Art is more than just aesthetics; it is a powerful tool for activism and cultural preservation. Through various forms of expression, artists carry forward the legacy of Black culture, ensuring that ...

Art, by its very nature, is reciprocal. It’s an energetic conversation between the artist, the viewer, and the presenter—each contributing to its impact. Art is universal. And, in many respects, ...

What is the connection between art and social change? I’ve pondered this question for many years. According to the received wisdom, art means an aesthetic object. Sometimes it also means a performance ...

Installation view of ‘Party Out of Bounds: Nightlife As Activism Since 1980’ at La MaMa Galleria (all photos by Azmi Mert Erdem, courtesy Emily Colucci) An oversize facsimile of Rush poppers, tipped ...

From jewelry to tote bags and buttons, @hoyartists is empowering students to use art as activism. In December 2021, justice and peace studies professor Kim Lubreski asked her students to each design a ...

Nava Barenji ’23 MFA (fine arts studio) uses her canvas as a form of activism. Each painting is imbued with meaning, aiming to raise awareness about women’s rights and social issues in her native Iran ...

NAIROBI — The faces of slain protesters are painted on an alley wall in the Kenyan capital. Nearby, a community theater troupe acts out a random roadside arrest. Over the past year, thousands of young ...

Art and Camille Taylor married in 1994 and have worked to advocate for each other's passions ever since. However, they did ...

Art as Activism on Broadway is a recurring series exploring how theater can move beyond entertainment to serve as a catalyst for social change, advocacy, and cultural dialogue. At a time when stories ...

Aaron Maybin, a former National Football League star, retired from professional football in 2014 to pursue a notable track in art and philanthropy full time, with the mission of encouraging ...

We often think of art as a luxury; something to admire on a museum wall or enjoy at a concert after work. Beautiful and even moving, but optional. However, psychologists today are making the case that ...