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Modern UFO reports are often associated with the 20th century, but strange objects in the sky have been recorded for hundreds of years. Medieval chronicles describe unusual celestial events, mysterious lights, and unexplained phenomena that left witnesses searching for answers. Centuries later, some researchers and UFO enthusiasts have pointed to curious details in medieval and Renaissance artwork, arguing that certain paintings appear to depict objects that resemble modern ideas of UFOs.In this episode, we explore reports of strange sightings from the Middle Ages and examine some of the most famous examples of alleged UFOs in historical art. We'll look at the historical context behind these accounts, the explanations offered by historians and art experts, and why these images continue to fuel debate today.Are these records evidence of something extraordinary, misunderstood natural phenomena, religious symbolism, or examples of modern interpretations being applied to ancient works? Join us as we investigate the fascinating intersection of history, art, folklore, and the enduring mystery of unidentified objects in the sky.SourcesArtnet article: Is There a UFO in That Renaissance Painting? A burials and beyond article: Aliens Over Nuremberg Wikipedia and Public Domain review Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.Support the show
Raphael's years in Florence (c. 1504–1508) placed him at the center of one of the most extraordinary moments in Renaissance art, where he encountered both Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo at the height of their powers. Under the Soderini Republic, Florence became a stage for artistic innovation, marked by Michelangelo's David, Leonardo's Mona Lisa, and the unrealized battle frescoes commissioned for the Palazzo Vecchio.This episode explores how Raphael absorbed and transformed the lessons of these two rival masters. From Leonardo, he adopted naturalism, portrait composition, and sfumato; from Michelangelo, monumental form, line, and color. Yet Raphael forged a distinctive style defined by harmony, clarity, and balance, culminating in works such as the Maddalena Doni portraits and the Madonna of the Goldfinch before his departure to Rome under the patronage of Pope Julius II.Watch/Support/Learn: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastWorks Discussed: Michelangelo, David, 1501-1504 https://www.galleriaaccademiafirenze.it/opere/david-michelangelo/Leonardo da Vinci, Mona Lisa, 1503-19 https://collections.louvre.fr/en/ark:/53355/cl010062370Leonardo da Vinci, The Battle of Anghiari, unfinished, lost. Michelangelo, The Battle of Cascina, unfinished. Raphael, Portraits of Agnolo and Maddalena Doni, 1504-07 https://www.uffizi.it/en/artworks/portraits-doni-raffaelloRaphael, Madonna of the Goldfinch, 1506 https://www.uffizi.it/en/artworks/mary-christ-and-the-young-john-the-baptist-known-as-the-madonna-of-the-goldfinchThe Florentine Renaissance CourseSupport the show
Art Historian Linda Reynolds joins me to discuss the history of the court of Duke Federico da Montefeltro. Ruling over Urbino, the Montefeltro court was among the most important centers in Renaissance Italy. Professor Reynolds first explains how a simple mercenary like Federico was able to rise to the status of Duke. From there, she dives into the Duke's patronage of the arts, looking primary at the architecture of his palace in Urbino and his painters, Piero della Francesca and Justus van Ghent. Works Discussed: Luciano Laurana, Palazzo Ducale, Urbino, second phase 1464-72 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Palazzo_ducale_di_UrbinoThe Ideal City, 1480's https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Ideal_City_-_formerly_attributed_to_Luciano_Laurana_-_Galleria_Nazionale_delle_Marche,_UrbinoPiero della Francesca, Double Portrait of Duke Federico da Montefeltro and Battista Sforza, 1473-75 https://www.uffizi.it/opere/i-duchi-di-urbino-federico-da-montefeltro-e-battista-sforzaJustus van Ghent, Portrait of Federico da Montefeltro with His Son Guidobaldo, ca. 1475 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portrait_of_Federico_da_Montefeltro_with_His_Son_GuidobaldoSupport/Watch/Follow: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastThe Florentine Renaissance CourseSupport the show
Conversation #355: The Story, Journey and Passion of Theresa Flanigan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Medieval & Renaissance Art / Coordinator, Master of Arts in Art History ProgramToday's conversation is with Theresa Flanigan, a scholar of Italian medieval and renaissance art history and an Assistant Professor of Art History at Texas Tech University. She is a wife, a mom and a published author including her book titled The Ponte Vecchio: Architecture, Politics and Civic Identity in Late Medieval Florence and articles on Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa and Giotto's paintings in the Arena Chapel, amongst others. Her current research explores the influence of medical science on late medieval art. Before moving to Texas, she lived and taught in New York and Italy and recently I had the privilege of her being our expert on our grande avventura italiana. Please enjoy my conversation with Theresa. Connect with Theresa.Texas Tech UniversityLinkedInwww.anneelizabethrd.comCopyright © 2026 AEHC & OPISong: One Of These DaysArtist: The Geminiwww.thegeminimusic.comMusic used by permission. All rights received.© ASCAP OrtmanMusic
Can a needle and thread mend more than fabric? Ceramic artist Leah Jensen joins Grant Gibson to discuss the radical pivot in her practice after a brain cancer diagnosis — and how stitching became a daily act of survival, documentation and repair.In this episode, we explore making as medicine and the quiet power of slow, analogue craft. We discuss:Renaissance Patterns: The unexpected art-historical roots of Leah's intricate, geometric ceramic surfaces.'Anti-Digital' Making: Why she rejects screens and software in favour of the hand, the eye, and the hour-long stitch.The Brain Tumour Book: How embroidery became a diary of diagnosis, surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy — exhibited this April at London's Fitzrovia Chapel with Cavaliero Finn.'Sewing is an act of emotional repair': Using thread — and her own hair — to process trauma, memory loss and identity.Return to Clay: Re-entering the ceramic studio after illness, and how the two mediums now speak to each other.Leah also reflects on collapsing behind a bar in the moment that changed everything, the role of her parents and partner in her recovery, and what making has taught her about being present.You can support The Brain Tumour Charity via the Brain Tumour Book fundraising page: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/braintumourbookcharityfundraisingexhibitionExplore more: Visit materialmatters.design for more on our fairs and conferences.Support the show
