James McNeill Whistler | Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1 (Whistler's Mother)
James Abbott McNeill Whistler was a prominent figure in the Aesthetic Movement focusing on "Art for art's sake." One of Whistler's most renowned works is "Arrangement in Grey and Black No. 1," widely ...
23 Jun 202516min
Francisco Goya | The Third of May 1808
Francisco Goya (1746-1828) is one of Spain's most important and complex artists. His career bridged the gap between the Old Masters and the modern era. He found success as a court painter for the Span...
20 Jun 202516min
Author Interview: B.A. Shapiro | The Lost Masterpiece
My guest this week is B.A. Shapiro, author of a new historical fiction book, The Lost Masterpiece. Her book focuses on Berthe Morisot and the French Impressionists. In this interview, we dicussed some...
16 Jun 202551min
Introducing: Culture Kids Podcast
Today I wanted to share an episode of Culture Kids. Culture Kids is a great podcast for kids and families to enjoy learning about the world. It was a privilege to be a guest on their show talking abou...
13 Jun 202515min
Édouard Manet | A Bar at the Folies-Bergère
Édouard Manet, born in Paris in 1832, defied his privileged upbringing to pursue art, despite initial family opposition. Studying under Thomas Couture, Manet diverged from academic traditions, favorin...
9 Jun 202515min
Utagawa Hiroshige (encore)
Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) stands as a titan in the realm of Japanese woodblock prints of the ukiyo-e period. His tranquil landscapes, meticulously detailed cityscapes, and captivating depictions o...
6 Jun 20258min
Alberto Giacometti
Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966) was a significant 20th-century artist known for his elongated, attenuated sculptures that often embody post-war existential themes. Born in Switzerland, he was influence...
2 Jun 202513min
5 Artists Who Take Playing with Their Food to a Whole New Level
Today I thought it would be fun to switch things up a little bit. Instead of focusing on just one artist and artwork, I’ve got 5 artists who work with food in ways most people would never consider. Ja...
30 Mai 20259min
