All These Liberations: Women Artists in the Eileen Harris Norton Collection

This book explores the creative production of contemporary women artists from around the globe, highlighting the connections between struggles for freedom and equality, feminist practices, art techniques, and the notion of diaspora. It features the work of renowned artists and includes essays by art historians and curators addressing political, social, and personal issues. The book also features an interview with Eileen Harris Norton, a social activist and patron who has championed artists and curators of color for nearly five decades.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 23 January 2024
Publisher: Yale University Press

A captivating exploration of the vibrant creative output of contemporary women artists from across the globe, this remarkable book pays homage to the remarkable contributions of women artists of color. Through the extraordinary collection of social activist and patron Eileen Harris Norton, it delves into the intricate connections between struggles for freedom and equality, shared feminist practices, artistic techniques, and movements, as well as the concept of diaspora. Featuring the works of renowned artists such as Sonia Boyce, Maya Lin, Julie Mehretu, Shirin Neshat, Adrian Piper, Faith Ringgold, Kara Walker, Carrie Mae Weems, and many others, All These Liberations unveils the profound interplay between artists, collectors, and the social contexts that shape their lives.

For nearly five decades, Harris Norton has been a steadfast champion of artists and curators of color, profoundly impacting museum practice and the art market. This volume comprises essays by art historians and curators, addressing critical political, social, and personal themes, as well as exploring subjects such as spirituality, domestic life, memory, historical trauma, the body, intimacy, power dynamics, and violence against women. Additionally, the book includes an insightful interview with Harris Norton conducted by Thelma Golden, the director and chief curator at the Studio Museum in Harlem. A foreword by artist Lorna Simpson provides valuable insights, while a roundtable conversation among esteemed leaders in the art world delves into Harris Norton's profound impact on their careers and the careers of contemporary women artists worldwide.

Published by Marquand Books, this captivating exploration of creativity and empowerment is a testament to the remarkable achievements of women artists and their unwavering commitment to social justice.

Weight: 1696g
Dimension: 247 x 289 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300272291