DOGMA85

"There were creative teams in the eighties in ad agencies; sometimes, they were a bit mad. Really, I think they were completely mad—or maybe they took too many drugs—because they would give you the weirdest briefs sometimes. Some guy said to me once, “I want it to sound like God wrote it.” That’s quite hard."

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DOGMA85

“It’s almost like a knight in armor, it’s a guardian. It’s standing over protecting, not the people here, but the area. It’s keeping us safe, like a guardian angel, but that’s just me. That’s just the way I think of it.”

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DOGMA85

"I see what I do is the antithesis to advertising. advertising is the enemy. these awful big things that are plonked down on the streets that are just trying to make people feel inadequate or, you know. Whereas real community art is kind of the opposition of that, it's like local people saying, we're here. this is our story, is important to us. Because it's kind of claiming ownership of the streets and it's humanizing our spaces which you know in this day and age a lot of public spaces have become dehumanized."

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DOGMA85

"Human relationships, like the portraits I paint, are complex and multifaceted. We are drawn to relationships because they offer a reflection of ourselves through the eyes of others. The dynamics of portraiture are present in all human interactions, providing us with mirrors that reveal both the beauty and flaws within us."

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DOGMA85

"And I think actually, partly that's why I wanted to draw, because I could actually sort of find something that was my own. I didn't feel part of a generality, but I think everybody was wearing a mask. Then I found that there was a thing called theater, where people go and pretend to be somebody else."

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DOGMA85

"I think something that really struck me when I was around ten years old was a scene with Fred Astaire and Ginger. Oh, yeah. The happiness at the end, the way they worked with rhythm but also had so much fun—that was just beautiful. It left a strong impression on me. There was something about freedom, having a good time, and being together without necessarily understanding the form or knowing exactly what it was. That moment felt like the first seed being planted in me."

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DOGMA85

Jason Shulman's iconic series, Photography of Film, captures the essence of cinema in a single, long exposure. By condensing the entirety of a film into one frame, Shulman transforms moving images into abstract, dreamlike visuals. As he describes it, these works "encapsulate the quintessence of the film," offering a unique perspective on the interplay of light, color, and storytelling.

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DOGMA85

"You didn't have to be a virtuoso. You could be a designer that didn't have access to making typography. So you took, cut out lettering from books and you stuck it all down together. It was whatever was at hand. It was accessible and was all part of the art form. So what you began to see was the rise of talent that came from necessity, from things that were at hand, from not being able to have access to all the expensive things."

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DOGMA85

Arabella Dorman is a British artist renowned for her powerful depictions of war and displacement. Her work often focuses on the human experience of conflict, highlighting the strength and resilience of those affected.

Dorman’s art transcends mere depiction of war; it is a profound exploration of human resilience. Her paintings capture not just the devastation of conflict, but the unseen strength that rises from it—courage, hope, and sacrifice. Through her work, we are invited to witness the quiet endurance of those affected by war, from mothers protecting their children to soldiers carrying invisible scars.

Her reflections on the role of women in conflict zones highlight the untold courage of those who, despite oppression, continue to fight for hope and survival. Arabella’s art challenges us to engage with uncomfortable truths, showing that within the darkest times, the human spirit can shine brightest.

Her art is a mirror to the world, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, hope and humanity endure.

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DOGMA85

Starting his dance career later in life with no connections or support, Dean overcame incredible odds to achieve his dream of becoming the official choreographer for pop legend Janet Jackson. In this inspiring interview from our original series "Studio Interviews", Dean opens up about his journey from a shy, introverted beginner to a celebrated artist in the industry.

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