Gndr, Ethncty in Contemp Art

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This course examines the material, social, and political conditions that made it possible for some contemporary American women artists to thrive and succeed as professional painters, sculptors, site artists, performance artists, and other types of artists. At the same time, students study the material, social, and political conditions that served as barriers to other contemporary American women artists. In particular, students examine how sexism and racism interact in the works and production history of contemporary African- American, Latina, and Asian-American artists. Restricted to undergraduate juniors and seniors.