Today in Art History we got onto the subject of female circumcision. At times, its more than just art its also anthropology. I came home and did a little research on the subject. I knew about the basics and how terrible it could be at its worst but I wanted to look up two African models who were activists against it. Along the way I found some pretty interesting art.
Disclaimer: These photographs are of people against female circumcision. Do not take this as a personal stance for or against female circumcision. I am merely reporting that it happens and that some people have made art showing their stance. Keep in mind that these are from people with a Western Perspective. Also, I don’t know who the artists are. If you do- leave me a comment and I’ll give credit.
The rose is part of a campaign by Amnesty (Sweden) against female genital mutilation. Not sure about the baby doll.
Comment by Anna — 10 September 2009 @ 12:23 pm |
I’m fairly certain the baby doll with bandaids is also Amnesty but I would quote me on that. I haven’t done much research about these two pictures. My background is primarily Non-Western and Rococo.
Comment by Rose — 10 September 2009 @ 5:35 pm |