Episode Details

This month, our Full Bio series is dedicated to the life and art of controversial French painter Paul Gauguin. Our guest is Sue Prideaux, author of the book Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin. 

Part 1: Prideaux discusses Gauguin's childhood in Peru, and explains why she wanted to write a book about an artist who has been controversial among contemporary art fans.

Part 2: Prideaux discusses the beginnings of Gauguin's artistic career, and his meaningful but tumultuous friendship with Vincent Van Gogh.

Part 3: Prideaux discusses how moving to Tahiti influenced Paul Gauguin's life and art.