In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, hostEce and panelists Alex and Shawn dive intoThe case study Gladys and the Healing Power ofArt. They go over the emotional andpsychological advantages of art, the theory ofaesthetic experience put out by philosopherMonroe Beardsley, and the ways in whichcreative activities such as dance, music, andvisual arts can promote mental wellness. Theydiscuss the limitations of art as therapy, examinewhether it merely offers short-term respite orlong-term development, and exchange personalinsights on how art influences empathy, healing,and balance in daily life.
Ever wondered if nature is already art or if we make it that way? In this episode, we unpack the idea of the picturesque at Lake George, from rugged peaks to painterly vibes. Join us as we explore how beauty shifts between American wilderness, French elegance, and Italian drama.
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Music for ‘Billy Budd’, composed by Antony
Hopkins
And the Waltz Goes On, performed by André
Rieu, composed by Antony Hopkins
Rosen aus dem Süden, performed by André
Rieu, composed by Antony Hopkins
Stellar, composed by Antony Hopkins
There will be talks about how art can heal the mind and heart.
In this episode we discuss how art can be used as an alternative form of therapy, helping reduce stress, and connecting and controlling emotions through the use of art.
Two art lovers talking about the rich history and culture of the picturesque.
This episode showcases where fleeting human moments meet timeless creativity and aims to uncovers how artists are shaping the way we see and feel.
Alexa and Lakshmi use peacocks, peahens, and everyday “wow” moments to ask whether beauty lives in the thing itself or in the eyes that see it. Expect window-shopping analogies, a “Rate That Trait” game, and a friendly case for saying “beautiful to…” instead of just “beautiful.”
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20 minutes of Bossa Nova Jazz Music ----Summer Coffee Shop Ambience by AJP Relaxing Jazz Piano
In this episode we dive into the psychological benefits of enriching our lives with art. In
our discussion we explore concepts of interpretation, expression, and betterment. Looking back to Monroe Beardsley’s framework for the “aesthetic experience”, we consider art therapy and whether or not the mere act of engaging with art can improve one’s emotional wellbeing.
Music Credit : High quality, royalty free: elevator music. By Defphonix on YouTube
We spoke about how black and white is portrayed in films and modern film and photography. We used examples of photographers, film directors, and we referenced movies, modern social media apps. We also spoke about how we still use black and white so the audience can understand what the artists are trying to convey and how a lot of times people think about the olden days when looking at something that is in black and white.
In this episode, we explore the concept of the picturesque through Nathaniel Willis’s 1840 description of Lake George. We debate whether beauty is inherent in nature or shaped by the imagination of the viewer, comparing Hudson River School painters to European artists like Salvator Rosa. Finally, we connect these ideas to modern culture, from Instagram photography to tourism, showing why the picturesque still matters today
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“Clair de Lune, L.32” by Claude Debussy
In episode 2037 of the Exploring Art podcast, we take a close look at the variety of interpretations of beauty. From the colorful tufts of feathers of birds to the factors that influence the human appreciation of art, we take a deep dive into the philosophy, biology, and perception of beauty.
Does art really heal the mind and body? Dive in with us to explore how art therapy may really improve lives, and explore Monroe Beardsleys theory of aesthetics.
In this episode of Exploring
Art, we will discuss how realness can be
interpreted from the mediums of both black and
white or color. We will also be talking about
different examples of how realness can be found in film.
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(Title & Artist — or write “Original by [Your Name]”):
Tripoli - Pinbac
In this episode we discuss how art can be used as an alternative form of therapy, helping reduce stress, and connecting and controlling emotions through the use of art.
An episode about the conflicting perspectives of Peter Ustinov and Ivor Montague. We will be discussing how color theory can affect a person’s perspective
and how perception can alter art.
In this podcast we dove into the world of beauty and looked specifically at bird plumage. From peahens to humans, we looked at what makes something beautiful and does everything see beauty the same way or is it more of a subjective thing rather than an objective thing. Together we explored how evolution and instinct have shaped the way birds and humans view beauty. Tune in for a conversation that explores how science and philosophy have defined beauty.
What makes a landscape beautiful — is it something already in nature, or
something we create with our imagination? In this episode, we explore
the idea of the picturesque through Nathaniel Parker Willis’s vivid 1840
description of Lake George. From jagged cliffs and dramatic peaks to the
smooth curves of water and shoreline, we discuss how writers and
painters shaped the way Americans learned to “see” nature. Along the
way, we debate French vs. Italian roots of the term, uncover the blurred
line between beauty and ugliness, and connect Willis’s words to Hudson
River School paintings — and even Instagram today. Tune in and discover
how the art of framing a scene has always shaped our vision of beauty
In this episode, we explore the amazing world of bird plumage and the purpose beauty serves in nature. From the biology behind birds choosing mates based on feathers, to studies showing links between cognition and plumage, we ask: are birds simply following instinct, or are they actually evaluating? We also delve deeper into the ethical side: do humans romanticize bird plumage when we call it “beautiful,” and how does this bias affect conservation efforts? Join us as we unpack how beauty can inspire preservation, but also risk overlooking less “attractive” species that are just as vital to our ecosystems.
In this episode of Exploring Art Podcast, we examine Peter Ustinov’s decision to film Billy Budd in black-and-white during an era dominated by color cinema. Why did audiences accept his claim that monochrome appeared “more real”? Our discussion explores the psychology of perception, the tension between illusion and authenticity, and the ways film challenges our sense of what counts as “truth” in art. From Ivor Montagu’s critiques to the lasting influence of visual contrast, we unravel how art blurs the line between reality and illusion.
