Tom Robertson is an Artist based in Derby, he has been developing his Lead White substitute for years and in the episode he goes into a lot of detail about that and paint making, painting techniques and his opinions on the contemporary art scene. For me talking to Tom was a joy, as someone who enjoys the process of art including the making of the paint itself and substrates including the size and ground I was in my element - Jack Halford, Podcast Host.

In this debut episode of Painting Ground, Jack Halford speaks with UK contemporary artist Ameerah Dawood at Two Queens Studio in Leicester. They discuss her painting practice, her work with Pedestrian Leicester, and the role of art in wellbeing and community engagement.

In this first episode, artist and founder Jack Halford introduces Painting Ground... An independent curatorial platform and evolving research project rooted in care, creativity, and community. Jack shares the story behind Painting Ground, how it’s being built in purposeful phases, and what to expect as it grows. From curated online collections (launching end of July) to real-world exhibitions and artist-led workshops, Painting Ground is about more than just selling art — it’s about creating lasting impact. This podcast will host honest conversations with artists, educators, curators, and cultural workers — exploring creative practice, access, and the power of art in everyday life. Whether you're an artist, collector, or someone curious about the future of the art world, you're in the right place. Painting Ground: Built by artists. Funded by collectors. Serving communities across the UK. Learn more at: paintingground.com/ Follow the podcast to stay updated on new episodes Contact / get involved: info@paintingground.com #artpodcast #paintingground #jackhalford #contemporaryart #artistinterviews #communityart #curatorialplatform #artworld #creativepractice #independentartists #artseducation