Michael sits down with Llantarnam Grange Director Louise Jones-Williams, as they discuss the joy of making art accessible and the history of the public centre for the arts in Cwmbran, South Wales. llantarnamgrange.com

In conversation with Liz Chalfin, director of Zea Mays printmaking centre.

May 9th, 2023 26m 11s

Zea Mays Printmaking is a studio, workshop, gallery, educational facility and research center, located in Massachusets USA, dedicated to the safest and most sustainable printmaking practices available.

Print Day in May - Meet the woman who works on it all year!

Apr 11th, 2023 30m

Michael Craine is in conversation with Robynn Smith, founder of the international ‘Print Day in May’.

Rembrandt is still teaching art today!

Apr 9th, 2022 35m 8s

In conversation with US Oil painter Laura Arango Baier on her work today, her love of Dutch 17th century painters and the freedom of a small palette of oil colours!

In conversation with artist Robert E Wells

Nov 20th, 2021 36m 54s

English painter Robert E Wells, known for cityscapes, rural landscapes and figurative work chats candidly with Cranfield’s Michael Craine about location, inspiration and motivation. Take time out to enjoy!Robert's website: https://www.robertew

The Colour of a Pandemic

May 9th, 2021 30m 1s

Rachel Rowe, the sales director for Cranfield Colours, attempts to describe the 2020 pandemic year in colour! In conversation with managing director Michael Craine, they reflect on the challenges and unexpected moments of light in this difficul

An Unlovable Rogue: Han van Meegeren

Jul 10th, 2020 25m 42s

The life and times of Han van Meegeren - Dutch painter and thumping crook!In this episode Michael introduces the fascinating life of a man considered to be one of the most ingenious art forgers of the 20th century.

Problem Solving with Paint and Ink!

Apr 3rd, 2020 23m 10s

(This podcast was recorded in the United Kingdom pre-quarantine).Paul Lee (Technical Manager) and Michael Craine (Managing Director) discuss some of the big paint and ink-based problems they have faced during their careers in manufacturing and

Five memorable days in the world of paint!

Mar 11th, 2020 23m 43s

Michael Craine (Managing Director) and Sarah Carnline (US Sales Manager) discuss 5 of their most memorable days in the world of paint. This episode explores defining events both in the fine arts manufacturing industry as a whole and personally

Above Ground Art Supplies - A brief chat with this delightful Toronto store.

Feb 12th, 2020 10m 49s

A visit to the multicultural and vibrant city of Toronto, Ontario, gives for a delightful conversation between Cranfield's Sarah Carnline and members of the management team at our friends "Above Ground Art Supplies". We hope you also enjoy the

Artists inks & paints: A family's life in colour

Jan 11th, 2020 22m 7s

US Sales Manager Sarah Carnline asks Cranfield Colours Managing Director Michael Craine to take a trip down memory lane via Sugar House Lane in London and Springvale in Cwmbran. This conversation reflects on the changes to the art world that ha

An introduction to the Colour Like No Other Podcasts

Dec 19th, 2019 4m 21s

This is an introductory edition of the upcoming 'Colour Like No Other' podcast. These podcast episodes aim to tackle interesting practical topics within the world of fine art. Transatlantic conversation flows between third-generation colourman

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