In this episode Jonathan and Valerie address the idea and history of portraiture with mild dissection of Jonathan's personal insights as a portraitist.

In this episode, we welcome Zimbabwean painter Helen Teede as she shares her approach to painting is a form of dialogue and how motherhood has shifted her approach to creativity and time.

Valerie and Jonathan welcome the pod’s very first guest, Gresham Tapiwa Nyaude one of Zimbabwe’s most dynamic painting voices. The episode journeys through Gresham’s life, inspirations and insights as an emerging painter reaching maturity.

Join hosts Valerie and Jonathan in their discussion of their shared love for Spanish painter and graphic artist, Francisco Goya!

Valerie and Jonathan discuss the importance of mentorship in art, exploring how even the most successful artists rely on mentors, coaches, and guides to shape their creative journeys.

Valerie and Jonathan explore the trend of celebrities entering the art world, from actors-turned-painters like Johnny Depp and Jim Carrey to musicians exploring sculpture, such as Bob Dylan.

Join Valerie and Jonathan for their first episode of the year as they dive into the topic of nepotism in the art world. From renowned painters such as Pablo Picasso and Lucian Freud with famous familial connections, they explore how having well-known parents can shape an artist’s career!

Valerie and Jonathan wrap up 2024 by discussing the highlights of the year, including notable exhibitions, artistic achievements, and memorable events.

Jonathan and Valerie explore the AI in art debate, examining how technology intersects with art history and discussing the ethical considerations of aesthetics in the digital age.

In this episode, our hosts explore Peter Doig’s ‘debut’ at Gagosian New York and then reflect on the evolution of artistic style, the formation of artistic identity, and the ethical responsibilities of art critics.