scene, and what it means for artistic freedom• How the Australian arts community is responding to the shock decision• Carrie shares her personal experiences and insights, offering a poignant perspective on the value of art that challenges and provokes.We also touch on recent tragic news that affects the Biennale more broadly and raises questions about who has the authority to decide what kind of art is “acceptable” or what art is about.05:02 The Australian Pavilion Controversy: An Overview06:51 Selection Process for the Australian Pavilion10:46 Creative Australia's Decision and Backlash12:10 Senate Hearing and Further Repercussions17:36 Personal Reflections on the Controversy38:40 National Pavilions and Curator's Theme39:09 Tragic Passing of Koyo Kouoh42:38 Journalist's Role and Agenda45:16 Art and Political Sensitivities48:14 Personal Reflections on 9/1153:16 Curatorial Challenges and Responses58:59 Speculations and Broader ImplicationsCarrie Scott is a curator and art consultant based in London: https://www.carrie-scott.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/carriescottcurates/ 
SEEN is a next-generation art consultancy, shining a light on the opaque world of galleries, auction houses and dealers: https://www.seen.art/ | https://www.instagram.com/watchseenart/ | @watchseenart📬 Got comments? Share your thoughts: SpeakPipe.com/InstallationArtPodcastOr DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/installationartpodcast/ If you want to help the Sabsabi-Dagostino project in Venice, go to this website: https://khaledsabsabi.com/support-the-venice-biennale-2026-exhibition-by-khaled-sabsabi-curated-by-michael-dagostino/ Or purchase a unique artwork by Sabsabi to help raise funds: https://unvanishedsabsabi.myshopify.com/ Khaled Sabsabi speaks: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/the-art-show/khaled-sabsabi-speaks/105050484 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/audio/2025/apr/01/exclusive-khaled-sabsabi-speaks-on-the-damage-of-being-dumped-from-the-venice-biennale-full-story-podcast Also mentioned in this episode:Khaled Sabsabi: https://khaledsabsabi.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/peacefender/ Michael Dagostino: https://www.sydney.edu.au/museum/about-us/our-people.html Creative Australia: https://creative.gov.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/creative.australia/ Venice Biennale: https://www.labiennale.org/en | https://www.instagram.com/labiennale/ | @BiennaleChannelAdrian Collette:

Try Descript: https://get.descript.com/s8kjemvu79fzIn this episode, we speak with Elizabeth Lewis, Public Art Division Manager at Tilt Industrial Design, who offers a fascinating insider's perspective on how large-scale public artworks are engineered, managed, and brought to life. Elizabeth reveals the complex ecosystem of stakeholders involved in creating public art and shares invaluable advice for artists looking to break into this challenging but rewarding medium.What you will learn:• How industrial designers like Elizabeth act as "translators" between artists' creative visions and the technical requirements needed to bring monumental works to life• The truth about public art budgets and practices• Practical advice for artists wanting to venture into public art, including starting with temporary installations and test sites• How indigenous artists are bringing multidisciplinary approaches to public art that may reshape the entire fieldAbout Elizabeth Lewis:Elizabeth Lewis is the Public Art Division Manager at Tilt Industrial Design, an Australian firm specialising in technically complex and ambitious public art projects. With a background in industrial design, she has overseen numerous large-scale installations throughout Australia, working with established artists, emerging creators, and First Nations storytellers to translate artistic visions into enduring public works.03:17 Early Life and Inspirations04:39 Educational Journey05:39 First Job Experiences08:01 Transition to Tilt14:58 Challenges in Public Art18:29 Skills and Learning33:50 Project Timelines35:55 The Lifespan of Public Art45:49 The Role of Public Art Curators48:01 Building Networks and Identifying Artists50:49 First Nations and Indigenous Art53:01 The Growth of Public Art in Sydney59:09 Convincing Developers to Invest in Art01:05:08 Advice for Emerging Public Artists01:24:53 Current and Upcoming Projects01:26:08 Where to Find More InformationTilt Industrial Design: https://tilt-industrialdesign.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/tiltindustrialdesign Also mentioned in this episode:ResMed: https://shop.resmed.com.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/resmedanz/ | @resmedanz5242 BOC: https://www.boc.com.au/shop/en/au/home | @boclimited Tim Phillips: https://tilt-industrialdesign.com/news-media/media/tilts-tim-phillips-managing-director-featured-in-boutique-developer/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timphillipsdesigns/ Ateliers Jean Nouvel: https://www.jeannouvel.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/ateliersjeannouvel/ Yann Kersale: https://yannkersale.com/ |