Alexander Calder was an influential sculptor of his days. He accomplished plenty with his circus-themed and abstract wire mobiles. However, near the end of his life, he had encountered a peculiar altercation with the city of Pittsburg.  After his artwork was bought and donated, it was modified far beyond his original vision. It was until his death that the original piece was restored to its former glory. At least a part of it. On Exploring Art Podcast today, we explore the nature of intellectual property and discuss the life, as well as, the accomplishments of Alexander Calder.

In this podcast, we got to know who Jackson Pollock was and how his art has contributed to his debatable fame. We talked about whether it was right for Dr. Henderson, if it even was him, to publicly reveal Jackson's painting even though his widow, Lee Krasner, wanted it to be private. We were also able to discuss our viewpoints and whether we would agree if his painting should've been publicized. 

The Ghent Altarpiece is an extensive and highly detailed polyptych or multi-paneled altarpiece, that was created by the Flemish artist Jan van Eyck and his brother Hubert van Eyck in the early 15th century. The altarpiece is considered to be one of the most important works of art from the Northern Renaissance. In the late nineteenth century, the Berlin Museum, which then owned part of the paintings belonging to the Ghent Altarpiece, separated the painted fronts of these panels from their backs, which were also painted, by sawing them apart. This harsh measure was intended to facilitate the exhibition of the panels and their inspection by an art-loving public. But it also served to obscure the fact that the panels were created as ecclesiastical objects for display in a church, and to stress their character simply as art.

In this Podcast, we will inquire a little about the life and work of this phenomenal artist known in the art world for his unique skill in his bold and gestural brushstrokes and drops, Jackson Pollock. Moreover, we talked about who was Dr. Henderson and Lee Krasner. How did these characters influence the life of Jackson Pollock? Certainly, at the time of this American artist, given the situation of conflict and battle they were going through, mental health experts designed people's behavior to help them and address any psychological problem.

 Jackson Pollock was a highly influential American painter who played a significant role in the abstract expressionist movement. His unique painting style, which involved pouring or dripping paint onto a canvas placed on the floor, created dynamic and energetic works of art that invited viewers to immerse themselves in the painting's movement and texture. Pollock's relationship with Dr. Joseph Henderson and his marriage to Lee Krasner were also essential parts of his artistic journey. Despite his struggles with alcohol addiction, Pollock's artistic output was prolific, and his influence can still be seen in contemporary art today. Music: "Minimal Ambient" Audio Source: MusicRevolution Adobe Stick Asset ID: #582093489

In this episode, we will be discussing Case Study: The Color of Pittsburgh, by Alexander Calder, a Pittsburgh native. The American sculptor grew up as a scrappy engineer with an artist's heart. His masterpiece "Pittsburgh" was the center of discussion for it's controversial repainting. With two sides arguing their relative correctness, we will explore the facts behind the controversial repainting of a sculpture created in the 50s, which was later donated to the Larger Pittsburgh area airport. The debate comes down to the property and intellectual rights of an artist and their dictation in the artwork. The panel will discuss and buttress their arguments in order to answer the questions about artist autonomy and the monetization of artwork. Join us for a discussion on The Color of Pittsburgh.  

In this episode, we discuss the Ghent Altarpiece that was created in 1432 by two brothers ,Jan van Eyck and Hubert van Eyck. This episode takes you on a journey on how the art piece was lost, stolen, and sought after by many because of its rich history and meaning that gave it value. But after being in so many hands throughout history, someone was bound to mistreat it. Berlin museum sawed it in half to and put it on display for the world. Here we will be discussing whether or not this controversial splitting is a mistreatment of a religious piece or if it was a necessary evil to portray the significance of the altarpiece.

n episode 471 of The Exploring Art Podcast, FIU students Ethan, Cody, and Gabrielle will discuss a controversial topic: altering of an artwork. The group discusses the autonomy of an artwork and the history of Alexander Calder’s mobile Pittsburgh. If you’re looking for candid interviews and humorous discussions from eager learners you’re at the right place. The group begs the question for deeper thought.. who has autonomy over an artwork? The artist? The purchaser? The artwork itself? Tune in to episode 471 for all the details!...

Imagine yourself as a director of a museum in America, you are looking to purchase priceless Mayan art to add to your Pre-Columbian collection and are offered the opportunity to purchase an ancient Mayan sculpture. Unfortunately, you discover that the sculpture was stolen and smuggled into America. What choice will you make? Do you purchase the stolen art and break the law, or do you refuse the purchase and have the sculpture along with other priceless artifacts destroyed? In our podcast we will help the listener gain a greater knowledge of Pre- Columbian culture, along with their gods and the art that they created to teach future generations. Along with this, we will discuss and reach a conclusion on the stolen art dilemma.

