The Pre-Raphaelite Podcast

It feels like Spring has finally sprung, the sun is out and May Day has been and gone. This means that it is the perfect time to welcome back Pre-Raphaelite Society's poet-in-residence Sarah Doyle for something a little different. Sarah reads a selection of Pre-Raphaelite poetry based around the theme of Spring and one her own excellent compositions. If you like this episode, we will make it a seasonal feature. 

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We are delighted to welcome Dr Amy Lim to the podcast to discuss the exhibition 'Now You See Us: Women Artists in Britain 1520-1920' which opens at Tate Britain on May 16th. Amy speaks about the enormous scope of such an exhibition through key themes and barriers in the field women's art which have recurred across the centuries. With plenty of nineteenth century and Pre-Raphaelite adjacent artists on display, this exhibition is one...

We are delighted to welcome Elizabeth Prettejohn and Peter Trippi to the podcast to discuss the stunning exhibition 'Pre-Raphaelites: Modern Renaissance'. Currently open at the Musei di San Domenico in Forlì, near Bologna, this incredible project traces the influence of Italian art on the Pre-Raphaelites. Elizabeth and Peter discuss the big themes and ideas of the exhibition, as well as the logistics of such a monumental task. 

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It is a pleasure to introduce Rocío Moyano Rejano to the podcast. Rocío is a PhD student from the University of Malaga who studies the depictions and legacies of Shakespeare's heroines in art and literature. Rocío talks to us about the longstanding cultural impact of Ophelia and how various Pre-Raphaelite artists chose to engage with her story. 

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We are delighted to welcome the wonderful Kyle Cassidy and Trillian Stars to the podcast to talk about their latest project which combines incredible photographic images alongside the poetry of Elizabeth Siddall. Kyle and Trillian have a long, rich history in photography, modelling and film making. Today they tell us how a trip to London grew into this stunning compilation. 

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We are pleased to welcome the Pre-Raphaelite Society's poet-in-residence Sarah Doyle for something a little different. Sarah reads and explores two poems that have influenced Pre-Raphaelite works, 'La Belle Dame sans Merci' by John Keats and the iconic 'The Lady of Shalott' by Alfred Lord Tennyson. Sarah also reads her own wonderful work 'Cursed'. We hope you enjoy this episode and we will welcome Sarah back for more readings in th...

We are delighted to welcome the wonderful Frances Dickey to the podcast to talk about the influences of Rossetti on T.S. Eliot. This episode focuses on both 'The Blessed Damozel' and 'The Wasteland' but Rossetti's influence on Eliot was multifaceted and, at times, a point of disgust and of uncanny personal similarity. 

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We are delighted to welcome Stuart Eggleton to the Podcast to talk about an exciting new play based on the life of Simeon Solomon. Stuart outlines his journey of rigorous research and creative thinking that has informed the play and the characterisation of Solomon, particularly around his identity as a gay, Jewish artist who suffered for his outsider status.

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We are delighted to welcome the wonderful Margje Bijl to the podcast to talk about her upcoming exhibition 'Looking for Janey'. Margje, an amazing multi-medium artist and creator, has been fascinated and inspired by Jane Morris' life and striking appearance in portraits and photographs for many years. She shares her unique story, research and artistic approaches with us today. 

'Looking for Janey' opens at the Pulchri Studio in The...

It was a pleasure to join Victoria Osborne from Birmingham Museums to discuss the hotly awaited homecoming of the 'Victorian Radicals' exhibition from a long, but successful, trip to America. Victoria tells us about the importance of the Birmingham collection and what treasures we can expect to see. From paintings to furniture to clothing, the Birmingham collection is truly astonishing; alongside some old favourites, there are many...

We are delighted to welcome Dr Peter Forsaith and Dr Ruth Slatter to the podcast to talk about the life, times and works of James Smetham. A recent exhibition of Smetham's work at Bewdley Museum explored the themes of spirituality and mental illness and the impact they had on Smetham's work and life. Despite close friendships with Ruskin and D.G. Rossetti, Smetham's devout Methodism and poor mental health meant that he often strugg...

It is a pleasure to welcome the legendary art historian and scholar Pamela Gerrish Nunn to the podcast to talk about the life and times of Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale. Brickdale is considered among the 'Neo-Pre-Raphaelites', the final generation of the nineteenth-century. As such, she carried Pre-Raphaelitism into the twentieth century and into very different social and artistic contexts. 

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We are delighted to welcome the wonderful Marina Elphick to the podcast. A figurative and textile artist, Marina has combined her multiple talents to create a range of Muse Dolls inspired by the lives and paintings of women within the Pre-Raphaelite movement. Marina discusses her creative process with us, sharing her insights into the lives and stories of her 'muses'. 

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A first for us. We are live in front of a studio audience at Delaware Art Museum for the Pre-Raphaelite Weekend celebrating the launch of 'The Rossettis'. Alex, Sheri and Hannah are joined by Delaware's Sophie Lynford to discuss the transition of the exhibition from The Tate in London, what is new and different, how the launch has gone and answering questions from the audience. We would like to extend our thanks to Sophie Lynford a...

We are delighted to welcome Celia Ramino to the podcast. Better know online as Artista Prerrafaelita, Celia speaks to Ester about her work in sharing and communicating a love of Pre-Raphaelite art with the people of Spain and across the world. Through shared mythology and broad cultural themes, Artista Prerrafaelita uses modern media technology to research and present on Pre-Raphaelite art to communities less familiar with this art...

To coincide with the Pre-Raphaelite Society's Annual General Meeting, we are pleased to present this episode featuring esteemed guest Tim Barringer. Tim engages in a conversation with Sheri, delving into his enduring fascination with the Pre-Raphaelites and his substantial contributions to the re-evaluation and presentation of this artistic movement. Moreover, Sheri and Tim explore the forthcoming Pre-Raphaelite weekend at the Dela...

After the success of 'The Rossettis' at the Tate, the entire exhibition is moving across the ocean to Delaware Art Museum. Earlier this year, Sheri met with the mastermind behind the project, Sophie Lynford, to discuss this monumental collaboration and the importance of the Delaware Pre-Raphaelite collection. There is an important update at the end of this episode about what you can expect at the opening party and how to get your t...