Frida Kahlo: The woman behind the legend - Iseult Gillespie
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- čas přidán 27. 03. 2019
- Learn about the life and art of Mexican surrealist painter Frida Kahlo, who explored disability, relationships and Mexican culture in her work.
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In 1925, Frida Kahlo was on her way home from school in Mexico City when the bus she was riding collided with a streetcar. She suffered near-fatal injuries and her disability became a major theme in her paintings. Over the course of her life, she would establish herself as the creator and muse behind extraordinary pieces of art. Iseult Gillespie dives into the life and work of Frida Kahlo.
Lesson by Iseult Gillespie, directed by Ivana Bošnjak and Thomas Johnson.
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I also love their music that plays in it.
And the relaxing voice that tells everything.
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Blows my mind how powerful art can be sometimes.
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@@bigboy6191 nah. I'm not gonna
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The artist behind the art is always interesting.
What a coincidence, I need to study Frida for an art essay on introspection and this should help!
I have to study about her as part of a unit in A-Level Spanish
Lucky
Fridha is one of my favorite artists back in the 20th Century
@Ashoka UK fake......news
Same
It is incredible to see how people around the world value Frida's work while here in Mexico she's so widely diminished as an artist. On many occasions I have heard other Mexicans say that their work has no value at all. I am amazed by the fact that we, the Mexican people, are the ones who judge our artists so negatively, while the rest of the world rejoices with their art.
Thanks Ted-Ed for this and all your amazing videos. Greetings from México
Because she is a mediocre painter.
Totally agree with you. Even if her technique was not the best (I don't know, but that's one of the most common critiques to her art) her concepts are what actually make her paintings great. Though I've always liked her art.
Mexico probably feels a bit jealous that the world appreciated what they ignored so denial would be a good route for them to take I suppose. Happens with the home countries of many world renowed artists and personalities
That's so bull. Mexico loves her, she's even on a bill. Everyone knows who she is.
That’s not true. What are you talking about? México loves her!
She definitely raised a few eyebrows.
this comment is hella underrated.
Siena Q lmaoooo
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I see what ya did right there
In awe of how this animator captured Frida’s style without copying it. That is masterful. What a perfect example of Ted-Ed quality productions!
I agree.
I absolutely worship Frida Kahlo! Her magical realism is profound. Like Kahlo, I have also experienced spinal problems and neuropathic pain for most of my adult life. So her work, especially The Broken Column, gives a beautiful voice to the pain I've had. Thank you for featuring her.
That´s my favorite paint by her too!
Have a nice life ❤
Realism?
After this video i studied about her in internet. She suffered more than anybody.. She contracted polio and bus accident done tremendous damage to her body and she was lived dying, experiencing tremendous pain and her childhood was so sad and her mom sometimes very cruel.. Eventhough she had pain, she laid her footmark in history. And today we are learning about her.. Such a brave heart..
Thanks for introducing to us ted-ed.. You are awesome.. I became fan of your channel..👏👏
She left her footmark because of her relationship with Diego Rivera, like many other women that married important men.
@@oscargarza8392 I don't know what your point is, but go off with your misogyny i guess
@@mariafausti3128 Safe to say he has no appreciation for art.
@@oscargarza8392 that doesnt make sense. have you seen her art??
She’s a reminder that your life doesn’t have to be perfect to be successful
Love you comment
It works for me, thank you
She wasn't very successful during her life though?
I don't know that she considered it sucessful, it would depend what you mean by that. But I don't think her art was appreciated much at all until after her death.
Heck even as a child, she knew that because she didn't let polio stop her from playing sports and studying to be a doctor.
We need more artists like her
Many...many more
Like Surreal-Romanticists who make sense about their state of mind and anguish through apocalyptic undertones and religious and political symbolism?
There are! The art community on IG has plenty. But, they usually have trigger warnings.
There are plenty, just not as iconic or new.
Like one of the best artists of the 20th Century from Pablo Picasso & Georgia O'Keeffe to Salvador Dali & Piet Mondrian.
Well no artist is alike and that's what makes it more precious to have paintings because every person has their own style and expressions. It can also give a glimpse on the way that person lives, experiences, their perspective, beliefs, and their state of mind. We dont need more artists to be like her. Because that takes away the originality
I saw her work and visited her house in Mexico, la casa azul
Me too man
How was it?
So jelly!
Wow that’s really cool I didn’t know her house is blue
My partner is a huge fan of her work, and I can see why.
My Spanish teacher from my old high told me about her.
You should totally check out Remedios Varo, it’s not the same as Frida but if we tal about surrealist art she IS THAT B, and also Leonora Carrington
After going to her house La Casa Azul and seeing some of her striking and almost nightmarish depictions of her disability, I literally had nightmares and was scared. Her art and images of her hospital gowns and back braces stayed in my head for a long time.
