Tag: History Painting

by Robert Horvat September 8, 2021 2

History Painting: ‘Barge Haulers on the Volga’ by Ilya Repin, 1873.

A casual search of some of the most physical demanding jobs in history led me strangely to artist impressions ofContinue Reading

by Robert Horvat March 19, 2021 2

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History Painting: ‘The Christian Martyrs’ Last Prayer’ by Jean-Léon Gérôme, 1863.

The first truly organised persecution of Christians came after the Great Fire of Rome in 64 AD under the EmperorContinue Reading

by Robert Horvat January 25, 2021 1

Art History Painting

History Painting: ‘The Raft of the Medusa’ by Théodore Géricault, 1819.

The depiction of a group of survivors from the French ship Méduse, which ran aground on the west coast ofContinue Reading

ALBUM OF THE WEEK:

Earlier this year, Toronto-based musician, Alex Southey released his third studio album And The Country Stirred. In so doing he has once more proven to be an astute songwriter who weaves stories of the human experience we can all relate to. More recently, Southey was at it again revealing to the world his new EP titled My Nights On The Island which evokes memories of a break-up from his past. There is nothing it seems that can slow down this prolific songwriter as he overwhelms our senses with six new tracks that play out like a cinematic soundtrack.