Feminist Visual Activism and the Body

This book explores contemporary feminist visual activism through the lens of embodiment, examining how the arts articulate and engage with political concerns, negotiate with and through the body, and enable the creation of civil and political resilience. It is of interest to scholars in art history, visual culture, women's studies, gender studies, feminism, and cultural studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 266 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the realm of contemporary feminist visual activism, exploring the profound connections between embodiment and artistic expression. The contributors embark on a thoughtful journey, examining how the arts articulate and engage with the pressing issues of our time, including equality, decolonization, social justice, democracy, precarity, and vulnerability. Drawing upon the rich legacy of feminist art historical critique, the book critically examines activist strategies, practices, and resilience techniques within intersectional and transnational frameworks. It poses insightful questions about how the arts enable the cultivation of civil and political resilience, foster engagement with politics as a response to the challenges of disaster capitalism, and strive to reform and improve society. This interdisciplinary work will captivate scholars and researchers across art history, visual culture, fine arts, women's studies, gender studies, feminism, and cultural studies. Its insights and perspectives shed light on the transformative power of art in shaping our understanding of gender, politics, and social change.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367693374