When It Rains, It Pours
by Jake-Andrew NasonThis Marvelous art piece was created from an over a year-long struggle and journey to create not only a painting but also an amazing, enriching, interpersonal and social experience. When It Rains, It Pours is a truly special work for Jake as besides expressing his synesthetically intertwined senses, it showcases the mix of the energy that is present during the preparation of the show, his relation with the audience while performing, and his firing senses!

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The Throne of Screaming in Silence
By Preslav Kostov

The Throne of Screaming in Silence which was the main painting discussed in this conversation was born from an extended introspective journey Preslav went through some time ago. This painting is what at the moment greatly distinguishes Preslav's creations by introducing the fascination of a form of the human body, in this case, self-portrait, while exploring the depths of self biographical awareness experienced through artistic means. Last but not least Preslav's creations, especially in this case, display a constant strive of mastering his skills in order to more confidently portray his, as well as the external world, which as he said, at some point will become ever-present in his future works. This is why I thought this painting deserves a conversation on its own. Its place in Preslav's practice although fitting his greater constantly progressing narration is a huge milestone in understanding the true self and becoming an even greater artist!

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Orders
By Peter Mammes

In this Salon Exit episode, we are discussing a painting titled ''Orders'' by Peter Mammes. ''Orders'' was displayed during Peter's latest individual exhibition at Noho Studios London, (18-21st Aug 2021). It is a continuation of Peter's visual narrative journey which tackles questions such as; Is there something worth dying for? Or what is our place within the biosphere as one of the 8.7mln species? Moreover, it highlights the ever-present accelerating disillusionment we have when it comes to the information on the urging public matters. Last but not least it's a stunning representation of Peter's fascination with patterns endemic to places he visits through his artistic ventures.

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Purgatory/Not Sleeping
By Katie Bluebird Eleanor

An illustration depicting Katie's introspective dive into her hurtling creative mind, which as we have discussed, is especially active at dawn. The vision of this unfolding daily great scrimmage of demons striving toward the heavens is not only indicative of sleep but also Katie's feelings in regards to how latched in boundaries some day to day social constructs feel at times.

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“Thames Walls”
By Mercedes Balle

Thames Walls is a conceptually tactile masterpiece that tackles the idea of our troublesome relationship with nature, in this case, The River Thames. This work explores the physical as well as ideological boundaries which we built to subordinate the river. In the process of doing that, the natural walls of the river which in the past served as a hub for animals and flora of all sorts became just a unified set of man-made barricades. “Thames Walls” is Mercedes’ response to her work in the Estuary 2021 Associated Programme. Furthermore, this work also ponders the importance of the natural processes of death and change. However, as mentioned during the interview, it is an ongoing project, and this consideration is yet to be entirely dissected by Mercedes.

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Painting of @vivadrag
By Vinvent Giarrano

This contemporary masterpiece blending a wide variety of visual inspirations fulfils Vincent's need to portray the present as it appears to all of us. The intimate connection between the viewer and the subject is achieved by skilfully crafted thought-through usage of eye contact the girl in the painting (@vivadrag) maintains with us. It is also done through the vigorous colour palette with exceptionally strong yet balanced usage of the colour red. Moreover, it is a part of a series focusing amongst others on a narrow-angled view of the subject inspired by photography mentioned in the interview.

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Blue Over Blue With Orange Dot
By Adam David Taylor

In this episode together with Adam we're discussing one of his latest paintings. ''Blue Over Blue With Orange Dot'' is a painting which in a peaceful manner displays one of Adam's internal arguments tacking his space perception and in this case a need to create a well-balanced artwork.

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Valdo
By Marcus Aitken

The work 'Valdo' discussed in this episode of Salon Exit is a transitional masterpiece signifying one of Marcus's stylistic shifts. It carries the astonishingly refreshing colour palette and symbolic qualities into a new base medium of raw canvas. The canvas itself plays an important role in the entirety of not only the composition of the artwork but also Marcus's entire practice. Furthermore, the premise of this piece can be traced to Marcus's most pronounced inspirational well, being the music.

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Study of the Saturn
By Jack Hughes

The Study of the Saturn by Jack Hughes is a stunning contemporary adaptation of the 17th century painting by Paul Rubens, the Saturn. In this adaptation Jack as discussed in our conversation is primarily focusing on the fleeting yet deeply moving, ghastly psychological portraiture of the Saturn devouring his children. This disturbing yet thought provoking image is masterfully carried out through a captivating usage of largely monochromatic blue colour palette broken with a strong red accent. Furthermore, as pointed out by Jack, one of the main intentions behind this painting was to emphasize the hellish, far-derived from humanity idea of horror greatly represented by the story of Saturn.

