Visual Art
when I got my first period…
Through autobiographical reflection, a provocative image and narratives of struggle in Ireland, Catherine Harper explores issues around women’s reproductive autonomy from puberty onwards.
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An Appreciation
Sandra Cairncross explores the lives of four sisters born in Glasgow, three of whom were accomplished artists, but whose lives are now disappearing from sight.
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Maya Mackrandilal’s art explores the ‘othering’ idea of the monster through performance of Hindu goddesses–confronting the fears of Western social norms.
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‘Being dangerous can mean being aware of all the injustice and boldly acknowledging that no one deserves it’ – Afghan-born artist Zuhal Feraidon takes a feminist approach to integrating women into Islamic art.
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Seeing powerful women in a new frame
Artist Satdeep Grewal’s exhibition reframes perceptions of women who have inhabited positions of power despite criticism or attacks based on gender or race.
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In her short story, Lucy Walters explores the idea and consequences of powerful women adopting traditionally male traits.
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Kate Schneider illustrates the vision of influential 20th century architect Alison Smithson and the gendered criticism she faced during her career.
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The post-surgery selfie
Lizzy Rose discusses how sharing ‘post-surgery selfies’ online challenges people’s perceptions of illness–though this defiance can expose the individual to danger.
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On resisting gendered hierarchies of practice in the art world
Alana Tyson shares her response to the debasement of ‘feminine’ domestic crafts, an attitude which continues to marginalise many women in the art world.
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