I adore Frida. Despite life seeming so cruel and bleak at times, she was always able to find beauty in ugliness and pour her pain into her art. She remained unapologetically herself in an era where individuality was looked down upon.
Like Frida said, the only ones who truly die are the ones who never lived.
Interesting how an era where "individuality was looked down upon" produced so many distinct individuals and how era where individuality is almost venerated produces an army of clones.
Until one day I have never heard of Frida's masterpieces and her existing at all. But my sister invited me on the exhibition in Moscow dedicated to Frida's and Diego's life and art. Since that day i fell in love in Frida Kahlo and everything that reminded about her ever. The film about her life, where Salma Hayek plays the main role, is worth of watching because I have seen it several times and every time I was inspired motivated with her spirit and power.
When I was a very young girl, I've been so in love with her artwork without knowing the stories behind them. There is something dark, hot, painful in those paintings made my imaginations goes high than ever.
"...Together, they travelled the world, and dedicated themselves to art, communist politics and Mexican nationalism."
_...as one does._
Xathal I was afraid they wouldn’t mention that she was a communist
@@liannapfister8255 I'm pleasantly surprised
Goals
@@liannapfister8255 honestly, a little disappointed they didn’t mention her bisexuality...
@@liannapfister8255 imagine if she met trotsky man I hope she was talking about communist politics out of Mexico when Trish died
The animations are SOO GOOD !!!
I totally agree
Frida has always been fascinating to me. I remember doing a report on her in 5th grade. I had to draw her, dress up as her, and give a report. It was so awesome. I love her.
I love Frida Kahlo. She suffered more than anyone, and yet still because one of the most creative minds. She inspires me. I wish I could be just like her. Her artwork is so creative and weird in a good way,
Me too❤
Edit: I added a heart.
Edit#2: I forget about the edit update.
she’s my favorite artist ever. i remember exactly how i felt the first time i see her work, it’s so mesmerizing.
Thank you Ted ed for bringing these powerful and undoubtedly influential women and their work to the spotlight.
Exactly
Yes true
@@zyphonic4512 ikr
Frida Kahlo has always been my idol. I did a project on her for Spanish class, which made me love her even more. There is so much to learn from women from the past, we just have to open up our eyes, ears, and minds.
Year 2023 and Frida is still an example of a warrior for life...viva la vida!
I KNOW HER ! She was in Coco
True
I’ve never watched Coco
@@colleen9493 You MUST see
Julia o.o I knew her before coco :/
I thought it might be the same person!
Very inspiring! That last painting got me feeling all sorts of feels. Very empowering.
That was a brilliant exploration of the work of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. It was very clear, informative and it had a great deal of depth. A+
i have a public art exam tomorrow and i love you for posting this, it'll help with my writing 😭
Hope you pass.
thank you
How did it go ?
i think it went well? i'm gonna get my results in like a month tho
@@KKapp.n how did it go now?
The stop motion painting animation was so good, i couldn't concentrate on the storyline, i was staring at each brush stroke, each frame by frame on repeat, each colour painted and washed off. It was so realistic.
Ted-Ed Has always made education fun for me I used to struggle hard in school and you made school interesting and challenging and I liked it without you I would haven’t been like this today
Multiple drops of tears of joy emerges from my eyes every time I see her work
I can't explain how much I love Frida Kahlo. I've first heard about her when I was 12 when I heard a girl talking about the movie bout her and I thought "wow ! She sounds amazing !" And I watched it the same day. I fell in love. Hard. I have 6 books about her, 2 t-shirts, a small "painting" ... And if someone asks me about her I can't shut up ! I just love her so much, I wish I could go to the casa Azul one day
I love how every TED-Ed video I watch instanly captures my attention with the amazing animation...
Never stop inspiring, TED.
the story is impeccable as the animation and narration! Ted-ed outdone yourself!
I cried watching this... she's inspiring beyond words and I learned about her only today
It's amazing how she didn't care about what others thought..
We need more people like her👏👏
Me too
Oh my God you people make the best videos ever, a tribute to Frida ❤️
I first heard about Frida when I was seven and read a book about a girl who admired her. I was amazed at her unique personality and liberal nature and felt inspired. I am still a little disappointed at the capitalising of her life and suffering, but perhaps , in a way, she would be happy she brings joy to people.
My mum suggested that I use her for my art homework, and after researching her I absolutely adore her
The animation of the heartbeat was just soo beautiful.
I visited her exhibition in my city this winter. Ended up crying my eyes out.
TED Ed makes so many videos, and yet their animations still amaze me every time!
3:00 The subtle track of heartbeat behind the narration adds life to the portraits!
Will you guys do Noli Me Tangere yet?
Waiting for this as well
@@ralphgalang5173 ye
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YES!
Rizal himself is interesting in many ways: from his heroism and his voyages, to his literature and his loves.
Seeing Ted cover him would be great~
I really like Frida, shes so inspiring and brave!
