An in-depth conversation with the British artist Stephen Willats, one of the leading figures in conceptual art in Britain, who addresses societal issues while exploring the meanings and purposes of art in the wider world. Since the 1960s, Willats (born in London in 1943) has foregrounded ideas that have become more widespread in contemporary art today, including empowering the viewer as a participant, emphasising the role of community in forging his work, and collaborating with his subjects so that they are effectively co-authors.
Stephen Willats speaks with Ben Luke in the latest episode of A brush with... The Art Newspaper's official podcast.
Listen to the hour long interview here
Image: Portrait of Stephen Willats, 2023 © Stephen Willats. Courtesy the artist and Victoria Miro
