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Episode 315 | Is Marcel Duchamp's Fountain Number One, or Number Two?
Have you ever looked at a toilet and considered it art? Marcel Duchamp certainly did and sparked a debate that still has people wondering the true answer to this day. In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, we will be discussing Marcel Duchamp's Fountain piece, looking into the message that he tried to send with his artwork, and solving the question, "What is art?"?
Music Credit: Pop Summer Inspiration - MikhailovMusic
22:5712/07/2022
Episode 320 | Masterpiece By A Duck???
A Liverpool art lover thought she had bargained a great deal when she was sold a painting for 100 pounds ($105 US dollars) only to find out that a duck did that so-called ‘masterpiece”.
Music Credit:
Happy Days-Stockaudios (https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-happy-day-113985/)
09:1912/07/2022
Episode 302 | A Un-Dadaist look at Dadaism
A rudimentary but sincere look into the Dadaist movement, and how it has affected the world today. Join us as we dive into the origins of dadaism and discuss influences and key players that contributed to the movement. Challenge the conventional and dispute norms in this brief conversation on an artistic and philosophical movement that changed art.
30:2112/07/2022
Episode 321 | "No Ducking Way!"
Is there a restriction on who can create art? Find out in this week's podcast and join our host Lorena on an adventure with guests Ty and Carolyn to explore the boundaries of creation as they discuss a contemporary showpiece created by a duck. In contrast, they discuss the cultural and historical aspects of the 1980s.
Music Sample Credit: Wondershare video editing software.
23:1312/07/2022
Episode 323 | Can Silence be Considered Music?
Ever wondered if silence can be music? In this episode of Exploring Art, we will dive deep into understanding who John Cage was and how his most famous piece was 4 minutes and 33 seconds of silence. The piece developed many controversies because people thought it was a masterpiece or believed it should even be called music. We discuss why people had these conflicting viewpoints, and at the end, you will determine if it's music or not?
Audio source: Chill Hip-hop Vocal Groove by FineTune Music (Adobe Stock)
Webpages used for information credit :
https://johncage.org/
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Sonatas-and-Interludes-for-Prepared-Piano
https://www.pas.org/about/hall-of-fame/john-cage
https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Cage https://www.npr.org/2012/08/30/160327305/33-musicians-on-what-john-cage-communicates
https://www.theartstory.org/artist/cage-john/#:~:text=Cage's%20innovations%20with%20sound%2C%20instrumentation,%2C%20Fluxus%2C%20and%20Conceptual%20art
https://www.classical-music.com/features/works/what-is-the-point-of-john-cage-433/
23:0612/07/2022
Episode 340 | 22 Minutes of 4' 33"
In episode 340 of the Exploring Art Podcast, we discuss the life of one of the most famous and influential composers of the 20th century: John Cage, and more specifically, his most famous piece of music: 4' 33". Tune in for a detailed discussion on whether or not this controversial piece is considered art and just how far someone can push the boundaries of art and music.
22:1212/07/2022
Episode 334 | Plumlicious
How is it that an artist finds their genuine impulse? Tune in as Victoria, Nayla, and Andrew dive into William Carlos William's life and works. Questions arise on the nature of poetry, perceptions, interpretations of poems, and most importantly, why a poem on a plum was even written. Hey, I just met you. This is crazy. The plums in the icebox, I just ate them!
24:2612/07/2022
Episode 338 | The Golden Chained Cat
A bronze cat statue stands at the top of a staircase at Columbia University. Columbia, a private Ivy-League school in New York City, embodies historical value. In this case study, the statue is presumably chained from its neck to the railing to prevent theft. Today, we will have a lengthy discussion about whether this statue should be considered a chained statue of a cat or a statue of a chained cat, as well as how society perceives and admires artwork.
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24:0912/07/2022
Episode 343 | The Missing Piece of 4"33
In the episode of Exploring Art 3, students take on the task of unraveling the missing pieces of John Cage’s 4”33 and exploring questions and discussing amongst themselves the true meaning of the case and the importance of John Cage as a whole.
27:4312/07/2022
Episode 344 | Would It Still Be Considered as Art?
What if someone found the true meaning of the creation of a writing piece? Would that change how we view it? In this episode on Exploring Art, a course for the creatively curious, we will explore the famous work of William Carlos William, dive deep into these questions, and go into how he used this style of writing to express himself.
Music: Warm feeling – Frumhere kevatta – No Copyright Music
25:5512/07/2022
Episode 294 | Mixed Media Magic #1
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, we will discuss the DADA Movement, sonnets, Tom Stoppard, Tristan Tzara, and a LOT of poetry. We hope you enjoy our podcast and learn more about art and poetry!
20:3705/07/2022
Podcast 298 | The Development of Artistic Taste
Is the aesthetic value of art objective or subjective? Find out in this episode of Exploring Art Podcast.
