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Women in Art
Women in Art: 50 Fearless Creatives Who Inspired the World | Rachel Ignotofsky
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Illustrated profiles of 50 pioneering female artists--from the 11th century to today--from the author of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science. A charmingly illustrated and inspiring book, Women in Art highlights the achievements and stories of 50 notable women in the arts--from well-known figures like painters Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keefe, to lesser-known names like 19th-century African American quilter Harriet Powers and Hopi-Tewa ceramic artist Nampeyo. Covering a wide array of artistic mediums, this fascinating collection also contains infographics about artistic movements throughout history, statistics about women's representation in museums, and notable works by women. Women in Art celebrates the success of the bold female creators who inspired the world and paved the way for the next generation of artists.
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elizabethlk
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Panpan

Women in Art features lots of women I was interested in learning about, but it was deeply problematic. It deadnames the only trans person included, uses vaguely ableist language when talking about disabled artists, and has a few smaller issues. I wanted to love it but it just didn't deliver. The parts that I liked were almost enough, but I just couldn't with the transphobia. It needs a sensitivity reader / edit, but as stands I can't recommend it.

TrishB Ouch…..thanks for your thoughts. (Ouch for the book not your thoughts!) (edited) 2y
rachelsbrittain Oh my gosh that's awful! 2y
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faelinwolf
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My office is in Catlett Hall at the University of Iowa, named after Elizabeth Catlett. It was super cool to learn more about her in this beautiful book. There is one of her sculptures in our hall, but I would love to see more of her work!

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