Sacred Art

Explore how sacred art reveals truth and beauty and goodness. Sacred artists Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray take listeners and viewers on a journey through sacred art to explore what makes art sacred and how art opens a window into what is good and true and beautiful. In each episode, they unearth the hidden treasury, history, and deeper meanings in religious and sacred art.

Whether you are an art aficionado or completely new to art, this show is for you. The Secrets of Sacred Art is produced in both audio and video versions, with the video allowing viewers to see the art being discussed.

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  • Celtic Cross: Untangling the Sacred Mystery

    Celtic Cross: Untangling the Sacred Mystery

    Unearth the rich legacy of Celtic crosses! Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore these iconic symbols of Christian faith in Ireland and Scotland. Discover their fascinating history, diverse styles, intricate symbolism, and the captivating legends that surround them. This episode dives deep into the artistry…

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  • The Queen and the Fisherman

    The Queen and the Fisherman

    Saint Andrew and Saint Margaret of Scotland: Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey discuss the saints’ impact on Scotland and sacred art, including the significance of relics and imagery, and the devastating effects of iconoclasm, but also Margaret’s compassionate leadership.

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  • Menagerie in the Margins

    Menagerie in the Margins

    There are animals everywhere in sacred art, so Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore the symbolism, history, and significance of animal imagery, from cranes and peacocks to lions and serpents, in Christian art, and especially Celtic art like the Insular Gospels.

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  • Miracle of the North: Lindisfarne Gospels

    Miracle of the North: Lindisfarne Gospels

    The Lindisfarne Gospels are a masterpiece of Celtic sacred art. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey discuss the origins of the illustrated gospels; the connections between the monks of northern England and the broader Catholic world; and the many influences, from Saxon metalwork to Roman gestures,…

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  • Featured Artist: Daniel Mitsui

    Featured Artist: Daniel Mitsui

    Meet Daniel Mitsui, a popular Catholic fine artist, as Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey interview him about integration of Celtic and other styles into his religious art and ask him about his journey as an artist; his unique styles and influences, and the importance of…

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  • The Book of Kells

    The Book of Kells

    The Book of Kells is considered a pinnacle of Celtic art. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray discuss the illuminated manuscript, the intricate craftsmanship by the monks, and how the visual and textual elements convey deep theological messages.

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  • Turning Darkness Into Light

    Turning Darkness Into Light

    Explore the influence of St. Colmcille on sacred art, especially the Book of Kells. Alix Murray and Kathryn Laffrey delve into the significance of the Iona abbey founded by St. Colmcille, the symbolism in Celtic crosses, and the relationship between Celtic Christianity and sacred art.

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  • Sacred Arts at Pontifex University

    Sacred Arts at Pontifex University

    In this summer special, Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray welcome artists from the Pontifex University Master of Sacred Arts program to discuss sacred art’s role in contemporary society; their personal stories highlighting art’s spiritual impact; and more.

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  • Pisanki: Make Them, Bless Them, Share and Eat Them!

    Pisanki: Make Them, Bless Them, Share and Eat Them!

    Learn the art of Polish Easter eggs. Kathryn Laffrey, along with cohost Alix Murray, shares how to make the wonderfully delicate and beautiful decorated Easter eggs called Pisanki. Originally an Easter special episode for Patrons, we’ve now made it available to our whole audience.

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  • A Special Message from StarQuest

    A Special Message from StarQuest

    StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for all listeners and supporters of StarQuest’s shows.

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  • The Secret of Kells

    The Secret of Kells

    Exploring the intersection of art, history, and faith, Alix Murray, Kathryn Laffrey, and Jeff Haecker discuss the 2009 animated film The Secret of Kells, the historical significance of the Book of Kells; the blend of Christian themes with Irish folklore; the clash between paganism and…

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  • Mass on the Hood of a Jeep: The Art and History of Military Travel Altars

    Mass on the Hood of a Jeep: The Art and History of Military Travel Altars

    Portable traveling altars have been used throughout Church and military history. Kathryn Laffrey and Alix Murray explore the use, development, and art of field altars from the early Church, the American Civil War, both World Wars, and today.

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