Tom Phillips: Running on Empty, the exhibition at The Art Gallery of South Australia

'Art in Adelaide' interviewed expressionist artist Tom Phillips at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Victoria Yurkova asked him about the inspiration behind the works in his current exhibition and the social themes he likes to explore. They discussed several paintings from the exhibition, and Tom shared his artistic journey, including his art education and the significance of formal training for artists. Tom also talked about his upcoming artistic projects and exhibitions. The exhibition will be on display at the Art Gallery of South Australia until the end of October 2024, and everyone is encouraged to visit and support the talented South Australian artist Tom Phillips.

00:00 - Video intro
00:31 - About Tom Phillips' exhibition "Running on Empty"
00:43 - Tom Phillips talks about how he managed to exhibit his artworks in the AGSA
01:28 - Tom Phillips discusses the theme that links all his artworks for this exhibition
02:45 - Tom Phillips talks about the research he did for this art project
03:55 - Tom Phillips discusses how he does his painting and who is depicted in them
05:29 - Tom Phillips talks about his painting "Lonely Saturday Night"
07:38 - Tom Phillips discusses developing his artistic style
08:33 - Tom Phillips talks about his artistic journey
09:29 - Tom Phillips discusses his favourite media and tools
10:17 - Tom Phillips talks about his favourite subjects and topics for painting
11:03 - Tom Phillips talks about his study at the Adelaide School of Art
11:57 - Tom Phillips discusses the importance of formal art study for artists
11:34 - Tom Phillips talks about his painting "One morning you wake up and realize that you have no friends"
14:43 - Tom Phillips talks about the Guildhouse and its importance for SA artists
15:32 - Tom Phillips discusses his creative plans for the near future
16:14 - Tom Phillips talks about participating in art prizes
17:43 - Words of gratitude

Tom Phillip's web and social media links:
https://tomphillipsartist.com/
  / tom.phillips.9028194  
  / tom.phillips.9028194  

We thank the AGSA and the exhibition curators for their help and support in creating this video.

Videography & photography: Alex Aleshin
Interviewer: Victoria Yurkova
Video editing: Victoria Yurkova & Alex Aleshin
Photos of artworks supplied by the AGSA
Music: “Secret Serenade” by Ecklectic Music from Facebook Sound Collection