About this episode

Katie Robinson discusses her unique approach to painting, blending memory, emotion, and humor.

Katie Robinson is a painter based in both Alexandra, Central Otago and in Devonport, Auckland. https://www.katierobinson.co.nz/ Katie makes work that sits at the intersection of memory, emotion, and mischief. Her art is grounded in its making, but often not in its mood. It’s underpinned by real stories and personal heritage, often tangled up with humour, oddness, and where I unexpectedly find emotion. Much of her inspiration comes from the Otago region—its landscapes, its histories, its ghost...

People in this episode

Host: Mandy Jakich

Guest: Katie Robinson

Topics covered

• painting
• art
• memory
• emotion
• personal heritage
• landscapes
• humor

Keywords

• Katie Robinson
• painter
• art
• Central Otago
• Auckland
• landscapes
• personal heritage

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Katie Robinson

Places: Alexandra, Central Otago, Devonport, Auckland

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