Week XV
Between The Brackets: Outcome
“There isn’t anything inherently different about work created by artists of any particular gender - it’s more that society and its gatekeepers have always prioritised one group in history” (K. Hessel, 2022)
Throughout history, humanity has shaped the course of events. We have recorded and analysed them, but often with our own biases and perspectives. Unfortunately, this means that the history of art, like our society, has always been limited by the narrow-mindedness and preconceived notions of those who have documented it. It has been passed down to us as a universal truth, when in fact it is far from it. For many years, we failed to ask where the women artists were, but now we are beginning to understand that they haven’t been given the recognition they deserve. It’s not that they didn’t exist, but rather that they have been systematically erased from history, only to be forgotten. With this publication, the idea is to not only reclaim their legacy but also to acknowledge and rectify their forced absence from the pages of history.
Final Outcome
of the Zine
Postcards
by ARTISTAS
We Have Arrived
to the End of this Blog!
Saying goodbye
Throughout these blog entries, we have explored the stories and creations of remarkable artists, both celebrated and overlooked, shedding light on their contributions and the societal context in which they worked. I hope that by delving into these narratives, I have sparked a deeper interest in them, opening the door to their workshops so you can take a look inside, and, if you want, go further in.
Remember, art is not a distant realm reserved for a select few—it is a vibrant tapestry woven by countless voices and experiences. So, as you continue your own artistic journey, let us all embrace the power of art to inspire, challenge, and unite us. Together, we can create a more inclusive and equitable future where art and its history truly belong to each and every one of us.
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Online Art Appreciation Course: Great Women Artists from the Renaissance to Romanticism | National Gallery of Ireland (2021). Available at: https://www.nationalgallery.ie/whats-on/online-art-appreciation-course-great-women-artists-renaissance-romanticism (Accessed: March 25, 2023).
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Feel free to read my other blog posts! You can find them here.
Between The Brackets: Outcome
“There isn’t anything inherently different about work created by artists of any particular gender - it’s more that society and its gatekeepers have always prioritised one group in history” (K. Hessel, 2022)