20:0004/07/2022
Episode 297 | What is Considered Art?
Have you ever thought that human beings are considered a work of art? In 1964 Ben Vautier, a French artist known for his text-based paintings had once sat down in the middle of the street in Nice with a placard calling himself art. This episode will discuss whether Ben was fitting that a person could be an artwork. If you’re interested, come along, and listen!
07:5804/07/2022
Episode 286 | The Plums, the Note, and the Art that Came After
Join us on our journey of examining the artwork “This is just to say” by William Carlos Williams. We also explore the imagist movement, the idea of intention in art, and whether animals exhibit the understanding of art. Does art have to be intentional, or can it be accidental?
26:5901/07/2022
Episode 300 | Cage’d in 4’ 33
Immerse yourself in this podcast as we immerse ourselves into an analysis of John Cage’s legendary music, 4’33!
Music: This Is How It Feels (Instrumental) by Mondays (epidemicsound.com)
24:0501/07/2022
Episode 292 | Let's Take A Quack At It
Have you ever wondered how far art could go? This creative thinking made for the curious can be seen within the Exploring Arts Podcast, a Florida International University production. In this episode, host Victoria is joined with Leslie and Joel to explore a modern masterpiece created by a duck. Throughout, they compare themes, concepts, and viewpoints to understand the 1983 story of Mrs. Gledhill and Ernest Cleverley. By the end, the audience will discover what Mrs. Gledhill should know about art when thinking about the painting and plausible reasons for removing it from her home.
Music Sample Credit: Mano-Mars; Filmora video editing software
21:1001/07/2022
Episode 291 | "Illuminating the Philosophical Essence of Art"
In any given instance, humans are always asking questions. Ranging from simple surface ponders to the intense challenging of a subject's core. And these very philosophical queries make the vastness of art no exception. With its grand abstract form that evokes spiraling loops of conversation, one can't help but give their take on it. In this episode, we will examine what makes something a work of art through the questions asked and the stances taken by sociologist Theodore Adorno.
19:3801/07/2022
Episode 293 | Don’t trust a man with two first names.
In this episode of Exploring Art, we will discuss the work of William Carlos Williams, driving deep into his lifetime accomplishments and work process.
19:5201/07/2022
Episode 309 | Discussing Minimalist Art
In this episode, we discuss minimalism at the Tate Gallery. And the dilemma behind a pile of bricks.
Music Title: Dear Autum by Iksonmusic.
12:3301/07/2022
Episode 290 | How Art and Poetry sparked such a movement to end a War.
What can be considered Poetry? Many poets and active listeners question this same thing daily. When the world was full of criticism, hate, opinions, and pressure, a particular style of poetry came about. Not only creating its name but also its societal movement, which had such an impact on halting and trying to pause WWI. Tune into this episode of our podcast, in which we will discuss and shed light on this exciting and unique topic that left such an impact and mark on history regarding the societal movement in art.
32:4701/07/2022
Episode 310 | The Plums
In today's podcast of Exploring Art Podcast, we will be referring to the poem by William Carlos Williams. "This is just to say" and solving what difference if any, should it make if the public found out that the poem was never meant to be published, as it was only a letter left on his friend's fridge after eating all the plums."
21:3701/07/2022
Episode 305 | Plum's Intentions
Hey podcast listeners!!, this podcast is for everyone interested in art. In this episode, we will be discussing a "poem" about forgiveness and desires. Tune in to find two different perspectives on the author's real intentions.
23:0501/07/2022
Episode 308 | 26’38”
If you are even mildly curious about what a 4 minutes and 33 seconds of a so-called “silent” performance entail and the following breakdown, this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, we look into the case of American percussion composer and visual artist John Cage, particularly interested in his highly controversial composition titled 4’33”. We look at who he was and why he was so crucial in the art world.
With an in-depth look into the question “what is art?”, we try to apply the concepts discussed to give an opinion on whether or not Cage’s 4’33” is, in fact, a work of art, as well as whether or not it can be considered a piece of music.
This “silent” performance of 4’33” has encountered great controversy over time since its first performance in 1952, so follow along and answer the questions for yourself as we look into this case.
26:3830/06/2022
Episode 288 | Duchamp’s Controversial Piece of Work
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, join us for a comprehensive and detailed discussion on the intricacies of Marcel Duchamp's Fountain piece. A controversial and artistically groundbreaking work deserving of its very own episode!
20:1430/06/2022
Episode 296 | Liverpool's Best Artist Is A Duck?!?!
In today's podcast, Sofiya, Tayjah, and Damian discuss an interesting case study. A woman buys a painting from a duck!? In this podcast, you will dive deep into the culture and geography of Liverpool, England, and learn exciting facts about politics and music. You will also hear a discussion on what is considered art and its philosophies. Listen now on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, or any app of your preference, and remember to stay curious!