I first learned about Frieda when I was in the third grade. And just remember being so interested by her art and her story.
Artists like her are changing the world !!
My favourite artist. Her story to me is an inspiration. Her suffering polio age 6 to the crash in 1925 (had to do research for an art class) that left her barren and in hospital. The way she portrays that is perfectly shown here.
But even via this video I learnt things I didn’t see during art class. Like the connection between the “two Fridas” and the fact she also put her mental health in her portraits as well as her physical condition.
Thank you TED-Ed for posting this. Well done
absolutely one of my favourite artists!! amazing and lovely video
One of the marvellous artists of all time.. Her works are masterpieces..
Wow, these illustrations must take a long time to make!!! Gotta cherish that.
I'm so happy you made this video!
You people at Ted-Ed have made inspiring videos with beautiful animation, gripping content and soothing, yet captivating narrative... I want to thank you for each piece you have made. You're the reason internet is a wonderful place to be.
I like how despite being disabled as a little kid, Frida was never suicidal because she was able to live life to the fullest by playing sports and studying to be a doctor until the bus accident.
Beautifully animated hommage to a great painter!
I had to analyse one of her paintings for class, and it was very interesting to see all of her imagery, she was very good at portraying her pain in the past and present
Thanks to TED- ed all these kind of lessons have helped me improve my listening comprehension, as well as being entertaining and with relevant topics.
Orgullosamente Mexicano
(Nice video by the way)
A supporting character of the Mexican Pixar animated film Coco has such a huge talent and story to tell.
Hector is gonna be soooo Santa Juanita revolted.
I'd never suspect a self-portrait artist to be so talented.
Her voice makes me feel it...
She is my inspiration. I draw and paint because of her
I am a Filmmaker, I always wondered what she would think of my films. Make them like Martin Scorsese, David Fincher, and Christopher Nolan in my Style
Ted Ed videos are ART! Love them
I love this channel! I am addicted!
man this video is a school of art it's own
Beautiful & so informative, thank you !!💕🙌🏻✨
Thank you for ur work hard, Ted ed. I appreciate a lot. Thank you for the translator especially Indonesia sub, really helpful. Love you guys 😍😍
pesquisei sobre ela esses dias, essa mulher foi muito forte, e além de guerreira, foi uma ótima pintora também, seus quadros são lindos
I'm torn. Love that Ted Ed covered Frida and really love the idea and effort that went into animating this by reproducing her paintings, albeit it in a bit more simplistic way. But at the same, would loved for people to have seen her actual painting at some point in the video, like maybe fading to the real ones or something. That said, really good job. Love this channel!
This moving painting is soo fabulous and this video in general is amazing and so educational.. 🎨😍
I love how you make the video as I saw Frida from a very different and sweet point of view ✨💜😊
OMFGGGGGG YESSS IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR YEARSSSSA 😍😍😍😍😍
Another Great Video From Ted-Ed!
I admire your hard work. You make simplicity look extraordinary. I wish I will work in an indusrty like yours. Congratulations.
I watched one video on Frida for a project now it's everywhere
Looking at the eyes of her self-portrait is like looking unto her soul.
I have the wax museum at my school and I’m going to be Frida Kahlo this helped piece stuff together so thank you
I remember when I was in school, my teacher wanted us to choose someone famous, and I chose her and I learned a lot about her and I became a huge fan of her story and her art.
How do you even make animations like this? :O
I have no idea
But maybe they use website like skill share, it teaches you how to animate videos.
We animated it by moving oil paint on a glass surface capturing one frame at a time.
@@thomasvolda455 ahh 👌
Thomas Volda: “we”?
Is it only me who noticed the sound of a heartbeat in the video (3:00)?
Why did I get a "cry throat" from watching this? Amazing.
I didn’t know this painter until you mentioned.
The Two Fridas.
One bland self disconnected, and one colorful self renewed.
I was gonna comment something but nevermind
this video itself is a work of art
Wow... Fabulous work by Ted ed animators team.. hats off
Finally! It's about time.
I will admit that I am not that educated when it comes to art, but videos like this make art way more interesting
Why dose every video the animations are so good! WHY it’s to good
Love you TedEd you make me blow my art teacher's mind
ted ed makes everything so good!!!!
So beautiful animation, piece of art.
I like how this video use the painting about Frida on the border between Mexico and America on the revolution scene.
respect for all the woman in the world
What about murderers and thieves?
Okay but it is crazy how cool the animation is.
The animation is mesmerising!
The best learning channel
what a coincidence! yesterday i decided to make presentation about her for my class and this video appeared at the very right time. btw, the visuals are amazing!
this video is beautifully made, how did you do this animation?
I.m going to try doing art like this, maybe it will help me understand myself better.
wow the animation.....an artist legend addressed by another artist.
Really great synopsis of a creative genius life.