In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with three talented Barbadian artists: Alanis Forde, Akilah Watts, and Anna Gibson. They are featured in the group exhibition Arcadia: Often Dreamt, Seldom Lived at the Verena Kerfin Gallery this June 2025. Through their vibrant and evocative works, these artists explore the Black Barbadian experience, offering a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of their island. Rooted in ancestral heritage yet responsive to fast social and environmental change, their art reflects both the dreams and the realities of Barbados — a paradise often idealized, but not fully understood by foreigners. Together, we dive into their creative journeys, their inspirations, and the messages behind their work. We discuss the art scene in Barbados, the challenges they face, and how each of them has developed a unique and authentic visual language. Listen to a powerful conversation on identity, culture, and the role of art in expressing both beauty and struggle.

Wer ist Viktor Voi, und was treibt ihn an, seine Gedanken in Kunst zu verwandeln? In dieser Folge werfen wir einen intensiven Blick auf den kreativen Prozess und die Inspirationsquellen eines außergewöhnlichen Künstlers. Erfahren Sie, wie Kindheitserinnerungen, gesellschaftliche Ereignisse und die Kraft der Improvisation seine Werke prägen. Viktor erzählt von seiner Liebe zur Musik, seiner Experimentierfreude mit Materialien und Techniken und warum Nachhaltigkeit in seinem kreativen Prozess eine Rolle spielt. Wie plant ein Künstler seine Zukunft? Welche Geschichten stehen hinter den Werken? Und wie wichtig ist ihm, was das Publikum in seinen Arbeiten sieht? Diese Episode ist eine Einladung, Viktor Vois Welt aus einer ganz neuen Perspektive zu entdecken – voller Tiefe, Leidenschaft und Überraschungen!

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of the artist Cat Spilman. Together we talk about her personal journey into art, the moments that have shaped her, and the challenges she has mastered. Cat tells us what inspires her and how she processes themes in her work that are often more complex than it seems at first glance. We take a look behind the scenes of her creative process: What materials and techniques does she use, and what role do emotions and intuition play? Cat also gives exciting insights into how her art has developed over the years, what messages she wants to convey with her works and how she invites the audience to find their own interpretations. Finally, we look at her current projects and her plans for the future. Whether art lovers, creatives or simply curious - this episode offers inspiration, insights and the opportunity to get to know Cat Spilman from a very personal side.

Guest curator Karla Marchesi sits down in conversation with Miles Hall, Sebastian Moody and María León, addressing themes explored in the recent exhibition Rocks and tethers. The group broadly discuss contemporary practices at the intersection of painting, sculpture and conceptual approaches and the drive to create connections through material process.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dutch artist and sculptor Jeroen Cremers, who chats to us about his inspirations - which range from science fiction films to ancient civilisations -, his artistic procedure, dystopias and utopias, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his work. Listen to learn more about Jeroen’s fascinating exhibition ‘The unexpected guest’ at BARK BERLIN GALLERY.

Magdalena Piech sitzt bei unserem Podcast mit einem Dog Collar vor mir, eine zarte, entrückte Gestalt, scheu und selbstbewusst zugleich mit einem faszinierenden Funkeln in den Augen und in vollständiger Harmonie mit ihrer Kunst. Sie macht Fetischkunst, meist mit schwarzem Kohlestift, große Formate, wunderschöne, elegante, schlanke Körper in Latex gehüllt, Licht-Reflexionen, die Gesichter vollständig maskiert. Und das Ganze hat nicht das geringste von plumper Pornographie, hat nichts zu tun mit direktem Sex oder Gewalt, hier geht es um reine fetischisierte, träumerische Erotik, vollendete Ästhetik in mysteriösen, reinen Gesten. Was ist Fetisch? Die erotische Aufladung von Gegenständen, von entpersönlichten Personen. Tauche ein in unser Gespräch.

