For Peter Doig and other visual artists, music has long been an integral part of their creative process, influencing their work as much as art influences theirs. This deep connection between sound and image can be attributed to the way both disciplines rely on evoking emotions, moods, and experiences in the viewer or listener.
For Harold Offeh, a Ghanaian artist who recently returned to his family's musical heritage after years of neglecting it, music was a pivotal part of his Covers series. His favorite album is Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life, which he praises for its extraordinary scope and soulfulness. Like Offeh, many artists use music to transport themselves to different states of mind or evoke specific emotions in their work.
Chris Ofili, a renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works, confesses that music is essential to his creative process. For him, it's not just about enjoying melodies but also using sound as a way to stimulate thoughts and emotions. Unlike Offeh, however, Ofili mourns the decline of radio, feeling that recorded music often fails to capture the complexity of live performances.
In stark contrast, Joy Labinjo uses music to revitalize her artistic workflow. The Nigerian artist credits Fireboy DML's Peru with helping him stay motivated during a pandemic-induced creative slump. By listening to familiar songs in the studio, she finds herself immersed in an intimate world where emotions and ideas can flow freely.
Jeremy Deller, a British artist known for his immersive installations, has a unique relationship with music. Unlike his peers, he actually prefers the soothing sounds of John Cage's 4'33" to fuel his creative thinking. He explains that while art and music share some similarities, music is an entirely different beast when it comes to emotions.
Meanwhile, Lindsey Mendick uses pop music as a powerful tool in her artistic expression. A self-proclaimed Spice Girls fan since childhood, she sees women's empowerment as the core of many songs she enjoys. Mendick confesses that these anthems push her to be braver and inspires her to challenge societal norms.
Laure Prouvost, an artist from the film and video world, takes a more unconventional approach to sound in her work. Unlike her peers, she often incorporates everyday sounds like dripping or scratching into her videos. The result is not only visually striking but also a powerful reminder of how music can be found anywhere.
Lastly, Mark Leckey, who initially struggled with theoretical frameworks during his art school days, credits music for helping him find his creative footing. By listening to specific songs and using them as blueprints, he discovered that music could unlock new ideas and emotions in his work. For Leckey, this eclectic album Trip II the Moon (Part 2) by Acen serves as a kind of sonic foundation.
As these diverse artists demonstrate, music is far more than just a soundtrack or a background hum; it's an integral part of their creative process, influencing not only the emotions evoked but also the artistic expression itself.
For Harold Offeh, a Ghanaian artist who recently returned to his family's musical heritage after years of neglecting it, music was a pivotal part of his Covers series. His favorite album is Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life, which he praises for its extraordinary scope and soulfulness. Like Offeh, many artists use music to transport themselves to different states of mind or evoke specific emotions in their work.
Chris Ofili, a renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive works, confesses that music is essential to his creative process. For him, it's not just about enjoying melodies but also using sound as a way to stimulate thoughts and emotions. Unlike Offeh, however, Ofili mourns the decline of radio, feeling that recorded music often fails to capture the complexity of live performances.
In stark contrast, Joy Labinjo uses music to revitalize her artistic workflow. The Nigerian artist credits Fireboy DML's Peru with helping him stay motivated during a pandemic-induced creative slump. By listening to familiar songs in the studio, she finds herself immersed in an intimate world where emotions and ideas can flow freely.
Jeremy Deller, a British artist known for his immersive installations, has a unique relationship with music. Unlike his peers, he actually prefers the soothing sounds of John Cage's 4'33" to fuel his creative thinking. He explains that while art and music share some similarities, music is an entirely different beast when it comes to emotions.
Meanwhile, Lindsey Mendick uses pop music as a powerful tool in her artistic expression. A self-proclaimed Spice Girls fan since childhood, she sees women's empowerment as the core of many songs she enjoys. Mendick confesses that these anthems push her to be braver and inspires her to challenge societal norms.
Laure Prouvost, an artist from the film and video world, takes a more unconventional approach to sound in her work. Unlike her peers, she often incorporates everyday sounds like dripping or scratching into her videos. The result is not only visually striking but also a powerful reminder of how music can be found anywhere.
Lastly, Mark Leckey, who initially struggled with theoretical frameworks during his art school days, credits music for helping him find his creative footing. By listening to specific songs and using them as blueprints, he discovered that music could unlock new ideas and emotions in his work. For Leckey, this eclectic album Trip II the Moon (Part 2) by Acen serves as a kind of sonic foundation.
As these diverse artists demonstrate, music is far more than just a soundtrack or a background hum; it's an integral part of their creative process, influencing not only the emotions evoked but also the artistic expression itself.
Artists and music - they kinda go hand in hand, right? I mean, you got these artists who use music to get into different states of mind or evoke emotions, like Harold Offeh with Stevie Wonder's album, and then others like Chris Ofili who's more about the vibes of live performances. And it's interesting how Jeremy Deller prefers this weird John Cage music to, like, fuel his thinking 
. I think what's cool is that music can be super personal for each artist, whether it's pop anthems or just some soothing sounds 
meanwhile others like Harold Offeh and Lindsey Mendick use it to evoke specific feelings or moods in their art 
can you imagine having your favorite album from childhood be the soundtrack for a whole exhibition of art? that would be surreal 
- it's like they're speaking the same language! Artists like Harold Offeh and Chris Ofili show us that music can be a major mood-booster, while Jeremy Deller's use of John Cage's 4'33" is like the ultimate chill pill 
. Meanwhile, Lindsey Mendick's pop anthems are all about female empowerment - we need more of that 
! And let's not forget Joy Labinjo's studio sessions with Fireboy DML, where she finds her creative mojo 
. It's all about finding what works for each artist and using music to spark their imagination. The Covers series by Harold Offeh is also super inspiring - I love how he's reconnecting with his family's musical heritage 
which is super interesting. Lindsey Mendick's Spice Girls vibes are also super empowering! I think its awesome how these artists are all finding their own ways to use music in their art... and its not just about listening to it, but actually using it as a tool to express themselves. Joy Labinjo's story about Fireboy DML's Peru helping her get motivated is amazing 
, right? I mean, think about it - when you're creating art, music can totally transform your vibe and take you to a whole new place mentally 
️. Artists like Harold Offeh and Peter Doig are proof that sound can be super powerful in shaping our emotions and experiences 
!!! can you believe how much music influences these artists? like harold offeh going back to his roots is so inspiring 
and joy labinjo crediting fireboy dml for staying motivated during a pandemic-induced slump gives me life 
anyway, music is just the best and i'm so glad these artists are sharing their stories with us 
. But what's wild is how different everyone's approach is - Chris Ofili mourns the decline of radio (man, I feel him), while Lindsey Mendick uses pop anthems for a boost 
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It's all kinda confusing.
, suddenly my thoughts get clearer and more focused!
. I was talking to a friend who's a producer and they said that most artists don't actually collaborate with the musicians behind their tracks. Like, can you believe it? Peter Doig is listening to Stevie Wonder but not even working with anyone who actually makes music for a living? It's all about the vibe and emotions, right? 
i think what's really cool about artists like Lindsey Mendick who use pop music as a tool for empowerment is how it speaks to people on a different level 
and for me, it's all about how music can evoke emotions and transport you to another world 
. for me personally, listening to music while im drawing is like a whole new level of creativity 
I mean, have you noticed how some songs can transport you to another time and space? Like, I'll be listening to these old records and suddenly I'm in 80s London, or something 
. And honestly, who needs radio when you have Acen's Trip II the Moon (Part 2)? 
it's wild how each artist has their own special connection w/ music... like, stevie wonder's songs in the key of life is literally my fave album ever too