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Book Synopsis: This retrospective volume celebrates five decades of Howardena Pindell's art, including works on paper, collage, photography, film, and video.
Born in middle-class Philadelphia in the 1940s, Howardena Pindell came of age during the Civil Rights movement. As an African-American woman artist, making her way in the world provided Pindell with source material to inspire her work.
This book examines every facet of Pindell's impressive career to date. Since the 1960s, she has used materials such as glitter, talcum powder, and perfume to stretch the boundaries of traditional canvas painting. She has also infused her work with traces of her labor, such as obsessively affixing dots of pigment and circles made with an ordinary hole punch tool.
After a car crash in 1979 left her with short-term amnesia, Pindell's work looked beyond the painting studio to explore a wide range of subjects, including the personal and diaristic as well as the social and political.
This monograph also highlights Pindell's work with photography, film, and performance. Excerpts from the artist's writing, in particular her critique of the art world and her responses to feminism and racial politics, provide prescient commentary in light of conversations around equality and inclusion today.
Published in association with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.
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Introducing Howardena Pindell: What Remains To Be Seen Book, a retrospective volume celebrating the incredible artistry of Howardena Pindell. With an impressive career spanning five decades, Pindell's works on paper, collage, photography, film, and video have captivated audiences worldwide. As an African-American woman artist, Pindell drew inspiration from the Civil Rights movement and her unique life experiences, making her art a powerful representation of strength and resilience.
Unleash your imagination as Pindell courageously pushes the boundaries of traditional canvas painting. By incorporating unconventional materials such as glitter, talcum powder, and perfume, she creates a sensory experience that transcends the limits of conventional art. Her innovative techniques, including meticulously affixed dots of pigment and circles made with an ordinary hole punch tool, showcase her unwavering commitment to expanding the horizons of artistic expression.
Don't miss the opportunity to explore Pindell's post-car crash journey that transformed her artistic perspective. With short-term amnesia serving as a catalyst, Pindell's work delves into personal and diaristic narratives, as well as social and political themes. Experience the power of her storytelling as she effortlessly merges photography, film, and performance into her artistic repertoire.
This extraordinary monograph goes beyond showcasing Pindell's artwork. It also delves into her nuanced critiques of the art world, her responses to feminism, and her insights on racial politics. These thought-provoking commentaries resonate strongly today, as equality and inclusion remain at the forefront of contemporary discussions. Immerse yourself in Pindell's wisdom and gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of art and society.
Experience the transformative power of Howardena Pindell's art by diving into this remarkable retrospective volume. Published in collaboration with the esteemed Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, it is a definitive collection that belongs on every art lover's bookshelf. Fuel your creative spirit, be inspired, and witness the legacy of one of the true visionaries of our time.
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