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Sculpture VultureAuthor: Antique Bronze
Interviews and Inspiration From The World of Sculpture. Join, Lucy Branch, sculptural conservator and author, as she talks to sculptors whose work can be found in public spaces. They discuss their creative journeys, their artistic practice and their shared love for all things bronze. Find the show notes at www.sculpturevulture.co.uk and download your free novel. Language: en Genres: Arts, Visual Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Down The Rabbit Hole of Sculpture with Laura Ford
Episode 8
Tuesday, 23 December, 2025
In this pre-Christmas episode of Sculpture Vulture, host Lucy Branch reflects on a fruitful year while sharing insightful clips from past episodes. Lucy features pearls of wisdom from renowned sculptors such as Kenny Hunter, Steven C. Barber, Nigel Hall, Kerry Thomas, Neil Andrews, Tom Murphy, Aiden, Tim Shaw, and Rebecca Hawkins. Each sculptor offers a unique perspective on the art of sculpture, its challenges, and its rewards. Lucy introduces the featured guest, sculptor Laura Ford, who discusses her journey in the sculpture world, insights into her creative process, and her educational initiative at the Matt Black Barn. 00:00 Introduction to Sculpture Vulture00:29 Reflecting on a Busy Year01:17 Gems from Past Episodes01:49 Kenny Hunter's Insight on Art02:24 Steven C. Barber on Monumental Thinking03:03 Nigel Hall's Sculptural Perspective04:22 Kerry Thomas on Artistic Philosophy04:57 Neil Andrews on Dynamic Form07:13 Tom Murphy on the Spirit of Art08:00 Aiden on the Essence of Great Sculpture09:10 Tim Shaw on the Pursuit of Perfection09:47 Rebecca Hawkins on Taking Time Off11:40 Interview with Laura Ford25:39 The Creative Process and Self-Consciousness26:04 The Cats and the Banking Crisis28:42 Exhibitions and Visibility28:57 The Matt Black Barn: A Dream Studio31:26 The Importance of Education in Sculpture33:04 Balancing Art and Practicality36:30 Working with a Partner39:57 Conclusion and Upcoming ExhibitionsPlease support the show by buying Wax On Wax Off: How To Care For Bronze Sculpture Or Bronze Behaving Badly: Principles of Bronze ConservationContact Lucy: Lucy@antiquebronze.co.uk This podcast was brought to you by Antique Bronze
