Best Jason Arkles Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 93 - the Secrets of San Severo 52:14

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Exploring the enigmatic chapel of the Princes of San Severo, Host Jason Arkles lifts the veil of secrecy surrounding the fabulous works therein, including Corradini's Modesty, Quierolo's Freedom from Illusion, and Sanmartino's Veiled Christ. Secret handshakes and initiation rituals optional.By Jason Arkles

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 38: Tom Richards 1:16:51

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In this episode I visit the home of artist and the new Director of the Florence Academy of Art, Tom Richards in Florence, Italy.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 37: Thor Larsen & Tanvi Pathare 1:22:53

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In this episode I talk to sculptor and teacher Thor Larsen and his wife, painter and teacher Tanvi Pathare. We had a great discussion in Thor's sculpture studio in Florence, Italy.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 36: Ben Fenske 1:18:33

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In this episode I visit the home and studio of my friend and artist Ben Fenske just outside of Florence, ItalyBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 35: Ramiro Sanchez 1:08:13

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In this episode I visit the studio of artist and teacher Ramiro Sanchez in Florence, ItalyBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 34: Jason Arkles 2:02:46

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In this episode I visit the studio of sculptor, author, and the host of The Sculptor's Funeral Podcast, Jason Arkles, in his studio in Florence, ItalyBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 33: Amy Florence 1:15:31

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In this episode I visit my friend Amy Florence in her studio in Florence, ItalyBy Ryan S. Brown

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Episode 92 - There's Something About Vinnie 46:40

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Lavinia Ream (but call her Vinnie!) was, despite the odds, a sculptor. Born into a working class family and growing up in a nation at war, in a time and place which scarcely imagined the existence of 'lady-sculptors', she catapulted herself into the international spotlight and into artistic success while still a teenager. One might say her methods …

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 32: Sebastien Jupille 1:22:28

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In this episode I visit the Paris studio of artist and teacher Sebastien JupilleBy Ryan S. Brown

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Episode 91 - Michelangelo's Pietàs 41:45

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The Sculptor's Funeral Podcast is back with a look into a group of Michelangelo's sculptures collectively known as the Pietàs. Your affable host Jason answrs your burning questions about these mother-son groupings: Why is Mary so big? Is there really a self-portrait of Michelangelo in one of these Pietàs? And - what is a Pietà?…

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The Unvarnished Podcast - Episode 31: The Business of Art 1:46:39

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In this episode I talk to Katie Liddiard and Stacy Minch about the art world, common issues artists have to deal with, and our experiences in navigating them.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 30 - What is Art? 1:49:20

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In this episode I discuss the question, What is Art? I talk to my friend and artist Stacy Minch in her studio as we try to articulate what art means to us individually.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 29 - Thoughts on art Education 1:33:45

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The art eduction world is a very chaotic one full of confusing and bad information that can be incredibly difficult to navigate. These are some thoughts from my experience as a student, teacher and professional. This podcast episode is a little different as it is more of a monologue with some insights also from my friend and artist Katie Liddiard. …

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 28 - Eric Rhoads 2:09:26

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In this episode I talk to Eric Rhoads the publisher of Plein Air and Fine Art Connoisseur magazines. He is also an artist and un charge of many various projects, a list of which can be found on this same podcast on my YouTube channel.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 27 - Burton Silverman 1:28:40

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In this episode I visit the Manhattan studio of artist Burton Silverman. Burton and his work have had a huge influence on my life and work as an artist and it was an absolute pleasure to get to sit down and chat with him for a while.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 26 - Edward Minoff 1:57:42

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In this episode I visit the Brooklyn studio of artist and teacher Edward MinoffBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 24 - Todd Casey 1:42:46

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In this episode I visit the Redding, Connecticut studio of artist and author Todd CaseyBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 25 - Chad Fisher 45:12

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In this episode I visit the Lyme Academy of Fine Art in Old Lyme, Connecticut to talk to the new Director of the Sculpture Program, Chad FisherBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 23 - Jennifer Gennari 2:10:49

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In this episode I visit the Redding, Connecticut home of artist Jennifer GennariBy Ryan S. Brown

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Dr. Vern Swanson - Today's Art Education in America: There's a Third Alternative 10:28

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This is an essay written by Dr. Vern Swanson when he was the Director of the Springville Museum of Art. It was published in the California Art Club's newsletter in the Spring of 2005.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Biology of Art 12:47

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This is an essay published in The Economist on April 1, 1999. I was unable to find the author.By Ryan S. Brown

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Emil Carlsen: On Still Life Painting 12:36

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This is an essay written by the artist Emil Carlsen and published in 1908. I'm not entirely sure of the source, but it may be a magazine called Palette and Bench. Note: In the essay Emil Carlsen recommends the use of zinc white. Based on our understanding now, we know that zinc white is not archival and becomes very brittle over time. Current exper…

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Frederick E. Hart: The Contemporary Art Establishment Manipulating the Public 9:05

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Here I read an article written by American Sculptor Frederick E. Hart published in the Washington Post and republished in the Salt Lake Tribune on Sunday, August 27, 1989.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 22 - The Academy of Realist Art Boston 1:33:09

