There has been a great deal of controversy regarding women's roles in the
art world. A commonly raised question is whether or not there have
been any great women artists throughout history. In a male dominated
society, it has been very difficult for feminist interpretation to be acceptable.
Women artists have struggled through their careers, while similar male
artists enjoy the world of fame and fortune. This site depicts the
obstacles and history of women in the art field along with a close look
at local southwestern artists and the triumphs and conflicts they perceive
about the role of women in art today, and how they feel about the
changes that have been made.
The following is a collection of essays discussing Southwestern Women Artists
and the issues affecting
them. Please visit these links to learn more about Southwestern Women
Artists! |
