How did you get into art?

When i was a kid I was really into Lego and making things out of wood. At my parents house there is still all my homemade pinball machines, pirateships and whatnot. I guess wanting to make things is what led me to it....

How do you get inspiration for the pieces you produce?

Sentences out of context, pop culture, family, happiness, children, humor, naivety, and geeky stuff in general.

What has been your best creation to date?

The 'Kindergarten Legends'

They are ideas from when I was in kindergarten myself. I remember that we used to tell stories about other kids who had appletrees growing in the tummies, because they had swallowed the seeds from an apple. We actually really believed it. I love the surreal imagination that kids have.

How much do you think hype affects the public perception of what good art is?

More than what I would like to think.

Last CD you bought/downloaded/shoplifted?

I went to a Boom Boom Kid show not so long ago and picked up "Smiles from chapanoland" on vinyl.

How did you feel when you realised that art could make you some money?

Relieved and happy, that I could actually get a job, that I would enjoy.

Why do so many people spend money on music yet so few buy art?

Alot of music is art too...!?

...well, my guess is, that It is easier to buy and because teenagers need their fix of belonging.

What makes you happy?

Sand between the toes.

What makes you sad?

Sand in my bed and discotheques.

Sex, drugs or rock n roll?

Sex, hugs & rock n roll!

Last book you read?

Don't know if it counts, but I finally finished "grid systems".

What's your favourite film?

I really enjoy all the movies Wes Anderson make.

What's it like to be interviewed?

It is relaxing. It is sunday evening and im listening to old Richard Pryer recordings and eating chocolate.

Tell us a secret?

Grownups are evil robots.

Quote us your favourite song lyric?

"even when you're wrong i think you're great"

All Things Good And Nice by Jets to brazil

What time did you get up?

08:00.

Any close encounters with the law?

Nope...I'm fast!

What else do you like other than art?

Lazy days at the beach with friends and family, open nature, pancakes and good stories.

Any regrets?

No.

Interview - Mr. Burrows 25/06/07