Visual Activism in Contemporary Art by Thai and Indian Female Artists
Keywords:
Visual Activism, Feminist Visuality, Thai and Indian Female Artists, Contemporary ArtAbstract
This article aims to (1) examine the works of Thai and Indian female artists who use art as a platform to challenge patriarchy and reclaim women’s rights. (2)explore how female artists employ sensory experiences and personal narratives to advocate for rights; and (3) investigate the creation of relationships among artists, audiences, and communities through Visual Activism. The study draws on case studies of Indian contemporary artists, such as Pushpamala N., Shilpa Gupta, and Mrinalini Mukherjee, as well as Thai contemporary artists, including Karma Sirikogar. Their works demonstrate challenges to traditional gender roles in society through contemporary art. The findings indicate that Visual Activism is not only an artistic expression but also a form of social movement with the power to transform power structures and promote women’s rights within the complex cultural contexts of Thailand and India.
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