Nancy Buchanan's Feminist Performance Art Explored in Interview and Photo Essay

In an interview with Audrey Chan, Nancy Buchanan, an influential artist from the 1970s feminist movement in Southern California, reflects on her artistic journey. Buchanan attended UC-Irvine from 1965 to 1971, where she studied under notable figures like David Hockney. Among her early creations are 'At Home' (1971) with Bob Walker, 'Hair Piece' (1970), 'Hair Transplant' (1972), 'Please Sing Along' (1974), 'Rock 'n' Roll Piece' (1974), 'Tar Baby' (1976), and 'Fallout from the Nuclear Family' (1978-1980). In 1982, she produced a poster titled 'National Mortality Consciousness Day' for the Women's Graphics Center. Her artwork features in 'Pacific Standard Time' exhibitions, and she co-curates 'Exchange and Evolution' at the Long Beach Museum of Art. The discussion occurred at her residence in Mount Washington, Los Angeles.