EPISODE FIFTEEN: Ally McKay
In this episode of The Art of Making Art Podcast, host Christina Lowry sits down with Ally McKay, an interdisciplinary artist from Brisbane. Ally shares her unique art journey, revealing her experiences with different mediums such as paper weaving, sculptural work, and video experimentation.
The conversation delves into her academic background, personal practice, creative processes, and how she finds inspiration. They also discuss the challenges faced by mid-career artists in finding exhibition opportunities, the significance of collaborative work, and maintaining a balance between professional and personal life. Ally gives insightful advice for upcoming artists and outlines her upcoming exhibition 'Paper Parts' at Logan Art Gallery.
The episode ends with Christina sharing tips on honing your artistic practice using a Venn diagram to explore overlapping themes of interest.
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