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*** Untitled ''Creature 31''***
By Brandon Hodges

The painting of this conversation the *** Untitled ''Creature 31''*** is an artwork whose ideological background can be traced back to Brandon's fascination with teeth. The figuration of the lizard (creature) has no objective aim in depicting any particular creature or being, but rather it is as Brandon mentioned a sum of his daily experiences controlled by his creative process. A process crafted through an amalgamation of deep research and a manifold of creative experiences, which as we found out in our conversation not always come in a form of a colloquial artistic experience, but rather everyday affairs which Brandon turns into a beautiful and fascinating art.

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Graceland London

Graceland London is a London-based artist known for her bold use of colour to explore darker human themes like consumerism, ego, and façades. Inspired by Renaissance symbolism and her travels to the USA, her work blends humour with depth and features recurring motifs such as the fried egg to question potential and vice. Working in both acrylic and oil, she creates layered, symbolic pieces that reward close looking. Represented by Halcyon Gallery and active as a SuperRare digital artist, her work has been exhibited internationally, including at Art Basel, and she supports mental health initiatives through her practice.

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Stuart Mcharrie

Stuart McHarrie is a London-based painter from Greenwich who studied Fine Art at Central Saint Martins and previously worked as an art director and illustrator. His work focuses on still lifes of everyday objects and coastal landscapes, often using a limited colour palette in oil and acrylic. Exploring the tension between solidity and flatness, McHarrie’s paintings feature clean, precise forms where paint sometimes seeps beyond boundaries, creating a dynamic interplay between control and spontaneity. His works are held in private collections worldwide.

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• Stuart's Website

BAGMAN9000

BAGMAN9000 is an 18-year-old London-based multidisciplinary artist whose lifelong dedication to art and immersion in the city’s vibrant street culture shape a unique practice driven by self-improvement, originality, and a desire to give back to society. His recent work, an as-yet untitled painting featuring his recurring motif of a ‘face’ framed by a striking red border, explores his current fascination with visual fragmentation. Drawing inspiration from music, fashion, social activism, and diverse artistic techniques, the piece reflects BAGMAN9000’s vision of creating a body of work that continuously evolves, transforming over time into an unknowable creation of the future.

BARRY X BALL

Barry X Ball is an American sculptor based in New York whose practice reimagines classical figurative sculpture through a fusion of ancient craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. Using techniques like 3D scanning, robotic milling, and meticulous hand-finishing of rare stones, he transforms historical references and traditional iconography into entirely new, conceptually rich forms. His work, celebrated in major exhibitions and collections worldwide, explores the tension between tradition and innovation, reverence and reinvention, pushing sculpture into new aesthetic and conceptual territory.

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• Barry's Website

Alexander Hinks

Hinks’s practice explores the relationship between nature, technology, and the sublime, inviting viewers to peer into other worlds through bold linear structures that contrast with curves and fluid forms. His use of voids and chasms evokes vast universes, reflecting his fascination with the unknown and the diverse elements that surround us. Guided by self-imposed rules that shape but do not confine his process, each work evolves uniquely through continual re-evaluation. While painting remains central to his practice, Hinks has expanded into sculpture, installation, and virtual reality to further express his artistic concerns.

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• Alexander's Website

Philipp Humm

Philipp Humm is a German-British multidisciplinary artist whose work examines human ambition, moral conflict, and the tension between progress and desire. Drawing inspiration from philosophy, mythology, and literature, he weaves complex narratives through painting, sculpture, film, and photography. His figures often inhabit fragmented, emotionally charged spaces, reflecting the dissonance of contemporary life and the distance between people in an increasingly digital world. In The Last Faust, Humm reinterprets Goethe’s masterpiece as a modern allegory of power and temptation, uniting diverse media into a single “Gesamtkunstwerk.” With a style that merges classical technique and modern symbolism, Humm creates thought-provoking visual worlds that confront the ethical and emotional dimensions of human experience.

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• Philipp's Website

Chrilz

Chrilz is a Neo-figurative and Neo-expressionist artist who uses the human form as a vessel to explore emotion, experience, and the complexities of human nature. His work is a deliberate interplay between the emotional and the conceptual, where every line, colour, and composition is chosen with intent to create a powerful conceptual-emotional tension. Through coloured pencils and graphite, Chrilz merges realism, symbolism, and language to evoke the beauty and truth of life’s unfolding moments. Viewing himself as a conduit between experience and expression, he transforms personal and collective narratives into visual reflections on the human condition. His art, deeply rooted in his Catholic faith, is both a spiritual offering and an act of devotion, inspired by Luke 17:10 and guided by the intercession of St Rita of Cascia and the patronage of St Joseph.

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