Fluent Fiction - Italian: Overcoming Doubt: A Renaissance Art Student's Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-05-07-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: Le finestre del grande studio nella Scuola d'Arte del Rinascimento a Firenze erano aperte, lasciando entrare il profumo dei fiori di primavera.En: The windows of the large studio at the Scuola d'Arte del Rinascimento in Firenze were open, allowing the scent of spring flowers to enter.It: Era un luogo pieno di storia, con soffitti alti e pareti ricoperte da ritratti di artisti famosi.En: It was a place full of history, with high ceilings and walls covered with portraits of famous artists.It: La luce del sole illuminava le tele e il pavimento di legno scricchiolava sotto i piedi degli studenti.En: The sunlight illuminated the canvases, and the wooden floor creaked under the students' feet.It: Luca, giovane e appassionato, fissava la tela bianca davanti a sé.En: Luca, young and passionate, stared at the blank canvas in front of him.It: La sua mente era un vortice di idee e immagini, ma un'unica emozione prevaleva: il timore di non essere all'altezza.En: His mind was a whirlwind of ideas and images, but a single emotion prevailed: the fear of not being up to the task.It: L'esposizione di fine anno si avvicinava e ogni studente doveva presentare un'opera che mostrasse il proprio talento.En: The end-of-year exhibition was approaching, and every student had to present a work that showcased their talent.It: Accanto a lui c'era Giorgia, intenta a dipingere un paesaggio fiorentino.En: Next to him was Giorgia, intent on painting a Florentine landscape.It: "Sei tranquillo?"En: "Are you calm?"It: chiese con un sorriso.En: she asked with a smile.It: Luca scrollò le spalle, cercando di sembrare fiducioso.En: Luca shrugged, trying to appear confident.It: "Più o meno," rispose, anche se dentro di sé sentiva crescere l'ansia.En: "More or less," he replied, though inside he felt the anxiety growing.It: Con il passare dei giorni, Luca dipinse e ridipinse senza mai sentirsi soddisfatto.En: As the days passed, Luca painted and repainted without ever feeling satisfied.It: Ogni errore, ogni pennellata fuori posto sembrava un fallimento.En: Every mistake, every misplaced brushstroke seemed like a failure.It: La notte precedente, aveva considerato seriamente di abbandonare.En: The night before, he had seriously considered giving up.It: La paura lo paralizzava.En: Fear paralyzed him.It: Ma qualcosa dentro di lui lo spingeva a non arrendersi.En: But something inside him pushed him not to surrender.It: Infine, in una giornata di sole, decise di rivolgersi a Giorgia.En: Finally, on a sunny day, he decided to turn to Giorgia.It: "Pensi che io possa mai fare qualcosa di buono?"En: "Do you think I can ever do something good?"It: chiese, la voce tremante.En: he asked, his voice trembling.It: Giorgia lo guardò con gentilezza.En: Giorgia looked at him kindly.It: "Se non ci credi tu, chi lo farà?En: "If you don't believe it yourself, who will?It: Prova a esprimere ciò che senti davvero."En: Try to express what you really feel."It: Incoraggiato dalle sue parole, Luca tornò alla tela.En: Encouraged by her words, Luca returned to the canvas.It: Iniziò a dipingere non più per impressionare gli altri, ma per spiegare i suoi sentimenti.En: He began to paint not to impress others, but to express his feelings.It: Pennellata dopo pennellata, il quadro prese vita.En: Brushstroke by brushstroke, the painting came to life.It: Era un ritratto di Firenze al tramonto, ma c'era qualcosa di più: un'espressione di speranza e vulnerabilità.En: It was a portrait of Firenze at sunset, but there was something more: an expression of hope and vulnerability.It: Il giorno dell'esposizione arrivò.En: The day of the exhibition arrived.It: Gli studenti allinearono le loro opere nei corridoi della scuola.En: The students lined up their works in the corridors of the school.It: Quando gli insegnanti e i visitatori si fermarono davanti alla sua tela, Luca sentì il cuore battere forte.En: When the teachers and visitors stopped in front of his canvas, Luca felt his heart beat strongly.It: Giorgia, accanto a lui, gli strinse la mano.En: Giorgia, beside him, squeezed his hand.It: "Hai fatto un capolavoro," sussurrò.En: "You've created a masterpiece," she whispered.It: Le reazioni furono positive.En: The reactions were positive.It: Gli insegnanti lodarono la profondità emotiva del suo lavoro.En: The teachers praised the emotional depth of his work.It: Per la prima volta, Luca si sentì davvero orgoglioso.En: For the first time, Luca felt truly proud.It: Aveva imparato a fidarsi del proprio istinto, a lasciarsi guidare dal cuore.En: He had learned to trust his own instincts, to let himself be guided by his heart.It: Mentre il sole tramontava su Firenze, Luca e Giorgia si allontanarono dalla scuola, pronti a celebrare con una passeggiata lungo l'Arno.En: As the sun set over Firenze, Luca and Giorgia walked away from the school, ready to celebrate with a walk along the Arno.It: La primavera aveva portato non solo fiori, ma anche una nuova fiducia nelle loro vite.En: Spring had brought not only flowers but also a new confidence in their lives. Vocabulary Words:the window: la finestrathe studio: lo studiothe scent: il profumothe ceiling: il soffittothe wall: il murothe canvas: la telato creak: scricchiolarepassionate: appassionatothe whirlwind: il vorticethe fear: il timorethe exhibition: l'esposizionetalent: il talentothe landscape: il paesaggioto shrug: scrollare le spallethe anxiety: l'ansiato repaint: ridipingerethe mistake: l'errorethe brushstroke: la pennellatathe failure: il fallimentoto give up: arrendersito tremble: tremareto express: esprimerethe feelings: i sentimentithe expression: l'espressionevulnerability: la vulnerabilitàthe corridor: il corridoioto whisper: sussurrareto praise: lodarethe instinct: l'istintothe sunset: il tramonto
This episode examines how artistic influence and innovation intersect in the work of Perugino and Raphael, using their two Marriage of the Virgin paintings as a lens. It explores the defining qualities of Perugino's calm, orderly style alongside Raphael's more dynamic and spatially refined approach. Set against the cultural importance of the subject in Renaissance Perugia, the comparison reveals how shared compositions can yield very different visual experiences. Ultimately, the discussion highlights a pivotal artistic moment: the transformation of a master's visual language into something more expressive, marking Raphael's emergence as one of the most compelling and influential painters of the Renaissance. Works Discussed: Perugino, Marriage of the Virgin, 1500-1504 https://mba.caen.fr/en/oeuvre/le-mariage-de-la-viergeRaphael, Marriage of the Virgin, 1504 https://pinacotecabrera.org/en/collezioni/collezione-on-line/the-marriage-of-the-virgin/More on Perugino and Raphael in our online course: https://www.udemy.com/course/the-florentine-renaissance/?referralCode=FF28E9B6B8BB41DD78AFSupport/Follow/Watch: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastSupport the show
