Great Art Cities Explained: Paris

[@GreatArtExplained]

Please leave a comment (even a short one) and "like" the video. It really helps promote the channel on KZbin. I appreciate it! James

[@JJONNYREPP]

Great Art Cities Explained: Paris 17.1.22 1229pm and the amazing and/or horrendous alfred jarry.... flaneurs.. paraphysics... absurdity. i mean, i could go on.... and someone like yourself could present a dent talk on jarry as you have the voice.

[@bookoffholicbookwart5945]

You guys are gems

[@debpalm8667]

Thank you for the info

[@Tbarlow99]

Thanks for the new video on my BIRTHDAY!!

[@albertoinza9599]

Excellent and enjoyable material

[@v.ra.]

I don’t know if the creator of this channel knows how much these essays inspire. I have picked up the piano and painting because of him and it has made my life so much more meaningful! So grateful that despite all the friction the internet could foster, there are too these individuals and communities that open the door to provide access to the most beautiful rooms of human existence. Thank you, Mr Payne!

[@RotundRat115]

That's awesome! I find the videos calming, informative and positive. It's very peaceful and interesting content and I appreciate the creator/creators very much

[@ivettebuere8993]

I had never heard of Suzanne Valedon, thank you for talking about her. Great video as usual.

[@GreatArtExplained]

She is so underrated - thanks for commenting 🙏

[@alveolate]

she sounds amazing enough to get her own video! please do her more justice :D

[@bobw857]

Is there a biography of this woman? I’d read it.

[@Dayvit78]

I took a 19th century French art course in uni and I don't remember the prof mentioning her!

[@iwonap9823]

Thank you for mentioning her. Your videos are great!

[@brunilda12]

This Channel has some of the best art documentaries I have ever seen.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@alveolate]

they're amazing digests: not too long and not too difficult, so casual curious viewers could get educated without feeling snubbed.

[@tr_pro3878]

I'm art historian, and yet find so much new information. Thank you for so laborous work. I know how long it takes to gather all m right data. Appreciate it. Keep spreading your love of art.

[@Sarahyz]

If there was a love button I would use it for this video. It’s so in sync. Your voiceover that starts after the first melody of Debussy’s impressionist first Arabesque is introduced. Great depth and reflection. Please keep up your amazing work.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thank you 🙏

[@TheRickuren]

I agree - wonderful! (By the way, if you’re interested in further pursuing the beautiful Debussy piano piece playing in the background, it’s his Arabesque No. 1.) Blessings!

[@julesshort9219]

@@TheRickuren thank you! I was wondering what it was. I just knew it's wasn't Claire de lune

[@MusicismoreImportant]

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[@Sarahyz]

@@TheRickuren only just saw your comment, thank you for rectifying that! I edited my comment. :)

[@Polo9794]

Amazing. Parisian born and raised, I've never heard of Suzanne Valadon before. Her paintings feel so modern! Thanks for the discovery, James & Joanne!

[@jshurvell]

Thanks for watching! We also learned a lot about Valadon while researching her. Agreed that her work does feel very modern; she was a big influence on women artists who followed, including Alice Neel and Jenny Saville.

[@nathnieloleary502]

Valadon is such an underrated artist. Thank you for shining the light on her.

[@andrewcarrillo4814]

Never get enough of your videos! I’m an aerospace engineer. I like logic, numbers, and fact. But i really enjoy watching your videos and getting to see the art through your lens and in the context of the times and artists’ lives. To me, your explanation sounds like poetry and for a few minutes, I’m a full blown artist with no regard for the black and white thinking science has engrained in me. I get to see the art through the many shades of grey they truly contain

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks for the comment 🙏

[@thewaywardpoet]

Constantin Brancusi's 18-month walk to Paris makes him even more bad-ass than I already thought him to be. Now THAT'S dedication.

[@oxoxLipGlossxoxo]

I’m so looking forward to a Great Art Cities Explained: New York episode!

[@GreatArtExplained]

There already is one!

[@TheAverageGuy12]

As someone with a passing interest in art over my life, you have not just educated, but made me fall in love with these timeless stories. Compulsory viewing.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@TheAverageGuy12]

@@GreatArtExplained No Sir, thank you. My father's life was as a commercial artist (you know back in the ancient times when it was by hand, not computer) but he never just painted for pleasure. I painted still life in school and was laughed at by my peers, so avoided trying further ridicule, and never again pick up a paintbrush. My father, took some of my work and framed a picture of my watercolour flowers. It still niggles at me the pleasure art brings.

