Updates from TheNeverPress - news from inside the camp, and also dispatches from out there. These may be film, tv or music reviews, artist profiles and interviews, industry updates or the odd gonzo report from our various misdeeds and shenanigans.
'The organisation was born here, shaped by Brixton’s history of activism, creativity and community-led change, and that spirit still runs through everything we do.'
When conceiving these dolls, I nurture their image in my mind for a very long time. Every detail matters — every wrinkle, every fold in their clothing — for I must understand who they are, why they stand there, and what dwells in their soul.
Josie’s poetry persona is “Satellite Head”, which is so suitable because floating in her orbit is a celestial, mindful place to be. Josie wears her soul on her sleeve. Always sharing poetry that is as equally introspective as it is universally understandable. We both have connections to Cornwall, however
'We make art that clarifies meaning, connects people and enriches every element of our lives. Whatever it is that’s calling to you, trust it. The world needs you and your art.'
We are back in the Baltics and going freeform with Allan Mastov.
You may remember we met previously Allan Mastov a few weeks back and we yapped away about his ace record store (read all about that here). This time we shift focus away from Uperkuut, and instead pick his
Lewis is our first participant in the project that I hadn't heard speak at a poetry event. He met Graham, our Founder at TheNeverPress and asked if he could send a submission. Our first inbound project request! What follows is a heartfelt love letter to his father and
Acclaimed comic artist and writer, Lucy Sullivan takes us through her process, collaboration and artistic longevity in an in-depth and far-reaching conversation. This one is a beaut.
I first encountered Grace at the Writeb4theMic poetry night led by the wonderful Starlight. I was very new to the scene, it was my first time at a group like that. I felt like I was in the presence of mystics. Grace in particular, captured me, with her poise and
Artizine is both the artistic identity of founder Ioana and a platform for zine making workshops. We chat to Ioana about her journey, zine making and the importance of expression for wellbeing.
We're across the pond, connecting with Meredith Fleishcer, founder of The MF Gallery, to talk fine art photography, gallery ownership and the power of the image.