Fluent Fiction - Italian: Epic Discoveries: Giovanni's Renaissance Art Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-01-10-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Era una mattina fredda d'inverno a Firenze.En: It was a cold winter morning in Firenze.It: Giovanni camminava verso la Galleria degli Uffizi.En: Giovanni was walking towards the Galleria degli Uffizi.It: La Befana era appena passata, e la città era ancora piena di decorazioni e luci festose.En: La Befana had just passed, and the city was still full of decorations and festive lights.It: Giovanni era un appassionato storico dell'arte, specializzato nel Rinascimento.En: Giovanni was a passionate art historian, specializing in the Renaissance.It: Quel giorno, aveva un obiettivo chiaro: trovare un quadro specifico per il suo prossimo corso universitario.En: That day, he had a clear goal: to find a specific painting for his next university course.It: Era in cerca d'ispirazione per catturare l'attenzione dei suoi studenti.En: He was seeking inspiration to capture the attention of his students.It: Giunto agli Uffizi, la galleria era affollata.En: Having arrived at the Uffizi, the gallery was crowded.It: I turisti, incuranti del freddo, erano attratti dalle opere d'arte famose.En: Tourists, undeterred by the cold, were attracted to the famous works of art.It: Le sale con i soffitti alti erano piene di sussurri di ammirazione.En: The rooms with high ceilings were filled with whispers of admiration.It: Giovanni attraversava i corridoi con pazienza, cercando di evitare gruppi di persone che si fermavano davanti ai capolavori.En: Giovanni patiently made his way through the corridors, trying to avoid groups of people stopping in front of the masterpieces.It: Ma, ben presto, si accorse che il quadro che cercava non era al suo posto abituale.En: But soon, he realized that the painting he was looking for was not in its usual place.It: Rimase perplesso.En: He was puzzled.It: Non poteva tenere il suo corso senza parlare di quel dipinto.En: He couldn't conduct his course without discussing that painting.It: Decise di chiedere aiuto a un membro del personale del museo.En: He decided to ask for help from a museum staff member.It: Vide un curatore, Luca, con i capelli grigi e il sorriso gentile.En: He saw a curator, Luca, with gray hair and a gentle smile.It: "Buongiorno", disse Giovanni con tono speranzoso.En: "Good morning," Giovanni said hopefully.It: "Sto cercando un dipinto particolare che è stato spostato.En: "I am looking for a particular painting that has been moved.It: Può aiutarmi?"En: Can you help me?"It: Luca annuì comprensivo.En: Luca nodded understandingly.It: "Certo, oggi abbiamo spostato diversi quadri per una nuova installazione.En: "Of course, today we moved several paintings for a new installation.It: Ti accompagno a cercarlo."En: I'll help you find it."It: Seguendo Luca, Giovanni si rese conto che a volte chiedere aiuto era necessario.En: Following Luca, Giovanni realized that sometimes asking for help was necessary.It: Dopo aver attraversato diverse sale, si fermarono davanti al quadro tanto desiderato.En: After crossing several rooms, they stopped in front of the much-desired painting.It: Proprio lì, in tutta la sua bellezza rinascimentale.En: Right there, in all its Renaissance beauty.It: Era un'opera di una tale intensità che Giovanni si sentì subito ispirato.En: It was a work of such intensity that Giovanni immediately felt inspired.It: Le linee, i colori, il significato: tutto era perfetto per la sua lezione.En: The lines, the colors, the meaning: everything was perfect for his lesson.It: "Grazie infinite," disse a Luca, grato e pieno di entusiasmo rinnovato.En: "Thank you so much," he said to Luca, grateful and full of renewed enthusiasm.It: Lasciando la galleria, Giovanni sentì l'aria fredda sul viso.En: Leaving the gallery, Giovanni felt the cold air on his face.It: Era pronto per il suo prossimo corso, con nuove idee ardenti.En: He was ready for his next course, with burning new ideas.It: Tornando a casa, rifletté sulla giornata.En: On his way home, he reflected on the day.It: Aveva imparato l'importanza della pazienza e del chiedere aiuto.En: He had learned the importance of patience and asking for help.It: Con un sorriso, pensò al suo racconto, ora completo e pieno di nuove prospettive.En: With a smile, he thought about his narrative, now complete and full of new perspectives.It: E così il freddo giorno d'Epifania si trasformò in una giornata di scoperte e riflessioni per Giovanni, un vero miracolo dell'arte e del potere di condividere le conoscenze.En: And so, the cold Epifania day turned into a day of discoveries and reflections for Giovanni, a true miracle of art and the power of sharing knowledge. Vocabulary Words:the gallery: la galleriathe decoration: la decorazionethe lights: le lucithe historian: lo storicothe Renaissance: il Rinascimentothe inspiration: l'ispirazionethe ceiling: il soffittothe whisper: il sussurrothe admiration: l'ammirazionethe corridor: il corridoiothe masterpiece: il capolavorothe curator: il curatorethe smile: il sorrisothe installation: l'installazionethe painting: il quadrothe room: la salathe course: il corsothe theme: il temathe intensity: l'intensitàthe meaning: il significatothe enthusiasm: l'entusiasmothe air: l'ariathe idea: l'ideathe perspective: la prospettivathe miracle: il miracolothe knowledge: le conoscenzethe discovery: la scopertato inspire: inspirareto reflect: rifletterethe narrative: il racconto
There is no better way to explore the art and politics of the Sforza court in Milan than through the eyes of Leonardo da Vinci. Leonardo spent most of his early career employed by Ludovico il Moro, the regent and eventual Duke of Milan. This episode ties together the drama and intrigue of Sforza court politics with the work Leonardo did during his First Milanese Period (1482-1499). Some of Leonardo's most innovative painting arrived in this period. Beyond his Last Supper, the Renaissance master also worked on court portraits. Looking at both Lady with an Ermine and La Belle Ferronniere, we unpack the history of the ladies of the Sforza court and the complex social structures in Leonardo's Milan. Additionally, we explore the sophistication of Leonardo's style and ingenuity, especially as precursors to his Mona Lisa. This conversation ultimately ties the complicated threads that unite art, court culture, politics, gender, and romance in Renaissance Milan. Support/Watch/Follow: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastWorks Discussed: Leonardo da Vinci, Genevra de' Benci, ca. 1478 https://www.nga.gov/artworks/50724-ginevra-de-benci-obverseLeonardo da Vinci, Lady with an Ermine, ca. 1490 https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/lady-with-an-ermine-leonardo-da-vinci/HwHUpggDy_HxNQ?hl=en-GBLeonardo da Vinci and workshop, La Belle Ferronniere, ca. 1497 https://collections.louvre.fr/en/ark:/53355/cl010062372Salai, Head of Christ the Redeemer, 1511 https://ambrosiana.it/opere/testa-di-cristo-redentore/Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
What happens when a mother and artist dares to reimagine the entire canon of Western art through a new lens—one that centers Black womanhood, power, and divinity? In this inspiring episode, host Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Harmonia Rosales, the Afro-Cuban American artist redefining beauty and rewriting history with every brushstroke. From her reimagined Renaissance masterpieces to her breathtaking debut book Chronicles of Ori, Harmonia shares how motherhood, myth, and heritage shape her creative vision. Tune in for a soul-stirring conversation on reclaiming representation, teaching our children the true breadth of beauty, and trusting your intuition as both an artist and a parent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This started out as an episode on Renaissance Art, but Martin used Arthur Herman's The Cave and the Light to twist and turn it like taffy into one just on the Renaissance itself, and Robert tied it all together. He does that. He's The Hammer after all.
