I have me brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and with a courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.
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The state of female artists is very good. But the very definition of art has been biased in that 'art' was what men did in a European tradition and 'crafts' were what women and natives did. But it's actually all the same.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the bias in the definition of art, suggesting that both 'art' and 'craft' should be seen as equally valuable, regardless of who creates them.
Gloria Steinem addresses the historical bias that has categorized creative work based on gender and cultural background. She emphasizes that the contributions of female artists and indigenous peoples have often been dismissed as mere 'crafts' while traditional European male works have been elevated as 'art.' By asserting that both are equal, she calls for a broader and more inclusive understanding of artistic expression.
Themes
ArtCraftFeminismGenderCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
During an art exhibition, one might reference this quote to discuss the importance of recognizing diverse artistic contributions.
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