Episode 15 - Taking Risks

In Episode 15 of The Mirror, I talk about the importance of taking risks as an artist, being prepared to fail, to do things that are unpopular, and to experiment - especially in the homogenised desert of our contemporary culture. I detail the 5 year-long making of David Lynch's debut feature film Eraserhead, and the long, lingering process of the painter Antonio López García, as well as discussing the impact of early silent cinemas innovators and the importance of sharing your work with others as a way of understanding what makes you unique in your process and final works.Support my work on Patreon - patreon.com/justinreidBecome a sustaining member, and support independent art and film for as little as $4 a month.The Mirror looks at cultural production through a critical and philosophical lens, emphasising the importance of historical understanding, deep reflection, and true situational awareness for developing higher levels of craftsmanship and discipline in artistic practice.Episode Links:David Lynch: Eraserhead Stories (Making of Documentary)Antonio López García (Painting)Stormzy - Wiley Flow (Music Video)Metropolis - Fritz Lang (1927) - Full MovieA Trip to the Moon - Georges Méliès (1902) - Full MovieAV Festival 12: Slow Cinema Discussion with Ben Rivers and Lav DiazSubscribe to my YouTube channel for full episodes and exclusive segments featuring original, meditative imagery: Justin Reid - YouTubeThe Mirror Theme is written, produced and performed by Annalisa Vetrugno, with drums contributed by Giacomo Greco.You can find their work here:Annalisa Vetrugno - Commissions | InstagramGiacomo Greco - InstagramView my portfolio, get in touch or enquire about commissions via my website: www.justinreid.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.