Episode 08: Cedric Bardawil on the Art of Curation, Collaboration & Finding the Next Great Artist

In this episode of Artburn, Topper and RJ sit down with Cedric Bardawil, founder of Cedric Bardawil Galleries in London, to explore his unique journey in the art world. From discovering his calling at a gallery showing street art as a teen to hosting groundbreaking exhibitions above a Soho sex shop, Cedric shares how he identifies genius, fosters long-term artist relationships, and stays true to his curatorial vision. Along the way, we hear about his spiritual adventures in Sedona with Topper (UFO sightings included), the grit of running a gallery, and the balance between market forces and artistic integrity.This episode dives deep into what it takes to nurture emerging talent while navigating the ever-changing art landscape. Cedric proves why he's not just a tastemaker but a dedicated partner in his artists' creative evolution. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit artburn.substack.com