This podcast episode focuses on the history of Pittsburg and the enchanting art behind it. We dig into well-known artist, Alexander Calder and his most famous piece of art. We also discuss some of our own opinions on some important events that took place in regard to his most popular piece of art. 

In this podcast, we touch the topic on the importance of art on display, regardless of religion and we go into detail about the Ghent Altarpiece and its very interesting story during the world war. We go into the details of the art piece and its symbolism.  FUNK GROOVE HORNS CATCHY_ adobe stock 

The Van Eyck Brother's 1432 Ghent Altarpiece, also known as "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" is widely regarded as a masterpiece and one of the most influential paintings ever created. This masterpiece was sawn out of its original place "The Ghent Cathedral" and was placed in the Berlin Museum. Today, we discuss whether religious art like this should be displayed and how we feel about its treatment.   

One of the most renowned sculptors of modern history, compared to the likes of Renaissance sculptors, faced scrutiny over one of his sculptures at a college campus over nudity; was the controversy warranted?

n this episode, we discuss if a gymnast sculpture created by Joe Brown was best if both private areas of the woman and man were covered instead of just the man.

The podcast was based on the conciliation that we can experience with the works such as, the Ghent Altarpiece, transporting the listener to a feel Western artistic and religious world.

In this video, we discuss Jackson Pollock’s life as well as the artwork he was able to create and have the courage to disclose to his therapist. Not only that, but we also give our opinions on whether it was ethical for therapist Dr. Henderson to sell the paintings after Pollock’s wife had passed away knowing that she would not want his paintings to be shown to the public.

Our podcast will show how we don’t agree on the fact whether the Berlin Museum mistreated the Ghent Altarpiece by displaying it in public.

Join Ignacia and Maria on an exciting exploration of the fascinating history of the Ghent Altarpiece. Learn how this European masterpiece catapaulted a new age of religious-inspired art. Discover new ways to conceptualize the role of religion in art. 

In this episode, we explore a difficult ethical dilemma faced by a museum director who is offered the opportunity to purchase an important Mayan sculpture for their museum's Pre-Columbian collection. The sculpture, however, has been stolen and smuggled into the country.The director must decide whether to break the law and purchase the sculpture to preserve it in their museum or to let it be lost forever. This decision poses a moral dilemma as purchasing stolen art can encourage pillaging of artworks, but not preserving the sculpture could lead to its destruction.Join us as we delve into this complex issue and attempt to answer the question: what should the director do in this situation? Should they break the law and encourage the pillaging of artworks, or let the work be forever lost to the world?"The Art of Thievery" brings you the stories behind the stolen art, the people who steal it, and those who seek to recover it. Tune in to explore the world of stolen art with us.Music was provided by Youtube’s Free To Use House Music.(@)

The Ghent Altarpiece is our case study, and we talked about the Berlin Museum and more detailed information about the Ghent Altarpiece.

Humans express their feelings and beliefs in multiple forms. Art is one of those. Some have been created exclusively for artistic purposes. Others have been intended to fulfill some specific function initially. But few of them have been created with such magnificence that they have become some of the most treasured pieces of art in history. Artworks such as the Ghent Altarpiece have immortalized the essence and culture of their time and have marked a turning point in arts history.

Welcome to the "Exploring Art" podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of art. On this episode, we will be joined by our host: Rohan, accompanied by the experts: David And Trevor. They will dive deep today into the lost beauty of Mayan art, and how it has recently been tainted by the ugliness of reality. Today, they discuss why and how to keep these exotic pieces of Mayan art safe from corruption & theft - with a multi-pronged approach and expert opinion.Music: teodholina - calm chill beautiful (ROYALTY FREE)

During this podcast we discussed the the life and history of Joe brown and got into a pretty interesting conversation discussing the controversy of one of his memorable sculptures. 

Going back to the 20th century there was a quirky and imaginative artist who brought whimsy and movement to the world of sculpture. He also transformed the traditional static art form into a playful and dynamic experience. This artist was Alexander Calder! He was most famous, particularly for his "Mobile Pittsburgh,".It is a unique expression of his artistic vision and a reflection of the time and place in which it was created. However, this artwork which was originally black and white was painted green and gold when it was donated by a private collector to Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. This issue was seen as destroying its historical value since it was made without Calder’s consent.  Music: Royalty/Copyright Free- honey jam lofi aesthetic music Artist-Massobeats

In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, the topic of Jackson Pollock and his last drawings was brought up. We discussed an artist whose deepest thoughts and darkest emotions were embodied in a series of private and personal drawings and how the person who was trusted with them decided that these drawings should be published against the wishes of the wife. The ethics and values of this topic were discussed and evaluated in this episode.

