Please don’t forget to ‘like’ and leave a comment (however short), as it REALLY helps promote the channel. My other channel, Great BOOKS Explained can be found here - www.youtube.com/@greatbooksexplained371 - thanks so much for your amazing support - James

@stovepipehat396

16 күн бұрын

Ooo! I’ve seen this one on Waldemar Janusczak. Excited to see what you make of it.

@israeldiegoriveragenius2th164

14 күн бұрын

I don't agree with the thesis of the male gaze. It is just basic biology, that men look at women, and should not be demonised.. Also Manet did not know about the Male gaze when he painted his paintings.

Great to see another video. Keep it up, don't worry about the deadlines, your quality is more important

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

@kevincurrie2052

15 күн бұрын

I couldn’t agree more. I feel like I am getting a high quality education without learning the sofa!

@natitafr2739

5 күн бұрын

@@kevincurrie2052 me too!!!!

I feel like this is one of the very few channels where I actually learn something by watching, thank you!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Happy to hear that!

Never ever stop what you are doing mate! You're a gift to humanity sharing these knowledges.

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Your essays are succinct and your delivery is measured and clear. I relish the quality of each and every video, thank you!

I've always enjoyed looking at this painting. I knew of Victorine Meurant as Manet's favourite model but never realised she was a talented artist in her own right. Thank you.

@MariaVosa

17 күн бұрын

Me neither - I really have to look up more of her work.

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Unfortunately there are very few of her works that have survived

@splodge5714

16 күн бұрын

Just looked her up on Wikipedia, tells her story. A shame most of her paintings were lost.

@janedoe3043

16 күн бұрын

Indeed, I would love to know more.

@janedoe3043

16 күн бұрын

​@@splodge5714I would assume they were destroyed if she was a lesbian. Historically queer figures would intentionally destroy their own evidence of their queerness to preserve their posterity. If they didn't, often the public would destroy much more of their work in retaliation for them having the gall to live outside social norms. It's a common reason for partial erasure of queer artists.

This is genuinely my favourite channel and, from looking at the comments, you've really hit on a format with wide appeal. From genuinely artsy folk to art simpletons, like myself, who like looking at art, but can't really explain why they do or much of what they are looking at. Your videos also have real rematch value for someone like me who doesn't retain everything at first viewing. If you ever turn your videos into a book, I would absolutely buy it.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

It’s coming out Spring next year on Thames & Hudson. I’ll be plugging it here - thanks for your comment! 🙏

13:05 that boy against the tree is literally how I'm watching this video, lmao.

Are you aware that this is the best channel on KZread? And this particular video is another masterpiece along with Rothko & the original Hopper video. This made my day.

@meredithbignell7333

16 күн бұрын

100% agree

Great scholarship, as usual. And thank you for defining the difference between "nude" and "naked."

I’ve been trying to “get” this painting for years and years. I’ve always felt this uneasiness when I’m looking at it - and at the and time, knew I was missing something. Now I know, thank you!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Wonderful!

In 2019 I had the pleasure of enjoying an exhibition of Manet’s work at the Art Institute in Chicago. One thing that struck me was even though he painted and sketched in almost a defiant manner, he encouraged his fellow artists to work within the system. Being accepted by the Paris Salon was important.

What a perfect way to start a day! Breakfast and some art education😇

Thank you for another outstanding art history lesson. Please never stop ❤

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

More to come!

Great as always. I love nothing more than the authoritative "most people believe 'X', but that is untrue" moment in virtually every episode. 😂

@GreatArtExplained

15 күн бұрын

🤣

Your videos are a triumph. Watching your essays and then having the opportunity to see the works in person is an absolute joy. After watching your videos on Rothko, Van Gogh and Ed Hopper, I have had the pleasure of seeing some of their paintings in person. Sharing the knowledge imparted by your videos has sparked real passion and discussion amongst my family. Thank you for these videos. This was another excellent watch

Another well researched and beautifully spoken video! I'll take one of your lessons any day of the week!

Oh! I just love Édouard Manet. But I didn't know about his death... terrible, seeing that he brought us so much beauty! Thank you Mr. Payne.

@qre268Zrtb

16 күн бұрын

I assumed everybody knew about his death, especially since he was born in the 1800's. 🙂

@garssympa500

16 күн бұрын

@@qre268Zrtb Oops... that came out wrong. I didn't know HOW he died. ;-)

@qre268Zrtb

15 күн бұрын

@@garssympa500 🙂I knew what you meant, I was being a smart ass. But soo happy you took it in good sprits. This set of video's is amazing, it really has been great in giving me an appreciation of the great artists.

@garssympa500

15 күн бұрын

@@qre268Zrtb Me too! Unbelievable content... I always learn so many things.