Today we have the pleasure of having a conversation in Spanish with the Spanish artist Juan Fernández Álava, one of the four artists who were part of the group exhibition ''Novus'', which took place last August 2023. Guided by Irene Sánchez Gómez and carried out via Zoom, in this conversation we talk about the methodologies that the artist follows for making the artworks, the different inspirations and his understanding of color. Press Play to this chapter of Bark and The Gang podcast and enjoy the interesting conversation with the great artist Juan Fernández Álava.

From Oporto, Portugal, the artist Claus Voss Cordeiro talks today with Irene Sánchez Gómez via Zoom about his participation in our group exhibition ''Novus'' held at the Bark Berlin Gallery last August 2023. Claus tells us how he makes the artworks, how is his perspective of the world and much more. You can press Play and enjoy this talk in English where you can learn a little more about the young and great artist Claus Voss Cordeiro, here, in Bark and the Gang Podcast.

Host Taja van der Does chats with German portrait and documentary photographer Victoria Jung about her new exhibition “fever dream” at BARK BERLIN GALLERY. They cover Vicky’s start as a photographer, recount some special memories of her time in the ‘city of extremes’ New Orleans and discuss the development of this unique long-term photo essay project. In New Orleans, Vicky got to know an extraordinary, creative, queer community that found its home in a place under constant threat, where lights are bright as the shadows are dark. Listen and get to know Vicky, New Orleans and the protaginists of her pictures, in this episode of BARK AND THE GANG.

The argentinian painter Lucas Pertile describes his process as a folder filled with landscapes, flora, and fauna. Taken from the argentinian jungle and then put onto canvas, his paintings, much like portals, tend to transport you to a different place in the world. As our host, Gordon Burgund points out a blessing for the cold winter months in Berlin. Together they talk about Pertile's new exhibition ''Monkey Island'' and how that title represents more than the paintings shown at our gallery. All this and much more about Lucas Pertile, like his upbringing and favorite music in this episode of BARK and the Gang.

Was bedeutet uns die Natur heutzutage noch? Wegen ihrer Schönheit fällt sie Stadtmenschen wie Gordon Burgund öfter als Zufluchtsort von der Zivilisation auf. Max und Katharina Renneisen stellen die Natur in ihren Kunstwerken auch genauso dar. Ihre Ausstellung ''A Place for Bambi'' beschäftigt sich dann doch auch mit der Tatsache, dass die Natur ein Konzept ist, das wir nach unseren Lebensbedingungen definieren. Wie die Idealisierung der Natur uns auch schaden kann und Einblicke in die individuellen Kreationsprozesse der beiden Künstler gibt es in dieser Ausgabe BARK AND THE GANG.

"Ein Künstler, der sich als solcher fühlt.” In Charlie Steins Gemälden reflektiert sich die Isolation, die jeder Künstler erfährt. Dabei liegt der Fokus ihrer Werke darin, einsame, humanoide Roboter abzubilden. Die Ausnahmekünstlerin erklärt, was für sie Künstlersein beinhaltet. Mit Bazon Brock als Gesprächspartner, kommen wir zu der Erkenntnis, dass Künstler sein aber vor allem eins bedeutet: Wiederholung. Wie das, des Künstlers Isolation zum Kontrast, uns dann auch verbinden kann, besprechen Charlie und Bazon in dieser Episode unseres Podcasts.

Sculptures Galore! In this episode, the legendary professor Bazon Brock talks to artist Ricard Larsson about his big, black bronze sculptures. They go through Ricard's work at his studio and contemplate the creation of god, earth, and the meaning of life. Why should you choose to work as a sculptor instead of a painter? What are the opportunities you gain from the medium, and what are the challenges? Larsson seems to have the answers as he talks about his work ethic and plans for the future. Within the world of Larsson's sculptures, destruction and creation become one and the same thing.

Host Eric Engelbracht drowsily chats away with greek artist Giorgos Kontis about authenticity in art & life, his purposeful odyssee to berlin and billiards.

