

Frida Kahlo: Behind the Canvas
Aug 18, 2023
Frida Kahlo, a revolutionary artist known for her uncompromising self portraits and exploration of identity, the human body, and death. The podcast discusses her unique style, the socio-political context of her time, her battle with polio as a child, her early influences, her coping mechanisms for physical limitations, unrequited love, political involvement, and her journey as an artist which includes gaining recognition, divorce, transformation, and deep connection to Mexican culture and beliefs.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Frida Kahlo: An Introduction
01:58 • 5min
A Childhood Lived with Polio and an Imaginary Friend
06:38 • 2min
Frida Kahlo's Early Influences
08:27 • 7min
Frida Kahlo's Early Years as an Artist
15:11 • 15min
Returning to Mexico and Diego's Controversial Artwork
30:07 • 2min
Frida Kahlo's Journey as an Artist
32:02 • 16min