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Without Camille Pissarro, there is no Impressionist movement. He is rightfully known as the father of Impressionism. It was a dramatic path that Pissarro followed, and throughout it all he wrote extensively to his family. It is through these intimate and revealing letters that this gripping film reveals Pissarro’s life and work. Born in the West Indies, Pissarro found his passion in paint as a young man in Paris, and by the age of 43 had corralled a group of enthusiastic artists into a new collective. Their first show was scorned by the critics, but the group had acquired a new name: the Impressionists. For the next 40 years Pissarro was the driving force behind what has today become the world’s favourite artistic movement. The Ashmolean Museum has a long tradition of excellence. As the UK’s first ever public museum (it opened its doors in May 1683) it houses a wonderfully rich collection, including the remarkable Pissarro archive. With exclusive access to most extensive archive of

Lucas Cranach the Elder (c. 1472-1553) is a major artist of the German Renaissance, working in Wittenberg in the first half of the 16th century. Official painter to Frederic the Wise, the Prince Regent of Saxony, he was close to the reformer Martin Luther. As well as biblical themes, he was above all interested in portrayal of the female nude, as in the “Adam and Eve” of Besancon or the famous “Three Graces”, recently acquired by the Louvre after a fund raising appeal. Enjoy your visit!

Edouard Vuillard (1868-1940), find our comments on the works of this founder of the Nabi movement.

Raphael Federici (street artist), Marine Goodmorning (illustrator), Luca Fiore (cartoonist) and Harry Boudchicha (drawing teacher) reveal their best drawing techniques. Each episode focuses on a specific subject: movement, oil painting, shadows, hair... For the first 10 minutes, each artist gives a theoretical lesson illustrated by sketches. Then they each start working on their creation. Finally, they end with a debrief, comparing and explaining their techniques

In 64 episodes, fun and educational, you will know how to draw an airplane, a fireman, a haunted mansion, a soccer player, a sunset, a lion, the Eiffel Tower, seashells, a fairy... Our master draftsman Gia-Haï Phan will show you the basics of a successful drawing: proportions, perspectives, values, contrasts, volumes, blending, everything is covered.

In 1050, one of the first major pilgrimage churches in the Western world was built at Conques, in the middle of the wild Aveyron landscape. This was the birth of "Romanesque" architecture. The abbey church - i.e., a church belonging to an abbey - at Conques is one of the most important structures built in 11th-century France. Its coherence, its location - a small village in the Rouergue region, far from the main medieval traffic routes - its innovative aspect, its state of preservation and the fact that the relics for which it was built are still in situ, make the church at Conques the best work of art for approaching Romanesque architecture in France. In other words, to try and understand how architecture was made at that time in our history, and to dismantle not only the building itself, but also a number of preconceived ideas about Romanesque art, starting with its very name, which is an intellectual construct of the 19th century, or to put it another way: those who built Conques

Based on a major exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, Tokyo Stories spans 400 years of incredibly rich art, from Hokusai’s prints to Pop Art posters, via contemporary photography, manga, cinema and street art. The exhibition was a huge success and attracted a significantly younger and more diverse audience than usual. The film draws on the exhibition to take us to Tokyo and explore the city’s art and artistic figures in greater depth. A superbly illustrated and richly detailed documentary, which traces the journey of a metropolis marked by ceaseless cycles of destruction and rebirth throughout its 400-year history, to become one of the most dynamic and fascinating cities in the world today.

Multi-award-winning director Phil Grabsky takes a fresh look at arguably the world's most beloved artist, using the words of the painter himself. I, Claude Monet reveals new facets of the man who gave birth to the Impressionist movement with one painting, and who was certainly one of the most influential and renowned painters of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Shot on location across Europe, I, Claude Monet is an unprecedented, intimate film exploration of some of Western art's most beloved cult settings.

Discover the work of Matisse through the exhibitions at Tate Modern in London and MoMA in New York (2014) and enjoy the original performance of Royal Ballet star dancer Zenaida Yanowsky, who interprets the colors and dynamism of Matisse's painting to the jazz music of Courtney Pine. Punctuated by interviews with experts and rare archival footage of Matisse at work, this documentary will provide a special insight into the last chapter of the painter's career.

Paolo Veronese (1528 - 1588) is known as a great colourist and for his trompe-l'œil frescoes and oil paintings.

