Kerigan is a writer and art historian from Iowa. She holds a BA in Art History from the University of Northern Iowa with a minor in History and a Museum Studies certificate. She interned at her local historical society before she launched her website, Gilded Histories, which serves as a platform for freelance writing services, genealogical research services, and her latest published work. She is passionate about art, history, and writing, with a special love for Tudor England.
Areas of Expertise
Francisco Goya’s Descent into Madness: The Disturbing Black Paintings
What happened in Francisco Goya’s life led to his creation of his 14 disturbing black paintings on the walls of his private home?
How Did the Public React to Henry Fuseli’s “The Nightmare”?
Henry Fuseli’s The Nightmare garnered shocking reactions after it was unveiled at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1782.
The Ugly Duchess: A Joke Between Quentin Matsys & Leonardo da Vinci?
The Ugly Duchess is a painting that has sparked theories about who the duchess is and why she is portrayed in such an unflattering light.
Motherhood Through the Ages: Depictions of Breastfeeding in Art
The joys and hardships of motherhood have been themes in artistic creation since the early days of visual culture.
Exploring Tudor Fashion Through Art History: A Detailed Overview
Tudor fashion has a story as long as the dynasty itself, with various factors causing it to change over time.
Lucas Horenbout: The Highest Paid Artist at the Court of Henry VIII
Lucas Horenbout’s introduction of miniatures to the English art market earned him the prestige of being the highest-paid artist at the Tudor court.
Paul Delaroche’s Artistic Career: A Master of History Paintings
Paul Delaroche is a French artist who created captivating history paintings to be exhibited at the Salon in Paris.
John Bauer: The Swedish Master of Fairy Tale Art (Bio, Art & Facts)
John Bauer’s illustrations are a breathtaking example of Swedish folklore art of the early 20th century. They are whimsically beautiful and marked by tragedy.
The Extraordinary Story of Dido Elizabeth Belle
Dido Elizabeth Belle lived an unusual life as an aristocratic woman of color in 18th-century England.
Rosemaling in America: Norwegian-American Folk Art (Origins & History)
Norwegians settling in the USA brought their traditions with them, including a technique called rosemaling. Here’s all you need to know about Norwegian-American folk art.
Symbolism & Identity in Elizabeth I’s Portraits: Decoding the Queen
Queen Elizabeth I needed to use symbolism in her portraits to maintain her power as Queen of England through artistic propaganda.
What Is Traditional Lakota Art of the Great Plains?
Lakota art has changed throughout history, with artists adapting to new materials as their society mutated around them due to the arrival of white settlers.