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not_another_ana's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
4.5
This is the essence of what this entire book is about, exploring great art by great artists who fuel and expand our understanding of what art can mean and do for society.
Exactly what it claims to be, this is a book about women artists. It focuses on shedding light on forgotten artists who never got their deserved flowers due to sexism but also racism and any other excuse the generally white, straight, male establishment could find to deny them their recognition. The author does her best to cover as much historical and geographical ground as possible. I find this to be more of a starting point for learning about these women since it has to cram a lot of information and names so it never goes too deep into any of them. Use this to familiarize yourself with the artists and then go find a book just about them. I liked it very much but I do think that there could have been more non western women artists. Other than that do yourself a favor and, if possible, get this book in print so you can enjoy the beautiful artwork as it is meant to.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Racism
frannymuzza's review
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Excellent book charting the chronology of female artists throughout history who have been overlooked.
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia, Sexism, War, Racism, Slavery, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Addiction, and Suicide
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