We’re chatting with Dr. Elizabeth Lev on the podcast today! An art historian and all-around lover of all things art, Dr. Lev has a fascinating perspective on why art and beauty are so important to the Catholic Church. She talks about why the Sistine Chapel has feminist undertones, her favorite pieces of religious art, and how art can be used to evangelize, uplift, and inspire. Enjoy!
Topics discussed:
- Why Dr. Lev loves art
- Why the Vatican doesn't just sell its art and give the money to the poor
- The difference between poverty and spiritual poverty
- The importance of beauty for our souls
- Her "must-sees" for Catholic art fans
- Why the Sistine Chapel is full of girl power
- Dr. Lev's issues with modern art
We mentioned:
- Sainte-Chapelle
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Dr. Lev's TED Talk
- Dr. Lev's work in Aleteia
- Lavinia Fontana