Visual Activism in the 21st Century: Art, Protest and Resistance in an Uncertain World

Book Overview

The world is in crisis, bringing activists and protesters onto the streets and into the public eye. More than ever, activism relies on spectacle and visibility in order to be noticed in the era of globalized capitalism and networked media. At the same time, a growing number of artists employ creative strategies to critique the establishment, act in resistance, and demand change. Visual activism of this kind is not new, but it is rapidly evolving...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 135026511X
• ISBN13: 9781350265110
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Visual Arts
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.7"