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Being an ARTIST in the Algarve: what is the art scene like here?

Being an ARTIST in the Algarve: what is the art scene like here?

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In this episode of the Algarve Addicts Podcasts, Meinke Flesseman shares her artistic journey, from her childhood in the Algarve to her experiences in various art education settings across Europe. She discusses the influence of her environment on her creativity, the evolution of the art scene in the Algarve, and her vision for her gallery in Portimão, which serves as a hub for artistic expression and community engagement.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Life in Portimão

02:54 Journey to Portugal and Family Background

05:55 Growing Up in the Algarve

09:04 Influence of Environment on Artistic Development

12:00 Art Education and Diverse Influences

15:13 Creative Response to Seasons

18:00 The Art Scene in the Algarve

21:00 Establishing a Gallery and Community Engagement

25:51 Challenges of Running a Gallery in the Algarve

28:00 Cultural Insights and Language Barriers

29:06 Navigating Bureaucracy and Community Integration

35:42 The Impact of Expat Communities

36:20 Future Projects and Artistic Directions

39:15 Advice for Newcomers to the Algarve


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