In collaboration with BBC Radio 4's Moving Pictures. Listen Now.
Take a long, slow look at great artworks up close
What is BBC Radio 4's "Moving Pictures"?
A BBC Radio 4 series that invites you to slow down and look closely at a single work of art.
An Audio-Visual Experiment
As you listen, high-resolution images let you zoom into the painting. You can see the weave of the canvas, the sweep of individual brushstrokes, the shimmer of pointillist dots.
A Guided Journey
Experts guide your eye across the canvas to unpack the history and emotion behind the image, allowing you to forge a personal connection with the art.
A Timeless Selection
The works span centuries and continents, from Baroque masterpieces to jewel-like illuminated manuscripts and glittering Japanese screens.
A Focused Exploration
There are more than 20 episodes available, each offering a deep dive into a specific masterpiece.
An Invitation to Slow Down
Moving Pictures invites you to slow down and spend time with works of art that have shaped the way we see the world.
Ready to Take a Closer Look?
Find a link to listen at the top of the page and scroll down to dive into the high-resolution images waiting for you below.