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Art Virgins : From Clueless to Collectors

Art Virgins : From Clueless to Collectors

Zahra & Sami
Released: 2025-12-03
© Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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14 Episodes
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14 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2025-12-03
© Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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Episode 11 – Science & Art Deco

Episode 11 – Science & Art Deco

To make the most out of your listening experience, follow along with the episode’s Wingman post on our Instagram: @artvirgins. Show Notes: In this episode, Zahra takes us on an unexpected journey to what she calls the happiest place on earth — and
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To make the most out of your listening experience, follow along with the episode’s Wingman post on our Instagram: @artvirgins.
Show Notes:
In this episode, Zahra takes us on an unexpected journey to what she calls the happiest place on earth — and spoiler: it’s nowhere near Disneyland. From particle accelerators to mind-bending artist residencies, she opens a door into a world where science and creativity collide in the most surprising ways.
Then Sami shifts gears and brings us back to the streets of Paris for the 100-year anniversary of a movement we all think we know… until we realize we don’t. Dramatic entrances, glamorous lines, and a story that all begins with one very peculiar exhibition.
Are you ready to see physics and design with completely new eyes? Let’s dive in.
Highlights:
Zahra reveals the unexpected reason CERN might actually be the real happiest place on earth
A behind-the-scenes look at Arts at CERN — the artist residency program nobody sees coming
The strange, futuristic artworks hiding in plain sight on CERN’s campus
How physics secretly shapes everything from your steps to your favorite masterpieces
Sami unpacks the (surprisingly messy) origin story of Art Deco
Why 1925 Paris hosted one of the most influential exhibitions of the century
The visual codes that define Art Deco — from speed lines to ships, subways, and sleek geometry
A poster so iconic it becomes the symbol of early Art Deco glamour
What we promised:
The Arts at CERN program
The giant CERN statue with formulas
Black Quantum Futurism
A.M. Cassandre’s Normandie ocean liner poster
The 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts DĂ©coratifs et Industrielles Modernes
Episode ID: 1000739434738
GUID: ArtVirgins.podbean.com/2a945759-9ee5-30f5-8c0d-db3750fa9a20
Release Date: 03/12/2025, 09:30:00

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🎨 Art Virgins: From Clueless to Collectors 🎨
Ever walked into a museum and felt totally lost? Or thought art collecting was only for millionaires? We get it—because that was us. Two friends, complete beginners, decided to start collecting art with zero knowledge (unless you count knowing that Da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa).
Each week on Art Virgins, we share our step-by-step journey into the art world—learning, laughing, and exploring over coffee. Together, we’ll uncover how to actually enjoy art, understand different movements, and build a collection no matter your budget.
We explore the questions every beginner has but is too shy to ask, like:
How do you enjoy a museum without feeling overwhelmed?
Do you need to be rich to start an art collection?
How does context change the way we experience a piece of art?
How do artists redefine movements—and how does personal style and courage shape an artist’s legacy?
What’s the difference between surrealism, pop art, abstract art, and contemporary art?
Can street art be both business and authentic expression?
How do you prepare for an exhibition so you actually enjoy it?
Along the way we share beginner-friendly breakdowns of movements, stories of famous and contemporary artists, visits to exhibitions, museums, and street art shows, plus tips on how to start your own collection—no matter your budget.
Art Virgins is for you if you’ve ever felt:
Intimidated by galleries and art jargon.
Curious about art but unsure where to start.
Overwhelmed by centuries of art history.
Like you don’t “belong” in museums.
Or simply eager to impress your friends, partner, or colleagues with real art knowledge.
Whether you want to enjoy museums without feeling lost, start an affordable collection, or simply sound smart about art at dinner parties—Art Virgins will take you there.
👉 Subscribe now to begin your journey into the art world, one question (and one coffee) at a time.

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