Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist known for his innovative style and contributions to the Op Art movement. One of Vasarely's most famous works is "Zebra," created in 1937. This painting showcases his ability to create optical illusions through the use of black and white stripes. When viewed from a distance, the stripes appear to vibrate and creat ... Show More
Jun 1
Author Interview Thomas Laqueur | The Dog's Gaze
My guest this week is author and historian Thomas Laqueur to discuss his new book, The Dog's Gaze: A Visual History. Laqueur explores the deep biological, evolutionary, and cultural connection between humans and dogs as told through centuries of masterpiece paintings. From the an ... Show More
38m 1s
May 25
The Marine Corps War Memorial
Today, I am sharing an episode of my other podcast Fun Facts Daily focusing on the Marine Corps War Memorial and the iconic image of soldiers raising the flag. The Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, honors all United States Marine Corps personnel who lost their liv ... Show More
15m 40s
Feb 2024
Andy Warhol, presented by Halcyon Gallery
Talk Art Special Episode! We meet Paul Green, President and Founder of Halcyon Gallery and Kate Brown, Halcyon's Creative Director. #ADWe explore the epic new Andy Warhol exhibition BEYOND THE BRAND, dedicated to the life and work of Andy Warhol which is now open at Halcyon's gal ... Show More
1h 3m
Jan 2023
Abstract Surrealism with Mariya Nakova
<p>In this episode of the Artist Business Plan we sit down with Mariya Nakova, to discuss the intersection of her drawings, photography, and painting. Learn about the way she allows mediums to influence each other when you tune into this lovely episode.</p><p>Guest: Mariya Nakova ... Show More
41m 57s
Sep 2022
Dare to Art Your Way with Victor Langlois aka FEWOCiOUS
Artist, FEWOCiOUS aka Victor Langlois, brings his infectious energy and palpable authenticity to the podcast this week. Sharing his journey of self-discovery through art with Betty Who, Victor breaks down the vibrant and unfiltered style to which he attributes all his success. Cr ... Show More
27m 40s
Mar 2017
Social Media is Killing Art
Social media is like fast food – rapidly consumed for instant gratification. No wonder social media demeans art. Artworks that instantly seduce online become tedious when contemplated over time in the flesh. Once art goes viral, it gains traction, particularly in the market, and ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 2021
Alana Jelinek, "Between Discipline and a Hard Place: The Value of Contemporary Art" (Bloomsbury, 2020)
Some fields have an easier time describing themselves than others. "History is the study of past events." "Biology is the study of living organisms." But art? Is art a discipline? Is it a practice? Who gets to answer this most fundamental of questions, and why do we prefer not to ... Show More
57m 14s