I don't know why I enjoy your videos so much. Is it the calm and well thought out narration? Or exceptional in depth content packed with expert knowledge? Or your interesting and friendly approach to the subject? Whatever it is, thank you so much.

@stuartmcdonald5172

16 күн бұрын

That's very much how I feel. There is something magical about these videos.

Everything I know about art is due to your informative channel. I never found it interesting until you pulled back the curtain and explained what the story behind each painter and painting at their time. Thank you for educating and inspiring me!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

So glad, thanks! 🙏

The best part is the social and artistic context of the period, painter and the painting. Very well explained, Bravo!

I’m reading on Manet right now. It’s hard to not feel like he stood alone in his greatness at that time. He is unreal.

I thought I knew this painting well. Ha! A monthly Saturday morning treat. You never miss.

I love when books break the fourth wall with the reader (Jane Eyre, for example) and I love it just as much when a painting does the same with its onlooker. As always, a lovely video!

If I had to choose which KZread channel to take on an island, it would be this one by a great margin. Giggling aside, thank you for taking the time to compose these. You give me intellectual fruit and smoothly entertain me and each time contribute to my inner revolution. Be blessed onwards!

This is one of my fav paintings and I was looking forward to it❤

It's awe inspiring how much you manage to fit into a 15 minute video. I admit I have had some problems as a woman how to feel about this painting, with the juxtaposition of the naked and half-naked women with the fully clothed men. The older painting was a revelation about what Manet was telling us! This puts it into a very thought provoking context. And I really appreciate learning more about Victorine Meurent - I would love a video essay giving us a fuller exposition in her life and art!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

I would love to but we have so few records of her paintings as they were lost over the years

@MariaVosa

16 күн бұрын

@@GreatArtExplained That is truly tragic

I rarely watch your videos immediately when you release it, but it’s always a please to watch them and if my interest for painting is growing it’s mostly thanks to you so huge thanks

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks 🙏

What a wonderful break from my afternoon tedium. Thank you!

@shivasgirl1609

17 күн бұрын

Aw, a heart! Be still my own ❤

Great videos, thank-you! I am a professional artist and did not know the difference between "naked" and "nude". And contrary to your feeling that his women were not ideal, I see them as quite beautiful, but in a natural light. Keep going! Your stuff is great! Love your collection and commentaries!! ❤

@curmudgeon1933

16 күн бұрын

The difference between 'ideal' and 'idealized' appears to be similar to the difference between reality and Instagram...or real music, and commercial Autotuned product. lol

Another wonderful and informative video. Thank you!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Saw this one at the Musée d'Orsay and was - impressed! And the topic is just as relevant today as it was then: How many women do you know that would actually say, "Hey, I'm totally comfortable with how my body looks and I obviously don't care what people think?" There are whole industries that make billions every day by suggesting women that they're not beautiful/young/stylish enough. Add the discussion about reproduction rights and the fact and that tv stations delay their live-broadcasts for a few seconds to be able "react correctly" if someone (female)'s body parts are exposed...

OMG! I check EVERY DAY for a new Video. I'm so happy because this is such an iconic painting.

My day has become better already, yay! Keep up the good work!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Glad to hear it!

I've always loved Olympia, never really thought about this one until now

Mr. Payne is a scholar of art. His videos are a gold mine for art lovers.

Thank you for another lesson on the history of art!

This is such a treat. Thank you !

Your videos are such a treat - truly appreciate them

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

You are so kind

we like Manet's work for its seeming imperfections. His approach and our appreciation of it is hard to consciously (sic) wrap your head around.

Thank you for elucidating us as to the wider context.

Thanks for another great one! Manet was such a talented, subversive painter, and your explanations were very powerful. "She seems to be asking the question, 'What are you looking at?'" I love his use of black. You can see the influence of those Spanish painters.

Thanks for making the world a better place

@GreatArtExplained

15 күн бұрын

You are so kind 🙏

I wake up and get a notification that there's another 'Great Art Explained', I grab my coffee, and for a brief moment of the day, I'm in heaven.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

What a nice thing to say - thank you 🙏

so glad to see a new video from you!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

More to come!

My favourite video yet! Loved the distinction between ‘nude’ and ‘naked’. Meurent is such a legend. Her expression is definitely what flips the script: she’s not ashamed and in fact almost makes the viewer feel as though they’re the one who is naked!

Best channel(s) on KZread.

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

That’s so kind thanks 🙏

Another great slice of art history James. So succinct but so detailed and deeply fascinating. I always learn something new watching your videos! Thanks so much!

I love your work. Your voice is extraordinary. ❤🍸

Thank you, James, for another eye-opening video! I hope you get as much pleasure from making them as we do viewing them.

