Cultivating Curiosity: Creative Resourcefulness in a Global Art World with Alessio Antoniolli

Alessio Antoniolli, the visionary behind Triangle Network joins Ceri in this episode. Alessio shares his thrilling journey working with artists from every corner of the globe, revealing the trials, triumphs, and transformative lessons that have shaped his remarkable career. Prepare to be inspired and discover how embracing curiosity, resourcefulness, and a fearless approach to challenges can unlock your own creative potential. KEY TAKEAWAYS Immersing yourself in a community of artists can feed your passion and inspire you to pursue your work with unwavering dedication. Resourcefulness and a "yes, I can do that" spirit are crucial when figuring things out as you go, and reimagining possibilities with artists. Embrace trial and error alongside friends and peers, learning from mistakes and building resilience through tough love and honesty. Surround yourself with enablers who encourage you to take action without overthinking, and don't hesitate to ask for help when needed. Dream big and wish for more; with enough determination, those wishes can become reality. View every challenge as an opportunity for transformation, and keep an open mind when encountering art that you don't immediately understand. Stay true to your practice and be motivated by your own research, other artists, and the process of making, rather than solely focusing on financial outcomes. Embrace the fear and discomfort that comes with transitioning to new roles or seasons in your life, as it allows you to redefine who you are and explore new possibilities. BEST MOMENTS "I realised pretty quickly that what I enjoyed and where I got such satisfaction and my curiosity was fulfilled was to be around artists.” "I think the artists that in my mind are thriving and doing a very solid in their practice are those that don't stop being curious and don't stop thinking about process because, of course, the pressures of the market and the glory that comes out of the, you know, everybody needs to be paid properly." "I am very interested in artists that kind of through their work open new paths for different ways of living. Whether it's your response to the environment, whether it's, which of course it's a massive urgency, whether it's your response to politics, whether it's your, uh, response to gender and sexuality, whether it's your response to identity." "I genuinely value it. And I know that I'm not alone in this. So, if I can continue in some way, in a very small way to keep opening doors, then I'd feel I've fed myself, but I've also given something to something that is bigger than me." "I think the beauty for me of working with artists is that you start to unpick it and you start to have, ‘oh, here's an example of how you can think about yourself, here's an example of how you can think about that’." "I'm also trying to kind of keep a little time to feel the fear of who am I and and see if I can start giving different answers to it." PODCAST HOST BIO Meet Ceri Hand, the driving force behind countless creative success stories. A creative coach, entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker, she's committed to empowering creatives to realise their dreams and make a meaningful impact through her creative coaching, mentoring and training company. With three decades in the arts under her belt, Ceri has ridden the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Now, she's here to help you achieve your goals, your way. **** Book Your Personal Consultation or Explore Group Coaching Options To schedule a personalised 1-2-1 session with Ceri or explore our group coaching options, simply email us at [email protected]. Join "Unlock Your Artworld Network" Embark on your journey to success in the artworld! Enrol in our 5-step self-study video course, "Unlock Your Artworld Network," and gain the tools and confidence to build a powerful network that opens doors for you. https://cerihand.com/courses/unlock_your_artworld_network/ Discover How We Empower Creative Excellence Unlock your full creative potential with our tailored support. Visit www.cerihand.com to learn more about how we can help you become an extraordinary creative. Artist links https://www.instagram.com/trianglenetwork https://www.instagram.com/fondazionememmo https://www.gasworks.org.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/gasworkslondon/