EXPLORING ART

A course for the creative curious!

Episode 528 | Unveiling the Installations of Christo

elve into the world of renowned artist Christo, where imagination and reality converge in breathtaking installations. Discover the awe-inspiring vision behind Christo's iconic works, as he reimagines landscapes and structures through the transformative power of art. Explore the profound impact of his artistic legacy and the enduring allure of his monumental creations that leave an indelible mark on the art world.

07-14
29:16

Group 179 | The Rebirth of Alexander & Venus

An inside discussion on the backgrounds of Venus and Alexander the Great and their impacts on art throughout history. Listen In for our case study on if Alexander actually did kill the Minotaur.

12-02
20:27

Episode 630 | Discovering Williams: The World of 'This Is Just to Say

Come discover the inventive 20th century American poet, William Carlos Williams in a panel discussion with Madeline , Daniel , and Nicole ,as we dive into his life works and the important contributions he made to the linguistic arts wold

10-21
19:29

Episode 670 | Long-term Positive Effects of Art on Human Health

This episode will talk about how Art has several Long-term Positive Effects on Human Health that encapsule the emotional and physical realm. We dive into many studies and also into Monroe Beardsley’s works to give support to our claim.

09-21
18:00

Episode 668 | Beardsley’s In The Mind

This episode explores the intriguing world of aesthetics and its unexpected links to mental health and well-being. In this podcast, your host, Mumtahena, will lead a discussion with Kanoe and Dem as they delve into complex theories of the famous philosopher of aesthetics, Monroe Beardsley. Through this discussion, they aim to shed light on how Beardsley's art therapy framework may help improve one’s mental health. 

09-21
23:22

Episode 653 | Conversation in Art

In this episode we discuss Vincent Van Gogh. We express opinion and share facts on his life, his career and his greatest works. Most specifically we talk about The Night Café, One of his most interesting works which he claims to be his worst.

09-21
50:25

Episode 652 | The Art and Science of Bird Beauty

Welcome to “The art and science of bird beauty," wherehost Emilio is joined by special guests Khoudia and Me. In this episode, we dive deep into the mesmerizing worldof beauty and mate selection. Together, we unravel the mof avian aesthetics, examining how birds perceive andbeauty in their quest for love and reproduction. From theextravagant plumage of peacocks, we uncover the secondavian allure. Join us for an engaging conversation aboutart, science, and the beauty of the natural world, featuringEmilio and special guests Khoudia and Melanie.

09-21
38:02

Episode 664 | Gladys and her Aesthetic Therapy

In this installment of the Exploring Art podcast, we will be discussing Monroe Beardsley’s Aesthetics and how they can play a role in improving well-being and mental health!

09-20
16:46

Episode 656 | Was Van Gogh’s Art Actually Ugly?

Van Gogh described his painting The Night Cafe as the one of the ugliest he had ever done. We explore whether or not this is true, why it is or isn’t true, and what the artist’s intention was.

09-20
17:33

Episode 654 | Beauty Within the Feather

During this segment of the podcast, we delve into the intriguing world of beauty, examining the parallels of physical allure in both humans and birds at a collegiate level. We further unpack the essence of attractiveness and explore the underlying reasons that captivate us. Join us for an insightful discussion on beauty in harmony with nature!

09-20
33:59

Episode 659 | What is The Meaning of Ugly in Art?

Our episode embarks on a mission to discover if an artwork can truly be ugly, and how does that translate to an audience. We dig deeper into the works of Vincent Van Goh, who has many emotionally charged works that evoke deep contemplation about seemingly ugly ideas and dark emotions. From the work of Julia, Arsema, and myself, Delaney, we will get to the bottom of Vincent’s mission as an artist and determine if his works are literally ugly, or metaphorically ugly.

09-19
30:41

Episode 669 | Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

A deep dive into the subjectiveness andobjectiveness of beauty and aestheticexperiences throughout art.

09-19
22:47

Episode 662 | Beardsley and therapeutic art

Today Jason and Isabella talk about art and itstherapeutic abilities using Beardsley as a point ofreference.

09-19
24:28

Episode 660 | Exploring Aesthetics in Humans and Birds

In our discussion, we delve into the visual allure of species such as tanagers and peacocks, examining the capacity of female birds to discern the aesthetic qualities of their male counterparts. To frame our analysis, we employ the principles of situational aesthetics in conjunction with established standards of objective beauty.

09-19
20:00

Episode 657 | Beauty in Nature: Exploring Avian Aesthetics

Dive into this episode as Franchesca, Soo, and Santi explore the reasons behind male birds having beautiful plumage and how it helps them attract their future mates!

09-19
19:08

Episode 655 | The Night Cafe and Ugliness in Art

Hector and Branco critically examine "The Night Café" and contend that its aesthetic appeal may be more refined than Van Gogh's personal assessment suggested.

09-19
15:04

Episode 649 | Eyes of the Beholder: Seeing the Bigger Picture

Explore this episode’s enigmatic allure of picturesque beauty as we unravel its historical influence and dual linguistic origins. We have invited Lauren, Jean, and Hunter, and together, they will dive into the essence of picturesque beauty, its history, and influence and even bring examples to discuss, compare, and contrast. Was Nathaniel Willis right in suggesting that picturesque landscapes resemble beautiful paintings, or does their true beauty lie in the creative act of observation? Join us as we delve into this captivating concept’s French and Italian roots, sparking a debate that transcends language and delves deep into the essence of beauty itself.

09-19
36:01

Episode 647 | The Beautiful, the Ugly and the Debatable

In this podcast episode, Isabella, Macarena and Ashley debate how one defines beauty and how their personal definition impacts how they view art. 

09-19
39:13

Episode 645 | Solving the Picturesque

In this episode Fabiana , David , andAngel answer questions to work out the meaningof picturesque

09-19
28:51

Episode 661 | Art as a Remedy: Exploring a Counselor's Prescription for Sophomore Struggles

In this episode we explore what art therapy is, the origins of it, and the many ways that experiencing art can improve the life of anyone.

09-18
30:14

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