Hilary Elizabeth holds a Master of Arts in Art History, specifically Italian Baroque and the Dutch Golden Age, from the Academy of Art University and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Southern Illinois University. Additionally, she possesses comprehensive knowledge of Medieval History, primarily focusing on England between the 11th and 14th centuries. During her leisure, she likes to read, cook, and walk with her Labradoodle, Monty.
Education
MA Art History — Academy of Art University, 2020
BA Anthropology — Southern Illinois University, 2013
Areas of Expertise
Fra Angelico’s 3 Masterpieces That Shaped Renaissance Art
How did Fra Angelico help shape the art of the Italian Renaissance with these three masterpieces?
How Medusa, Bacchus, and Narcissus Were Captured by Caravaggio
Take an intimate look at the Gods and Monsters that Caravaggio created during the Baroque Period.
Defining the Sublime Through the Work of Gian Lorenzo Bernini
What is the sublime? How can we define it? And how does it pertain to Gian Lorenzo Bernini?
What Is the Sublime? Seeing It Through Caravaggio’s Calling of St. Matthew
What is the Sublime, and how does it relate to one of art history’s greatest baroque artists, Caravaggio?
How Bernini Turned Marble Into Emotion
Take a closer look at the portrait sculptures of Baroque artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
7 Must-See Artworks in the Rijksmuseum
Every museum has a collection of works that are considered highlights or must-sees. Here are Rijksmuseum’s.
Was William Marshal the Greatest Knight of All Time?
In medieval England, there was a knight named William Marshal who surpassed all others.
5 Must-Know Facts About Richard the Lionheart
Get to know the real Richard the Lionheart with these five facts.
Jan Brueghel the Elder’s Brilliant Work and Tragic Death
Jan Brueghel the Elder’s journey, from Italian influences and Rubens collaborations to botanical masterpieces and a mysterious, tragic demise.
6 Most Famous Depictions of Christ’s Passion Throughout History
Discover some of the most notable depictions of Christ’s Passion from history.
How Did Dutch Golden Age Art Demonstrate Protestant Values?
An exploratory dive into the art of the Golden Dutch Age and its connection with protestant values.
Did a Real Woman Inspire Caravaggio’s Judith?
A study on Caravaggio’s Judith Beheading Holofernes, and the woman who may have inspired it.