@GreatArtExplained

12 күн бұрын

Yes I love making them - thanks 🙏

Thank you!! Always a pleasure to Watch your videos

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Glad you like them!

Best lunch break videos

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Glad you like them!

Thank you James

Thank you for discussing the self-awareness and agency of Victorine Meurent, as well as the subject of a male gaze POV -- challenged my thinking of this magnificent work as an example of 19th century sexism by "just" seeing the dressed and the un-dressed

Another 15 minutes of brilliance, thank you again James.

Thank you James again for this presentation/education. Fascinating how in the world of the Arts people have always created their own contribution to break the status quo and explore new possibilities awakening consciousness step by step... ❤

I’ve been going to more art museums recently and with your explanations I can now go around and recognise more painters and appreciate the painting styles differently than before.

Fantastic content. Love your work!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

Your brilliant way of communicating and sharing is never disappointing.

Awesome video, I really appreciate your work James 🤩🥰🥰

i’ve been following since the mona lisa video and i am never ever disappointed. your hard work and expertise is always abundantly evident.

@GreatArtExplained

13 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for your continued support! James

These explanations are like art themselves, James. Thank you!

Always delighted to see another video from you!!!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

More to come!

Such a great narrative, thank you! 😊

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Well worth the wait. Keep it up.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Would love you to do a series on some of the female painters who you mention briefly in your videos, often muses of the men you feature. It would be a fascinating series: women who participated in and contributed to these movements who go largely unacknowledged

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Yes I should - thanks 🙏

Magnificent! More, more please!!!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Thanks - more on the way!

Astounding analysis! I have known this painting for decades, but without these insights. Many thanks ❤

Another amazing video. Thank you so much!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Beautifully done - as always 👍

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏

I was saving this video to watch wothout a rush, and didn't fail to make my day. Thanks so much for this gift James, another great one!

Love your content bro. I look forward to every video

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

I appreciate that!

Your videos are so perfect: Whether I didn't know the artist before (shame on me) or, like in this one, my previous knowledge was incomplete and wrong (I had always filed Manet just under "one of the impressionists") - with every video from you I learn a great deal and expand my horizon. Thank you James!

Wow. What skill as an artist. Great video

You have always been very good at keeping your analysis objective and unmotivated (in the sense of no alternative agenda). I encourage you to keep this up! It's one of the key aspects that drew me to your informative videos. I fear I sense a slight sliding. Keep up the good work!

It's really nice to know you took to heart our duggestion to continue the subject's musical themes throughout the intro 👏👏

Once again, you've introduced me to a fine artist I've never even heard of - Victorine Meurent. Thank you!

Very informative. I knew that Manet was lumped in with the Impressionists, but I didn't realize how very different he was. I particularly enjoyed learning some of the back story on his model/collaborator. Thank you!

James your videos are priceless. Thank you.

Thank you so much for sharing art history. I had a lot of questions about Luncheon on the Grass, and your perfect lecture solved my curiosity. Your channel is a gemstone in KZread. I'll continue to enjoy your future videos, thank you so much!

Well done and very educational. Thank you very much.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

You are very welcome 🙏

Thank you for the videos James!

@GreatArtExplained

17 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏

you are the best at what you do, I wait with baited breath for your videos. Thanks so much

Tus videos me inspiran mucho! Gracias

Your channel is the most helpful thing in my art studies ❤😊😊

This is great. i feel rejuvenated after watching this and learning more. Thank you!

Thank you for making these videos

another artwork in itself this video was brilliant as usual thanks for the great content and greetings from Germany

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Danke 🙏

Thanks for the hard work 🙏🏻 I’ll show this channel to my Husband. He loves art 🖼️

Well done!

Thank you James. Marvellous as always. It would be fantastic to see a video solely on Victorine Meurent, and also Berthe Morisot, another of Manet's friends and favourites (and sister-in-law, of course). There were some wonderful women painters at that time, who had to fight against all of the conventions of their day, and I'm quite sure that you are the best KZreadr in the English language at portraying such people in an enlightening and sensitive manner.

Great to see you uploading again mate.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

More to come!

Thank you for the video!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

My pleasure!

Great analysis on a very interesting painting! Thank you for putting this out there, I'm looking forward to more episodes!

Thanks James, another great essay!

I always learn so much from you! Thank you! 😊

大きなキャンバスを使用して当時の人々の様子を描くというのは、クールベに影響を受けたのかも…と思いました。 いつも素晴らしい動画をありがとうございます！

Excellent video! Thank you!

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

You are welcome!

What an excuisite coverage and explanation! Amazing work, as always. 👏👏

Always excellent work.

@GreatArtExplained

16 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