Food, Feminism, and Women's Art in 1970s Southern California

This book explores how feminist artists have engaged with kitchen culture and food practices in their work as womens art moved from the margins to the mainstream. It examines the use of food in the art practices of six women artists and collectives in Southern California during the era of the Second Wave, focusing on how they address issues of gender, labor, class, consumption, (re)production, domesticity, and sexuality.

Format: Hardback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 06 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the fascinating realm of feminist artists and their captivating engagement with kitchen culture and food practices. As women's art surged from the margins to the mainstream, these artists sought innovative ways to incorporate food into their artistic expressions. The focus of this insightful exploration lies in the examination of the utilization of food in the art practices of six remarkable women artists and collectives hailing from Southern California, a vibrant hub of feminist art during the 1970s. Through a deep analysis of specific articulations of food in culture, the book explores how these feminist artists engage with a range of pressing issues, including gender, labor, class, consumption, (re)production, domesticity, and sexuality. Their artistic endeavors serve as powerful platforms for advocating for equality and social change, challenging societal norms and promoting a more inclusive and equitable world. This book will captivate scholars and enthusiasts alike, spanning the fields of art history, food studies, and gender and women's studies. It offers a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives, shedding light on the dynamic intersection of art, food, and feminist activism.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367552398