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Artists and the Practice of Agriculture: Politics and Aesthetics of Food Sovereignty in Art since 1960
Artists and the Practice of Agriculture: Politics and Aesthetics of Food Sovereignty in Art since 1960
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Artists and the Practice of Agriculture explores how contemporary artists are using farming and foraging to convey personal and political meanings,model alternative food systems,and reflect on the links between past histories,present challenges,and future solutions for food sovereignty.
Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Artists and the Practice of Agriculture delves into a captivating exploration of artistic practices that intertwine with the aesthetics and politics of food gathering, cultivating edible and medicinal plants, and engaging with non-human collaborators. In the hands of contemporary artists, farming and foraging emerge as vibrant forms of visual and material language, carrying profound personal and political meanings. This comprehensive book offers a critical examination of artistic practices that envision alternative food systems. It presents a wealth of academic insights, complemented by 16 engaging conversations with practicing artists. The volume addresses pressing concerns such as the interconnectedness of humans and other-than-human beings, the detrimental impact of industrial agriculture, the legacies of colonialism, and the potential of place-based and embodied pedagogies. Through participatory projects, the artists featured herein reflect on the connections between past histories, present challenges, and future solutions for the food sovereignty of local and networked communities.
Artists and the Practice of Agriculture serves as an accessible and insightful resource for readers interested in food studies, visual and material cultures, contemporary art, ecocriticism, and the environmental humanities. Its well-organized chapters and engaging interviews provide a deep understanding of the multifaceted relationships between art, agriculture, and society, fostering a greater appreciation for the role of creativity in shaping our food systems and envisioning a more sustainable and equitable future.
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367200794
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