In the twenty-third episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview one of the most brilliant artists of his generation, Robert Venosa. The discussion ranges across his youthful travels, time spent studying under Ernst Fuchs, living with Salvador Dali and much more. He explains the Misch technique, the nature of his visionary experiences and discusses several pieces in detail. A fascinating interview with a fascinating man.

To view Robert's work, visit www.venosa.com

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And to buy a copy with all proceeds going to MAPS, visit www.maps.org/beyondthebasin or beyondthebasin.com

In this episode we interview Benji Vaughan, founding member of the ground-breaking band Younger Brother. The conversation tracks the band's progress from it's first album Flock of Bleeps, through their second (The Last Days of Gravity) and onto their brand new album Vaccine, which came out this month. We discuss Benji's artistic process, the relationship between the artist and their audience, the nature of creativity and the state of humanity. We also hear what's coming up on VAP, including an interview with Robert Venosa and a talk given by the host at the recent Breaking Convention conference in Kent University. Two new Younger Brother tracks and one classic provide the musical accompaniment to this very special episode of Visionary Artists Podcast.

Playlist: Nujabes - Mystline; Younger Brother - Psychic Gibbon; Younger Brother - Train; Younger Brother - Crystalline

Visit Younger Brother's official site here - you can also buy Vaccine on iTunes or Amazon!

Visit my website www.beyondthebasin.com to buy a copy of Beyond the Basin, with 100% of the cover price going to supporting the amazing research done by MAPS 

In the 21st episode of Visionary Artists Podcast, the host discusses creativity and how it relates to control. Drawing on some of the insights gleaned to date on the podcast, as well as social and political theory, the conversation explores what a peak creative process might look like and how we can go about achieving it. Two very special announcements about up-coming guests are also made, including an imminent interview featuring the legendary Fantastic Realist artist Robert Venosa.

Playlist: Nujabes - Mystline; Younger Brother - Ribbon on a Branch

You can support MAPS by buying a copy of Beyond the Basin at MAPS.org

Visit BeyondtheBasin.com for more information about VAP and Alexander Beiner's other work

Check out BreakingConvention.co.uk to buy your tickets to the biggest psychedelic conference in Europe this year!

In the 20th episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview Mark Henson. The conversation delves into eroticism and sexuality in his work, the future of major cities and much more. Before the interview we hear an update about what the host has been doing over the last couple of months and what's coming up in VAP, including the Beyond the Basin/Maps/Erowid initiative, information on the Breaking Conventions conference in Kent University this April, an upcoming interview with Robert Venosa and a couple of very special guests planned for later in the year. Music by Babe Ruth accompanies this first podcast of 2011.

Playlist: Nujabes- Kumumi; Babe Ruth - The Mexican

Visit www.sacredlight.to to view Mark's spectacular work

Visit www.beyondthebasin.com to find out more about my novel Beyond the Basin

Visit breakingconvention.co.uk to register for the Breaking Convention Conference in Kent this April.

In the nineteenth episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview Martina Hoffmann. One of the most renowned visionary artists in the world, Martina discusses her work, her life and the experiences that led her onto a spiritual and artistic path. We discuss her portfolio in-depth, drawing on some of her most powerful pieces including The Goddess Triangle, Caught in the Web and Don't Be Afraid. Before the interview the host makes an exciting announcement about Beyond the Basin and we hear a beautiful musical interlude by Ikue Asazaki.

Playlist: Nujabes - Mystline; Ikue Asazaki - Chidori Hama

Martina's incredible art can be found on www.martinahoffmann.com

Keep track of developments with 'Beyond the Basin' at www.beyondthebasin.com

Visit www.shifthappening.org  to see what shifts are happening.

In the eighteenth episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview visual artist Amanda Sage. The conversation begins with a discussion of the sometimes controversial role of psychedelics in the visionary art scene and the differences between conscious use and self-indulgence. Amanda's art is discussed in depth, along with her technique and views on creativity. Before the interview we hear an announcement about the future of Visionary Artists Podcast and music by East Forest.

