In recent years, contemporary artists have turned towards social activism as a means to challenge the accepted parameters of art. More than an art world trend, however, social consciousness has been one of the defining features of Latin American modern and contemporary art. This paper delves into the work of Latin American women artists and examines the intersection between activism and feminism from the early twentieth century into the present day.
IRW Distinguished Lecture Series 2014-2015
Feminist Optics: Gender and Visual Studies