Religious display as art has long been a contentious subject, and people's perspectives on it rely greatly on their cultural background, religious beliefs, and personal values. In this podcast, we talk about the highly controversial Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb. It has been the target of thefts, controversies, and a variety of ideas over the years. The theft of several of the panels by Nazi forces during World War II, which sparked a multidecade hunt for the missing pieces, is possibly the most well-known of these. Listen to this podcast to learn more about this extremely fascinating and rich work of art.

Today on Exploring art, we will discuss Pre-Colombian Mayan art and its historic significance. We will also touch on the topics of art theft and smuggling. These things happen more often than we would like to think, and many artifacts in museums you can visit today may have a darker history than you would expect. So what do you think, does history come with a price tag?

Today in our group we discussed the Ghent Altarpiece. We discussed what the art piece is, where it is located, other facts about the piece, whether religious art is okay to be displayed, and if the Berlin museum mistreated the altarpiece.

Our case study is 5.11 which talks about an artist that clothed a nude sculpture to avoid vandalism. The decision by the artist Joe Brown ended up being a very controversial one. This is an extremely interesting case study so make sure to pay attention and listen until the end!

In this episode, we will explore the life and legacy of Jackson Pollock, whose artworks had a controversial outcome upon his death. We will discuss his relations with his wife and his doctor who both had important roles in his life. During our discussion, we will talk about significant psychological developments that happened during this time and how they affected Pollock before, during, and after his life ended. We hope you enjoy this episode and don’t forget to like and subscribe. 

On todays episode, we tackle Jackson Pollock and his artwork done for therapy with Dr. Henderson, his analyst. We discuss the rights and wrongs of what happened to his 43 pieces of art done for therapy as well as his life, work, and wife, Lee Krasner. Did Jackson Pollock's analyst have a right to do what he did with his work, or should he have listened to Lee Krasner? Find out what we think on today's podcast.

This is a podcast, dedicated to the art history of a sculptor, Joe Brown, and a discussion of the technical use of bronze in sculptures. When viewing Brown's larger-than-life bronze of two gymnasts, both sculptures should have been nude, but as a response to feminist complaints. The male is placed on a pedestal and is covered in shorts to protect his anatomy while the woman is unclothed and held high over his head in a dramatic handstand. What should have Joe Brown done instead? Should affection for aesthetic qualities be an issue? Should both be clothed or unclothed? Listen to this podcast that will capture an amazing discussion of Joe Brown’s background and why he would’ve done this in the first place.

In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, students Rommy and Carlos discuss the conversation of ethics, morality, and aesthetics in regards to the case of Jackson Pollock. After the artist’s death, Pollock’s psychologist, Dr. Henderson, sold various drawings created by the artist used in his therapy session despite the opposition from Pollock’s wife to have them displayed. Was this ethical? Should these drawings have even been sold in the first place? These questions and more are discussed at large within this podcast episode.

When offered a valuable and historical art piece, a museum director may believe they’ve just hit the jackpot. However, this expensive and unique piece happens to be a stolen and illegally imported from the Mayan Culture. Should the director keep the piece which will add on value and increase revenue to the museum, or follow ethical rules? 

We break down some of the implications surrounding the sculpture "Two Athletes" by Joe Brown. Taking into account different perspectives on this controversial sculpture from gender politics to more mundane concerns, we look at some of the considerations the artist may have faced when designing this larger-than-life bronze. Join Naomie and Giovanni on an exploration of this 20 foot tall expression of athleticism and how underwear may have gotten in the way of a true masterpiece. The Music Credit is as indicated above:Song Title: Hard Way To Be BetterArtist: Sline

On today's episode of Exploring Art Podcast myself, Yvette, and Markus discussed the life and legacy of the great American Artist, Jackson Pollock. The creator of the Drip Technique in art, a role model to many, one who struggled with many hardships throughout his life. We talked about how his widow, Lee Krasner, had wishes of destroying his work following his passing and how she did not agree with selling the work to galleries around the states.

In this episode, we pose an interesting ethical dilemma regarding stolen Mayan art and what some of us would do in positions of authority. Join us in our discussion and ask yourself, what would you do?

