s2e33 History of Prints William Hogarth, Enlightenment Satirist (part one)

In this episode of Platemark, Tru  and I (Ann) explore the life and work of William Hogarth, the first British artist featured on the history of Western prints series. Hogarth, renowned as the father of Western sequential art, is highlighted through detailed analyses of his series A Harlot's Progress and A Rake's Progress, as well as Marriage A-la-Mode. The episode delves into 18th-century London's morality, capturing the societal and artistic context of Hogarth's work. Highlights include discussions on the intricacies of Hogarth's prints, his depiction of social issues, the impact of his work on English law, and his mixed successes in various art forms. The episode also hints at upcoming discussions on Hogarth's later works and contributions in part two.