This text explores the concept of motherhood and art, focusing on how these two aspects are intertwined. It highlights the ways in which female artists balance their artistic pursuits, how they ensure both needs are met, and provides first-person insights into the challenges faced by artists. The book “How We Do Both: Art and Motherhood” is a collection of twelve responses from contemporary artists who have navigated the tightrope between motherhood and making art.
The authors ask questions about how to logistically balance art making and motherhood, whether art requires a separate space, and whether having children enhances creativity. Some artists directly answer these questions, while others use a combination of both.
The author aims to inspire other artist moms to continue making art after motherhood, as motherhood and art-making can feel impossible. The film provides a fresh perspective on maternity as an art-historical subject, emphasizing the importance of an artist’s mindset and the role of a good mom in shaping their work.
Art critic Hettie Judah’s book “Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood” also highlights the significant role that motherhood has played in the history of art. The book offers a diverse range of responses from artists who have experienced and continue to navigate the challenges of motherhood and art-making.
📹 Motherhood & Art | Tate
This film delves into the subject of motherhood as seen through the eyes of artists, providing a fresh insight into maternity as an …
📹 Mothers in Art History | Mother’s Day | LittleArtTalks
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I can’t tell the story of being a mother, but I CAN tell the experience of being a daughter. My mother is strong, stonger than any human being I know, and people will say my mother is strong.. But you have no idea how strong my mother is. It’s not a competition, but a story. My mother will do anything to stay with us, to keep us safe.