ArtHoles

Delve into Picasso's tumultuous early years, where financial struggles and personal loss shape an artistic genius. Discover the vibrant social dynamics at Els Quatre Gats, where art-gang turf battles and quirky characters collide. Explore historical views on death and the emotional weight of grief in artistic expression. Amid romantic entanglements in Paris, laugh at the antics of mischievous Manolo and the chaos surrounding Picasso's life. Get ready for a wild ride through creativity, rebellion, and the complexities of relationships!

Dive into the chaotic origins of Pablo Picasso with tales of his eccentric parents and the significance of names. Uncover the peculiar dynamics that shaped a future genius, from the flamenco traditions of Malaga to his family's artistic struggles. Giggles abound as the hosts discuss the peculiarities of pigeon art and a banana-centric business model. With humorous barbs aimed at St. Louis and Alabama, they explore the captivating intersection of family expectations, societal pressures, and Picasso's early artistic whimsy.

Welcome to ArtHoles!  An art history podcast with someone who knows nothing about art history.  Or podcasting, for that matter.  Coming from absolutely no background in art or art history, I decided to reverse the course on my own ignorance.  Instead of doing so in moderation, I'm reading a ton of books and articles about each artist and slowly losing my mind in the process. My buddy Mitch joins me for the first few episodes, then it's just me (Michael) putting artists' personal lives under a microscope to learn about art and art history by weaving in my own takes, ADD-driven side research, music, movies, etc. This isn't your grandmother's art history podcast.  And, if your grandmother has an art history podcast, 1) I'm happy she's still with us and 2) maybe we can collaborate in her dining room filled with her Hummel figurine collection and old WWII pictures of your likely-deceased grandfather.