[@bryonyapril6925]

I’d love a whole video on Valadon! I want to go back to Paris so badly, thank you for this video James, as always I can’t wait for the next one

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@welldonewit5129]

Pleasantly surprised that you did another video on art cities🥰 yay!!

[@jshurvell]

Venice is next as we will be covering the art biennale next month, followed by New York in early summer.

[@allysonpitman8127]

These videos are treasures.

[@tomlafferty4651]

I was never much into art, I preferred literature. I always used to think there was so little to interact with in art, but your series has opened the door to me for what's become a new passion, everyone of these videos only inspires me to read and see more. To quote Hamlet, I feel 'as if increased appetite had grown by what it fed on'. Many thanks again James and Joanne.

[@jshurvell]

We're so pleased to hear that, Tom! Our aim is to profile lesser-known art galleries and museums in each city. New York is next.

[@KasiaW-qs6ol]

IT is thanks to this video that I got to know Suzanne Valadon and I fell totally in love with her work. Thank you for that!

[@LeftClickShift]

I really like the narrative contextualization of "Great Art Cities", it gives reason to highlight several different artists in an economical amount of time! For someone who doesn't always know which artist I would like to look into, videos like these really make for great springboards. They always leave me with a few new names to Google, and a few new stories to read - Thanks a ton!

[@dsdsdsssddsdsds1214]

Please James keep on making these videos.. they are work of art in their own right!

[@tobybli]

I never comment on KZbin, but these videos are so good! Thank you for making art so accessible and thank you for introducing me to Suzanne Valadon ❤

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@clareblatchford-hanna4265]

Agreed!

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Paris is indeed not only a cultural City of Light but a City of Art-and your masterful and deeply insightful dissertation embellishes this reputation. Appreciate your featuring Suzanne Valadon and Constantin Brancusi-artists that deserve more credit and recognition.

[@adis.cizmic]

I just come back from my trip to Paris. I spend 3 days just getting lost in the museums and looking at the art there. It was unbelievable. There is still so much things left to see that i will have to go again and again ❤

[@croatianshiftry]

Ohhh fantastic! I'm always ecstatic, when you upload Mr. Payne! Thank you for your hard work. It is always appreciated!

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks for your support 🙏

[@yecyec2499]

Another great content! Can we take for a moment to appreciate James’ pronunciation of the names? It is excellent! My favourite was Van Gogh! 👏❤️👍🏻

[@s.o.3753]

I love the “Great Art Cities” sub-series. Really makes one long to travel again. Thanks again for all your great videos 🙏❤️

[@Kokorba6iqta]

The level of attention to detail in this channel challenges the mastery of the art it talks about. Definitely one of the gems in youtube.

[@kibibishaw1194]

Thank you so much for your craft! We love these kinds of videos. And you have a bona fide “radio voice” ❣️✨

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks!

[@vittoriaramondelli7746]

I can't begin to say how much I appreciate your videos. The references, the context, the pace, the details, the image choices... every aspect of your videos is so intriguing, nourishing and satisfying! I consider myself knowledgeable in art but when I watch your channel I realize there is so much more to learn. I can't get enough, please keep making more

[@mrOsssian]

Artworks can make working from home bearable. These videos are the perfect lunch break. Much appreciated!

[@24sherbear]

This is a great way to put the artists works in to perspective. I am a docent at our University museum. I love to introduce people to connections that artists have with each other and also with music, literature, even sports. Connecting them to great cities seems unique to me. Thank you.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@ErniJota]

These videos are as stunning as the art that it presents. I'm very ignorant on classical arts, but these videos changed my whole perspective in appreciating art as a whole. Amazing work

[@audrey93ify]

I love this channel! I only discovered it last week but wow such high quality content ... Keep up the excellent work!

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@justinscarred]

I watch very few channels but this one is always fantastic

[@jamessunderland362]

At last! It always makes my day when I see you’ve put a video out. By far the best art history Chanel on KZbin. Thank you!

[@Zeel_BTS]

Thank you so much for talking about Suzanne Valedon. I watched her part twice. SO inspiring.

[@pac2718]

Another superb episode. This series is really amazing. Thank you for making me discover Suzanne Valadon. Female artists need more exposure and recognition. Looking forward to New York.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@isaiah3872]

I appreciate the engaging way in which you explain great art without sounding pretentious.

[@yesfinallygot1]

what a promising series, can't wait for the next one!

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks 🙏

[@isabellaaurora4841]

What a delightful series! I am an art guide in Paris and it's so great to have the special attentjom given to these parts of the city's artistic tapestry. Congrats

[@GreatArtExplained]

Oh Merci!

