Publication date 12/7/22 book 222 pages
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Synopsis
A celebration of the innovative, brilliant artists reclaiming the idea of ‘women’s work’. In the history of western art, decorative and applied arts – quilting, embroidery, ceramics – were devalued, separated from the ‘high arts’ of painting and sculpture and deemed more suitable for women. But artists began to reclaim and redefine these so-called 'lesser' arts, energizing them with vision, imagination and the expression of the female experience. Women’s Work tells the story of this radical change, highlighting the artists who dared to defy the long-standing hierarchy and who, through, experimentation, invention and assertion of identity, transformed their medium. The work of these women has rewritten the history of art, turning women’s work from a demeaning assessment into a cause for celebration. With biographical entries on each artist featured, as well as beautiful images of their artworks, Women's Work raises up the work of these visionary and groundbreaking artists, telling their stories and examining their artistic legacies.
My Review
Wow this was such an amazingly fascinating book and a pleasure to experience. This book looked into different medium of feminine art work . The majority of the artists choosing textiles which was a medium I haven't seen many art books look at . I was totally engrossed in this book from the very start.
I found some of the pieces extremely obscure but this made the experience all the more interesting understanding the thought processes behind them.
The authors writing style was amazing getting all the facts across without bogging the reader down. It was so enjoyable and the flow was just perfect. The photographs included were amazing really capturing the artwork and making it really stand out.
It truly felt like I was there experiencing the artwork rather than reading a book. The book held great emotions and flowed seamlessly from artist to artist. I hope this author writes more on this subject as I just loved every second. I really can't recommend this book enough if you love art or just eat to learn more about it. Then this book will NOT disappoint.
Only the highest of praise goes out to the author and publishers for creating this amazing experience that I was so engrossed in. I hated it when the book ended I just could of read on for hours more.
Where you can buy this book
Amazon US K $17.27, HC $35.48
Waterstones HC £25.00
Google Books ebook £19.99
B&N HC $38.00, N $28.99
Kobo ebook £14.39
Amazon UK K £14.39, HC £18.29
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