No.2 - A free ramble about Life, Art, Politics and the Surrealist artist Hans Ballmer

This week, Rich takes a break from formal interviews for a candid, free-flowing chat, offering a glimpse into life on the land in a bus under the oak trees. With autumn rains setting in, they discuss the challenges of off-grid living, from rainwater collection to managing solar power and preparing for the upcoming winter.Alongside the practicalities of bus life, Rich delves into their own artistic endeavours, exploring the liminal spaces between painting, sculpture, and digital media. They touch on their ongoing sculptural projects, inspired by the "Heart Songs from Summerland" paintings, and their commentary on the current housing crisis.The conversation then shifts to the powerful intersection of art and politics, highlighting the work of Hans Belmer, a surrealist whose anti-Nazi stance and resistance efforts resonate deeply. The host reflects on their own politically charged artwork and their upcoming project of creating pointed, edgy t-shirts to raise awareness and funds for charities.Listeners are invited to share their thoughts and feedback and are encouraged to support the podcast through "buy me a coffee" or by subscribing and liking. Rich also previews upcoming interviews, including Ewan McDougall and Aly Brown, and promises to continue alternating between interviews and these more personal, rambling episodes.