Frances Fowle

Frances Fowle, a Professor of Nineteenth Century Art, Martin Bailey, a leading Van Gogh specialist, and Christopher Riopelle, the Neil Westreich Curator of Post 1800 Paintings, delve into the life of Vincent Van Gogh. They discuss his transformative time in a mental asylum, where art became a vital outlet for his struggles. The trio explores Van Gogh's evolution as an artist, examining his colorful masterpieces, his complex relationship with his brother Theo, and his posthumous rise to fame, debunking myths surrounding his mental health and documenting the legacy of his art.

Karen Serres, Senior Curator at the Courtauld Gallery, Frances Fowle, Professor of Nineteenth-Century Art, and Jackie Wullschläger, Chief Art Critic for the Financial Times, delve into Monet’s transformative experiences in London. They discuss how war drove him to the city and the subsequent commercial success that influenced his iconic Thames paintings. The guests highlight his fascination with fog and light, the evolution of his style, and his quest for artistic identity, illustrating how London reshaped his Impressionist vision.