In this episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast, host Walker chats with MADEX, a Bitcoin artist, designer, and Bull Bitcoin collaborator. They dive into MADEX's sobriety journey, the pitfalls of fiat wealth and scams, the transformative power of Bitcoin for freedom and entrepreneurship, and the role of art in rejecting fiat culture. Discussions touch on bear market vibes, AI's impact on creativity, fiat art money laundering, and Alberta's potential secession, emphasizing value creation, generational wealth, and building a parallel Bitcoin system. FOLLOW MADEX: NOSTR: https://primal.net/MADEX X: https://x.com/SPACEBULL WEB: https://linktr.ee/madexforever ***** THE Bitcoin Podcast Partners: > GET FOLD: https://use.foldapp.com/r/WALKER > http://bitbox.swiss/walker -- use promo code WALKER for 5% off the Bitcoin-only Bitbox02 hardware wallet. ***** If you enjoy THE Bitcoin Podcast you can help support the show by doing the following: FOLLOW ME (Walker) on @WalkerAmerica on X | @TitcoinPodcast on X | Nostr Personal (walker) | Nostr Podcast (Titcoin) | Instagram Subscribe to THE Bitcoin Podcast (and leave a review) on Fountain | YouTube | Spotify | Rumble | EVERYWHERE ELSE
Send us a textThe Court of Lorenzo the Magnificent Part 5: Antonio and Piero Pollaiuolo Among the many artists who earned the attention of the Magnificent, the Pollaiuolo brothers left behind an artistic legacy closely tied with Medicean propaganda. This episode explores the role of the Pallaiuolo brothers in the development of Florentine Renaissance art, specifically through the works they completed for the Medici Palace: The Labors of Hercules. Later reappropriated, this episode also dives into how Hercules is used as a Florentine political symbol and is adaptable as both a pro-Medici and an anti-Medici symbol, similar to function of the biblical heroes David and Judith. Works DiscussedAntonio Pallaiuolo, Hercules and the Hydra, ca. 1475 https://www.uffizi.it/opere/pollaiolo-ercole-idraAntonio Pallaiuolo, Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1475 https://www.uffizi.it/opere/pollaiolo-ercole-anteoAntonio Pallaiuolo, Hercules and Antaeus, ca. 1475, bronze Antonio https://www.wga.hu/html_m/p/pollaiol/antonio/sculptur/hercul2.htmlSupport/Watch/Follow: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
No quadragésimo nono episódio do Estudos Medievais, recebemos Maria Izabel Escano Duarte de Souza, doutora do Programa de Pós Graduação em História Social da USP, para discutirmos os Livros de Horas. Produzidos entre os séculos XIII e XVI, os livros de horas foram o tipo de livro mais popular durante a Baixa Idade Média, com sua produção chegando a ultrapassar a de Bíblias nesse período. Esses livros voltados para a leitura e devoção individual foram também os manuscritos medievais que chegaram em maior número até os dias de hoje, inclusive com alguns deles em bibliotecas brasileiras. Neste episódio, a convidada aborda as origens dos Livros de Horas, suas funções, seu processo de produção, suas múltiplas camadas de texto e imagem, sua circulação e a sua presença em acervos brasileiros.ParticipantesCecília Souza SilvaMaria Izabel Escano Duarte de SouzaMembros da equipeCecília Silva (edição e ilustração)Diego Pereira (roteiro)Eric Cyon (edição)Gabriel Cordeiro (roteiro)Isabela Silva (roteiro)José Fonseca (roteiro)Marina Sanchez (roteiro)Rafael Bosch (roteiro)Sara Oderdenge (roteiro)Sugestões bibliográficasBERGE, Damião. Livros de horas manuscritos da Biblioteca Nacional do Rio de Janeiro. [1973?]. Datiloscrito (FBN/Divisão de Manuscritos).BROWN, Michelle P. Understanding illuminated manuscripts : a guide to technical terms. J. Paul Getty Museum In Association With The British Library. Malibu, California. 1994.DE HAMEL, Christopher. Scribes and Illuminators. University of Toronto Press. Toronto. 1992.FAILLACE, Vera Lúcia Miranda. Catálogo Dos Livros De Horas Da Biblioteca Nacional Do Brasil. 2009.LEROQUAIS, Victor. Les livres d'heures manuscrits de la Bibliothèque nationale. 1927.MARKL, Dagoberto. Livro de Horas de D. Manuel. Estudo introdutório de Dagoberto Markl. Coleção presenças da imagem. Crédito Predial Português. Imprensa Nacional – Casa da Moeda. Lisboa. 1983.SOUZA, Maria Izabel Escano Duarte de. O livro de horas 50,1,016 da Biblioteca Nacional do Rio de Janeiro (Paris, c. 1460). 2022. Tese (Doutorado em História Social) - Faculdade de Filosofia, Letras e Ciências Humanas, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo.SOUZA, Maria Izabel Escano Duarte de. Orações pintadas: iconografia mariana, práticas devocionais e funções das iluminuras dos livros de horas da Real Biblioteca Portuguesa. 2015. Tese (Mestrado em História Social) - Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, UFRJ, Brasil.SOUZA, Maria Izabel Escano Duarte de. O ciclo iconográfico da vida da Virgem Maria nos livros de horas da real biblioteca portuguesa. Encontro de História da Arte, Campinas, SP, n. 9, p. 242–251, 2013.SOUZA, Maria Izabel Escano Duarte de. O Livro De Horas 50,1,16 Da Biblioteca Nacional Do Rio De Janeiro. Anais do XXIX Simpósio Nacional de História, 2017.SOUZA, Maria Izabel E. D. O livro de horas 50,1,1 da Real Biblioteca Portuguesa. In: V EPHIS Encontro de Pesquisa em História da UFMG: Brasil em perspectiva: passado e presente , 2017 , Belo Horizonte. Anais Eletrônicos do V EPHIS Encontro de Pesquisa em História da UFMG: Brasil em perspectiva: passado e presente, 2017.WIECK, Roger S. Painted prayers: The Book of Hours in Medieval and Renaissance Art. George Braziller. Nova Iorque. 1997.WIECK, Roger S. Time Sanctified: The Book of Hours in Medieval Art and Life. George Braziller. Nova Iorque. 2001.
