In a time of sensationalist news, artists around the world are monitoring politics and drawing attention to issues such as authoritarian regimes, sustainability, climate change, diversity and immigration. Art's ability to communicate, question and influence opinion has made it an important tool... Read more
In a time of sensationalist news, artists around the world are monitoring politics and drawing attention to issues such as authoritarian regimes, sustainability, climate change, diversity and immigration. Art's ability to communicate, question and influence opinion has made it an important tool of activism. We live in turbulent times where democracies are being challenged from all sides and the gap between left and right is growing. Various issues are being taken up by contemporary artists to spark controversy, highlight government problems and generate empathy. The Art of Protest explores the connection between art, politics and activism today. Understand how artists have engaged with political and social issues of all kinds over the past decade, often raising alarms that have been overlooked by politicians. Read less