Playlist: Nujabes- Kumumi; East Forest - Second Attention

Amanda Sage's amazing art can be found on www.amandasage.com

Check out Beyond the Basin at www.beyondthebasin.com

In this episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview digital artist Android Jones. This electrifying interview explores the nature of self portraits in art, the difference between digital art and traditional media, Android's Ayahuasca experiences and his collaborative work Phadroid. Before the interview we hear a special announcement: VAP is teaming up with Lila.info to create an interactive version of VAP which will run parallel to the regular podcast. We also hear about upcoming guests and a short discussion on intent in the visionary experience and how this relates to how the artist approaches the content of their work. 

Playlist: Nujabes - Kumomi; Capsula - Myth; The Correspondents - Huh; Travis Nobles - Trinumeral

Android Jones' amazing art can be found on androidjones.net

Visit www.beyondthebasin.com for more information on Beyond the Basin

Check out:  The Correspondents on http://www.thecorrespondents.co.uk/

                   Capsula's album Sense of a Drop on www.waveformhq.com/soad.html

                   Travis Noble's work on soundcloud.com/travisnobles

In the sixteenth episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview Allyson Grey. This vibrant, in-depth conversation explores themes of Chaos, Order and Secret Writing in Allyson's work, the duality between spirit and matter, her creative process, the experiences that led her to a creative path and much more. Before the interview we set the stage by expanding on the Gnostic cosmology explored in previous episodes, examining Idealism, language and the mythic archetypes that emerge through visionary art. After the interview we hear what's to come on VAP and finish with a special reading of Beyond the Basin.

Playlist: Nujabes - The Final View; Capsula - The Chemist's Choice; East Forest - York Street; Nujabes - Kumomi

All music featured in the reading of Beyond the Basin created by Alexander Beiner

To see Allyson's beautiful art, visit www.allysongrey.com

To learn more about Beyond the Basin, visit www.beyondthebasin.com

In this episode of Visionary Artists Podcast we interview author Marc Fiszman about his new graphic novel, Coffee. The podcast begins by exploring some of the themes raised in Coffee, including multiple dimensions, absurdity in art and the trickster in folklore. The interview delves into Marc's creative process, the surreal and quirky humour in Coffee, his interest in metaphysics and much more. After a musical interlude, we discuss the dichotomy between materialism and idealism in the context of visionary art and mystical experience. We also hear what's to come on Visionary Artists Podcast, including some information about next week's interview with Allyson Grey. Music from the Correspondents, Younger Brother and Nujabes complement this lively and hyper-dimensional episode.

Playlist: Nujabes - Just Forget; The Correspondents - Rentaclown; Nujabes - tsurugi no mai; Younger Brother - Weird on a Monday Night

You can download Coffee or read the first two chapters at marcfiszman.com

See Allyson Grey's beautiful art at www.allysongrey.com

Visit www.beyondthebasin.com and use the contact form in About the Author for the chance to get one of five copies of Coffee - first come first serve!

In one of the most comprehensive episodes to date, we interview the visual artist Natalia Natuka about her recent project "On the Annamaya". Discussing her approach to art, creativity and consciousness, we focus on and expand  the unique qualities that make up visionary art. Recorded in the Passing Cloud in London, this vibrant conversation echoes and solidifies much of what has been discussed on the podcast so far. Before the interview we discuss the beautiful cosmology of the Telestai or Gnostics, drawing on similarities to Jungian psychology and the balance between masculine and feminine. After a musical interlude the host discusses what's to come in Visionary Artists Podcast, finishing with one of the three distinct musical styles woven through the episode.

Playlist: Nujabes - Kumoni; Atmosphere - The Woman With the Tattooed Hands; The Levellers - Elation; Nujabes - The Final View; Slide - Uaine Bheag

See Natalia Natuka's work at www.natalianatuka.com or watch one of her amazing YouTube videos here 

Check out Marc Fiszman's brand new graphic novel Coffee at http://marcfiszman.com/

To see new reviews and learn more about my novel Beyond the Basin, visit www.beyondthebasin.com