Art of Darkness: Goya’s Demons

From his early mastery of portraiture to his late, harrowing Black Paintings, Francisco de Goya (1746-1828) chronicled the upheavals of his time while battling his own demons. Today, his work feels as prescient and relevant as ever, capturing a world at odds with itself.

In this special live episode of the cult Art of Darkness, hosts Kevin Kautzman and Abbie Lucas recount Goya’s story through the most demonic modern medium: the podcast. Beginning at the end with the haunting Black Paintings, they will trace the artist’s story to his early life, rise to fame, and the controversies surrounding his Naked Maja portrait. Through his work and biography, the hosts will explore how Goya’s vision emerged from a time of war, revolution, and personal turmoil, leaving us with some of art history’s most unsettling and enduring images.

Art of Darkness is a podcast that explores the “darker side of creativity” through the biographies of (safely dead) artists, creatives, and intellectuals who made history and continue to move our culture today.

Expect an evening of insight, dark humour, and storytelling that reveals that Goya’s shadow monsters are, in fact, still present. The conversation will immerse you in the artist’s work and life, offering a fresh perspective on one of art’s most enigmatic figures.