Send us a textThe Court of Lorenzo de' Medici Part 3: Large-Scale Mythological Painting The 1480's in Florence was an age of relative prosperity under Lorenzo the Magnificent. During this period, the visual arts began to take a new shape. Influenced by both classical and contemporary literature and poetry, Lorenzo's court saw the introduction to large-scale mythological painting, ushered in by the famed Sandro Botticelli. This episode looks closely at the formation of Botticelli's Birth of Venus, as well as the subsequent Court of Pan by Luca Signorelli in 1490. We discuss the cultural and political circumstances around the development of this new genre of painting, as well as a host of patrons, including the Vespucci family and Lorenzo il Popolano de' Medici. A close look at these works alongside scholarly research reveals a tension between representation and actual cultural attitudes, especially around differentiating between philosophical representation and lived, sensual realities. Works Discussed: Sandro Botticelli, The Birth of Venus, ca. 1485 https://www.uffizi.it/en/artworks/birth-of-venusSandro Botticelli, Venus and Mars, ca. 1485 https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/sandro-botticelli-venus-and-marsLuca Signorelli, The Court of Pan, ca. 1490 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Education_of_PanFollow: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastYoutube Videos mentioned for extra information: Piero di Cosimo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R99_lpzeLzQ&list=PLUejELZ-zvuCN0XSgU-4JoV4ezeU6MBLb&index=4Luca Signorelli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hE3MC80SvHU&list=PLUejELZ-zvuCN0XSgU-4JoV4ezeU6MBLbGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who's that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiel Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on both cheeks. And 18 days later, he was gone.”Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.Weller has also contributed an essay remembering his friend Miles Davis for Jazz and Literature. The book, co-edited by Mia Funk, features many of her interviews and artworks, as well as poetry, art, and essays by our contributors.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who's that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiel Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on both cheeks. And 18 days later, he was gone.”Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.Weller has also contributed an essay remembering his friend Miles Davis for Jazz and Literature. The book, co-edited by Mia Funk, features many of her interviews and artworks, as well as poetry, art, and essays by our contributors.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who's that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiel Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on both cheeks. And 18 days later, he was gone.”Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.Weller has also contributed an essay remembering his friend Miles Davis for Jazz and Literature. The book, co-edited by Mia Funk, features many of her interviews and artworks, as well as poetry, art, and essays by our contributors.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who's that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiel Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on both cheeks. And 18 days later, he was gone.”Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.Weller has also contributed an essay remembering his friend Miles Davis for Jazz and Literature. The book, co-edited by Mia Funk, features many of her interviews and artworks, as well as poetry, art, and essays by our contributors.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who's that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiel Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on both cheeks. And 18 days later, he was gone.”Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.Weller has also contributed an essay remembering his friend Miles Davis for Jazz and Literature. The book, co-edited by Mia Funk, features many of her interviews and artworks, as well as poetry, art, and essays by our contributors.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
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Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual and musical arts through his studies of the Renaissance era. Earning a Master's in Roman architecture from Syracuse University before moving on to a PhD in Renaissance Art from UCLA. Dr. Weller has just written a book, Leon Battista Alberti in Exile: Tracing the Path to the First Modern Book on Painting.“Art transcends time and culture—the beauty of it. People worry about the world now. I remind them to go live in 1968, a time of preparing to go to the moon while people died for their beliefs. This is a difficult time in a republic that's supposed to be free, but music was leading the way. It's actually harmonious, transcending culture and time. That might be the greatest gift of our transcendence.”Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Send us a textIn this monumental 50th episode, join me in discussing a likewise monumental artist of the early Renaissance: Donatello. This episode examines the landmark works of the Florentine sculptor, taking a close look at his early life, mature works, and cultural impact. Donatello skillfully navigated the practical world of civic sculpture, then became a sought-after court artist in the elite world of early modern Italy. Looking closely at three sculptures in three mediums, this discussion details Donatello's vast innovations towards embedding life and sensation in his figures, an effect that would pulse through the veins of future Renaissance sculpture thanks to his departures from convention. Works Discussed:David, marble, ca. 1408.Saint George, marble, 1415-17.Penitent Magdalene, wood, ca. 1430-50.Equestrian Monument of Gattamelata, 1453.David, bronze, 1440-60.Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
Send us a Text Message.Undoubtedly one of the most important painters of the Florentine Renaissance, Masaccio broke the barriers of convention, producing the first monumental works in the Renaissance style. This episode discusses Masaccio's life and works, focusing on the famous Brancacci Chapel and his Holy Trinity in Santa Maria Novella. A close look at these works illuminates the effects of heightened naturalism and linear perspective as artists looked away from the conventions of Gothic painting, particularly in the Holy Trinity, which demonstrated a new mastery over perspectival techniques, paving the way for future Renaissance artists to expand upon Masaccio's genius. Instagram: italian_renaissance_podcast Works Discussed: Masaccio, Expulsion from Paradise, Brancacci Chapel, 1425-27Masolino, Temptation in the Garden, Brancacci Chapel, 1425-27Masaccio, Tribute Money, Brancacci Chapel, 1425-27Masaccio, Holy Trinity, Santa Maria Novella, ca. 1427Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the Show.
Send us a Text Message.The early 1400's in Italy saw the transition from the Gothic to the Renaissance style in painting. In major areas of patronage, be it for churches or wealthy patrons, a new style flourished that was representative of the interconnectivity between European cultures and the wider Mediterranean, one that bridges the Gothic and Renaissance styles - the International Gothic. Looking at two masterworks, one from Lorenzo Monaco and one from Gentile da Fabriano, this episode examines the historical moment and the stylistic factors that unify and separate the Gothic and International Gothic in Italy. Further, through Giorgio Vasari, we can look at how historical shifts in artistic style were perceived by later Renaissance writers, who looked to organize the trajectory of Italian art as a series of quantifiable improvements. These two artists help us bridge the end of the medieval period with the developments that will become Renaissance art. Works discussed: Lorenzo Monaco, Coronation of the Virgin - https://www.uffizi.it/en/artworks/coronation-of-the-virginGentile da Fabriano, Adoration of the Magi - https://www.uffizi.it/en/artworks/adoration-of-the-magiInstagram: italian_renaissance_podcast Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the Show.
