ARTMATTERS: The Podcast for Artists
Welcome to ARTMATTERS! This podcast is a passion-project, a one-man show, a her-cu-le-an effort, by the Detroit-based artist Isaac Mann. Every episode is an in-studio conversation. Episodes drop every two weeks, with a new, fantastic, talented, professional artist each time. Topics can, and often do, include technical practices, daily studio insights, studio notes, career advice, influences, relationship advice, tips for a healthier practice, and a healthier life in gen and, as always, hope, depression, expectation, success and failure. If you’re enjoying this podcast, please consider becoming a Patreon subscriber!
ARTMATTERS: The Podcast for Artists
#43 with Helen Frederick
Welcome back to ARTMATTERS: The Podcast for Artists.
My guest today is Helen Frederick, an artist whose career has spanned decades of innovation in printmaking, paper-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Helen earned both her BFA and MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design, and went on to found Pyramid Atlantic, a hub for contemporary printmaking, hand paper-making, and book arts.
Her work is held in over 45 international collections and has been exhibited in prestigious institutions like the Phillips Collection, MoMA Kyoto, the Whitney Museum, and many more. She has also served on numerous arts boards and panels and is a Professor Emeritus at George Mason University.
In today’s episode, We dive into Helen's experience learning papermaking in India, and how the physicality of paper and pulp play a huge role in her art to this day. We also discuss controlling production, manifesting your own materials, collaboration, overcoming limitations and daily check-ins with friends. Plus, she takes us through her pulp painting process! I had a blast talking with Helen. Her passion and perspective make this episode one you dont want to miss. This conversation will be continued on next week’s episode, Let’s jump into it!
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guest: Helen Frederick
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Thank you as always to ARRN, the Detroit-based artist and instrumentalist, for the music.