Episode 1: For the Love of Mona Lisa

In this episode we delve into the portrait of Don Juan de Calabazas in the Cleveland Museum of Art! Allyson talks jesters, fools, disability history,… 

The podcast returns as sharp as ever with a discussion of an example of a Malaysian blade called a kris! Allyson talks about the transition… 

Allyson returns refreshed after a quarantine-induced slump to tell you all about Ingapirca, an Inka archaeological site whose function has been obscured by time and… 

Andrew Wyeth (1917-2009) is considered one of American’s greatest modern artists. His works combine a regionalist simplicity with a surrealist view of the inner world. But without the people and places that inspired him and allowed him to channel his emotions onto the canvas, we ... Show More

<p>In this episode of Accessible Art History: The Podcast, I am discussing a Metropolitan Masterpiece by Vincent van Gogh. At Eternity&#39;s Gate is a rare print by the artist that evokes deep emotion. </p> <p><br></p> <p>For images and sources: <a href="https://www.accessibleart ... Show More

Throughout art history, there have been multiple occasions where people have entered into a museum or gallery with the explicit intention of harming or outright destroying a work of art. And some of the most iconic and greatest works of art in the world have been the targets of t ... Show More

There are new paintings and drawings by Sol LeWitt being made all the time -- even though the artist died in 2007. That’s possible because LeWitt’s wrote instructions for creating his works  art, for other people to make. Abbi and writer Samantha Irby consider a piece by Glenn Li ... Show More

<p>I am thrilled to announce Season 14 of Accessible Art History: The Podcast! Starting Tuesday, February 28th, I will cover 15 of my favorite masterpieces from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City!&nbsp;</p> <p>Metropolitan Masterpieces on Instagram: <a href="https:// ... Show More

One pair of incredible Renaissance artists experienced a particularly epic rivalry. Both were vying for the same patrons, and their professional contempt very quickly got ultra-personal. Today, explore the intense conflict between Michelangelo and Raphael, both seeking approval a ... Show More

<p>In this episode of Accessible Art History: The Podcast - Metropolitan Masterpieces, I'm exploring a sculpture of a smiling figure from the Remojadas culture.&nbsp;</p> <p>For images and sources: <a href="https://www.accessiblearthistory.com/post/podcast-episode-83-smiling-figu ... Show More

In this solo episode, Louise reflects on a key principle of art-making - one that can take your art from good to great. If you want your art to connect with others, who better to learn from that Taylor Swift? Her new album is the most successful of all time, and Louise thinks she ... Show More

Sometimes when I am looking at a particularly fascinating work of art, I find myself overwhelmed with awe-- for the creative act itself and the technical prowess that was needed to bring it to fruition. I’ve often had those moments where I have thought to myself, “Wow. How did th ... Show More