About this episode
This month, our Full Bio series is dedicated to the life and art of controversial French painter Paul Gauguin. Our guest is Sue Prideaux , author of the book Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin . Part 1: Prideaux discusses Gauguin's childhood in Peru, and explains why she wanted to write a book about an artist who has been controversial among contemporary art fans. Part 2: Prideaux discusses the beginnings of Gauguin's artistic career, and his meaningful but tumultuous friendship with Vincent Van Gogh. Part 3: Prideaux discusses how moving to Tahiti influenced Paul Gauguin's life and art.