Stories of Art
HENI TalksStories of Art brings together art historian Dr. James Fox and art critic Alastair Sooke to uncover the most inspiring and compelling stories from the history of art. From the lives of the world’s greatest artists to the turning points that changed art, to the hidden histories of great masterpieces, James and Alastair are your guides to the extraordinary characters and fascinating stories that hav... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArts | |||
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Sandro Botticelli created some of the most alluring images of the Italian Renaissance, but who was he and how did he transform the history of art? And was his great masterpiece Primavera originally conceived as an instruction manual for a young bride... more
Why has The Scream become one of the most famous artworks in the world? And what happened when this ghoulish image was stolen - not just once, but twice? Join Alastair and James as they explore the remarkable story and surpising afterlife of Edvard ... more
What makes Georges Seurat's masterpiece 'A Sunday on La Grande Jatte -1884' so revolutionary? What does the picture mean? And why did it become so famous? Join Alastair and James as they explore the mysteries of one of the most beguiling paintings in... more
How did William Hogarth help create the modern art world as we know it? Did he really stage the first conceptual art exhibition? And why in the final years of his life was he the subject of ridicule? Join Alastair and James as they chart the life a... more
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- Holbein the Younger
*Goosebumps*! I just saw Holbein’s portrait of Thomas More in the Frick collection last week. Oh, those red velvet sleeves (and the green curtain). Thank you, Alastair and James, for making every piece come to life. I listen when I’m painting. Best art history podcast out there. Chef’s kiss!
Apple Podcasts5SummerPalette
United States13 days ago - Delicious
I love video lectures, and The Great Courses which include quite a number of lectures on art. This podcast hit the sweet spot, the exceptional side dish or dessert that elevates a satisfying meal. I look forward to enjoy as many more of your podcasts as life allows me, hopefully one of the future ones will include Rene Magritte.
Apple Podcasts584 year old granny fanUnited States14 days ago - Amazing
Very well documented, truly enjoyable to listen to all the facts and history, even the noise and gossip, of the artists at their time. You two complement each other so good. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us!
Apple Podcasts5PVasqzUnited States14 days ago - Intro to artists lives
I listen while I sculpting in clay, with pleasure. What fun, interesting insights.
Apple Podcasts5Get No SatisfactionUnited States14 days ago - For The Love of Art!
If you love art, want to love art, know everything about art or know nothing about art….this show is for you! Discover the artists we know and love (and some we don’t) through delightful conversation, dissection of technique and exploration of the times in which the work was done. Educational and entertaining.
Apple Podcasts5shaolinlazUnited States14 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #2 | United States/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #6 | United States/Arts |
Spotify | #27 |  United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #134 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 |  Canada/Arts/Visual Arts |
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What is Stories of Art about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two expert hosts explore artists' lives and works through vivid storytelling, rigorous analysis, and lively banter. Episodes span painters like Van Gogh, Kahlo, Giacometti, Vermeer, Michelangelo, and more, weaving biographical detail with close readings of key works, studio lore, and historical context. Listeners often praise the engagingDynamic between hosts, accessible explanations of complex art-history topics, and the balance of depth with entertaining narration, making high-culture history approachable for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Notably, the show often highlights how artists' personal lives, movements, and cultural moments intersect with their masterpieces, offering a broad, story-driven perspective on art history that ap... more
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