Jimena Escoto
Jimena earned a BA in International Relations from Tec de Monterrey and a Specialization in Art History from UNAM in Mexico City. She holds a MA in Art History from Florida State University. Her main interest is in pre-1900 Western art and Mexican art history. She wishes to work at museums and examine critically the works of the Old Masters to improve their interpretation and make them accessible to everyone. She enjoys reading, watching period dramas, and learning languages.
Articles by Jimena Escoto
The Life & Work of Giorgio Vasari, Art History’s FatherGiorgio Vasari was an acclaimed Italian artist and writer from the Cinquecento. His work made him one of the most influential Renaissance men.
Painting vs. Sculpture: The Renaissance Battle for Supremacy in ArtDuring the Renaissance, a competition called the Paragone sought to determine the superior art: painting or sculpture.
During the Renaissance, a competition called the Paragone sought to determine the superior art: painting or sculpture.