Housing a huge collection of European paintings from the Renaissance at the end of the 18th century, the Alte Pinakothek in Munich brims over with masterpieces. In particular it boasts several paintings by the great Flemish artist, Rubens, such as “The Battle of the Amazons”. Notice as well Durer’s “Paumgartner Altarpiece”, the impressive “Battle of Alexander at Issus” by the painter Altdofer, and also the “Land of Cockaigne” by Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Enjoy your visit!

Graffiti World is a short program dedicated to contemporary urban art around the world. Each episode explores a specific city, highlighting iconic works of street art. Local soundscape accompanies the images for an authentic, commentary-free immersion. The program showcases the creativity and diversity of artistic expression in public spaces. An invitation to discover the richness of graffiti as an art form in its own right.

Comic and entertainer Jim Moir and his wife Nancy Sorrell are Road Tripping in Kent today. Better known as Vic Reeves, Jim brings his unique brand of humour to the business of buying antiques. While model and TV presenter Nancy also knows a thing or two about bargaining and she’s very competitive! The couple are ably assisted by experts Charlie Ross and Thomas Plant. Look out for Jim’s uncanny gift of guessing the age of just about anything, Dixon crossing the Niagara Falls and how to navigate by Longitude. Plus will the mysterious Mrs Parker turn up to the auction?

Pablo Picasso is one of the world's greatest artists, and until his death in 1973, he was its most prolific. How did it all begin? After being ignored for too long, it's time to focus on the artist's early years and the upbringing that enabled him to achieve the extraordinary. Three cities played a key role: Malaga, Barcelona and Paris. Young Picasso traverses them and explores their influence on the artist, analyzing specific works from his early years.

Known for his outspoken, vitriolic views, Rudy Ricciotti is first and foremost a great architect who describes himself as local, mannerist and petit bourgeois. Winner of the Grand Prix National d'Architecture in 2006, his fame exploded with the creation of the Mucem (Musée des Civilisations Européennes et de la Méditerranée), inaugurated in 2013. Structured around the construction of one of his last buildings: the 19 M or Manufacture de la mode, for Chanel, the film traces his gradual rise, his sources of inspiration and his architectural commitments, which are not devoid of political orientation.

In this episode we will meet the artist Christian Lapie. He is an artist who created works and installations that surprised and seduced the public. But in the mid-1990s, he abandoned his projects in search of a universal message. Since then, he has devoted himself to sculpture and has installed his statues all over the world.

Leonardo da Vinci is one of the world's most adored artists. Numerous films and documentary series have focused on his uncommon genius, but without paying attention to what speaks for itself: his art. Leonardo da Vinci's incomparable paintings and drawings will be the focus of our film, and Exhibition on Screen will present all the paintings attributed to him.

Graffiti World is a short program dedicated to contemporary urban art around the world. Each episode explores a specific city, highlighting iconic works of street art. Local soundscape accompanies the images for an authentic, commentary-free immersion. The program showcases the creativity and diversity of artistic expression in public spaces. An invitation to discover the richness of graffiti as an art form in its own right.

Prog rocker Rick Wakeman and best mate Ian Lavender, loved as Pike from Dad’s Army, enjoy a jolly B-road ride around Norfolk. In the company of experts Raj Bisram and David Harper the two antique hunting celebrities scour the county for treasure to take to auction in Nottingham. Rick also uncovers some hidden medieval graffiti in Norwich Cathedral while Ian detours to north Norfolk to see the world’s largest collection of model soldiers. But, will an wise old Japanese man help Ian win at auction?

In this episode, we will meet Giles Clarke, photojournalist. He has covered many areas of conflict and humanitarian crisis. He will tell us about the dangers of his work, the difficulties it presents, his motivations, and his views on the world around us and its crises.

Private visit takes you to discover the exhibition "Kasimir Zgorecki, photographing "Little Poland" 1924-1939" at the Louvre Museum in Lens. In the middle of the 20th century, Kasimir Zgorecki worked in the mining basin of northern France. This exhibition takes place in a particular context because it is the centenary of the signing of an agreement between France and Poland on emigration and immigration, which led to the massive arrival of Polish workers in France to work in the mines. This is the case of the photographer Kasimir Zgorecki.

