In this episode, Carole interviews Russ Ramsey, author of 'Rembrandt is in the Wind', discussing the significance of beauty, Russ's introduction to art as a child, the influence of Caravaggio on Rembrandt, and exploring the life and art of Henry O'Tanner.
Engaging with the subject of beauty is essential in truly knowing God and understanding His glory and splendor.
Storytelling can make art more accessible and relatable, removing intimidation and allowing people to connect with art without formal education.
Deep dives
The Importance of Engaging with Beauty and Splendor
The podcast episode explores the significance of beauty and splendor in understanding God. The host and the guest discuss how God describes Himself in terms of His glory and beauty, suggesting that to truly know God, one must engage with the subject of beauty. The conversation highlights the connection between beauty and the human experience, emphasizing the role of art in helping people appreciate and connect with the greatness of artists. The guest, Russ Ramsey, explains that his book, Rembrandt is in the Wind, tells stories of famous artists and works of art that connect with scripture and the human experience in general.
Storytelling and Removing Barriers to Engaging with Art
The episode focuses on the power of storytelling to make art more accessible and relatable. Russ Ramsey, the guest, shares how his book seeks to remove the intimidation and pretentiousness often associated with art appreciation. He aims to create stories that help people connect with art without needing academic knowledge or formal education. The discussion highlights the importance of engaging the imaginative part of the human mind and heart in understanding art and scripture. The guest emphasizes the value of relating to art through stories, providing examples of famous artists like Caravaggio and their works that tell profound tales of redemption and humanity.
Henry O'Tanner and Challenging Preconceptions
The podcast episode delves into the life and art of Henry O'Tanner, an African American painter whose works focus on African American themes. The guest explores Tanner's decision to portray biblical scenes in his paintings, emphasizing how this helped him transcend being labeled as solely a 'black painter.' The conversation highlights the challenges and prejudices Tanner faced as an artist in the United States, leading him to seek recognition and artistic freedom in France. The guest expresses admiration for Tanner's biblical paintings, which capture the beauty and significance of the subjects. The discussion challenges preconceived notions and encourages listeners to approach people's lives with openness and curiosity.
Art is one of Carole's long-time passions. She wants every child to grow up familiar with the great artists. In this episode, Carole interviews Russ Ramsey about his book, Rembrandt is in the Wind.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
Significance of beauty
How Russ was introduced to art as a child
Carvaggio and Hopper
Russ' desire for everyone to form connections with art
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