Art appreciation comes in many forms. Today we explore how Nathaniel Willis appreciates the landscape of the Lake George area in one of his writings and how the aesthetic value of picturesque relates to it and the art of the early 18th and 19th centuries. We discuss works from artists like Thomas Doughty, George Caleb Bingham, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Claude-Joseph Vernet, Giovanni Antonio Canal, and Francesco Guardi.  

Today, in this podcast episode we will be debating on who can create a better portrait of Socrates: Alfred Stieglitz, a photographer, or Rembrandt, a painter. Both of these people have proven to be masterful artists as they have used amazing techniques and even created some! Who will win? Rembrandt with his chiaroscuro, or Alfred Stieglitz with Pictorialism. Let the battle begin!

Join our sacred space with Lana, Emani and Alejandro. Listen to us as we dig into how we interpret gardens and their architectural complexes. Come to a state of serenity with us as we discover these amazing gardens.Music: “El Baile del Barrio” by happy, frantic

This captivating series invites you to delve into Nigeria's diverse and vibrant artistic realm, leaving you in awe. We take you on an enthralling expedition where weaverbirds, ancient masks, breathtaking textiles, and pottery unveil their intricate craftsmanship and profound cultural significance. Get ready to be spellbound by this extraordinary journey!

Winterbranch" is a groundbreaking dance piece by Merce Cunningham, a highly influential choreographer. It premiered in 1964 and is known for its innovative and avant-garde style, pushing the limits of traditional dance and challenging conventional choreography. Merce Cunningham introduced this piece with heavy ideas, creating an innovative side to performance arts. 

This podcast covers the Greek Philosopher Socrates and in what art form his image is more favorable. Does the knowledge of the artists, Rembrandt or Alfred Stieglitz, drive the preference toward their respective art forms? Additionally, we discuss how each artist appeals to the public and to the human visual sense. What styles can you extract from these artists and what distinctions can be made?  You'll find that out in this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast.

Join Cristal, Selena, and Jalene in exploring the case study of Merce Cunningham. We will talk about who he was and where he got his inspiration to create Winterbranch. We explored how his work impacted the audience and his legacy continues to inspire around the world.

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As a group, we went in-depth on who was Ambroise Vollard, Cezanne, Diana, Actaeon, and St. Anthony. Secondly, we went into Cezanne's nude paintings. We gained knowledge about Cezanne's Temptation of St. Anthony. Lastly, we researched the 19th-century French Art Business, the 19th-century French Art world, and the 19th-century art styles.
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In this Podcast, we talk about the mistakes of a famous art dealer, Vollard, and the press. How titles and perceptions of art can influence the people around us. As well as how simple mistakes can cause art to be misjudged, causing confusion between artists, the public, and the news. Music: Emotional Strong Piano Music by FineTune Music