In this episode, we dive into the late 18th-century artistic revolution focused on the pursuit of simplicity and pure lines. Artists and architects sought a clean slate by returning to the minimalism of ancient Greece, using stark forms and clear lines to reimagine the purpose of art. From William Blake’s expressive watercolors to John Flaxman’s outline illustrations, we explore how this simplicity conveyed deep emotion. We also look at how global influences, such as Japanese woodblock prints, shaped this movement, making it a timeless reflection of the power of essential forms in art.