Music:
Title: Playful Chill Pop
Audio Source - Adobe Stock Music
Adobe Stock Asset ID: #508722095
23:1530/06/2022
Episode 299 | The Case of the Captive Cat
Delve deep into the case of the captive cat located at Columbia University. With untold theories and myths that will uncover the meaning behind the art piece. We feature two art history students, Nicole and Cody, from Florida International University.
28:4430/06/2022
Episode 304 | Dada: Finding Meaning in the Absurd
The Dada art movement is regarded as a reactionary art movement in the early 20th century. During this, Tom Stoppard, a British playwright, created the play Travesties. In the play, Tristan Tzara creates a Dada poem that ignites a couple of essential questions about Dadaism and of the works themselves. Join us, Victor Alvarez, Joselys Llanes, and Francisco Mederos, as we tackle the essential questions about Dadaism and its sense of originality.
Music Credit:
All the music used in the recording is original work created by me, Victor Alvarez, and it is unpublished.
14:0129/06/2022
Episode 287 | "Tout est Art, Everything is Art"
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast join our host Noelle and special guest Fatima who will explore Ben Vautier's statement that he is an art and everything is art.
20:4429/06/2022
Episode 295 | "Did You Know You're Art?"
Join us on this episode of the Exploring Art podcast where we will discuss Ben Vautier’s philosophy on art and how he tried to change the public perception of art.
15:2329/06/2022
Episode 282 | Cezanne’s Mountain
Discussion on Cezanne’s special spot, Mont Sainte-Victoire, and a full comparison of Rembrandt’s portraits.
11:5018/04/2022
Episode 258 | How Real is Realism?
In today's episode, we will be discussing if inaccurate realistic art can be meaningful, specifically Raphael's Acts of the Apostles.
Miles Ahead - Lounge Jazz - Royalty Free Music by Danya Vodovoz
22:0107/04/2022
Episode 284 | Unraveling Art with Tee & Ray
For a long time, art has been a way of communicating. How can one communicate if you don’t know the meaning behind the piece? Today we talk about a few details known in art history, its meaning, and the importance of understanding what you are looking at.
18:2007/04/2022
Episode 272 | A Critic's Guide to Art: Photograph or Portraits?
Our podcast will be covering Socrates, Rembrandt, and Alfred Stieglitz. Rembrandt and Alfred Stieglitz both created portraits in their chosen mediums, and we will be debating who made the better portrait of the philosopher.
14:0207/04/2022
Episode 280 | Finding Sanctity with Michelangelo Caravaggio.
During the 15th and 16th centuries, Europe was undergoing a Renaissance, where a newfound appreciation for antiquity allowed artists to express the idealized virtues of a transforming society. As the Renaissance period gave way to the Baroque, themes of humanism and naturalism remained strong. Still, a new wave of artists rejected the typical bombast of established masters for subdued depictions of their subjects. This episode examines Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio’s 17th-century painting Conversion on the Way to Damascus. It fits the shift between Renaissance and Baroque and addresses criticism from later influential art critics and cultural historians.
20:1807/04/2022
Episode 260 | The Conversion of St. Paul Controversy.
Are you interested in Art but only have twenty minutes a day? Well, This is the podcast for you! Exploring Art is a podcast that will give you short but concise explanations of moments in Art. This specific episode talks about Caravaggio’s life and how his painting “The Conversion of St. Paul” created controversy among several art critics. Join our host Cheilan and panelists Maria and Janet, who will debate the origin of the painting and the various points of view about the work. You will be able to create your own opinion based on all the information provided. Exploring Art offers listeners the ability to become art experts in twenty minutes.
18:4207/04/2022
Episode 265 | Is it essential to know the story or symbolization of a work of art to understand what the artist wanted to express?
Today's podcast was about "The Great Eastern Temple"; our group had a panel discussion where we gave our opinions about how to help American viewers appreciate its 1986 exhibition of Japanese Buddhist art from Todaiji. The Chicago Art Institute produced a catalog called The Great Eastern Temple, which explained the religious views of the period.
21:0107/04/2022
Episode 279 | Exploring art: The Creative, the Skeptical, and the Holy
Welcome all artistically curious! Join us, fellow art enthusiasts, as we explore the relationship between religion and art. Expand your horizons as we discuss how your knowledge of one can help you appreciate the other. Stay tuned as we debate whether a belief is necessary or not to appreciate religious works from a variety of cultures.
22:1206/04/2022
Episode 276 | Cezanne and the Recurrent Mountain
For this episode, we will explore Cezanne’s life and style. His inspiration after painting MONT-SAINTE-VICTOIRE over 60 times. We hope you enjoy it and don’t forget to stay curious.
