The Art of Activism and the Activism of Art

By Gregory Sholette

Explore the dynamic intersection of art and activism in this insightful exploration of contemporary cultural movements.

Since the 2008 global financial crash, artists have increasingly engaged in cultural activism, challenging capitalism, authoritarianism, and social inequalities. The Art of Activism and the Activism of Art maps this territory, offering a critical history of activist art and its evolving forms.

Gregory Sholette, both a scholar and an activist artist, provides a unique perspective on this phenomenon. He examines the subtle distinctions between activist art and protest by artists, revealing a paradigm shift driven by the crises of contemporary capitalism. Discover how artists are using their work to challenge power, promote social justice, and navigate the complex landscape of art and politics. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the power of art as a catalyst for change. Target audience: Artists, art students, art historians, cultural critics, activists.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1848224419
• ISBN13: 9781848224414
• Release Date: November 2022
• Publisher: Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.4" x 8.1"