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www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

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

Challenging historical art norms through feminist activism. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

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. [ more ]
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Artforum
9 hours ago
Design

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. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 days ago
Design

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. [ more ]
The Nation
3 weeks ago
Writing

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. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Books

Kathleen Hanna is a troubadour unafraid to speak out

Kathleen Hanna's memoir 'Rebel Girl' sheds light on her punk spirit and feminist activism. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany news

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. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

'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. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Design

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. [ more ]
Artforum
2 months ago
Design

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. [ more ]
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