The ArtCurious Podcast is an art history series revealing the stories behind works of art. But listeners should expect something other than a lecture about the history of individual artworks. It's more like a true crime podcast that shares revelations about artists and their work. Did Van Gogh die by suicide or murder? Who were the most significant rivalries in the art world? This program has thoughts.
Jennifer Dasal hosts the podcast. She is a modern art curator with two decades of experience in art history. She doesn't want listeners to remember art from when they visited a gallery as a kid. Jennifer wants them to remember the stories that make art exciting and entertaining.
From Matisse to Dali, listeners may discover something new about each inspiring artist. Jennifer includes interviews with experts and news updates from the art world. There are bonus episodes, such as "The Art of Crime." These podcast episodes focus on the relationship between crime and art.
One season has the theme of modern love, exploring artists' relationships. Jennifer explores those between Dorothea Tanning and Max Ernst. She also discusses Dora Maar and Pablo Picasso's relationship. Remedios Varo and Gerardo Lizarraga are the artists in question in one episode. The artist Remedios met the painter Gerardo, and they married in 1930. Being married gave Remedios more freedom, and she could experiment as a surrealist. What follows is an intriguing tale involving exile and a photo that may have saved someone's life.
Not all episodes are about the artists themselves. Author Michael Finkel joins to talk about "The Art Thief." It's the story of Stéphane Breitwieser, who stole over 300 pieces of artwork over eight years. What's fascinating about the story is that Stéphane didn't steal to make money. He kept each item preserved in a secret room for his admiration. Jennifer admits to understanding this desire to preserve beautiful pieces of art.
The ArtCurious Podcast is on a mission to make art history fascinating for its listeners. Jennifer explores art with passion, talking to experts and investigating different themes. Art lovers may appreciate this biweekly podcast.
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