The Art History Babes

The Art History Babes


Latest Episodes

Artemisia Gentileschi
August 04, 2016

How have 20th century ideas shaped our conceptions of one of the most successful female artists of the Baroque period? Join the Babes as they discuss the life and work of Caravaggio's sole female follower, Artemisia Gentileschi.

Yoko Ono Is My Favorite Beatle
July 30, 2016

Join the Babes as they discuss the complex life and groundbreaking work of one of their favorite art babes, Yoko Ono and share tips for surviving grad school!

Color Theory Part 2
July 23, 2016

In the second installment of their two-parter on color theory, the Babes discuss the color experiments of Josef Albers, explore the connection between color and emotion, and get weepy about the tragic life of van Gogh.

Color Theory Part 1
July 18, 2016

In the first installment of a two-parter on color theory, the Art History Babes discuss the trippy nature of color perception and the enigmatic history of the color blue.

Bring on the Bacchanal
July 05, 2016

In the true spirit of Bacchus (god of wine), the Babes amp up their intoxication levels and discuss the joyful debauchery of bacchanalia, past and present. Special guest: Leo Silva

The Guerrilla Girls
June 25, 2016

"This history of art is the history of power." This week's episode examines the feminist activist artist collective, Guerrilla Girls and their tireless fight against discrimination in the art world.

Weird Putti
June 13, 2016

The Babes discuss the various manifestations of putti in visual culture.

Introducing The Art History Babes
June 12, 2016

Get to know The Art History Babes with our debut episode!

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