Jonathan Freemantle

This week's episode see's Leo in conversation with contemporary artist Jonathan Freemantle
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Jonathan Freemantle is a South African born, Edinburgh based artist, gallery director and entrepreneur.
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Jonathan's art should be regarded in a similar vein to the works of the Romantic era, they are created with a deep sense of awe and respect for the process and subject they are inspired by . A recurring theme in much of his work is the mountain, and with this there is a deeper meaning than simply its physical form. Proximity to nature and an almost ritualistic creative process of discovery and creation can be seen in his work. Alongside this personal style, Jonathan carries out a select number of portrait commissions, with one of the most recent being featured in the Scottish Portrait Awards.
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Alongside his painting Jonathan also co-founded the Edinburgh International Fashion Festival and HAZARD gallery in Johannesburg. In 2002 he set up and directed the painting department of The Art Academy in London. His work has been widely exhibited and featured in publications worldwide since 2007, following on from his intensive traditional study at St Oswald's Academy in London and years teaching.
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In our chat today we delved into the creative process behind Jonathan's work, looking into what inspires him, and how certain experiences have affected his views and styles. Spreading his time between South Africa and Edinburgh has led to a rich tapestry of tales and opportunities; some of which we delve into, taking time to see how these experiences affect him and in turn his work.
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A huge thanks to Jonathan for coming on the podcast.
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You can find Jonathan on Instagram at
@jonathanfreemantle
and his website
jonathanfreemantle.com
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