Episode Details

An in-depth conversation with independent installation artist Jason Peters. In this episode we delve into the challenges of creating large scale public art.

Jason Peters shares his experience:

• From upbringing in Germany to his art education in the United States 
• The process and philosophies that drive Peters’ large-scale art installations
• About using common and easily accessible materials like chairs or buckets
• The importance of site specificity, adaptability, and considering audience’s reactions in his works 
• The struggles and uncertainties artists face
• About budgeting and his dream projects

Join us for an in-depth dive behind the scenes of thrifting art materials and dealing with last minute technical challenges.

00:00 Introduction and Early Life

00:48 Journey to Becoming an Artist

01:55 Artistic Influences and Early Experiences

04:24 Transition to Large Sculptures and Installations

08:54 Exploring Artistic Techniques and Materials

11:09 Public Exhibitions and Opportunities

16:38 Incorporating Light into Installations

17:54 Material Sourcing and Sustainability in Art

24:51 Site-Specific Installations and Community Engagement

31:26 An Unexpected Last Minute Challenge

33:28 The Aftermath of an Exhibition

33:50 The Value and Disposal of Artworks

35:25 Funding for Large Scale Sculptures and Installations

37:07 The Challenges of Public Art

41:21 The Audience's Role in Art

47:41 The Commercial Aspect of Art

53:08 How to Recharge Creativity

55:47 The Dream Project

57:27 Current Projects and Future Plans

Jason K Peters is an independent artist based in New York. You can see more of his work, purchase smaller pieces or a book about his work through his Instagram @jasonpetersart https://www.instagram.com/jasonpetersart/ and on his website www.jasonpeters.com

Also mentioned in this episode:

Maryland Institude College of Art: https://www.mica.edu/ | @marylandinstitutecollegeofart

Andy Goldsworthy: https://andygoldsworthystudio.com/

Gabriel Orozco: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabriel_Orozco | @_gabrrriel.orozco_ ??

Center for Contemporary Arts, Santa Fe: https://ccasantafe.org/ | @ccasantafe

Sto: https://www.stocorp.com/ | @sto_us

Mattress Factory: https://mattress.org/ | @mattressfactory

Pulitzer Arts Foundation: https://pulitzerarts.org/ | @pulitzerarts

Crystal Wagner: https://crystalwagner.com/installations/ | @artistcrystalwagner

Richard Serra: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Serra

Mark di Suvero: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_di_Suvero

Governor’s Island: https://www.govisland.com/ | @governors