Traffic: Conceptual Art in Canada 1965-1980

The first book to look extensively at conceptualism in Canada, published to accompany a touring exhibition. The most transformative art movement of the late 20th century, conceptual art became a global phenomenon long before it was popularized by a new generation of artists and institutions in the early 21st century. Its various manifestations in Canada, however, have remained a limited concern -- a whispered art history circulated among artists and writers primarily in alternative publications and artist-run centres. Traffic: Conceptual Art in Canada 1965-1980 is the first publication and exhibition to track the complex, rigorous and diverse manifestations of conceptual art in the country. Presenting work by more than 90 artists in a beautifully produced package, Traffic examines the particular local and geographic needs and interests enacted by individual artists, collectives and art communities from across the country.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1895442885
• ISBN13: 9781895442885
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.1" x 10.1"