1st Edition

World-Forming and Contemporary Art

By Jessica Holtaway Copyright 2021
128 Pages 5 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

128 Pages 5 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

128 Pages 5 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book explores how contemporary art can alter the ways in which we visualise and conceptualise the world and the social relations that shape it. Drawing from the writings of philosopher Jean-Luc Nancy, it spotlights the concept of ‘world-forming’ and the political significance of art-making and viewing. The central theme of ‘world-forming’ focuses attention on the processes of... Read more
Introduction 1. Art, Politics and Globalisation 2. Jean-Luc Nancy and Contemporary Art 3. Participatory Art and ‘Spacing’ 4. Contemporary Art and ‘Exscribing’ 5. Cultural Institutions and ‘Co-Appearing’ Conclusion: Recomposing the Image of the World

Biography

Jessica Holtaway is Lecturer at Solent University. Her research centres on politically-engaged artworks and performances.