EXPLORING ART

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A course for the creative curious!

  1. 23 avr.

    Episode 2190 | Disfigured Beauty: Exploring Identity Through Mohassess

    In this episode, we explore the world of Iranian artist Bahman Mohassess and his unusual, sometimes unsettling art. How will we determine what makes art beautiful? Our group discusses how Mohassess’ twisted figures challenge traditional ideas of beauty and what they reveal about identity and the human experience. Join us as we delve into what makes art beautiful, and how a regime can influence art.

    22 min

  2. 14 avr.

    Episode 2178 | “Painting a Revolution: The Aesthetic Power of Marat’s Death”

    In this episode, our group explores Jacques Louis David’s The Death of Marat and the complex relationship between beauty, violence, and political power. We discuss how Marat’s assassination during the French Revolution was transformed into a serene and almost sacred image, raising questions about whether the painting is a tribute or a form of propaganda. By examining the roles of Marat, Charlotte Corday, and David himself, we uncover how art can reshape public memory and influence political narratives. Our conversation also connects to ideas of beauty and ugliness from the course readings, especially how aesthetics can soften or distort historical truth. Join us as we analyze how a single painting can turn a moment of brutality into a symbol of revolutionary martyrdom.

    20 min

  3. 4 avr.

    Episode 2175 | Cure-Art: Can Art Actually Help You Feel Better?

    In this episode, we explore how art has any healing component to help an individual's overall health. Our group discusses philosophical perspectives, real-world applications, and art’s impact during a therapeutic environment. Our conversation highlights how people interact with art more often than they realize, even in simple ways. Join us for a conversation full of insight, research, and maybe a little controversy.

    21 min

  4. 3 avr.

    Episode 2157 | How can art bring us back?

    In this episode we discuss what the best way of art can work for Glady's mental health.

    21 min

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    Episode 2163 | The Illusion of Reality

    In this podcast, we talked about the illusion of reality and how our brain can sometimes trick us into thinking something is real when it’s not. We went over examples like optical illusions, art, and even movies with CGI to show how what we see isn’t always true. We also explained how the brain fills in missing information and uses past experiences to make sense of things. We connected this idea to real life too, like how running or effort can feel different depending on your mindset. Overall, the podcast shows that reality isn’t always exactly what it seems and that our brain plays a big role in how we see the world.

    26 min

  6. 3 avr.

    Episode 2162 | Beautifully Distorted

    In this episode, we look at Bahman Mohassess's controversial work and question what people usually think is beautiful in art. We look at how "ugliness" can be a powerful form of expression rather than a flaw by talking about distorted figures, hybrid forms, and frightening images. In our talk, we connect Mohassess's work to modern art movements and the cultural background of Iranian modernism. This shows how identity, politics, and philosophical themes shape the meaning of art. Also, we wonder if art that makes us feel uncomfortable can help us understand things better and be more honest with ourselves. Join us as we consider what it means for art to be beautiful and whether being honest is more important than being perfect.

    21 min

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    Episode 2171 | Beauty in the Grotesque: Understanding Goya’s Darkest Painting

    In this episode of the Exploring Art Podcast we dive into Francisco Goya’s haunting painting Saturn Devouring His Son. We unpacked the historical moment in which Goya created his Black Paintings, exploring how illness, isolation, and political turmoil shaped his darkest work. We also examine the myth behind Saturn and discuss how fear, power, and human behavior intersect in both ancient stories and modern society. Finally, the conversation turns to the idea of beauty, questioning why disturbing images can still captivate audiences and hold artistic value.

    21 min

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    Episode 2188 | The deep meaning behind “Saturn Devours his Son”

    FIU students conduct a deep dive on Francisco Goya’s painting “Saturn Devours his Son”. These students present research that delves into the history of the folklore this artwork is based on. Each member of the group did their own research blindly without collaboration, and is meeting up for the podcast to have their discussion. The painting appears gruesome, and some may turn their heads, but there is deep history and story behind it, that they should turn there heads back at the painting and take in its essence.

    21 min
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A course for the creative curious!

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    ExploringArt
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2026
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