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In this episode I talk to artists and teachers Garrett Vitanza and Julie Beck who both work and teach at the Academy of Realist Art in Boston, MA.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 21 - The Zion Painting Retreat 1:50:48

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In this episode I talk to artists Ben Bauer, Scott Tallman Powers, Sebastien Jubilee, Zoey Frank, Kim Lordier, Lynn Sanguedolce, Patricia Watwood and Gregory Mortenson. These conversation were recorded in Zion National Park on the last day of a week long painting retreat.By Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 20 - Daniela Astone 1:31:09

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In this episode I talk to Italian artist Daniela Astone, who I was lucky enough to meet up with as we were both visiting Boston. Our conversation was in the studio of Leo Mancini-HreskoBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 19 - Ali Ringenburg 1:55:11

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In this episode I talk to the owner of Sloane Merrill Gallery in Boston, MA , Ali RingenburgBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 18 - Julie Beck 1:33:17

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In this episode I visit the Boston studio of artist and instructor Julie BeckBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 17 - Leo Mancini-Hresko 1:38:08

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In this episode I visit the Boston studio of artist Leo Mancini-HreskoBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 16 - Michael Klein 47:12

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In this episode I talk to artist and Director of the New Salem Museum, Michael KleinBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 15 - Max Ginsburg 1:19:15

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In this episode I visit the Brooklyn studio of artist and teacher Max GinsburgBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 14 - Lyme Academy of Art 39:57

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In this episode I visit the Lyme Academy of Art in Old Lyme, Connecticut and I talk to Kimberly Monson about the official relaunch of the AcademyBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 13 - New Salem Museum 48:25

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In this episode I visit the New Salem Museum and Academy of Fine Art and talk to its owner, Laura Barletta and its director, artist Michael KleinBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 12 - Gregory Mortenson 1:10:25

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In this episode I visit the Harlem studio of one of my very good friends and brilliant artist Greg MortensonBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 11 - Heyseung Song 1:33:37

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In this episode I visit the Bushwick, Brooklyn studio of artist Heyseung SongBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 10 - Peter Drake 59:51

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In this episode I visit the New York Academy of Art and talk to its Provost, Peter DrakeBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 9 - Patricia Watwood 1:41:51

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In this episode I visit the studio of Brooklyn based artist Patricia WatwoodBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 8 - Peter Trippi 1:20:02

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In this episode I visit New York and the home and office of art historian and editor of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine Peter TrippiBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 7 - Bryan Larsen 1:39:18

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In this episode I visit the studio of Utah artist Bryan Larsen who is doing some amazing and unique workBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 6 - Cesar Santos 1:06:01

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In this episode Cesar Santos happened to be in Utah, so I had him by my studio for a conversationBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 5 - Bryan Mark Taylor 1:26:45

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In this episode I visit the home and studio of Utah based artist Bryan Mark Taylor who also owns and operates Strada EaselsBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 4 - Michael Hall 1:16:51

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In this episode I visit the studio of Utah based sculptor Michael HallBy Ryan S. Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 2 - Micah Christensen 1:51:24

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In this episode I talk to the brilliant Micah Christensen, art dealer and PhD in Art History.By Ryan Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 1 - Katie Liddiard 1:00:55

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In this inaugural episode I visit the studio and talk to my good friend Katie Liddiard.By Ryan Brown

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The Unvarnished Podcast: Episode 3 - Bryce Cameron Liston 1:36:37

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In this episode I visit the studio of Utah artist Bryce Cameron ListonBy Ryan Brown

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Episode 90 - The Mystery of Messerschmidt 36:40

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Meet one of the most enigmatic and anachronistic sculptors in history - Franz Messerschmidt. His work looks modern, but that's a few centuries off the mark! He's not what you would expect from a sculptor from the Rococo period... So what gives? Why were these strange heads made? Learn the startling answer here.…

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Episode 89 - Anna Hyatt Huntington and Brookgreen Garden 52:13

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Huntington was a prolific American sculptor in the early 20th century, but her greatest legacy may be the extensive and unique sculpture park she built, the first of its kind in the United States. Listen here to learn about the past and future of Brookgreen Garden; with interviews with Bryan Rapp and Robin Salmon.…

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Episode 88 - Greco-Roman Wrestling 52:23

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The Venus De Milo, the Torso Belvedere, The Winged Victory, The Laocoon - some of the most famous Antique sculpture in the world. Strange that we know so little about who made them and why! So what makes them so famous? Find out the unexpected reasons here.

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Episode 87 - The Colossus of Rhodes 44:24

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It's often hyperbole to describe something as 'colossal' - but when you're talking about the statue for which the word 'colossal' was coined, you get a pass. Learn what there is to know about how and why the Colossus of Rhodes was built, and how it rightly earned its place as one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the original Bucket List.…

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Episode 86 - Quiz Show Finals 36:46

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The Sculptor's Funeral Podcast is finishing off this strange and terrible year with the final round of the quiz show! Listen to Lubov, David, and Liz test their knowledge of the history of sculpture, in their quest to attain the coveted Sculptor's Funeral coffee mug.