Wer hat Angst vorm roten Chluba? Keine Sorge er beißt nicht, er provoziert nur. Er ist ein Knuddel-Chluba. Eine der wichtigsten Kunstfiguren Berlins, und damit Deutschlands. Wer kennt ihn nicht? Wer sah nicht die Weihnachtsmännin in der Stadt am Laternenpfahl hängen? Mit ihren schlaffen Brüsten. Und was wollte er uns damit sagen? Das Hasskäppchen lief mit nackten Füßen durch die Stadt. Hass macht so einsam. Der Tabu-Clown sagte uns endlich Dinge, für die wir uns alle schämen. Die Geburt des Finocchio aus dem Kopf war eine schleimige Angelegenheit. Und kommt die Erlösung mit der endgültigen Kistianisierung der Welt? Wichtige Fragen, die Daniel Chluba im Gespräch mit dem Sammler Ulrich Seibert schonungslos beantwortet. Wer hat Angst vorm roten Chluba? Keine Sorge er beißt nicht, er provoziert nur. Er ist ein Knuddel-Chluba. Eine der wichtigsten Kunstfiguren Berlins, und damit Deutschlands. Wer kennt ihn nicht? Wer sah nicht die Weihnachtsmännin in der Stadt am Laternenpfahl hängen? Mit ihren schlaffen Brüsten. Und was wollte er uns damit sagen? Das Hasskäppchen lief mit nackten Füßen durch die Stadt. Hass macht so einsam. Der Tabu-Clown sagte uns endlich Dinge, für die wir uns alle schämen. Die Geburt des Finocchio aus dem Kopf war eine schleimige Angelegenheit. Und kommt die Erlösung mit der endgültigen Kistianisierung der Welt? Wichtige Fragen, die Daniel Chluba im Gespräch mit dem Sammler Ulrich Seibert schonungslos beantwortet. https://barkberlingallery.de/web/exhibition/73 https://barkberlingallery.de https://instagram.com/barkberlingallery/

This past November, Jeffrey Grunthaner spoke with composer Lea Bertucci about experimental music, the nature of recording vs. live performance, her recent collaboration with artist and composer Ben Vida, and how she incorporates field recordings into her work.  Tracklist:  1. Vapours (excerpt) (Bertucci) 2. An Arc of the Horizon (Bertucci) 3. The Beacon (Bertucci) 4. Threshes (Bertucci) 5. Gasps and Spasms (Bertucci, Vida) 6. Grasslands (Bertucci)

In this episode of BARK AND THE GANG curator Nicola E. Petek chats with Irish artist Christopher Colm Morrin about his latest solo exhibition "Unknown Landscapes". Everything from spiritual visions, near death experiences, to the joy of accepting ones vulnerability within the creative process is discussed. This is quite possibly one of our most personal artist talks yet. https://barkberlingallery.de https://www.bark-lab.de

In this episode of BARK AND THE GANG host Jeffrey Grunthaner moderates a discussion between artists Uwe Henneken and Sky Glabush. Touching on themes ranging from how painters curate, to the shamanic potentials inherent in art, Henneken and Glabush also discuss their respective practices and what they admire in each other's work.

Artist and writer Jeffrey Grunthaner talks with two painters—German artist Uwe Henneken and Danish artist Jakob Steen—about the many facets of influence that shape their collaborative explorations. Along the way, Henneken and Steen discuss finding inspiration in friendship, and how paintings of caves and volcanoes can allude to humanity's primal origins. https://barkberlingallery.de/web/exhibition/68 https://barkberlingallery.de https://instagram.com/barkberlingallery/

For the 9th episode of Bark and the Gang, Jeffrey Grunthaner speaks with Berlin-based artist Andy Best about his recent exhibition at Bark Gallery, and how he turned a welter of algorithmically sourced images into paintings that reference the Tori Amos song “Hey Jupiter.”