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It is time to open the next chapter of our dive into Renaissance history, dialing back to look at the early Renaissance and the Proto-Renaissance. The terminology of periodization is loose and malleable, and brings to light of other renaissances that occurred throughout the Middle Ages. What is the difference between the way classical revival was exercised from the 8th and 12th centuries, and the world of Renaissance Italy? This episode provides the fundaments of the earliest years of the Renaissance in Florence. The discussion links the literary developments of Dante, Petrarch and Boccaccio to the art developments of Cimabue and Giotto. Did the Black Death, that devastating plague that swept through Italy in 1348, have an impact on intellectual development? What did the early phases of Humanism look like, before the late 15th century? Images uploaded to Instagram @italian_renaissance_podcast Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the Show.
In this episode of the SaaS Fuel Podcast, Jeff is joined by the remarkable Asia Orangio, an expert in go-to-market strategy and growth in the SaaS world. Together, they delve into the crucial aspects of customer and audience research, pricing strategies, and key performance indicators (KPIs) that significantly impact growth and MRR goals in SaaS businesses. Asia shares her invaluable insights on strategic decision-making, sustainable growth, and the shift in mindset toward long-term success in the SaaS industry. As they explore the nuances of product-led growth, activation rates, and the challenges of determining product-market fit, together they provide practical, data-driven advice for SaaS founders and leaders. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems of SaaS growth and learn from the expertise of Asia Orangio in this dynamic and illuminating episode.Key Takeaways00:00 The transition from employee to marketing entrepreneur was serendipitous.06:42 Use customer research to inform market strategy.07:55 Understanding buyer behavior through extensive research interviews.11:07 Spreadsheets are practically free. Consider opportunity cost.15:43 The challenge of selling a product online.21:02 SaaS benchmarks provide valuable market insights.24:29 Behavioral science, product experience, ideal customer profile.26:47 Identify qualified users for SaaS marketing success.30:16 ConvertKit filled a niche for bloggers' needs.35:38 Quarterly targets, collaboration, shared information, KPIs, growth.36:33 Identify core KPI, divide and conquer projects.40:47 Analyze MRR growth by focusing on expansion revenue.45:32 Sustainability and strategic growth are essential.46:54 Shift in SaaS mindset for sustainable growth.50:18 Expresses gratitude and hope for audience takeaway.Tweetable Quotes“When it comes to really understanding the market, understanding the product, and understanding potential channels, we, always start with customer and audience research. Both of these two things combined help, formulate and inform the ultimate go-to-market strategy." — Asia Orangio 00:06:57“And what we find is that it's usually rarely ever just one thing that creates the scenario for someone to buy. Usually, it's several things that happen that stack up that, create the circumstances upon which someone buys." — Asia Orangio 00:08:15 "What I don't recommend it, is you're gonna get to a point at least in the early stage journey where just increasing your prices can actually be kind of a dangerous pitfall if you don't have the data to back it up." — Asia Orangio 00:12:30 "The real testament is selling it, actually putting it out there for people to buy and seeing, for better or for worse, what happens." — Asia Orangio 00:15:53 "I think product-led growth is most successful when you're able to combine, this really solid understanding of who is the ideal customer profile. Are they ultimately product-qualified? Meaning, like, as they are signing up for this process, we are now understanding, like, is this person actually gonna be a good fit for this product or not?" — Asia Orangio 00:25:15 "And I think that strategic growth ultimately is a sustainable practice. What I mean by being strategic is, all being strategic means is we are doing our absolute best to make good decisions with the information that we either have or can get." — Asia Orangio 00:45:48 "Product-led growth is one of the things I see done wrong a lot of times." — Jeff Mains 00:23:21 "I think it's kind of that counterintuitive, you know, really focused and going after a market that's completely...
Join me in conversation with Frank Nero, who takes us on a journey to a hidden gem in Florence, San Martino del Vescovo. This oratory serves as a fascinating case study of the intersections between Medici power and art patronage, as well as offering a glimpse into the everyday of Florentine life in the Quattrocento. The oratory frescoes depict scenes of the deeds of the buonuomini, painted by Domenico Ghirlandaio and his workshop. Nero gives us a detailed history of the foundation and function of the space, as well as a captivating explanation of the fresco cycle found within. Instagram: italian_renaissance_podcast Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
It is with great pleasure that I welcome Frank Nero to the podcast. Nero is an art historian, award-winning educator, and former director of Florida State University Florence. He specializes in on-site lectures, having taught and inspired thousands of students during his career, myself included. The first part of this interview departs from our typical mode of discussion, and looks at the living legacy of Renaissance art from the perspective of someone who teaches it outside of the classroom. Not only does Nero provide inside information on the structure of international education through the American university system, the good and the bad (also the ugly), but also tells hilarious stories and experiences that come with hauling students through crowded historical sites across Italy. ***Nero calls by my familiar name, Reed instead of Lawrence... or Reedy, because he's a funny guy. Instagram: italian_renaissance_podcast Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ItalianRenShopGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
Join me in the continuation of my conversation with ecocritical art historian and climate activist Esme Garlake. In the second part of our interview, we discuss the works of Raphael's pupil, Giovanni da Udine. Giovanni not only had an intense fascination with accurately depicting the natural world, which we discuss via his drawings, but had a substantial role in decorating Agostino Chigi's Villa Farnesina in Rome alongside Raphael and Giulio Romano.Beyond the Renaissance, Esme provides valuable perspective on climate activism in museum spaces, and the role of art in how we envision the sustainability of our planet. For more of Esme's work: Blog: https://medium.com/@esme.garlakeArticle: https://envhistnow.com/2023/05/04/towards-an-ecocritical-art-history/Research Profile: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/art-history/esme-garlake Linktree: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcast Podcast Instagram: @italian_renaissance_podcast Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
Join me in conversation in two parts with Esme Garlake, an ecocritical art historian and climate activist who centers her research on the interaction between the artist and the natural world. We are talking about two artists who were trained under Raphael, Giulio Romano and Giovanni da Udine. How do animals manifest in their works, and what does it tell us about the social history of sixteenth century Italy? Part one focuses on establishing how an ecocritical approach is used to analyze Renaissance art via Raphael before turning to the Palazzo Te in Mantua, and Giulio Romano's Sala dei Cavalli and the Banquet of Cupid and Psyche. For more of Esme's work: Blog: https://medium.com/@esme.garlakeArticle: https://envhistnow.com/2023/05/04/towards-an-ecocritical-art-history/Research Profile: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/art-history/esme-garlake Podcast Instagram: @italian_renaissance_podcast Get additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
