The love that loves you back

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Valerie Kabov and Jonathan Freemantle have been talking about painting for almost a decade, sometimes it spills into life, it might be interesting to others.

  1. JAN 27

    You Asked, We Answered: Q&A with Valerie Kabov and Jonathan Freemantle| Episode 22

    As promised Episode 22, our final for 2025 answers your major questions for us. We tackle - surviving your own opening, managing success, art prizes - yes or no and finally...will we survive 2026! Join us to find out!!

    25 min

  2. 12/18/2025

    Life of an Artist, Well Lived. In Memory of Charles Hardaker (1934-2025)| Episode 21

    This episode explores the concept of a career, definitions of success, and the pursuit of stardom and measurable outcomes. It considers generosity of spirit in painting as a measure of a meaningful life and career. This episode is dedicated to the inspirational life and practice of Charles Hardaker, artist and lifelong mentor to host Jonathan Freemantle.

    22 min

  3. 11/27/2025

    You Can Only Critique What You Love| Episode 20

    Jonathan and Valerie unpack the essences of art criticism and why it's return is vital to contemporary art.

    28 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    Craig Yee's Perspectives on Art and Culture Reframing Political Realities | Episode 19 part 2

    In part 2, Craig Yee explores how subjective truth, embodied experience, and East Asian artistic traditions offer alternative frameworks for understanding contemporary art. Craig reflects on how cultural workers can help curate a more connected future.

    23 min

  5. 11/01/2025

    Craig Yee in conversation at the scary edges of intercultural dialogue | Episode 19 part 1

    In this episode, curator and director of Ink Institute, Craig Yee, shares insights on how engaging with different cultural and historical perspectives can deepen and expand the foundations of contemporary art. We dive into his work at Ink Institute, a gallery project dedicated to traditional Chinese calligraphy–based practice, and explore how art can become a space for dialogue.

    29 min

  6. 10/06/2025

    Lawrence Lemaoana in conversation: Art, Access, and Opportunity| Episode 18 part 2

    Lawrence Lemaoana, South Africa’s leading conceptual artist and activist in conversation on art world realities and what it means to create access in a cultural sector still emerging from history of apartheid; how we can redefine success and what that means for artists as well as his relationship with the legendary Henri Vergon, founder of Afronova Gallery and how that connection shaped his path as an artist.

    28 min

  7. 09/19/2025

    Lawrence Lemaoana in conversation: from Rugby Tackles to Conceptual Textiles| Episode 18 part 1

    In this episode, we sit down with artist Lawrence Lamaoana to explore his remarkable career and artistic journey, from his early influences in sports and politics to finding his niche. We also trace the path that led to Occupying the Gallery, offering insights into creativity, community-building, mentorship and the power of art to sparking dialogue.

    32 min

  8. 07/03/2025

    Portraiture Explored: History and Personal Insights from Jonathan Freemantle | Episode 17 part 2

    Jonathan and Valerie continue their discussion of portraiture in part 2, exploring the details of Jonathan’s personal approach and experiences as a practicing portraitist.

    34 min
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Valerie Kabov and Jonathan Freemantle have been talking about painting for almost a decade, sometimes it spills into life, it might be interesting to others.

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  • Creator
    First Floor Gallery Harare
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © First Floor Gallery Harare
  • Show Website
    The love that loves you back