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Book Synopsis: Art is big business, with some artists able to command huge sums of money for their works, while the vast majority are ignored or dismissed by critics. This book shows that these marginalised artists, the 'dark matter' of the art world, are essential to the survival of the mainstream and that they frequently organize in opposition to it.
Gregory Sholette, a politically engaged artist, argues that imagination and creativity in the art world originate thrive in the non-commercial sector shut off from prestigious galleries and champagne receptions. This broader creative culture feeds the mainstream with new forms and styles that can be commodified and used to sustain the few artists admitted into the elite.
This dependency, and the advent of inexpensive communication, audio and video technology, has allowed this 'dark matter' of the alternative art world to increasingly subvert the mainstream and intervene politically as both new and old forms of non-capitalist, public art. This book is essential for anyone interested in interventionist art, collectivism, and the political economy of the art world.
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Are you tired of the same old mainstream art? Looking for something unique and thought-provoking? Look no further than "Dark Matter: Art and Politics in the Age of Enterprise Culture." This book introduces you to the world of marginalized artists, the 'dark matter' of the art world, who are often ignored by critics but bring a fresh perspective to the art scene.
Gregory Sholette, a politically engaged artist, explores how the non-commercial sector of the art world fuels the mainstream with new forms and styles that can be commodified and sustained by the elite. These artists, shut off from prestigious galleries and champagne receptions, embody true creativity and imagination.
With the help of inexpensive communication and technology, this 'dark matter' is increasingly challenging the mainstream and making their voices heard. Through non-capitalist, public art interventions, they are breaking barriers and redefining the art scene. "Dark Matter" offers a fascinating insight into the world of interventionist art, collectivism, and the political economy of the art world.
Discover the hidden gems of the art world and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse voices that shape our culture. Take a step outside the ordinary and delve into the extraordinary with "Dark Matter: Art and Politics in the Age of Enterprise Culture." Embrace the power of alternative art and be inspired to make a difference.
Ready to explore the world of 'dark matter' in art? Get your copy of Dark Matter: Art and Politics in the Age of Enterprise Culture now!
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