Artsy and Gucci Launch Video Series on Gender Equality in Art
Artsy, in collaboration with Gucci, has launched a three-part video series examining gender parity in the art world. The series addresses historical male dominance from the Old Masters to Abstract Expressionism and ongoing disparities in representation and treatment. Episodes focus on the past, present, and future, featuring established artists Faith Ringgold, Marilyn Minter, and Lynn Hershman Leeson, alongside younger voices Miranda July, Petra Collins, and Genevieve Gaignard. The initiative follows recent scandals in film and art in America.
Key facts
- Artsy and Gucci collaborated on a video series about gender equality in art.
- The series has three episodes: past, present, and future.
- Featured artists include Faith Ringgold, Marilyn Minter, Lynn Hershman Leeson, Miranda July, Petra Collins, and Genevieve Gaignard.
- The series was launched in the wake of scandals in film and art in America.
- The art world has historically been male-dominated.
- Women still face numerical and treatment disparities.
- The series is hosted on Artsy's website.
- The article was published on Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Faith Ringgold
- Marilyn Minter
- Lynn Hershman Leeson
- Miranda July
- Petra Collins
- Genevieve Gaignard
Institutions
- Artsy
- Gucci
- Artribune
Locations
- America