[@iamrjdennis]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing these wonderful videos! ❤

[@anxioushungry3317]

Another great video! Really love the commentary on African idols and their influence on cubism! It’s rarely ever touched on in history (or even art history) classes.

[@breezus3928]

You took me right back to discovering Valadon for the first time at Musée de Montmartre! I spent much of the visit on the verge of tears because her work spoke to me so much. Thank you for this series: it's reminding not only how much I love art, but how much I miss traveling!

[@math4u88]

Some months ago I knew nothing about art (and nor was I interested in it ), but this channel introduced me to art world and it was love at first sight. THANK YOU so much.

[@maryschvoice]

Whenever I watch your content I wonder how do you do to find such amazing footage, the quality of each painting it’s amazing. Congrats to you and your research team.

[@MariaVosa]

I really love this new series and its themes. To explore connections between artists and places over time is such a unique but insightful way of telling art history. Excellent work both of you!

[@jshurvell]

Thank you, Maria! We've visited many cities and many galleries together so it makes sense to share our knowledge!

[@cataartusa6774]

I’m left in awe everytime you put, into such a short amount of time, knowledge that is so valuable. Thank you for this channel, know that it’s highly appreciated all over the globe. Greetings from Argentina 💙

[@GreatArtExplained]

Gracias 🙏

[@cronkitesatellite]

Another masterpiece!! Well done. I just cannot get enough of your videos.

[@angelinathedrifter]

While drawing I discover wat I really want 2 say' Dario Fo ✌ thank you..u are a 'Gem' m' an old soul n always will be 👑

[@flakes1184]

Such a lovely and fitting use of Debussy’s Arabesques! Sent chills down my spine. Thank you for making these videos, Mr. Payne.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks for watching

[@garssympa500]

I always watch and listen to these videos with amazement. I knew nothing of Suzanne Valadon. I am a patreon and I love this channel.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Thanks so much for supporting the channel through Patreon! It’s appreciated 🙏

[@aaronbegg3827]

Looking forward to New York!

[@corcealidia9345]

I said to myself I would watch just a few minutes of this video, but really couldn't stop until I finished it. So informative and beautiful!

[@terrya9896]

I had the pleasure of seeing Dance at Bougival last year when the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston loaned some of their impressionist collection to the NGV in Melbourne. Now learning about Suzanne Valadon and how awesome she was makes that memory even cooler! Thanks!

[@XaimeAneiros]

Wonderful! Thank you!

[@jackwalter5030]

Your best video yet. I need to watch this several times to get all the knowledge contained within it. Fantastic!

[@anaradutoiu3789]

My grandma is from Hobița, the village where Brâncuşi was born, in Romania. I used to visit the village as a child and play in the garden of Brâncuşi's memorial house every summer. It irs pretty crazy to think about this know when I can actually appreciate his work and his impact in the sculpture world.

[@jshurvell]

Nice anecdote. thanks for sharing!

[@nadfowler4171]

Speechless! Incredibly lovely study.

[@Naruto_from_the_Naruto_show]

I'm going to Paris for the first time soon, since we will be going to the museum I thought I should brush up a little on art, just so I can take in their meaning and appreciate their beauty a little more and MAN, I couldn't have asked for a better channel!

[@ChemistRNS]

Thanks James and Joanne! Fantastic work as always

[@jshurvell]

thanks! NYC is next - end of July.

[@toogoodtobetrue.87]

As a medical student and an art enthusiastic, your channel helps me alot in knowing more about art and the artists. And that's fabulous!!!! Thank you!

[@taraking5559]

I really appreciate your commentaries on art. I could listen for hours. Thank you.

[@bee-cs9gt]

Thank you for all this free content. I forgot how much i loved art before and then i saw this channel by accident and im in love again

[@deborahrobertson8606]

Just wonderful, thank you. A friend recommended your work. I now have an absorbing journey ahead of me. Can't wait !!!

[@canyonbreeze007]

Very enlightening! You introduced a lot of artists that not very familiar to general people. Thank you so much!

[@nataliedimanche2206]

Great Art videos have become a delightful part of my life recently. Please continue sharing your expertise with us, it is such a generous gift. Your videos always make my day, thank you for efforts, James!

[@jennw6809]

Excellent video as always. Thank you for bringing Joanne Shurvell to my attention!!

[@franciscobello1519]

Wow, grateful for the intro to Valadon, will look more of her work up!

