The Unfinished Line

Maksim Kuznetcov
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The Unfinished Line is a podcast where a painter (Russell Austin) and a sculptor (Maksim Kuznetcov) sit down to talk about art, process, failure, obsession, beauty, and the strange realities of living a creative life. From unfinished works and studio experiments to philosophy, materials, and personal stories, each conversation explores the messy space called artistic life. Honest, thoughtful, and occasionally absurd, the podcast offers an intimate look into the minds of two working artists.

Episodes

  1. Sep 6

    Episode 008 - Interview with Russell Austin - a painter

    In this episode of Unfinished Line, Maksim interviews co-host and painter Russell Austin about his life and practice as a working artist. Russell reflects on the paintings closest to him, what makes art powerful, his creative process, inspiration versus discipline, overcoming creative blocks, and the realities of making a living from art. The conversation also explores the Australian gallery scene, artistic success, and why genuine connections and experiences can matter more than recognition or fame. A personal and candid conversation about creativity, persistence, ambition, and what it means to build a life around making art. Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  2. Aug 23

    Episode 007 - Interview with Maksim Kuznetcov - a sculptor

    In this episode of The Unfinished Line, Russell turns the questions on co-host and sculptor Maksim Kuznetcov, exploring the experiences and ideas that shaped his artistic practice.Maksim talks about his unusual journey from chemistry and the corporate world into sculpture, his fascination with human emotion and our connection with nature, and the ideas behind some of his most personal works. The conversation explores the physical and technical challenges of sculpture, the importance of symbolism, artistic freedom, and the tension between making meaningful art and making work that sells.They also discuss cultural attitudes towards nudity, what success means for an artist, the influence of living in Russia, London, Barcelona and Australia, and where Maksim hopes to take his work next.A personal conversation about creativity, transformation, meaning, and building a life around art. Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  3. Aug 9

    Episode 006 - Conversation with Kat Dixon - life model and artist

    In this episode of The Unfinished Line, Maksim and Russell are joined by artist and life model Kat Dixon for a candid conversation about the human body, nudity and sensuality in art. Kat shares her experience on both sides of the easel—as a model and a painter—and discusses how life modelling has influenced her relationship with the body and her own creative practice. The conversation explores the line between sensuality and sexuality, changing attitudes toward the nude, and the social and political pressures artists face when depicting the human figure. We also talk about building an audience on social media, staying authentic as an artist, and Kat’s experience competing—and winning—in Art Battle Sydney, where artists have just 20 minutes to create a finished painting in front of a live audience. A wide-ranging conversation about art, bodies, creativity, social media, competition—and, naturally, tiramisu. You can find Kat online here https://www.instagram.com/kat_models/ and here: https://katmodels.square.site/ The podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  4. Jul 26

    Episode 005 - On AI impacts on art and society

    Artificial intelligence is transforming the creative world—but is it just another tool, or is it changing the way we think? In this episode of The Unfinished Line, we explore AI from the perspective of two working artists. We discuss whether AI-generated art can ever replace human creativity, how artists are beginning to use it in their practice, and why sculpture may be more resistant to automation than many other creative fields. The conversation then broadens into philosophy, medicine, politics, education, and the future of society. Does AI encourage critical thinking or simply reinforce our existing beliefs? Can it help us solve humanity's biggest problems, or does it risk making us intellectually dependent? A thoughtful, balanced discussion about technology, creativity, consciousness, and what it means to remain human in the age of artificial intelligence. The podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  5. Jul 26

    Episode 005 - On Doyles Art Award Copycat Scandal and AI impacts on art and society

    In this episode of The Unfinished Line, we catch up on recent exhibitions, sculpture projects, and the realities of working as full-time artists. We discuss selling bronze sculptures, recovering from COVID, discovering the remarkable life of sculptor Malvina Hoffman, and the ethics of copying in art following a recent Australian painting controversy. The conversation then turns to artificial intelligence—its impact on creativity, medicine, education, and society. Is AI simply another artistic tool, or does it risk changing the way we think? Can machines ever truly understand, or only imitate? We explore consciousness, originality, and what it means to create something genuinely human. A thoughtful and often humorous conversation about art, philosophy, technology, and the creative life. The podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  6. Jul 12

    Episode 004 - On importance of beauty in society

    In this Episode we talk about Painting, Framing and the Cost of Being an ArtistDiscovering New MusicTeaching Art: Building Skills Without False ConfidenceWhy Sculpture Demands PatiencePreparing a Botanical Relief ExhibitionWhen Art Goes Viral: What Different Cultures Respond ToEngineering Large-Scale SculpturesDesigning Safe Installation Systems for Heavy ReliefsStudio Organisation, Storage and Creative ChaosBuilding Studios: Space, Council Regulations & Creative FreedomInside the Narara Eco VillageArchitecture, Individuality and BureaucracyRules, Responsibility and Australian Council CultureClosing Thoughts: The Challenges of Making Art The podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  7. Jun 28

    Episode 003 - Conversation with Sarah Davis - Artist and Illustrator

    In this Episode Sarah Davis joins us for a conversation and we talk about Art as Emotional ResonanceCreativity, Process & AccidentsIllustration vs Fine ArtThe Psychology of ArtDarkness vs Light in ArtFrancis Bacon & Psychological PaintingSculpture vs PaintingArtistic Community & Central Coast Creative SceneParenthood & Creative IdentityMaterials, Toxicity & Historical PigmentsPhilosophy, Meaning & Human NatureSarah is an artist and illustrator. You can find more information about Sarah on the website: http://www.sarah-davis.org/ The podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠⁠

  8. Jun 14

    Episode 002 - On the state of the art world

    In this Episode we talk about Collaboration & Collective Art-MakingCreative Dialogue Through PaintingArtistic Process & IntuitionThe Role of Controversy in ArtThe Archibald Prize DebateRealism vs Conceptual ArtArt Schools & IdeologyThe Return of Representational ArtArtistic Freedom vs Institutional TasteHonesty in Art-MakingThe Business Side of ArtJames Gleeson & Australian SurrealismDarkness, Light & Symbolism in ArtSculpture vs PaintingIdealism vs Naturalism in Figurative ArtFailure, Experimentation & GrowthStaying “Unfinished” as an ArtistThe podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

  9. Jun 1

    Episode 001 - Introduction to us and our lives

    In this Episode we introduce the podcast, ourselves and talk about what's happening around us. Other topics we cover: Netflix Dreams and Art SalesWall Space and NamesBanana Art ControversyPartner Support and Education ValueTechnology and Creative MistakesNature's Wisdom and Art PlayThe podcast is hosted by two artists from Australia - a sculptor - ⁠Maksim Kuznetcov⁠ and a Painter - ⁠Russell Austin⁠ You can find more information about the hosts using the following resources: Maksim Kuznetcov (Sculptor): Website: ⁠https://maksimkuznetcov.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/maksim_deep_art/⁠Maksim Kuznetcov (Botanical Reliefs): Website: ⁠https://sculptedplants.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sculptedplants/⁠Russell Austin Painter's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/russtinpaint/⁠

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The Unfinished Line is a podcast where a painter (Russell Austin) and a sculptor (Maksim Kuznetcov) sit down to talk about art, process, failure, obsession, beauty, and the strange realities of living a creative life. From unfinished works and studio experiments to philosophy, materials, and personal stories, each conversation explores the messy space called artistic life. Honest, thoughtful, and occasionally absurd, the podcast offers an intimate look into the minds of two working artists.

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  • Creator
    Maksim Kuznetcov
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Maksim Kuznetcov
  • Show Website
    The Unfinished Line