Uploaded June 2020 | Updated September 2026, 16 minutes ago

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Art, fashion, and self-expression have long gone together, and artists have for centuries expressed themselves on the canvas and through their clothing contrary to the status quo. In this episode, we interview Michael Koropisz, a skilled classical portraitist who loves the aesthetics and fashion of the Victorian period, and dresses accordingly!

We talk to Michael about how he got started as an artist painting modern-day society portraits (celebrities!), how he developed his fashion sense, clothing vs. costume, art for art's sake, and more. We hope you enjoy this casual chat and learning more about Mr. Koropisz.

You can find Michael here:
Website - michaelkoropisz.com
Facebook - facebook.com/mr.koropisz
Instagram - @michael_koropisz_artist

Also, don't forget to check out another fabulously-dressed gentleman, Dandy Wellington, who provides the music, "Greenhouse Stomp," for our podcast - dandywellington.com

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