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Craft (Whitechapel: Documents of Contemporary Art),Used
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A secret history of craft told through lost and overlooked texts that illuminate our understanding of current art practice.Craft is a contested concept in art history and a vital category through which to understand contemporary art. Through craft, materials, techniques, and tools are investigated and their histories explored in order to reflect on the politics of labor and on the extraordinary complexity of the made world around us. This anthology offers an ethnography of craft, surveying its shapeshifting identities in the context of progressive art and design through writings by artists and makers as well as poetry, fiction, anthropology, and sociology. It maps a secret history of craft through lost and overlooked texts that consider pedagogy, design, folk art, the factory, and new media in ways that illuminate our understanding of current art practice.Recently, the idea of craft has been employed strategically: to confront issues of gender or global development, to make a stand against artistic academicism, or to engage with making processessome distinctly archaicemployed to suggest the abject and the everyday. Craft activism, or craftivism, suggests a new political purpose for the handmade. Deep anxieties drive today's technophilia, and artists, designers, and makers turn such anxieties into a variety of dynamic engagements. The contributors' reflections on new technologies and materials, lost and found worlds of handwork, and the politics of work all throw light on craft as process, product, and ideology. Craft will serve as a vital resource for understanding technologies, materials, techniques, and tools through the lens of craft in contemporary art.Artists surveyed includeMagdalena Abakanowicz, Anni Albers, El Anatsui, Carl Andre, Aaron Angell, Ruth Asawa, Phyllida Barlow, Louise Bourgeois, Neil Brownsword, Annie Cattrell, Edmund de Waal, Harun Farocki, Lucio Fontana, Karl Fritsch, Martino Gamper, Theaster Gates, Gee's Bend Quiltmakers, Sabrina Gschwandtner, Sheila Hicks, Donald Judd, Ana Lupas, Lu Shengzhong, Enzo Mari, Mario Merz, Martin Puryear, Jessi Reaves, Bridget Riley, Ettore Sottsas, Studio Formafantasma, Francis Upritchard, Peter VoulkosWriters includeGlenn Adamson, Elissa Auther, Reyner Banham, Jean Baudrillard, Susan S. Bean, Walter Benjamin, John Berger, Julia BryanWilson, Giovanni Contini, Alfred Gell, Cathy Gere, Walter Gropius, Henry Heerup, bell hooks, Ulrich Lehmann, Lucy R. Lippard, Sarat Maharaj, Karl Marx, Sadie Plant, Nancy Princenthal, Rainer Maria Rilke, John Roberts, Kenneth E. Silver, Jenni Sorkin
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Craft (Whitechapel: Documents of Contemporary Art)'? A: The main theme of 'Craft' revolves around exploring the concept of craft in contemporary art through lost and overlooked texts. It examines the politics of labor and the complexities of craftsmanship, reflecting on how materials and techniques shape artistic expression.
- Q: Who are some notable artists featured in this book? A: Notable artists featured in 'Craft' include Magdalena Abakanowicz, Anni Albers, El Anatsui, and Louise Bourgeois, among others. The book surveys their contributions to the understanding of craft in the context of contemporary art.
- Q: What types of writings are included in the anthology? A: The anthology includes a diverse range of writings such as essays by artists and makers, poetry, fiction, and academic discussions from fields like anthropology and sociology, all aimed at enriching the discourse on craft.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book 'Craft' contains a total of 240 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and topics.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 11, 2018.
- Q: Is 'Craft' available in different formats? A: Yes, 'Craft (Whitechapel: Documents of Contemporary Art)' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Craft'? A: The author of 'Craft' is Tanya Harrod, who brings a comprehensive perspective on the subject of craft in contemporary art.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding contemporary art practices? A: Absolutely. 'Craft' serves as a vital resource for understanding contemporary art practices by examining the role of craft, materials, and techniques in artistic expression.
- Q: What kind of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, which indicates it is used but well-maintained.
- Q: Does the book address the topic of craft activism? A: Yes, 'Craft' discusses craft activism, or craftivism, highlighting its political implications and the role of handmade crafts in contemporary social issues.