Private Tour takes you to discover the exhibition "Red ! From Jean-Jacques Henner to Sonia Rikiel" at the Jean-Jacques Henner National Museum in Paris. The theme of red hair seems to be a real subject in 19th century painting. During this visit, you will be able to observe paintings by Auguste Renoir, Edgard Maxence but especially Jean-Jacques Henner and Sonia Rikiel.

Raphael Federici (street artist), Marine Goodmorning (illustrator), Luca Fiore (cartoonist) and Harry Boudchicha (drawing teacher) reveal their best drawing techniques. Each episode focuses on a specific subject: movement, oil painting, shadows, hair... For the first 10 minutes, each artist gives a theoretical lesson illustrated by sketches. Then they each start working on their creation. Finally, they end with a debrief, comparing and explaining their techniques

For 5 years, the Masterpiece team has beckoned to make a reconstruction of the famous work 'The Tower of Babel' by Pieter Bruegel (the elder). Due to its complexity and the size (with about 1033 figures the no less than 9 double floors) they never dared. But this year, the team picked up the gauntlet and got the job done, thanks to their extreme perseverance.

Translated into twenty-five languages, Jean-Jacques SEMPÉ is also France's most famous cartoonist. Over the past fifty years, he has touched all populations and all generations. Everyone has their own idea of Sempé. Singers (Anne Sylvestre) and writers (Anna Gavalda, Philippe Delerm, Patrick Modiano, Patrick Süskind...) evoke "Sempé's little man", lost in a world that often went beyond him. But Sempé first and foremost makes us think about the "Human Comedy", thanks to his humorous drawings (with captions) and more "poetic" drawings (without captions). This film aims to enable viewers to look at the world with Sempé, and to penetrate the mystery of the gentle music he composes, inconsolable and cheerful, with his delicate strokes.

The National Gallery of London is offering a fresh look at arguably one of the greatest artists of all – Johannes Vermeer, painter of the famous Girl with a Pearl Earring. In an exhibition entitled ‘Vermeer and Music: The Art of Love and Leisure’, The National Gallery has chosen to focus on Vermeer’s relationship with music. It is one of the most popular themes of Dutch painting and reveals an enormous amount about this most fascinating of artists.

Hopper’s work is the most recognisable art in America – popular, praised, and mysterious. Countless painters, photographers, filmmakers and musicians have been influenced by his art – but who was he, and how did a struggling illustrator create such a bounty of notable work? This new film takes a deep look into Hopper’s art, his life, and his relationships. From his early career as an illustrator; his wife giving up her own promising art career to be his manager; his critical and commercial acclaim; and in his own words – this film explores the enigmatic personality behind the brush…

The story of Christ's death and resurrection has dominated Western culture for 2,000 years. It is probably one of the most significant events in history, found in the Gospels as well as in the paintings of the greatest artists. This feature film explores the story of Easter in art, from the time of the first Christians to the present day. Shot in Jerusalem, the United States and Europe, the film explores the different representations of Easter through the ages, providing a portrait of our shared history.

Test and develop your artistic culture with Art Quiz, the game that will allow you to become unaware of art. Whether it's artists, works of art, artistic trends, the price of works... nothing will be a secret for you anymore. Now it's your turn to play!

Top Italian cooks Antonio Carluccio and Gennaro Contraldo are on a Road Trip around East Anglia. Restaurateurs, writers and old friends the ‘greedy Italians’ will be foraging for antiques in the company of experts David Harper and James Braxton. Watch out for some ‘explosive’ bargaining and an extremely tasty risotto! When he’s not shopping Antonio learns about the brave fisherman of Suffolk who saved mariners’ lives while risking their own. And, Gennaro has a trip to take a peek at a very special bird.

Today, Photo contest takes you to the Rodin Museum. The director of the photographers’ collective Lengos photo prod presents us two of its members who will compete to take the best photograph on the imposed theme: Rodin and his museum.

In the suburbs of Paris, in Boulogne-Billancourt, there is an unusual place, « La ruche du Tag ». It's a space entirely dedicated to artists who are adept at Street Art. But before penetrating in this universe out of the common, it is necessary to leave on the step of the door our preconceived ideas on the graffitis and the Tags.

Take an hour break to discover the work of a French painter, Georges Seurat. You will discover his labour with « Ile de France » landscape, Study for « a Sunday afternoon at the grande jatte », Study for « La grande jatte ».

Take an hour break to discover the work of a French painter, Jean-François Millet. You will discover his labour with Naked woman sleeping, Two bathers or The church at gréville.