A Scholarly Skater
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Busting Myths About Art History
Today, I’ll debunk some common misconceptions about being an art historian. I hear these a lot when I talk about my work.
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What Is an Art Historian?
Simply put, an art historian is someone who studies and interprets historical art and architecture. Find out more in this article.
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Be Good Looking (at art): Tips for Seeing Art in Museums
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in an art museum, you’re not alone. Here are a few things I’ve discovered about the best ways to see art in museums.
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A Review of the Morgan Library and Museum
My experience at the Morgan Library and Museum, a New York City museum of rare books and manuscripts, works on paper, and other small treasures.
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A Guide to Classical Roman Architecture
Understand the major ideas and components of classical Roman architecture. What was its context, and what later monuments did it influence?
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A Guide to Classical Greek Architecture
Ancient or classical Greek architecture formed the basis for so much of Euro-American architecture. Learn about its main forms and ideas.
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The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms
A short account of my Christmastime visit to the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms. It was the home of American designer and entrepreneur Gustav Stickley.
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A Guide to Renaissance Architecture
A guide to recognizing and appreciating Renaissance architecture. Includes background, key ideas, important architects, and examples.
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A Guide to Fauvism
Understand the painting style Fauvism. Learn about its key artists and works, underlying ideas, historical background, and how to recognize it.
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A Guide to Cubism
How to recognize and understand Cubism. Learn about the key artists, underlying ideas, and background.
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Gargoyles and Grotesques of Glynallen Castle, New Jersey
Two picturesque grotesques from a fantastical, Tudor-inspired mansion in New Jersey.
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John Singer Sargent
An article about Sargent’s portraits and thoughts on Strapless, a book about Sargent and Madame X.
