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Frida Kahlo: Queer Icon, Communist, and Lover (to Josephine Baker)
Join Lianne and Zak as they unravel the vibrant and tumultuous life of Frida Kahlo, one of the most iconic artists to emerge from Mexico City. Delving into her remarkable journey, we'll explore Kahlo's profound artworks, from her riveting self-portraits to the themes of identity, pain, and resilience that define her legacy. Beyond the canvas, we delve into Frida's complex relationships, including her passionate but troubled marriage to Diego Rivera and her affairs with notable figures like Josephine Baker and Leon Trotsky. Amidst her personal struggles and health battles, Frida's spirit and creativity flourished, leaving an indelible mark on the art world.
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Sources
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Frida-Kahlo
https://www.biography.com/artists/frida-kahlo-real-rumored-affairs-men-women
https://www.contexttravel.com/blog/articles/frida-kahlo-diego-rivera-life-story
https://www.grunge.com/195124/the-tragic-real-life-story-of-frida-kahlo/
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/paul-cezanne-mural-discovery-aix-en-provance-1234696945/
"Danse Macabre" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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Join Lianne and Zak as they unravel the vibrant and tumultuous life of Frida Kahlo, one of the most iconic artists to emerge from Mexico City. Delving into her remarkable journey, we'll explore Kahlo's profound artworks, from her riveting self-portraits to the themes of identity, pain, and resilience that define her legacy. Beyond the canvas, we delve into Frida's complex relationships, including her passionate but troubled marriage to Diego Rivera and her affairs with notable figures like Josephine Baker and Leon Trotsky. Amidst her personal struggles and health battles, Frida's spirit and creativity flourished, leaving an indelible mark on the art world.
Follow us on Instagram: @notarthistorians
Sources
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Frida-Kahlo
https://www.biography.com/artists/frida-kahlo-real-rumored-affairs-men-women
https://www.contexttravel.com/blog/articles/frida-kahlo-diego-rivera-life-story
https://www.grunge.com/195124/the-tragic-real-life-story-of-frida-kahlo/
https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/paul-cezanne-mural-discovery-aix-en-provance-1234696945/
"Danse Macabre" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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