This week, Danièle continues the annual tradition of sharing some of her favourite books of the year, along with the top picks of Peter Konieczny, editor and co-founder of Medievalists.net.Danièle's list: Temptation Transformed: The Story of How the Forbidden Fruit Became an Apple, by Azzan Yadin-IsraelBalthazar: A Black African King in Medieval and Renaissance Art, edited by Kristen Collins and Bryan C. KeeneVox Clamantis, translation by Robert J. Meindl and Mark T. RileyWomen in the Crusades, by Helen NicholsonHow to Focus: A Monastic Guide for an Age of Distraction, by John Cassian, translation by Jamie KreinerPeter's list:The Donkey and the Boat: Reinterpreting the Mediterranean Economy, 950-1180, by Chris WickhamThe Cosmography and Geography of Africa, by Johannes Leo Africanus, translation by Anthony Ossa-Richardson and Richard OosterhoffThe Emperor and the Elephant: Christians and Muslims in the Age of Charlemagne, by Sam Ottewill-SoulsbyInked: Tattooed Soldiers and the Song Empire's Penal-Military Complex, by Elad AlyagonMeteorological Disasters in Medieval Britain (AD 1000‒1500), by Peter J. BrownThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5406638/advertisement
Leonardo da Vinci arrived in Milan around the year 1482. Under the patronage of Duke Ludovico Gonzaga, Leonardo painted his famous Last Supper on the wall of the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie. Still, his technical application of paint was a failure, causing almost immediate damage to the famous work. Between his inadequate innovation, the wars with Napoleon, and WWII, the Last Supper fresco has absorbed an excessive amount of damage. This discussion looks at the history of Last Supper depictions leading up to Leonardo, from the Early Christian catacombs to Byzantine mosaic. It explores how his innovative approach to art elaborated a traditional theme, making it more in line with the ideals of Renaissance Humanism. Although the application was a grave error, the technical design of the work and rich symbolism position this work as among the most important paintings of the Renaissance. Support the show! All socials linked here: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
In 1494 upon the expulsion of the Medici from Florence, Michelangelo Buonarotti left his native city for the Republic of Venice. His stay there was brief and mostly undocumented. Yet, close comparison of source material and stylistic analysis reveals that perhaps Michelangelo was more influenced by his time in Venice than previously considered. The master all'antica marble sculptor Tullio Lombardo had likely completed his masterpiece Adam the year before Michelangelo's arrival. Was the divine Michelangelo inspired by a Venetian Renaissance master before creating his own large-scale Bacchus, a marble nude figure modelled on antiquity? In this episode, we unpack the layers of influence that appear to manifest in Michelangelo's work as a potential result of Venetian influence. Instagram/Facebook: italian_renaissance_podcast Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ItalianRenShopGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
Theodore Bajard, the visionary behind RIMA, joins Nick to traverse the dimensions of consciousness and AI, art, spirituality and authenticity.We're stepping into a New Renaissance – a narrative which we are collectively writing as it unfolds. Nick and Theodore explore what the new paradigm might look like, and what role AI can play in this story.Turning the lens inward, the pair look at the ‘cracks' in our consciousness – the vulnerable gaps through which we can let the light shine. Theodore speaks to the importance and beauty of authenticity in storytelling, relating, and in becoming truly present.With RIMA, Theodore dissolves the perceived boundaries between otherness, spirituality, performance and reality. Tune in to explore expansive perspectives on altered states of consciousness, tapping into your truth, and for a portal into the psychedelic realm of RIMA.In this episode:00:05:21 Between the conscious and the unconscious00:12:46 Making life a work of art00:19:19 How to become an agent of change00:28:21 Can our tech be embedded with humanity?00:34:28 Bringing the spirit realm to life with AI00:49:24 Digital creators on a spiritual path01:02:00 What's your compass for authenticity?01:06:58 The cracks that let the light in01:10:15 RIMA: Alchemising experiences into a transformative odyssey01:31:07 Harnessing the power of symbology to rewrite your narrativeTheodore Bajard is an experience designer, art curator, and storyteller specialized in the language of dreams, the subconscious, and its applications to the human psyche. He is using the power of art, poetry and theater to create powerful transformative and immersive experiences. With 10 years of experience as art curator and art dealer in New York and Mexico, his passion has always been to create platforms and containers for artists to connect with an audience in an innovative way, exploring ways to create the future of art.RIMA is a storytelling and artist collective creating fully-realized worlds blurring the lines between fiction and reality. RIMA is using the power of art to transform lives and create cinematic immersive sequences that connect participants to an expansive and vibrant reality. Each experience is remarkably innovative, fostering a fresh outlook, expanding participants' perspectives, and forging unbreakable bonds among people.https://rimaexperience.com/https://www.instagram.com/rimaexperience/https://vimeo.com/849616627?share=copyThanks for listening! Follow us on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok or find us on LinkedIn! Join the ModernMantra.co mailing list here.
Tαnakɛ! Producer Drew goes back on the road to visit the Native American Studies Center in Lancaster, SC. Joined by NASC director Stephen Criswell, assistant curator Sharon Simmers-Norton, artist and designer Alex Osborne, and storyteller and language historian Beckee Garris, Drew learns more about the art, history, and culture of the Catawba in honor of the exhibition Resurgence and Renaissance: Art of the Catawba Nation Since 1973. This episode of Binder podcast is funded in part by SC Humanities, a state program of the National Endowment for the Humanities. This episode is also funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commissionwhich receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts. This episode features excerpts of a performance by the Catawba Men's Drum Group recorded on October 2022, courtesy of the Native American Studies Center. Binder podcast is a production of the Columbia Museum of Art. You can learn more about CMA exhibitions, programs, membership, and more at www.columbiamuseum.org
Known as the greatest master of the Venetian Renaissance, Titian's painting career spanned most of the sixteenth century. This episode aims to give an overview of his life and works, focusing on three paintings from three different genres: an altarpiece, a portrait, and a mythological scene. Just as they represent different genres, the paintings discussed serve as timestamps in his career, marking his earliest masterpiece, the height of his career, and one of his last works. By doing this, Titian's variety of skill and talent is put on full display, sorting through the variances in his style, and how he positions himself as the forerunner of conventional change in European painting. Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ItalianRenShopInstagram: italian_renaissance_podcastGet additional content by becoming a Patron: patreon.com/TheItalianRenaissancePodcast Support the show
The Florida teacher who got fired for showing her class a picture of Michelangelo's David was the first sign of a revival in 'fig leaves'. Not since the Victorian era has the demand for fig leaves - actual and virtual - been so strong, and one South Mimms entrepreneur is cashing in on the big cover up. And there's one twist which will leave Mr. DeSantis wishing he'd never started his campaign of militant prudery.The only university that makes you chuckle AND learn at the same time.
