The Great Wave by Hokusai
In today’s episode, we travel to the Art Institute of Chicago for a long look at this iconic print by Japanese artist, Hokusai. You might… Read More »The Great Wave by Hokusai
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Adam and Eve by Albrecht Dürer
What do knights have to do with this print of Adam and Eve? In today’s A Long Look, we’ll find out how German artist Albrecht… Read More »Adam and Eve by Albrecht Dürer
The Apostle Judas Thaddeus by Hans Baldung Grien
Talk about a bad rep. Poor Judas Thaddeus has had to contend with the shame of being confused with Judas Iscariot, the traitor who sold… Read More »The Apostle Judas Thaddeus by Hans Baldung Grien
Season 6 Hits the Road!
Season 6 is finally here but with a twist! We’ll start at the Gallery but then travel virtually to other museums with fantastic online offerings. … Read More »Season 6 Hits the Road!
Exciting Changes Coming!
It’s been a busy 2021 at A Long Look and here’s a peek at one of the changes happening on the show. This is the… Read More »Exciting Changes Coming!
The Christmas Episode
I wasn’t sure I wanted to celebrate Christmas after this dumpster fire of a year. But we’re starting to have some good news, so I’ve… Read More »The Christmas Episode
The Thanksgiving Episode
I’ve been trying to practice gratitude this year to fight against the fear and toxicity that’s felt overwhelming at times. So, I decided to make… Read More »The Thanksgiving Episode
End of Season 5
We’ve reached the end of Season 5 and as this unbelievable year comes to a close, I’ll be taking some time off to figure out… Read More »End of Season 5
Quarry by Edward Loper
Did you know the US government once actually paid artists to work? During the Great Depression, the Works Progress Administration helped launch the career of… Read More »Quarry by Edward Loper
Still Life by Margaret Burroughs
Margaret Taylor Burroughs was an author, painter, sculptor, printmaker, curator, museum director, activist, and teacher who left an amazing artistic and historic legacy in Chicago.… Read More »Still Life by Margaret Burroughs