Vanessa Fairfax-Woods

Mike Perkins at Swan Hill Studios

The loveliest man in comics Mike Perkins talks all things superhero with Lucy on the eve of his solo show at Swan Hill. His impressive CV covers a who’s who of characters for the biggest names in the industry. Learn about his process, his inspiration and everything he loves about drawing comics.

Rhi Moxon

A lively chat with absolute gem of a human Welsh illustrator and printmaker Rhi Moxon - whose gorgeous large-scale screenprint is available to purchase in the cafe of the Gateway Gallery.

Katharine Morling

Globally famous contemporary ceramicist Katharine Morling talks to Lucy in her studio about exhibitions, her life and her CIC Prema clay which helps vulnerable and disadvantaged women through art.

Emski Artski

Emerging artist Emma Boulton AKA Emski Artski (instagram) talks to the podcast about rediscovering her passion for art, the vibrancy and welcoming nature of the Shrewsbury art scene. We discuss her urban sketches and architecture-inspired work at her studio in Shrewsbury in advance of her new show upstairs at the Bear Steps Gallery May half term 2026

Vanessa Fairfax-Woods

A wonderful chat with a super-interesting artist! Vanessa Fairfax-Woods is a multi-disciplinary artist working across photography, film, installation and performance dealing with themes of identity, mental health, body image and the role of women. Really fascinating funny and relatable - enjoy! Her exhibition is on at Swan Hill Studios for the next week May half term 2026