Alexander Calder was known for his grand sculptures and abstract art. In 1958, Calder unveils his latest sculpture, a 28x28 foot mobile called "Pittsburgh." Calder being a Philadelphia native, constructed this mobile from aluminum and iron to be representative of the state’s industrial-heavy history. After its debut at the 1958 Carnegie International exhibition, it was bought by a private collector and donated to Allegheny Country, who then installed it in the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport. It is all down-hill from here, the county executives defaced the sculpture by painting it green and yellow along with altering the immobilizing the "mobile" and adding a motor to make it move once again. Calder was outraged with what they had done to his creation, county executives settled on painting the mobile Calder Red, but after diluting the paint too much it turned out pink! It then took about 34 years after its debut to be returned to its original glory as a black and white mobile made of aluminum and iron.

 Join us on FIU’s Exploring Art Podcast as we discuss one of Joe Brown’s famous and controversial sculptures, Gymnasts (Two Athletes) (1969). We explore how social norms affect the audience’s interpretation of an art piece and the artist’s intentions. Our main message: an artist’s original vision should never be obstructed.

How controversial can a sculpture of two athletes of the opposite sex be? Who will be depicted as stronger? The man or woman? And finally, how can we craft an artistic piece without being judged by the feminist movement? Even though many athletes, regardless of their sex, may seem to be stronger than others, altering their proportions when it comes to sculpting and leaving women as small as they are may seem is not the best way to go. Joe Brown and his sculpture of two athletes made for the 1936 Summer Olympics is a great example to study these concerns and nudity issues. The woman is not only smaller than the man but it is shown naked, unlike the man who is dressed. Feminists have raised a flag over the issue of inequality, and we have joined the debate to support them with further evidence. My classmate Eric, Madelaine,  and I have come together to discuss the matter in a few minutes, considering design elements like symmetry, scale, and proportion, plus social standards and moral values in our society.

In this episode, we dive deep into the life of Jackson Pollock, his battles, and how therapy changed his life while influencing the art world immensely. Jackson Pollock demonstrated his talent over the years through his artwork. Eventually, some of this was given to his therapist at a time when therapy was slightly questionable. We tackle the controversial debate of whether Pollock’s therapist or widower had the right idea for the future of his art. The trials and tribulations the artist faced through addiction and emotional distress are also discussed. His artwork has been presented in art galleries throughout the decades and illustrates the impact his work and style have had and will continue to have.

Family is not necessarily always our cloth of tears or confidants; other people dress in white coats and want to help the same or otherwise different from the family. This podcast speaks on the relationship between Pollock and his doctor and how his doctor wanted to help Pollock even after his death.

Joe Brown, a well-known athletic sculptor from Princeton, New Jersey, created a larger-than-life bronze of two gymnasts for Temple University in Philadelphia. The man figure, dressed in clothes with both feet on the pedestal, does a dramatic handstand with the unclothed girl high over his head. In response to feminist objections that the sexes are unequal in his work, Mr. Brown stated that he originally meant both figures to be naked. Still, a naked guy at street level in a city would attract vandals to spray paint or decorate it in other ways, so he added the shorts. In this episode, we will discuss what we think of this statue and its influence on society.  Music: "Somewhere In The Mountains" By: Storyblocks

In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast, Mia, Nicole, and Nathalia debate this question: If you were a museum director and were offered a smuggled yet valuable piece of pre-Columbus Mayan art, would you purchase it? Or let the opportunity go in the name of the law, even if it meant the work might be lost forever?

Two students at FIU describe evidence-based information about an exciting topic that embarks on several different categories: art. In this episode, the students summarize the Ghent Altarpiece and all other information associated with the piece. More importantly, they discuss whether religious art should be displayed like other art pieces. Listen in, and you will find more about the importance of art, religious roles in artwork, and much more.

Welcome to Exploring Art Podcast, where we will discuss a case study on whether you should purchase a smuggled art piece for your museum. We will discuss morals and whether we should preserve history in art or follow the law and discard it. This episode shows our opinions on the matter.

In this episode, we discuss Joe Brown's, an artist specializing in sculptures such as Two Athletes. There needs to be more clarity between the morals behind the artist and how he portrayed his morals in a sculpture. We also talk about how artists must be held to a higher moral standard than most people.

This episode is about the life and death of Jackson Pollock, his work, his personal life, and mental health. We explore the ethics and legality of a therapist/patient relationship and how Pollock's mental instability, behavior, and addiction to alcoholism affected his personal relationships up until his untimely death. Join us on this podcast where we share his stories and reflect on his legacy.