September 22, 2020
Interview with Daniel Graves
In this podcast, Emilio Longo interviews traditional realist painter, etcher and teacher, Daniel Graves. Daniel is known as a champion of the Humanist tradition in contemporary Florentine painting who founded the ever-popular Florence Academy of Art in Florence, Italy; a school which has been categorised as the “Harvard of traditional realism.” As a foremost steward of beauty and fine craftsmanship, Daniel has trained many painters in methods derived from his intensive study of Renaissance and nineteenth century artists and the teachers which he trained under. Topics covered range from Daniel’s journey discovering pieces of the lost tradition through artist-teachers who include, Frank Russell, Joseph Shepard, Richard Serrin, Richard Lack and Pietro Annigoni, as well as the early beginnings of the Florence Academy of Art and the stories involved with the many students and teachers who Daniel encountered along the way. Information regarding Daniel’s philosophy on art, teaching, culture and beauty are shared as well as the evolution of his drawing and painting over the years. Further to this, Daniel also shares what he has planned for the future of his school and his advice for the next generation of realist painters and sculptors.
Daniel's Website: www.danielgravesart.com
Daniel's Email: danielgraves333@yahoo.com
Florence Academy of Art (Daniel's school): www.florenceacademyofart.com