[@lilyanne492]

Love your videos! Always excited to see when you post new stuff. Thank you for making these, as always, your passion shines through :)

[@vanceofthewall475]

I absolutely love your videos James! You hit right out of the park yet again! Cheers

[@Na7lasterone]

Having Paris in our planet is truly a blessing

[@a-complished4406]

Your narration is superb. Passionately calm. It’s meant to lecture about art. I’m so happy to discover Valadon, I have to thank you for that.

[@cass1115]

This series is so engaging. It's great to hear about the process of creating the art and the shaping of the artist while also looking at the larger cultural context and influences :)

[@ljc4721]

Excellent work as always James, my favourite channel on KZbin! Very excited to see Brancusi appear in one of your videos - keep it up.

[@zenasubere]

This channel is a gold mine! Thank you so much, James. Looking forward to your next video!

[@adrielsteremberg5737]

There are no words to explain how greatful I am that you started this amazing channel

[@TheDexterSherman]

Watching these videos puts my mind in a different frame of thinking and they calm me in new ways. Thank you!

[@Niaemma]

This is so crazy!! I just went to the Louvre two days ago and I sat and looked at the raft of Medusa because of your video and I was so excited to see it for myself. Paris is such a great city of art.

[@GreatArtExplained]

Excellent 👍

[@Na7lasterone]

France in a painting: Liberty Leading the People France in a music: Debussy's Clair de Lune And you have added both masterpieces in your video. Great content as always. Thank you.

[@maryroberts9315]

I love learning about the context of these artists’ lives. Their peers, friends, rivals, mentors and cultural influences really adds to my appreciation of the work. I didn’t know about Valadon as an artist. So talented!

[@baharbea]

Loved, loved, and loved again! I'd love to see Amadeo Modigliani here too❤️ I watched the movie and so I'm searching for more....

[@haidaralhaibi4416]

I don't know how to thank you for this content, Iam really wondering how such useful and highly valuable content is free. I used to play the video while painting and this really make me relaxed.🙏🏻♥️

[@matthieujoly]

Fantastic ! ... would love to say "as always", but, in fact each time i've watch another of your production, it's better and better. Again, thank you !

[@GreatArtExplained]

Oh thanks 🙏

[@gtbsbe3465]

absolutely adore this new content, passed on this channel to my Cultural Anthro teacher and he absolutely loves it. please keep this content coming!

[@TheStuffIsStuff]

I always love your writing, that walking across Europe line was godly. Excited for your next video!

[@SatansLittleHelper8331]

Fantastic as always. I love the way you connect the works of different artists and make understanding not only one of them in particular but a whole era so much easier. Thank you so much for educating us about art in such an articulate and beautiful way!

[@venice9438]

Another wonderful video, thank you so much James. This series has been so enlightening.

[@zaraamiraghyan6762]

A big thank you for the work you're doing. This video is one of the most touching ones in the list. I feel your deep love towards art. So keep making new videos, your work is appreciated!!!

[@wcjerky]

Thank you for creating a vibrant video for the place of, "liberté, égalité, fraternité."

[@weekendthreat5576]

Another fantastic video. Thank you for making understanding the works and lives of these artists so accessible to all

[@jacquelinebriones7541]

Always love watching these cause it actually keep my attention

[@letsif]

Once again, your explanatory grace and wonderfully researched narrative is an absolute pleasure to watch.

[@twingzable]

I've had the privilege of visiting Paris twice. I love it so much .

[@gcarlson]

I want to tell you how important these wonderful videos are to me, as I am finally striking out on my own with my own voice. Literally and figuratively. The individualism and homage each of these artists exemplify and display in their process is brought to light with the narration, pointing out what matters. It helps me to understand what I am trying to do with sound and rhythm and melody. I am awestruck by how much I have gained just by watching your short and long version videos. Mahalo!

[@GreatArtExplained]

So glad you are inspired - thanks 🙏

[@marcoscherrutti1451]

thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. It's channels like this one that keep KZbin alive

[@jphamtv]

I love this new series on art cities. Please keep ‘em coming

[@jamespires3383]

Blown away by this, great job James!

[@Homme927]

Thank you for this video. I'm a huge fan of Brancusi. It's great to see him being covered.

[@jasmeenmalhotra2225]

I love all your videos, but thanks for doing Paris :) One still feels that electricity on the streets of Paris in a way that’s rare amongst art cities.

[@bobloblaw2342]

this channel always makes my day better, thanks again

[@iiiJenii]

Yess!!! I’ve beeen waiting all day!! Thank you for the upload!!!