Still Life with Peacock Pie by Pieter Claesz
Just in time for Thanksgiving, we take a look at this sumptuous feast by one of the stars of still-life painting, Pieter Claesz. We’ll find… Read More »Still Life with Peacock Pie by Pieter Claesz
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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
River Landscape with Ferry by Salomon van Ruysdael
Salomon van Ruysdael absolutely nails the feeling of optimism, enjoyment, maybe even relief, as his fellow Dutch citizens ferry across a river on a soft… Read More »River Landscape with Ferry by Salomon van Ruysdael
The Dancing Couple by Jan Steen
I realized I’ve been talking a lot lately about pure and pious saints. So, it’s time to lighten up by hanging out with people who… Read More »The Dancing Couple by Jan Steen
Woman Holding a Balance by Johannes Vermeer
Welcome back for Season 3! We’re starting with this gorgeous, mysterious painting by Vermeer. We’ll discover the layers of meaning in this simple domestic scene,… Read More »Woman Holding a Balance by Johannes Vermeer
Season 3 Update
Hey everybody! I just wanted to let you know I’m hard at work on Season 3! We’re going to start off with another Gallery favorite,… Read More »Season 3 Update
River Landscape with Cows – Aelbert Cuyp
This evening scene celebrates the peace and prosperity the Dutch were finally enjoying after 80 years of war with Spain. But don’t be fooled by… Read More »River Landscape with Cows – Aelbert Cuyp
07 Judith Leyster Self-Portrait
This warm and welcoming self-portrait by Dutch master Judith Leyster is a gallery favorite. Join me while I talk about how this remarkable woman accomplished… Read More »07 Judith Leyster Self-Portrait
01 The Mill – Rembrandt
In this episode, I’ll be looking at Rembrandt’s “The Mill,” a long time favorite of mine. You can find a larger version on the gallery’s… Read More »01 The Mill – Rembrandt