Flemish painter Michaelina Wautier's style was realistic and detailed, with a dark, almost somber color palette. And for a long time, she remained an unknown, even among art historians. Research: Atkins, Christopher D.M. and Jeffrey Muller, editors. “Michaelina Wautier and The Five Senses: Innovation in 17th-Century Flemish Painting.” CNA Studies. December 2022. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. 2022. Atkins, Christopher and Alyssa Trejo. Email correspondence. Center for Netherlandish Art, Museum of Fine Arts Boston. 4/12/2023. “Six Paintings by 17th-Century Artist Michaelina Wautier Sought by Rubens House.” 4/26/2017. https://www.codart.nl/art-works/six-paintings-17th-century-artist-michaelina-wautier-sought-rubens-house/ Dill, Vithória Konzen. “5 Things You Should Know About Michaelina Wautier.” Daily Art Magazine. 1/8/2023. https://www.dailyartmagazine.com/michaelina-wautier/ Esterow, Milton. “For Centuries, Her Art Was Forgotten, or Credited to Men. No More.” New York Times. 12/5/2022. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/02/arts/design/michaelina-wautier-artist-boston.html Kairis, Pierre-Yves. “Interview with Pierre-Yves Kairis.” MAS. https://mas.be/en/page/interview-pierre-yves-kairis Kimball, Jill. “Student-curated MFA Boston exhibition spotlights long-forgotten female Flemish painter.” Brown University. 12/7/2022. https://www.brown.edu/news/2022-12-07/wautier Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien. “Looking at the Overlooked: A live conversation on the life and work of Michaelina Woutier.” Via YouTube. 12/9/2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJArJm9kR7Q “Michaelina Baroque's Leading Lady.” Exhibition pamphlet. 2018. McCouat, Philip. “Forgotten Women Artists #4: Michaelina Wautier: Entering the Limelight After 300 Years.” Journal of Art in Society. 2019. https://www.artinsociety.com/forgotten-women-artists-4-michaelina-wautier-entering-the-limelight-after-300-years.html Museum of Fine Arts Boston. “Michaelina Wautier and ‘The Five Senses'.” https://www.mfa.org/gallery/michaelina-wautier-and-the-five-senses Needleman, Sam. “Michaelina's Boys.” The New York Review. 3/12/2023. https://www.nybooks.com/online/2023/03/12/michaelinas-boys/ Nordenfalk, Carl. “The Five Senses in Late Medieval and Renaissance Art.” Journal of the Warburg and Courtauld Institutes , 1985, Vol. 48 (1985). Via JSTOR. https://www.jstor.org/stable/751209 Van der Stighelen, Katlijne. “CHAPTER 6 Anna Francisca de Bruyns (1604/5–1656), Artist, Wife and Mother: a Contextual Approach to Her Forgotten Artistic Career.” Women and Gender in the Early Modern Low Countries, 2019. Via JSTOR. https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1163/j.ctvrxk3hp.12 Van der Stighelen, Katlijne. “‘Doing justice to an artist no one knows is quite an undertaking'.” Apollo Magazine. 7/2/2018. https://www.apollo-magazine.com/doing-justice-to-an-artist-no-one-knows-is-quite-an-undertaking/ Van der Stighelen, Katlijne. “Michaelina Wautier 1604-1689: Glorifying a Forgotten Talent.” Rubenshuis and BAI Publishers. Translated. 2018. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In the eyes of certain purveyors of religious righteousness, Michelangelo was a pornographer. In today's short essay we learn about a Tallahassee school that fired its principal because three parents complained about that nude sculpture of David by Michelangelo had been included in the curriculum. They called the world's most celebrated sculpture porn, and the principal was gone. Tolerance, or even a semblance of knowledge about the classics was no where to be found. I hope you'll listen.
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Talk Art Christmas Special!!!! We meet the one and only Julian Clary, comedy pioneer, camp icon and bonafide Talk Art hero!!!! BORN TO MINCE!!!!We discuss living with art, the lasting influence of his art teacher and the fine art of Christmas pantomimes! We learn about his interest in the work of Keith Haring, Peter Blake, Jean Cocteau, queer life in the 1980s and his admiration for Noël Coward, Lindsay Kemp and Renaissance Art! We also have an art quiz in the style of Mastermind, to encourage maximum festive drama!!!After studying Drama and English at Goldsmiths College, University of London, Julian Clary began working on the cabaret and alternative comedy scene in the 1980s, first under the alias Gillian Pieface and later as The Joan Collins Fan-club. We reminisce about Fanny the Wonder Dog and Julian's hosting of groundbreaking TV show Sticky Moments with stage sets inspired by painter Marc Chagall, plus his radical stand-up comedy performances on Friday Night Live, which returned in October 2022 for a special, critically acclaimed & award-nominated brand new episode, as part of the 40th anniversary of Channel 4!Julian made his London Palladium debut in 2016 and returns to the stage in 2022! This Christmas join comedy superstars Dawn French and Julian Clary, with Alexandra Burke making her Palladium pantomime debut, as they lead the cast of a brand-new production of Jack and the Beanstalk at London's iconic home of pantomime! Book tickets now: https://palladiumpantomime.com/ or @PalladiumPantoVisit Julian's Instagram: @JulianClaryRenownedHomosexual and his official website: https://JulianClary.co.uk/HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!! Thank you for another amazing year!!! With love, Russell and Robert X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Gold at the Ponte Vecchio to Sandwiches at All'Antico Vinaio to Art at the Uffizi Gallery, Firenze has just about everything a traveler can ask for, but none of these things were my favorite finds!Find out my favorite Historical Finds from Mr. DGMH's latest visit to Florence, Italy!Plus, I started talking about Monks and Saints for some reason... again. Key Topics: Palazzo Pitti, Old Pharmacies, Dominican Monks, and Renaissance Art & History Thanks for listening!Cheers!Support the show here...Patreon Link - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=34398347&fan_landing=trueBe sure to follow DGMH on Instagram @drinkswithgreatminds_podcast and Join the DGMH Facebook group @ "Drinks with Great Men in History"Music:Hall of the Mountain King by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3845-hall-of-the-mountain-kingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artwork by @Tali Rose... Check it out!Support the show