20:0606/04/2022
Episode 255 | The Great Eastern Temple, How Knowledge of Buddhism and History Affects the Meaning of Art
Join Jonathan and Alejandro as they have an insightful discussion on The Great Eastern Temple. They discuss the significance of understanding the history and context behind the art and sculptures within The Great Eastern Temple. This episode covers some of the importance of the iconography within Buddhist sculptures and how a knowledge of history can help grasp the significance of many of the Buddhist statues from The Great Eastern Temple.
25:3106/04/2022
Episode 273 | Photograph or Portrait: Pick your Poison!
Welcome to today’s episode with host Jonathan and guests Olivia and Jania! We are excited to discuss photography vs. portraits, Rembrandt, Socrates, Alfred Stieglitz, and more. Join us for an open, opinionated, and curious episode of Exploring Art.
23:4906/04/2022
Episode 271 | The Original Influencer
Winter and Pablo dive into the lives and works of artists in the past, discussing their intentions, motifs, and even their customs. Stay and listen as they share their opinions based on research and analysis taken directly from reliable sources, such as the "joy of museums" website and many more!
20:2205/04/2022
Episode 256 |Making a Mountain out of a Mole Hill
In this episode, Kenneth, Anisha, and Osian come together to share their thoughts on the importance of finding your style as an artist, what inspires other artists, and what we can learn from those who have come before us.
22:1105/04/2022
Episode 278 | THE NONBELIEVER: NEVER HAVING LOVED; NEVER HAVING PRAYED
Never Having Loved; Never Having Prayed. In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, Breanah, Victor, and Yoheved discuss whether or not nonbelievers can understand religious art. Is the theologian right about what nonbelievers can understand of sacred art? Join them on this riveting episode as they explore topics such as religion, belief, imitation, and interpretation.
24:2205/04/2022
Episode 264 | Exploring African functional art with Victor & Moises
In today's episode, we will be exploring functional art from deep within the heart of Nigeria's Boki region. Specifically, we will break down the subtle meanings between two masks with a rich culture from the area. Please find out more about how we perceive functional artworks today with Victor Murillo and Moises Jimenez!
21:1005/04/2022
Episode 263 | Does a self-portrait truly portray one’s self?
Join us today to discuss what the self means when it comes to art. If you had to pick a portrait of Socrates by Rembrandt or a photograph of Socrates, which would you choose? I know this looks overwhelming… so join us and embark on our journey as we analyze Socrates, Rembrandt, Stieglitz, and their role in the meaning of self.
20:5005/04/2022
Episode 267 | Rafael's Apostles versus Joshua Reynolds
In this episode of our podcast, we will discuss the representation of the Apostles on the “Act of Apostles” tapestry by the famous Italian artist Raphael, according to Reynolds's following statement. "In all of the pictures in which Raphael has represented the apostles, he has drawn them with great nobleness; he has given them as much dignity as the human figure is capable of receiving; yet we are expressly told in scripture they had no such respectable appearance; and of Saint Paul, in particular, we are told by himself, that his bodily presence was mean." Raphael represented St. Paul as noble and with such dignity, but the history behind St. Paul is not as noble as Raphael wanted to show us. Why did Raphael that? What did Raphael intend to express? Please play Rafael's Apostles versus Joshua Reynolds podcast if you want to know the answer.
Music: FASHION CHILL POP VLOG by FineTune Music
20:1805/04/2022
Episode 275 | All Things Zen in Japanese Buddhist Art
Gemma, Caryn, and Darielis observe "The Great Eastern Temple," the latest catalog in the Chicago Art Institute, and discuss the influence of Buddhism on Japanese art and the significance of this period.
21:2305/04/2022
Episode 257 | Gender Reveal! A Pink Brush on a Blue Canvas.
Historians unveil the truth behind two prolific paintings! Can a woman have painted such a piece? Gender bias among the art critics? Today we discuss "the weakness of the feminine hand" and how cultural bias can lead to unjust criticism. Stay tuned, and stay curious.
Intro and Outro Music: Snowprints by Valante
24:2105/04/2022
Episode 261 | Raphael- Still the Realistic Deal.
In this episode, we will be unraveling how the artist Raphael depicts the apostles as “noble” and why he has given them such high “dignity”. We will be discussing how meaningful inaccurate art with realistic content can be controversial at times. We will be providing some background on Raphael the artist and Sir Joshua Reynolds as we analyze the artwork they have created regarding the apostles and their representation of them.
20:4505/04/2022
Episode 285 | The Three Buddhist
In this episode, the three of us discussed topics on the 1986 exhibition of Japanese Buddhist art from Todaiji. The Chicago Art Institute produced a catalog called The Great Eastern Temple which explained the religious views of the period. We brought up several topics, including the importance of being open-minded, different perspectives from different cultures or religions, and how today's world is growing in understanding other views.
21:2005/04/2022