Carving Success: Alex Seton on Marble, Art Logistics, and Career Advice

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In Episode 24, we delve into the artistic journey and career insights of acclaimed Australian artist Alex Seton. This fascinating conversation covers:

• The logistics and insider info about creating large-scale marble sculptures and installations.

• Alex's unique creative process, from childhood influences to professional milestones.

• Insightful anecdotes about public art commissions and navigating institutional complexities.

• Tips for emerging artists on studio space, residencies, and entering the commercial gallery scene.

Tune in for an engaging blend of career advice, fun anecdotes, and practical experiences from a mid-career artist.

02:43 Introduction and Work-Life Balance

04:27 Early Life and Background

08:13 Art Education and Career Beginnings

21:52 Path To Professional Success

30:22 Art and Mental Health Challenges

42:22 Physical Toll of Sculpture

47:43 Public Art Stories and Disasters

55:23 The Australian Flag and War Memorial Commissions

01:02:21 Logistics and Challenges of Heavy Sculptures

01:08:24 Navigating Relationships With Galleries

01:23:06 Residencies and Their Impact

01:33:17 Sustainability in Sculpture

01:40:16 Dream Project

Alex Seton is based in Sydney. You can find out more about his work on his website http://www.alexseton.com/ and on his Instagram alexseton_

He is represented by Sullivan+Strumpf gallery: https://www.sullivanstrumpf.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/sullivanstrumpf/

Also mentioned in this episode:

Edna St Vincent Millay: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/edna-st-vincent-millay

Abdel Nasser: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamal_Abdel_Nasser

CSIRO: https://www.csiro.au/en/

Walden by Thoreau: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walden

St Ignatius College: https://www.riverview.nsw.edu.au/ |

NIDA (National Institute of Dramatic Art): https://www.nida.edu.au/

UNSW Art & Design (formerly College of Fine Arts): https://www.unsw.edu.au/arts-design-architecture/our-schools/art-design | https://www.instagram.com/unsw/

Brian O’Dwyer: https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Brian-O-dwyer/AAA0DDC26E101929

Alexie Glass-Kantor: https://creative.gov.au/news/biographies/alexie-glass-kantor/ | https://www.instagram.com/alexieglass/

Russell Storer: https://artasiapacific.com/news/m-names-new-senior-curator-and-head-of-curatorial-affairs

Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro: https://claireandsean.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/clairehealyandseancordeiro/

Liam Gillick: https://liamgillick.info/

Wombeyan Caves: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/wombeyan-karst-conservation-reserve

Maunsell Wickes: https://maunsellwickes.com/home/ | https://www.instagram.com/maunsellwickesgallery/

Art Gallery of NSW: https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/artgalleryofnsw/

Ben Quilty: https://benquilty.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/benquilty/

Claire Milliedge: https://claremilledge.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/claremilledge/

Michael Reid: https://michaelreid.com.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/michaelreidsydney/

S. H. Ervin Gallery: https://www.shervingallery.com.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/shervingallery/

Pigpen: https://www.peanuts.com/about/pigpen

Mitchell Ferrie: https://nandahobbs.com/artist/mitchell-ferrie | https://www.instagram.com/mitchellferrie/

Nanda\Hobbs: https://nandahobbs.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nandahobbs

Joel Elenberg: https://www.aasd.com.au/artist/93-joel-elenberg/works-in-past-sales/?page=3

Anna Schwartz: https://annaschwartzgallery.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/annaschwartzgallery/

Sculpture By The Sea: https://sculpturebythesea.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/sculpturebythesea

Newcastle University: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/uni_newcastle

Ken Unsworth: https://artistprofile.com.au/ken-unsworth/

Australian Museum: https://australian.museum/

Ron Robertson Swann: https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/collection/artists/robertson-swann-ron/

Australian War Memorial: https://www.awm.gov.au/ | https://www.instagram.com/awmemorial

Museums of History NSW: https://mhnsw.au/

Hyde Park Barracks: https://mhnsw.au/visit-us/hyde-park-barracks/

Jennifer Turpin: https://turpincrawfordstudio.com.au/

Arts Law: https://www.artslaw.com.au/ |