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"We Value the Art of Complaining": An Oral History of the Guerrilla Girls

The Guerrilla Girls challenge systemic bias in the art world through anonymous activism and confrontational art since their origins in 1985.

Painting of vagina by French artist Gustave Courbet sprayed with MeToo' graffiti

Challenging historical art norms through feminist activism.

Faith Ringgold, acclaimed for the power of paintings and quilts that tell stories of the Civil Rights movement, has died, aged 93

Faith Ringgold, a leading artist known for her engagement with Civil Rights and feminism, has passed away at 93.
Her work embodied political activism, storytelling, and ancestral grace, especially in her quilt work.
Ringgold was a visionary figure challenging social hierarchies, racial prejudice, and gender norms, leaving a significant legacy.

"We Value the Art of Complaining": An Oral History of the Guerrilla Girls

The Guerrilla Girls challenge systemic bias in the art world through anonymous activism and confrontational art since their origins in 1985.

Painting of vagina by French artist Gustave Courbet sprayed with MeToo' graffiti

Challenging historical art norms through feminist activism.

Faith Ringgold, acclaimed for the power of paintings and quilts that tell stories of the Civil Rights movement, has died, aged 93

Faith Ringgold, a leading artist known for her engagement with Civil Rights and feminism, has passed away at 93.
Her work embodied political activism, storytelling, and ancestral grace, especially in her quilt work.
Ringgold was a visionary figure challenging social hierarchies, racial prejudice, and gender norms, leaving a significant legacy.
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Can VR drive social change?

Poulomi Basu's VR film MAYA: The Birth of a Superhero is redefining art and storytelling, winning accolades and addressing crucial social issues.
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DINH Q. LE (1968-2024)

Dinh Q. Lê's early life shaped his art and activism, intertwining personal experiences with broader historical and cultural narratives.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Stop The Bombing: Corita Kent and a Timeless Message

Corita Kent's 'stop the bombing' serves as a timeless reminder of anti-war sentiments and the ongoing call for peace.

DINH Q. LE (1968-2024)

Dinh Q. Lê's early life shaped his art and activism, intertwining personal experiences with broader historical and cultural narratives.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Stop The Bombing: Corita Kent and a Timeless Message

Corita Kent's 'stop the bombing' serves as a timeless reminder of anti-war sentiments and the ongoing call for peace.
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November Book Bag: from fashion 'outlaws' to interviews with the auto-destructive artist Gustav Metzger

Gustav Metzger's life and work exemplify art as a tool for activism and environmental awareness.
Hew Locke examines colonialism and the interpretation of historical objects within the context of modern society.
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Activists throw soup on Van Gogh paintings

Just Stop Oil activists continue their protest by throwing soup on Van Gogh paintings, escalating actions following recent prison sentences for earlier similar protests.

Art activists bill businesses for billions in environmental damages

Humour-based activism can effectively engage audiences about serious environmental issues, as demonstrated by pvi collective's delivery of mock invoices to major carbon polluters.

Atlas of the New World: A Glimpse into the Future at MAMM | stupidDOPE

The 'Atlas of the New World' exhibition in Moscow visualizes the future impacts of climate change through evocative photography.
The exhibition serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and our collective responsibility towards the environment.

Activists throw soup on Van Gogh paintings

Just Stop Oil activists continue their protest by throwing soup on Van Gogh paintings, escalating actions following recent prison sentences for earlier similar protests.

Art activists bill businesses for billions in environmental damages

Humour-based activism can effectively engage audiences about serious environmental issues, as demonstrated by pvi collective's delivery of mock invoices to major carbon polluters.

Atlas of the New World: A Glimpse into the Future at MAMM | stupidDOPE

The 'Atlas of the New World' exhibition in Moscow visualizes the future impacts of climate change through evocative photography.
The exhibition serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and our collective responsibility towards the environment.
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Juxtapoz Magazine - Killing the Precedent: INDECLINE Opens Their First Ever Gallery Show @ Superchief Gallery, Los Angeles

INDECLINE's first gallery show, 'Killing the Precedent', emphasizes their evolution in art and activism over two decades.

Ecofeminism and ecology are Sarah Salome Deletain's calls to publishing

Sarah Salomé Delétain integrates ecological activism into her graphic design, emphasizing sustainability and cultural issues while fostering a deeper connection with nature.

World's first queer art biennial launching in Detroit

The world's first queer art biennial is launched by a Detroit-based non-profit organization, showcasing over 800 works by 170 artists during Pride Month.

Palestine Is Everywhere, and It Is Making Us More Free

Our letters can be a powerful tool for sharing grief, exploring personal experiences, and advocating for solidarity and collective survival.

Kathleen Hanna is a troubadour unafraid to speak out

Kathleen Hanna's memoir 'Rebel Girl' sheds light on her punk spirit and feminist activism.

German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party DW 04/23/2024

Die Vielen's 'Shield & Shine' campaign aims to unite cultural institutions to combat the rise of right-wing extremism in Germany through art and open forums.

'No business as usual': Pro-Palestinian protests held at heart of Venice Biennale

Protestors at Venice Biennale opposed international support for Israeli government's actions in Gaza.

Faith Ringgold dies at 93; pioneering Black artist created quilts that told stories

Faith Ringgold, a renowned artist and author known for her vibrant quilts, broke barriers for Black female artists and advocated for better representation in the art world.

YONG SOON MIN (1953-2024)

Yong Soon Min, a Korean American artist and activist, known for exploring Asian American identity, passed away in Los Angeles at the age of seventy.
Min was a member of pioneering artists' groups in New York that aimed to increase the visibility of Asian American artists in the early 1990s.

An Interview with Haley Mellin | Berlin Art Link

Haley Mellin uses various eco-friendly materials in her artwork to emphasize environmental consciousness and showcases preserved ecosystems at Mitte gallery Dittrich & Schlechtriem.
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