Light is everything. In this episode, we dive deep into how artists see, capture, and harness light in painting.

We talk about:

• The struggles of turning solid paint into a visual map of light beams

• Using colored light to create harmony and mood

• How the shadow is essential to see light

• Morandi, art historical glow-ups, and why cats with no hair deserve a place in art history

• Plus, a little beat poetry and philosophical rambling (as usual)

Whether you're a painter seeking to elevate your understanding of light, or an art collector curious about what makes a painting glow, this one’s for you.

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Hosted by working artists who actually paint (and talk a lot). Drop a comment about your favourite use of light in art—or your favourite hairless cat.

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