Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 3031: Mary Beale
Posted on · Episode: 3031 Mary Beale As Told By Ellen Clayton. Today, a ray of light.
Tag: painting
Houston Matters
How Painting Skills Landed John Douglas On Stage Drumming For ZZ Top And Aerosmith
Posted on · The Houston-area native tells the story of how his artwork converged with rock and roll.
News
NEXT QUESTION (Ep 18): Norman Rockwell’s Work, Actress Jane Seymour, Britta Phillips, and Our Pop Culture Conclave
Posted on · Norman Rockwell’s granddaughter Abigail Rockwell share's her views of her grandfather's work, currently on display at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Also, actress Jane Seymour is celebrating her 69th birthday – so we revisit Ernie's 2005 interview with Dr. Quinn herself. Plus, our Pop Culture conclave talks Essence Music Festival, Pocket Podcasts and the film Downhill. And in our Skyline Sessions' spotlight – a remake of the Cars classic Drive!
Houston Matters
Invisible By Design: The Process Of Art Conservation At The MFAH
Posted on · Per Knutås, the head of conservation at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston explains the process of art conservation.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1802: Freelan and Francis Stanley
Posted on · Episode: 1802 Freelan and Francis Stanley, and their steamer. Today, the Stanleys and their Steamer.
Arts & Culture
WATCH: New MFAH Exhibit Showcases Some Of Norman Rockwell’s Most Iconic Work
Posted on · "Norman Rockwell: American Freedom" will be on display through March 22.
Arts & Culture
WATCH: The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston’s Latest Exhibit Finds Beauty And Meaning In Everyday Objects
Posted on · A series of installations by artist Nari Ward offers visitors a unique perspective on common items, from shoelaces to strollers.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1772: Camera Obscura
Posted on · Episode: 1772 Vermeer and the camera obscura: waiting for film. Today, cameras without film.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1677: Tricking the Eye
Posted on · Episode: 1677 In which I encounter the 16th Century in a Fort Worth Museum. Today, we trick the eye.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 1595: Alfred Stieglitz
Posted on · Episode: 1595 In which Alfred Stieglitz and 291 anticipate Modern. Today, Stieglitz and photography, art and reality.
Arts InSight
WATCH: A Houston Artist Re-Casts Famous Figures Of Art History And Literature
Posted on · Noted authors and artists inspire and inform the paintings of David McGee.
Arts & Culture
The Amazing Art of Speed Painting
Posted on · Houston artist Dan Dunn talks about taking up a new career to pay of his credit card debt -- becoming a speed painter.
Houston Matters
Artist Tony Paraná Layers Vibrant Brazilian Themes Upon A Bayou City Backdrop
Posted on · Brazilian artist Tony Paraná talks about growing up in a "favela" -- a cramped, impoverished community in his native country -- and about creating art inspired by his adopted hometown of Houston.
Houston Matters
The Amazing Art of Speed Painting
Posted on · Houston artist Dan Dunn talks about taking up a new career to pay of his credit card debt -- becoming a speed painter.
Houston Matters
Watercolor Art Society Promotes Houston Painters
Posted on · Jan McNeill tells us more about the Watercolor Art Society - Houston.