Premieres November 18, 8 p.m. on WHRO TV 16
A 15th century polymath of soaring imagination and profound intellect, Leonardo da Vinci created some of the most revered works of art of all time, but his artistic endeavors often seemed peripheral to his pursuits in science and engineering. Through his paintings and thousands of pages of drawings and writings, Leonardo da Vinci explores one of humankind’s most curious and innovative minds.
Directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon, written by David McMahon and Sarah Burns, produced by Sarah Burns, David McMahon, Tim McAleer, and Ken Burns, and executive produced by Ken Burns.
Leonardo da Vinci follows the artist’s evolution as a draughtsman and painter, scientist and engineer, who used notebooks to explore an astonishing array of subjects including painting, philosophy, engineering, warfare, anatomy, and geography, among many others. Though he intended to publish his writings, he never did, but the film delves into those he left behind to get inside his mind as he strove to master the laws of nature and apply them to his endeavors.
Explore Leonardo da Vinci’s Art and Impact
Learn more about this popular artist in our eMediaVA collection of resources.
Explore the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, one of the most influential artists and thinkers of the Renaissance. This collection delves into the life and works of this polymath, highlighting his extraordinary contributions to art, science, and engineering.
From the enigmatic smile of the Mona Lisa to the intricate details of The Last Supper, discover the techniques and themes that define da Vinci’s masterpieces. Learn about his pioneering studies in anatomy, his innovative designs, and his relentless curiosity that bridged the gap between art and science.
Highlights Include:
- A Guide to Leonardo da Vinci's the Last Supper
- Leonardo on Leonardo
- One Point Perspective: The Works of Masaccio and Leonardo da Vinci
- Renaissance Men
- Famous People, Incredible Lives: Mona Lisa
eMediaVA is Virginia’s premier digital media content library for educators and students, providing access to thousands of free, relevant, SOL-aligned digital learning resources for educators and families.
WHRO is proudly owned by the 21 school divisions in the southeastern Virginia region. Learn more about the many educational resources that WHRO Public Media provides to educators and families.